I was told this odd plane is a box scraper, apparently used to remove the consignment details from wooden crates that were to be reused. Hardly used since found in a junk shop years ago, it is proving very handy for planing the planks and glue inside the hull. The swivelling head has a slightly convex sole and blade, the latter being very fiddly to adjust. Once sharp and set properly, it's a dream to use. The long handle, self aligning head and pulling motion all seem to come together. A very useful thing.
Enough room for Capt. Lily and Papa
Those lines! Wow, that boat is such a beauty to look at.
ReplyDeleteNeat plane- thanks for sharing!
Thank you Julie, Like you you I have a long way to go.
ReplyDeleteBe sure that she will be the Captain!
ReplyDeleteSomehow I missed this post, Denis. Looking great. Smart to put the deck crown in the molds. So glad I did. She's already a beauty.
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