So here is the deal....
I have been slowly aquireing more and more hand tools. I've been looking for a while for a good deal on a router plane and especially a shoulder plane. I've decided I will make my own router plane using the witches tooth method ''allen wrench for blade.'' I've been contiplating on making my own shoulder plane. Every time I try and win one on my favorite auction site they allways skirocket in price.
So.... I started a job in a cabinet shop about three months ago, but thats a different thread to come. My primary job is running a massive 5 cutterhead moulding machine. I also custome grind all the knives for different profiles. We use M3 steel for these knives.
Could I ue this steel for a plane? It is about 1/4-3/8 thick. 2'' long, I can cut it to any width and grind any angle on it. I'm really looking for some feedback on this steel along with any plans or advice.
thanks ahead of time, brett g.