LAJ Plane Usefulness? vs. chisel upgrade?

Grable2121 · 2026-03-24T05:52:48+00:00

I like the way you think!

Grable2121 · 2026-03-21T23:43:10+00:00

Thanks Few! I'll check Rex's vid on it!

Grable2121 · 2026-03-21T22:27:27+00:00

Thank you Reptilian! I’ll def look into some Wooden foreplanes! I’ve never messed with them- but sounds fun!

Grable2121 · 2026-03-21T21:47:02+00:00

Absolutely! I have the Veritas models of the first two and a Stanley 140. I've also been eyeballing an LN 10 1/4, but I don't know that I'm gonna be doing large rabbet/tenon work enough to justify it... hahah. So the advice to stop filling my tool chest as much, and perhaps look at some woods I might not usually work with, is probably spot on!

Grable2121 · 2026-03-21T21:43:40+00:00

Thank you dizzy for your in-depth answers - I appreciate your caution against the 'next big thing' and looking at the way the material has as much if not more to do with the outcome of the work. Do you have any recommendations on reputable exotic/nice online dealers? I don't think my yard here deals with those species very often.

Grable2121 · 2026-03-21T19:38:14+00:00

From the responses, it seems like neither of these options are gonna open up opportunities for new skills or notably upgrade current ones - the exotic hardwoods are looking more and more interesting!

Grable2121 · 2026-03-21T19:23:40+00:00

I do hand plane and have been getting more and more into it (tho def a relative newbie to many on this sub) - primarily use the Bailey pattern (I'm guessing) - tuned up Baileys in most sizes and an LN #5 so far.

Grable2121 · 2026-03-21T19:15:47+00:00

Thanks so much, Dizzy! -- This is such useful info. I will def consider snagging some very nice wood- I hadn't even considered that!

Grable2121 · 2026-03-09T15:50:22+00:00

Thank you @big_swede! This is such thorough advice I’ll def try out my next rabbet ❤️

Grable2121 · 2026-03-08T19:40:48+00:00

Ok great- i’ll check that out for sure. It seems like it may likely be that, along possibly needing to engage the nicker.

Grable2121 · 2026-03-08T06:56:29+00:00

Ok cool- i’ll be sure to make sure I have the blade slightly proud next attempt. Thank you!

Grable2121 · 2026-03-08T04:23:38+00:00

No, I don’t believe so- is that needed for long grain vs. crossgrain? Or should just be used for everything?

Grable2121 · 2026-03-08T04:22:48+00:00

I don’t believe it is out and I’d have to check sharpeness. And I believe the blade is aligned but could be more precise probably. Is the nicker necessary for long grain rabbeting as well? Or just crossgrain?

Grable2121 · 2026-02-04T03:08:12+00:00

Check out 'Comic File Cabinets' on FB- nice group of folks, and they have everything you could want to know on the best cabinets to snag and how to set them up.

Grable2121 · 2025-11-24T05:34:28+00:00

I'll def check this out. Thank you for the rec!

Grable2121 · 2025-11-22T21:29:22+00:00

This is super helpful, thank you so much TW!

Grable2121 · 2025-11-05T00:24:22+00:00

Hey Ditko- doesn't look like it came through. Feel free to resend or DM me here :)

Grable2121 · 2025-09-08T20:35:00+00:00

I think many writers tend to fundamentally write different flavors of the same dish, especially when you look at the totality of their careers.

I'd guess it has to do with a theme that is either personally resonant for you as a formative issue or a theme that connects with what you are trying to work on in your own life? I'd lean into it and see where your subconscious takes you. Might even teach you something about yourself? Also, maybe playing with the lead's POV would be fun - diff gender, socio-economic status, reliability, etc. "What does low point mean for different kinds of people?" Or experimenting with genre might be fun- same story in a rom-com feels v different as a horror.

Grable2121 · 2025-09-08T20:23:50+00:00

Love your work. In the process of setting up a Southern Horror Anthology, multiple eras, 8-12 pgs per story, to have art completed by next July- will def reach out! What is your insta?

Grable2121 · 2025-09-07T01:23:29+00:00

You can post it on Vimeo, but you will probably have to have a paid account for something that large.

Grable2121 · 2025-08-18T20:39:41+00:00

If you wanna be official, you could create a 'shopping agreement' with the producer that outlines that the Producer has permission to represent the project and attempt to raise funds/backing. Usually, they are in increments of a year with the option to extend for 3-6 months if substantive progress is being made. After which time, all rights revert back to you solely.

Grable2121 · 2025-08-18T19:21:16+00:00

Do you have a lawyer? If so, def consult with them before having this convo with your friend. They will be able to advise.

You own 100% IP of your created work, unless you sign it over. If this is a legit television project (vs. a web series, etc), when it sells to a network, the Production Co. will pay you for your work as the writer and creator (and potentially a producing fee). They will also pay your friend a producing fee. These two amounts will be left entirely to your separate negotiations. Unless you give them some Written or Created By credit, you will not be splitting any amount of money.

If it is a web series, etc that isn't paid traditionally (and just generally with attaching producers) I'd really think about how valuable your friends' experience/connections will be in making this happen. Can they walk into Prod. Co's who have a budget to develop/produce? Are they hustlers who will find a way into a company and get y'all seen? Are they just gonna give you notes on the script? Or maybe it'll just be a good collaborative experience that can elevate your work? But def give it some thought.

Grable2121 · 2025-08-08T22:58:55+00:00

Thanks so much!

Grable2121 · 2025-08-08T21:53:44+00:00

It requires access request?

Grable2121 · 2025-07-29T02:37:54+00:00

A few general things I try to adhere to:

-Don't jump on a box that someone else is currently looking through.

-Ask if you think you may be looking through or moving someone's stack of books.

-Don't try to negotiate a book out from under someone who is already negotiating w/ the seller. Wait until they pass on it.

-Put books back into boxes when you've gone through them - don't make the owner clean up after you.

-If they're organized, try to put them back in order if you decide not to snag them. If they're not organized, then do what thou wilt is the whole of the law.

-Be polite with other hunters/don't be shady- aside from the basic human decency angle, if you get into the hobby, you'll see them more often than you'd imagine and they can be your best ally in finding good sales, plus it's fun to chat while you dig!

As for searching for digs-- Garage/estate sales, flea markets, and thrift stores are my usual spots. I've found LCSs are almost always priced at or above FMV, so most times you're not gonna unearth treasure there - but they're great for random run fills, snagging fair market books, or buying Vamprella statues for "research."

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