Lesson Objectives
- Methods of cutting the rebate
- How to clamp the long component
- Laying out marking lines
- How to cut the long rebate
As always, there are a few different ways to do this. I will be using the rebate plane in this video, however Rob chose to use the Shoulder Plane in his student series. So please watch both videos if you want a full understanding of either method.
Supporting Material
Click the images below to see supporting material helping you with this part of the project.
This video teaches you how to create a cambered blade for your handplane. An indispensable addition when edge jointing.
Unsure on what to look for when buying a shoulder plane? Stuck between two brands? This video will help you find the tool that works best for you.
A shoulder plane has an unknown weakness in its design, regardless of the manufacturer. This video will help you avoid this common pitfall and get your shoulder plane working as needed.
Have you got the plans yet?
The Student Series
Want to see another beginner make this project before you? It’s a great way to scope out any mistakes before you make one yourself!
Clamping plinth for Shoulder Plane – 2:48
Cutting material to length before rebating – 5:43
Component slipping due to insufficient clamping – 6:34
Getting rebate consistent – 12:15
Rebating bowed components – 13:19
Fixing out of square rebate using a chisel – 14:08
Overview 18:43
What Rob struggled with the most – 19:25