How to maintain Japanese Planes
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How to Tune the Sole of Your Japanese Hand Plane
When the sole of the plane body is not well-tuned, the hand plane will not be able to shave properly. This is why it is important to check the condition of the sole before using a Japanese hand plane, and tune it if necessary. Here we explain in detail everything you need to do to check and maintain the sole of your hand plane. You don't have to be a seasoned craftsman to follow these steps. Nor does tuning and leveling the sole have to be a daunting task.
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