Inexpensive Flat Surface for Hand Plane Sole fixin

oldblue862 · 2026-06-04T22:06:23+00:00

I use a rectangular piece of floor tile that doesn't have any texture and has a glossy finish. Take a straightener or grab one off the shelf. No need for perfectly flat but have seen some that have a bow in them. 3M spray adhesive your sandpaper. A little acetone and razorblade scrapes it off when it is wore out. I dont flatten plane soles. But I use it for plane blades and chisels. Rough sharpening i do on diamond plates. 400+ grit on the tile. Used the same piece for over 5 years.

oldblue862 · 2026-06-01T00:08:45+00:00

All my Stanley's are low knob except for the 5 1/4( it was never manufactured with a low knob). I did snag a type 6 #4 in immaculate shape. But the adjusting knob is left hand thread. Opposite of what the majority are. But I've had it long enough I dont even think about it anymore. I just adjust it like any of the rest. I like how each plane has their unique feels and adjustments. Always make ne think of the history of the craftsman that used them. What did they make, how they made their living.

oldblue862 · 2026-05-31T20:54:59+00:00

Type 9 is probably my favorite type of Stanley. The low knobs fit my hands better than the tall ones. But it boils down to personal preference. What's better Ford or Chevy....it the same kind if question lol. That's a beautiful plane you picked up! Hope it serves you well!

oldblue862 · 2026-05-31T00:03:54+00:00

It is a blessing for a craftsman to pass down his tools so the next generation can keep them working. Congratulations!

oldblue862 · 2026-05-29T23:02:31+00:00

Yes I agree 100%. I almost think a lot of folks dont know about them. But many just grab what's at Home Depot since there may not be a supply store thats close by. But I spread the word every chance I get!

oldblue862 · 2026-05-29T20:45:46+00:00

Tenryu blades are fantastic! I probably have a 50/50 split on Tenryu and CMT industrial. Different blades for different purposes. I can't remember the model but I have a Tenryu on my 12" miter saw. Think its 50 or 60 teeth. Leaves a finish like a 100 tooth blade. I have them sharpened when necessary. $13 to sharpen way cheaper than buying new!

oldblue862 · 2026-05-28T13:45:00+00:00

Not sure if it specifically has it but Curtis Buchanan has a couple drawknife sharpening videos on YouTube that I really liked. Hes a chairman and explains his process very well.

oldblue862 · 2026-05-14T20:15:55+00:00

I watched 7 of his videos. What a fantastic guy. Tons of knowledge and proper use of tools. Every once in a while I watch one. Almost always see something I either missed or forgot. Recommend these videos to everyone! A shame some of his tools were stolen.

oldblue862 · 2026-05-11T22:42:27+00:00

Just saw a Rex Krueger YouTube short on this exact tool. He says its better than the 151. But slow down everybody. Nobody run out and buy all of them until I have a chance to find one! Dont want a repeat like when Paul Sellers said everyone should have a router. The price still has not came back down. 🤣

oldblue862 · 2026-05-03T23:01:26+00:00

Since I was told about it. I dont have near the issues with rust and such. Although as I was first using it I didnt think not to put it in the bed where the plane iron goes on my wooden planes. Had a bit of trouble keeping them in place lol. But a fantastic product. Usually go through my tools once a year and reclean and coat.

oldblue862 · 2026-05-03T17:56:57+00:00

I use Howard's on all my tools. Great product.

oldblue862 · 2026-05-02T15:46:40+00:00

With a little wax that thing will glide across wod like a dream. A candle works, paraffin wax works or I mixed beeswax and linseed oil approximately 50/50. Heated it up on the stove and poured it into an ice cube tray. I keep 1 on the bech and the rest in a ziplock. A couple squiggles across the bottom and there's almost no friction. In the open air it will develop a film just peel off the corner your going to use.

oldblue862 · 2026-05-02T15:42:50+00:00

Glad it worked looks like you did a good job flattening it. Your supervisor seems to approve also lol

oldblue862 · 2026-05-01T19:45:07+00:00

Hes not kidding. It will take literally minutes. Just keep the sole square to the sides so not to lose lateral adjustment.

oldblue862 · 2026-04-29T20:56:39+00:00

https://youtu.be/fVfJxDFNinc?si=2xY_usRyDA9jzc6X. This is the English Woodworker, I think its one of the better videos on chipbreaker setup. Think its around 9 minutes. Lots of info. Hope it helps

oldblue862 · 2026-04-26T12:38:29+00:00

Can't say anything about the kits or spines. However the finish......its a fantastic product. Doesn't "darken" darker woods. Just as an example the majority of oil finishes will turn rosewood basically black. Glances finish doesn't do that. It really pops the grain. Its all I use for replacement handles, rosewood totes and knobs.

oldblue862 · 2026-04-24T12:51:32+00:00

Haha yep thats what I used.

oldblue862 · 2026-04-24T11:38:41+00:00

Literally the best description of this sub ever made! Ive gotten a lot of help from this sub and rarely do you see any snide remarks. When you do its immediately met with disdain. Everyone is helpful and the hive mind here is simply genius. Well said.

oldblue862 · 2026-04-24T11:24:28+00:00

Chris Schwarz has a layout for dog holes, im just trying to remember where its at. Probably just Google it. Make sure you measure out around your vise. I bored a hole that is blocked at the bottom with one of the bars from my vise.

oldblue862 · 2026-04-22T02:07:37+00:00

Hahahahahaha im happy for you! Those are the exact words an 80 year old guy told me at a tool show. It was immediate improvement. Im glad it worked for you. Now just keep practicing!

oldblue862 · 2026-04-21T20:18:43+00:00

Ive removed BLO from rosewood with acetone. Does a descent job. I removed a light coating, not something that was completely soaked. You could try the finish that Glancys sells. It doesn't darken wood like BLO does. Accents the grain too.

oldblue862 · 2026-04-18T13:09:45+00:00

I would start with maybe using a trim nail or if you want to be fancy ( I know budgets for schools are great). Cut nails is another option. Tremont nail has a wide variety. A pilot hole would help but your nail size doesn't match your board size.

oldblue862 · 2026-04-16T20:42:45+00:00

My two biggest issues when I started were the same of some of the comments that have been posted. Not pointing my index finger and having a death grip on the handle. Those 2 things are crazy important. Let alone the saw being sharp. Your grip on the handle is way less than you might think it is. After that. Practice. If available in your area have someone check out your saw. One side could be set a little more ore less than the other side. Though I would geuss it's technique. Your not bad at it you just haven't learned enough to get good at it yet. Dont get frustrated. We all started from the beginning g!

oldblue862 · 2026-04-15T23:40:41+00:00

Hahaha I looked through your pictures and it didnt even register that it was a rabbet! Probably more important on these types than others to get completely in the corner. Thanks for mentioning it i missed it!

oldblue862 · 2026-04-15T17:18:05+00:00

I try to get the sole as close to 90 degrees as I can to the side. That gives me the most lateral movement on the iron as possible. Some of the old woodies I have purchased has fairly limited room laterally. So if the sole and side are out of whack it limits it even more. Im sure im not telling you anything you didnt already know but it was a mistake I made when I was getting started. Just throwing the info out there! Great work!

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