With smooth, precise adjustments and wonderful balance, this compact block plane is a joy to use. It doesn’t have any bells and whistles, but there’s not a better block plane available for the money.
Spacing: Fixed Stock width (max.): 11 in. Stock thickness: 1/2 in. to 3/4 in. for through-dovetails (pins board can be up to 1-1/8 in. thick); 1/2 in. to 3/4 in. for half-blinds Half-blind depth: 5/16 in.
The Crown Tools cutting gauge tightens securely and cuts well, but fit and finish issues make fence adjustments fussy. The thumbscrew can’t apply moderate tension, which would make adjustment easier.
With its graceful curves, cabriole legs, and ornamental back splat, a Queen Anne side chair is a bucket list build for many woodworkers. Dan Faia had a very specific Queen…
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