I'm looking to get a jack plane to add to my meager plane collection. I'd be curious to hear from folks whether their preferred size is a #5 or #5-1/2 and why. I find that currently, when I want to use a hand plane, I am looking to:
Eventually, I plan on embarking on a workbench build to make hand tools a bigger part of my woodworking journey. For that build, I would like to be able to use a hand planes for flattening the top. For additional context:
- flattening a panel glue-up
- knock down high-spots on shorter boards in preparation for a surface planer
- jointing the edge of short boards
Eventually, I plan on embarking on a workbench build to make hand tools a bigger part of my woodworking journey. For that build, I would like to be able to use a hand planes for flattening the top. For additional context:
- I've ruled out getting a low angle 62, as I anticipate eventually adding other bench planes to my collection. Looking to upgrade my Groz #4 with a #4 or #4-1/2, and adding a #7 or #8 jointer plane.
- I'm keeping my options open for antique or new. Currently leaning towards new, and I have thus far liked the feel of the Bedrock-based planes (Lie Nielson, WoodRiver V3).