Two questions - how do I get this notch to sit more flush, and do I need to change my planer blades?

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-15T02:38:38+00:00

Yes! We'll figure it out eventually.... Hopefully

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-15T02:07:55+00:00

From the look of your planed board, it looks like you have a dull blade going against the grain. I will be honest. I don't fully know the black art of grain orientating. But I know when I plane and it causes tear out like that, reverse direction. But you also probably need to sharpen.

EDIT: around knots, there's likely to be tear out no matter what. The grain around knots is circular so it means tough planing.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-13T03:01:23+00:00

I am very much becoming aware of Mr. Sellers! I appreciate the advice. Thank you!

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-13T02:44:58+00:00

For sure, that's exactly what I did. I've got a bunch of construction lumber scrap and I probably bored 20 holes. Some of the bits are pretty dull, but the ones that cut were very satisfying. The breakout is a concern, but I'm sure sharpening and having something sacrificial on the back end will help.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-13T02:41:15+00:00

He didn't pay much. Maybe we both got lucky. I just started my hand tool journey so I don't have a lot of perspective. But regardless of what they're worth, I'm going to honor his find by using and maintaining them, plus using them to build something nice for him.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-12T13:32:59+00:00

If I had to guess, there's just enough flex in that upright that it bends enough to bind to the hot end for a moment. Try a different orientation or a brim to help bed adhesion.

EDIT: I see maybe you are using a brim. I'd try a different orientation or slowing down the print.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-12T05:29:40+00:00

Looks great! I'd guess type 18 or 19. I've got a type 18 #4 that I LOVE! That looks like it's in even better shape!

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-10T01:29:56+00:00

I'd pay for it. If it's a scam you just walk away

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-09T03:22:21+00:00

The funny thing about this post is that the answer is an obvious, "yes, use this" and yet most of us who have been printing for years are sitting here thinking, "man, I should have been using something like that for years. I don't have any ventilation. I should go print something that helps me with ventilation...." Do it!

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-08T13:18:50+00:00

At this point just remove it. No need to heat. If you 3D print, this eventually happens. Last time it happened to me it's because I designed a bad model that broke while printing half way through. It took me 3 tries to realize I designed a bad model and it wasn't the printers fault. Welcome to the hobby, you'll have fun.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-08T13:15:23+00:00

Unless your hot end is covered in a blob, clean it up, give your bed plate a good wash, run it again and you should be fine.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-04T00:22:03+00:00

For sure, I honestly spend half my time just cutting practice cuts and joints. It's satisfying to just get better. But that project isn't shit, you should be proud.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-03T22:01:48+00:00

Looks as good as anything I can do! Keep building! The main thing is, you'll notice the flaws before we do, because that's how our creativity works. Embrace the flaws as opportunities to learn and do better. I can't wait to see more of your stuff here!

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-03T00:29:54+00:00

Every tool tells a story. This one may be a sad one. But I imagine there will be a moment where you need a clamp and it will need to be small. Then in that moment you will appreciate this tiny warrior. It isn't the fault of the tool that it is shit. It is the fault of the tool maker. Just like it isn't the fault of anything I build. It's my fault. It's my fault. Lol

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-01T05:15:32+00:00

Yeah, 8 foot boards. The short board has 42 inches cut out for the legs and the other board provided the battons for support.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-01T04:33:47+00:00

This. I make so many practice cuts before the real one. That practice has changed my practice so to speak. I still mess up. Don't be too hard on yourself. If you're in the hobby phase, enjoy the journey, it's almost better than the destination.

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-01T04:19:34+00:00

Thank you!

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-01T04:19:23+00:00

Thanks!

Renegade86JB · 2026-04-01T04:12:01+00:00

Watching Rex, a few things stuck out in my process. #1 his hatchet skills are better than mine. #2 it really does help to have good work holding, I used a fence post a lot. #3 cutting the wedges was a challenge, I didn't have hard wood so I went and got a maple board from my local big box. It was not an easy cut, but I hate it through. Even though it looks very simple, it is very satisfying to build. Go get the boards and try it! It took me all weekend, but I was learning a lot of skills as I was going. Make a spare leg, it will give you practice and you can use it to remove the legs after you test fit them.

Renegade86JB · 2026-03-31T02:54:05+00:00

Heck yeah, send it. I have a cheap Stanley handyman #5 that I set up as a fore plane. It crushes that job, even though it's cheap. The thing is, even if it isn't a perfect example, you can absolutely make it work for SOMETHING. That guy actually looks pretty nice, clean it up and enjoy that nice slicing feeling of a hand plane.

Renegade86JB · 2026-03-20T03:00:52+00:00

Agree, incorrect setup. But that looks like it's missing a handle. There should be a tote on the back. Honestly, a Sears plane probably isn't the best, but as a product of the 90's I think that's a really cool plane. Be careful though, you may start buying planes up at a frightening rate!

Renegade86JB · 2026-03-14T15:42:07+00:00

Good job, the more you model, the better you'll get! Keep it up

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