In part 1 we’ll discuss the style of plane we’re building and then build the jig that let’s us cut it safely.  For a PDF with a picture of the original jig, which you can use to quickly outline the correct angle to make the bed of the chisel plane Chisel Plane Jig.

Many of you sent me the plans to the FWW article featuring the chisel plane construction in issue #148.  Here’s a link to it Wooden Chisel Plane.

Related posts:

1. 310 We’re Finally Building a Chisel Plane – What is it?
2. The Chisel Plane
3. Honing and Sharpening Chisel and Hand Plane Blades

Thanks Wayne for the great detail and making it look so easy!!

Related posts:

1. Feature Friday – Table Saw Taper Jig

This month’s jig of the month is another version of a taper jig. Don’s taper sled is an improvement over the other style of taper jig – the hinge style taper jig. Because of it’s size and it’s adjustable fence and clamping system, there’s quite a bit more flexibility and accuracy when making tapered cuts. You’ll find this especially true when it comes to making tapered cuts in what might be odd sized and odd shaped components.

The components to make this jig are also simple, (2) pieces of 3/4″ plywood – (1) 7″ wide base & (1) 4″ wide adjustable fence. The length should be, at minimum, equal to the depth of your table saw top or preferably longer. I’d suggest up to 1-1/2 times the depth of the top. Next you’ll need (3) carriage bolts to secure the fence tightly to the base and (2) toggle clamps to secure the component being tapered to the sled itself.

Once you have the taper sled built the cuts are a matter of making simple rip cuts on the table saw. Just lay the component so that the portion to be removed overlays the edge of the sled that runs along the saw blade, clamp it in place and push the sled through like you would any other ripping cut.

Just to make it easier, a PDF complete with pictures and step by step instructions will be posted in the podcast feed so that you can print it off and make this great jig when ever you get a chance.