A smoothing plane, or smooth plane, is a type of bench plane used in woodworking. It is typically the last plane used on a wood surface, removing very fine shavings to leave a smooth finish, and when used effectively it quickly produces a finish that equals or surpasses one made by sandpaper.
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Introduced When (Circa)17th century (earliest attested use of the name, in Britain) 1 Earliest attested use of the name per the cited source; the plane form itself may be older than the name. OriginBritain; the name and standardized form are documented there from at least the 17th century 1 Connections
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Smoothing Plane is used in Woodworking.
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In Britain the name smoothing plane dates back to at least the 17th century.
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In Britain the name smoothing plane dates back to at least the 17th century.
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The smoothing plane is typically the last plane used on a wood surface, removing very fine shavings to leave a smooth finish.
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