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A hammer or an axe can be a lifetime investment as well, no matter how many times you replace the head or the handle : )
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Plane was where my head went last night too. I think the idea behind the saws originally was that the set is not something I was likely going to buy for myself. But the consumable point makes total sense.
I have a few cheap planes that I have managed to sharpen well (somehow) and are a joy to use. I can only imagine a better put together one would be a nice thing to have.
withered_preacher
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@Airhead
They are definitely consumable. Something like a plane is a lovely thing to treasure though. At least you can sharpen the blade. Veritas do an apron plane that is perfect or Clifton/Veritas for the big ones.
A good set square is another nice lifetime tool. You need to know which type you prefer though.
Sharpening kit is another thing that works for all your tools and makes every job better.