Forming a perfectly flat bevel can be a challenge.
You've removed most of the waste with you bench plane but are now left with a slightly convex profile. What to do next. You may want to adopt the following chalking technique, as it provides an excellent visual indicator to gauge your progress.
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As an addition to your straight edge and carpenters square, the chalking technique can also be used when jointing a perfect 90 degree profile.
Something to consider.
Stewie;