It's one of the reasons I use a side sharpening technique. I don't worry about how flat a stone is. Side sharpening is usually done by hand, but if I...
The flex is usually minimal with thicker blades. So usually on better quality planes this is not an issue. Also consider that with a thinner shaving...
That sounds like a good sized shop. Wish mine were that big. Wait! No I don't. I have too much stuff as it is. My only suggestions are to use lots of...