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Stanley 12-140 No. 92 Shoulder and Chisel Plane
Stanley
The full-size shoulder plane -- the correct tool for trimming tenon cheeks and shoulders to exact fit
- Converts to chisel plane
- Extra-thick A2 steel iron
- Precision-ground cast-iron base
- Finger grips for control
Pros
- The full-size shoulder plane -- the correct tool for trimming tenon cheeks and shoulders to exact fit
- Removable nose converts the plane to a chisel plane for stopped rabbets and dadoes
- Extra-thick 1/8-inch A2 steel iron holds an edge through hardwood joinery
- A widely available, well-reviewed shoulder plane recommendation from hand tool woodworkers
Cons
- Fit and finish require some initial tuning out of the box
- Shoulder planes are specialized -- primarily for fitting mortise and tenon joints
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