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Seems like a reasonable list, couple things i would add or change:
Instead of 2 irons, buy a wooden scrub plane or convert one.
That saves you having to constantly swap irons and re-setup the plane all the time and a dedicated scrub works alot better since the mouth is really wide open.
Since you are a complete beginner buy a Dozuki or if it has to be Western a small Tennon/Gents saw not a Dovetailsaw.
The Reasons are 1. quite simply versatility, unlike a dovetailsaw you can use a Dozuki for small Tennons and other work too, the depth of cut and lenght of sawplate is just to limiting on dovetailsaws.
2. Dozukis just work right out of the box and at their pricepoint you cant beat them, allowing you to really focus on your sawing rather then having to fettle with the saw, or trying to figure out if its the saws or your problem when a cut goes off line.
The one you wanna get is a Japanese Razorsaw made by GYOKUCHO, for 30 to 40€ you get a top quality saw in terms of performance and cut quality. Oh and for those saying you cant resharpen it, true, but one blade will last a hobbyist a very long time and if it really does get dull you can cut it up for scrapers or shims.
As for Chisels you really want a smaller one too, something like a 8 or 6 mm (1/4 “). For smaller work or to clean out Corners with. The usual recommendations are the Aldi ones, Narex, old Stanley or Marples if you can get them.
I can add Stubai to that, the ones that say “Spezial” on the Blade! (and usually have a red plastic handle), those are Industry Standard here, the steels good and the handle can really take a beating. I’m not sure if you can find them though and they are a bit more pricey.
Another thing to add is a Hammer with a Plastic and Rubber face, especially handy for assembly or disassembly without damaging your workpiece. A Hardwood mallet isnt the best to use for that purpose not to speak of steel hammers.
Tape Measure and Steel Ruler you want both some of the most used tools for me.
As for Sandpaper be sure to buy quality name brands you wont regret it, and thats about all i can think off atm.