The wooden side of my Chester tool works plane adjusting hammer popped in half as I was using it a couple of days ago. No complaints as I've had it a while and it has served me well. I would like to repair it however.

here's my thought: I plan on getting a 1" x 1" blank, drilling out the hole (haven't measured the pin it sits on yet), cutting to length, and then shaping it.

sound alright?

my questions: should I drill the hole slightly scant? Suggestions on shape (don't have lathe)? Lignum vitae is the default but other woods I might consider? Am I correct in thinking no adhesive in between hole and pin?