I have wooden plane with a crack that runs lengthwise, picture attached. I'm considering two options to repair the crack, but I'd like feedback/suggestions/dope slaps . . .
I don't want to remove the handle. Should I bite the bullet and take it out before repairing?
For repair, I'm considering 1) widening the crack slightly and then injecting some epoxy for wood or 2) widening the crack and inserting wood shim with regular wood glue.
Are there better methods? Again all comments welcome. Thanks,
Ericjointer crack1.jpg