plane iron
- the blade of a plane.
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Origin of plane iron
First recorded in 1575–85
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Do not drag the plane-iron over the work in returning it for another stroke, as it will dull its edge.
The Boy CraftsmanA. Neely Hall
Loosen the plane-iron cap and screw it down at right angles to the plane iron, also reverse the tool rest as shown in the sketch.
The Boy Mechanic, Book 2Various
This helps to counteract the result of any tendency to tip the plane to one side or any inaccuracy in setting the plane-iron.
Woodworking for BeginnersCharles Gardner Wheeler
The natural tendency of the plane-iron is to split the wood in front of the iron in such cases (Fig. 628).
Woodworking for BeginnersCharles Gardner Wheeler
But look out for your fingers when you do this, for a plane-iron in this position has a great appetite for finger-tips.
Woodworking for BeginnersCharles Gardner Wheeler