Originally Posted by
Derek Cohen
Interesting how a thread about high cutting angles morphs into a defence of the double iron!
High cutting angles and the double iron can be complimentary - there are areas where a high cutting angle is very relevant. Where a double iron cannot go. As I pointed out earlier, ploughing and beading are two examples. Another is making mouldings in less-than-ideal timber.
Perhaps the original topic has value?
Regards from Perth
Derek
Most of my molding planes have their irons bedded at high angles. Among the hollows & rounds, some are at a higher angles than others. Occasionally some have been found with what looks to be an intentional back bevel. Some others look like the back bevel was from someone being a bit sloppy at the sharpening stones.
jtk
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