Popular Post Steve B Anderson Posted December 21, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted December 21, 2017 I have been using a chisel on past projects to fit tenons. It got the job done but it is tedious and time consuming. In a way I’m I started out that way because it gave me experience with chisels that I probably wouldn’t have acquired otherwise. I decided to purchase a shoulder plane to speed up the process. Cost was a factor in my pursuit so I ended up with the Stanley #92. It had good reviews everywhere I looked and that helped me pull the trigger. i purchased the plane from Tyler Tool, list price was $77.99. They had the plane at a $10.00 discount and free shipping so the delivered price was $67.99. Package shipped and arrived on time from UPS even though we had a freak snow storm here in South Central Texas so I give Tyler Tool and UPS a +1 on this one. When I opened the box and examined the plane I found no defects or rust (the plane had no painted surfaces). I checked the sole and sides and everything was flat and square which surprised me. The iron was pretty sharp, not to most woodworkers standards but good enough for test cuts. Now I am not an expert in woodworking much less in hand planes so I cannot compare this plane to any other. The blade depth adjustment was smooth but it does have some backlash. Once set it did stay in place and cut a nice fine shaving. After a few test cuts there were a few but minor issues. The area where you hand holds the plane were sharp, not enough to cut your hand but enough to be uncomfortable. The blade was not cutting flat ( heavy on one side). There is no lateral blade adjustment lever but loosening the iron cap and pushing the depth knob left or right I was able to get it right. Used it today to fit some tenons and what a difference it made compared to using a chisel. Saved a lot of time and produced better quality tenons. This plane my not be able to run with the more expensive and better refined brands out there, but if you are in need of a middle of the road shoulder plane I would definitely recommend the Stanley #92. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted December 21, 2017 Report Share Posted December 21, 2017 Thanks for the write-up, Steve. If only it had come a couple of weeks ago, I might have picked the Stanley and saved some money. Not that I regret my choice (Veritas medium shoulder), this plane is doing an awesome job for me. But at about 225% the cost of the Stanley, your review would have given me pause, for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted December 21, 2017 Report Share Posted December 21, 2017 Thanks for the review Steve. Glad you are enjoying your new toy. I believe I'm going the same direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted December 21, 2017 Report Share Posted December 21, 2017 Yes, thank you steve! I was just looking at those the other day and couldn't take the leap of faith but I believe I will now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardA Posted December 22, 2017 Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 I have the older version of the 92, and all the edges of mine were worn smooth before I bought it. You can take some 600 grit and "gently" ease those sharp edges. I mean "gently", you don't want to break the nickle or chrome, you just wan to soften them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve B Anderson Posted December 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 7 minutes ago, RichardA said: I have the older version of the 92, and all the edges of mine were worn smooth before I bought it. You can take some 600 grit and "gently" ease those sharp edges. I mean "gently", you don't want to break the nickle or chrome, you just wan to soften them. Thanks for the tip Richard, I didn’t realize there was a coating on this plane. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve B Anderson Posted December 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 22 hours ago, wtnhighlander said: Thanks for the write-up, Steve. If only it had come a couple of weeks ago, I might have picked the Stanley and saved some money. Not that I regret my choice (Veritas medium shoulder), this plane is doing an awesome job for me. But at about 225% the cost of the Stanley, your review would have given me pause, for sure. Sorry im late with the review but I’m sure you’ll enjoy the Veritas 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve B Anderson Posted December 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 9 hours ago, K Cooper said: Thanks for the review Steve. Glad you are enjoying your new toy. I believe I'm going the same direction. 8 hours ago, Stew said: Yes, thank you steve! I was just looking at those the other day and couldn't take the leap of faith but I believe I will now. Glad I could help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted December 22, 2017 Report Share Posted December 22, 2017 You could also try burnishing those sharp corners. Kinda like you burnish the edge on a card scraper. Hold the burnisher at a 45 degree angle & rub w medium pressure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronn W Posted December 24, 2017 Report Share Posted December 24, 2017 Good review....thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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