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7th July 2017, 10:58 AM #1Deceased
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Moving Fillister Plane build.
In the early stages of building a traditional Moving Fillister Plane. The depth stop assembly, single iron, and ancillaries were purchased from the U.K close to 5yrs ago, so its been a project that's been well overdue in getting started. Some existing slop within the mechanical movement of the depth stop had to be addressed before it was later installed. The build itself will take some time to complete as this is my 1st time attempt at this type of wooden plane design. Each stage needs to be followed up by a detailed account of the measurements taken for future reference.
A rebate needed to be formed to allow the later gluing in of a partial sole of higher janka timber. The main stock species is Tasmanian Tiger Myrtle.
Depth stop adjuster after being installed. A dovetailed key-way was formed to house the adjuster side wall plate.
The thread plates to secure the moving fence were keyed in before being epoxied into position.
The partial sole of higher janka Aust. Jarrah was glued in before being dressed back to final dimension.
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7th July 2017, 11:19 AM #2
Stewie
This looks awesome and it is good timing! I was just thinking about these yesterday and was looking on Derek's website seeing how he made a bridle plough plane to get ideas.
Is the hardware you bought from the uk new or recycled? Which supplier did you get it from? Would you use tallowwood for a partial sole? Or is jarrah your preferred ? Or do use species with similar colours to the main stock and have no preference?
I must say I enjoy watching the progress of your projects! Keep up the good work and please keep posting!
Cheers
StewartLast edited by Big Shed; 7th July 2017 at 11:22 AM. Reason: Unnecessary quote removed
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7th July 2017, 11:27 AM #3
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Appreciate the post Fred.
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Stewart; the parts received from the uk were 2nd hand. The area of partial sole that was reinforced by the higher janka will be in ongoing contact with the timber being worked. Jarrah was chosen based on a similar color match and greater wear resistance to that being supplied by Tasmanian myrtle. What species of timber you end up using within your own build is a decision you need to make on your own.
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11th July 2017, 09:23 PM #9
For me one of the most enjoyable parts of this thread is working out the next step by the clues you are leaving; usually on top of the plane body!
Although I've seen pictures of wooden bodied moving fillisters I've never handled one or really ever looked at them that closely. This thread is now introducing me to them in a way that really appeals; by showing how a typical plane is manufactured it gives me a greater understanding of how it can work and defines the limitations that it must work within. Now when I see them I will be inclined to look much closer in order to build a more informed opinion of them, beyond merely knowing they exist.Nothing succeeds like a budgie without a beak.
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Appreciate the feedback Chief Tiff.
Stewie;
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13th July 2017, 05:52 PM #12
very interesting build - thanks for sharing
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Nick
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13th July 2017, 08:18 PM #13
Thanks for sharing this. Whilst I can never see myself making a plane of any description, I do find your builds very interesting.
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14th July 2017, 12:34 PM #14
Stewie
Watching with interest as always.
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This morning I recessed the slitting iron into the inboard side of the fillister plane. You only get the 1 chance to get it right so its essential the correct strategy is chosen before you make a start.
Testing the slitting iron out on a short length of Aussie Hardwood. 1/2" set on the moving fence.
Excellent result. The next step is to make the wooden wedge with its 20 degree longitudinal bevels. Its likely this remaining build is going to be delayed for a week or so. The daughter wants some renovation work done on her house.
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