A variable cutting angle hand plane is provided. The variable cutting hand plan has a base unit configured for holding an iron, wherein the base unit has a sole and a throat extending through the base unit to the sole. The base unit has an adjustable frog for supporting the iron at multiple angles with respect to the sole. A means for engaging the iron is used for holding the iron against the adjustable frog. The hand plane may have an adjustable throat. There may be a means for indicating the approximate angle of the adjustable frog.