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Violin-Maker’s Planes
Oct 24, 2012
Woodworker: Christopher Martyn
Martyn constructs these miniature planes for use in making violins. Most of the soles are slightly curved in both directions. The planes vary slightly in size, but are about 7/8 in. wide by 1-1/2 in. long by 5/8 in. tall. The woods also vary and include cherry, elder, and boxwood. The two planes on the far right have an applied lignum vitae sole. Martyn acquires most of the blades from secondhand-tool shops but sometimes uses old chisel blades.
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