Popular Woodworking 2005-08 № 149, страница 75

Popular Woodworking 2005-08 № 149, страница 75

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Start by ordering the hardware. I suggest buying two sets to make the most of shipping costs. Plus an extra part gives you a backup in case you make a mistake, or it allows you to build a second plane if you don't. Also, order a slim file . for the hexagonal hole.

The wood for the plane body is made from any of a variety of hardwood. You need a piece lVz' x 33/4" x 10". The toolmak-ers at E.C.E. use red beech, hornbeam, pear or lignum vitae. In Japan, toolmak-ers often use a dense oak. My preference for wood that's available locally is white oak or hard maple. You may find something already on hand in your shop.

Making Your Plane

Draw the pattern for the plane on your wood block. Three hole sizes are required: 3/s" diameter, 1" diameter, and 2" diameter. If you don't have a 2" drill bit, this can be cut using a scroll saw or a hand coping saw. The two 1" holes are merely to give a smooth curved hand hold, and can be sawn instead. The 3/s" hole for the thumbscrew is drilled V2" from the top surface, centering on the 2" hole opening.

Now cut the profile of the plane. Once the edges

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