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So, I bought this plane from Cliff (Pirate)
Condition was described as "nice" but when it arrived I was pleased to find that it was in VERY nice condition.
I received it promptly.
Thanks again Cliff!
I had some time to putz in the shop today so I started tuning up this plane by lapping the sole on 100 grit.
So far so good. There was only minor pitting (red dot) that will not effect performance.
Then lapped the left side...
I started on the right side and found this mark...
I have no idea what it indicates. Any your thoughts?
Once sole, and sides are lapped to 220 then 400 grits I'll start on the blade.
I borrowed a honing guide from my neighbor but I want to get my own.
Any recommendations?
I compared this plane to my neighbors block plane and it appears that my plane would be considered a low angle block plane.
What degree of bevel and micro bevel should I hone to?
Your input is always appreciated.
Jeff

Condition was described as "nice" but when it arrived I was pleased to find that it was in VERY nice condition.
I received it promptly.
Thanks again Cliff!
I had some time to putz in the shop today so I started tuning up this plane by lapping the sole on 100 grit.
So far so good. There was only minor pitting (red dot) that will not effect performance.

Then lapped the left side...

I started on the right side and found this mark...

I have no idea what it indicates. Any your thoughts?
Once sole, and sides are lapped to 220 then 400 grits I'll start on the blade.
I borrowed a honing guide from my neighbor but I want to get my own.
Any recommendations?
I compared this plane to my neighbors block plane and it appears that my plane would be considered a low angle block plane.
What degree of bevel and micro bevel should I hone to?
Your input is always appreciated.
Jeff