Originally Posted by
charles mathieu
that's very interesting guys ! And Chris, I already have a low angle jack and if I end up getting a jointer plane, why would I need a fore plane ? Wouldn't the low angle jack with it's 15" sole be enough for rough flattening ?
When working on a cupped piece it is helpful to have a long sole on the plane to hold it up over the low spots.
A 15" sole is a bit short for this. This is where a plane like a #6, #7 or #8 will come in handy.
jtk
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