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1968.20.8

ID Number: 1968.20.8
Category: T&E For Materials
Sub-category: woodworking T&E
Item Type: plow
Item Name: plane
Maker: Union Factory
Materials: wood, unknown
Measurements: overall: 10 5/16 in x 11 1/2 in
Description: adjustable fence and depth stop
History: Belonged to A. Phillips. The smoothing plane was used whenever an especially smooth finish for wood was desired. Because of its shorter length it would tend to follow the contour of the surface; generally used to even out a surface where two boards were butted.
Collection Name: Museum Windsor
Subject (Fre): Y

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