How many is too many?


jmoorecraftworks

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If you collect, the sky is the limit. If you use, redundancy can allow for multiple setup options. Trust your conscience to tell you when to sell and don't worry about somebody else's workflow. That should not dictate your experience.

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There's no such thing as too many as long as they all have a purpose and you use them.  As soon as they start sitting idle, it's time to rethink why you own them.  Example: if I owned a Stanley 45, I'd have too many planes. :)

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  • 2 weeks later...

Okay guys how many planes do you own?

What number is hoarding?

Is it okay to have duplicates of the same type of plane?

Does every shop need that plane or two that sit in the window sill or shelf just for show?

 

 

I'm curious to hear what all of you have to say!  :D

I don't believe there's much doubt that tool redundancy is a recent phenomenon.  Your woodworking will get better when you unload some of the overhead.  Learn all the nuances you can learn about each tool in a sane, manageable kit of tools.

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  • 6 months later...

I went from 1 to 4 in 6 weeks, the last one my wife brought home from a flea market. I know nothing about it except it is very similar to my #5, says "made in USA" and "bluegrass" I had decided I had enough planes for the time being but whats a guy to do when his wife starts bring them home.

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I went from 1 to 4 in 6 weeks, the last one my wife brought home from a flea market. I know nothing about it except it is very similar to my #5, says "made in USA" and "bluegrass" I had decided I had enough planes for the time being but whats a guy to do when his wife starts bring them home.

Give her some more money and the keys to the car, and tell her you need a plane........

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