Palm planes are ideal for working on small projects and in areas where a larger plane would be cumbersome

MINI SQUIRREL PALM PLANE 

To initially set the blade, place the plane on a flat piece of wood (e.g., a scrap of stock) and slide the blade (bevel down) under the fixed ribs until it just touches the wood. Tighten the cogwheel against the blade until the blade is secured. Sight down the sole of the plane. The blade edge of the flat palm plane should be parallel to the sole, and the blade edge of the curved palm plane should be evenly offset from the sole. Adjust as required. 
To advance the blade, hold the plane firmly in one hand and tap the end of the blade with a light mallet or a plane hammer. To adjust the blade for even shaving thickness, tap either side of the blade with the mallet until the blade edge is parallel to the sole (for the flat plane) or evenly offset from the sole (for the curved plane).

Blade Adjustment

The 0.085" thick by 1" wide tool steel blades have the bevel ground at a 30&deg; angle. The working surface of the blades (and the sole of the flat plane) are lapped . Any subsequent honing can be limited to the bevel, as required. The cutting edge of the curved blade is ground in a curve to match the sole of the plane; this translates into a 1" radius on the face of the blade. The blade may be sharpened by almost any method. Stones (oil or water), abrasive sheets, a belt sander or power sharpening system will all provide satisfactory results.

Blade Sharpening

The body of this plane is cast steel and comes treated with rust preventative. Remove this using a rag dampened with mineral spirits and clean all machined surfaces. We recommend that you initially, then periodically, apply a light coat of silicone-free paste wax to seal out moisture and prevent rusting. Let wax dry, then buff with a clean soft cloth. To guard against dings and scratches, or if storage conditions are damp or humid, keep the plane wrapped in a cloth or stored in a plane sack.

CARE

Caution: Blade is sharp. The sides and top edges of the blade have been lightly deburred after lapping. Depending on how you grip the plane, you may find these edges uncomfortable. If desired, you can round over the square edges with a file.

Safety Precautions

A mini palm plane, being a small and compact woodworking tool, finds its application in various tasks that require precision, control, and the removal of fine amounts of wood. Here are some common applications for a mini palm plane:
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Fine Woodworking:
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<li>Mini palm planes are ideal for delicate woodworking tasks that demand precision, such as shaping edges, chamfering, or creating intricate details on wooden surfaces. </li>
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Model Making:
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<li>In model making and crafting miniature objects, a mini palm plane is invaluable for shaping small wooden components with accuracy and control. </li>
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Cabinetmaking:
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<li>Cabinetmakers often use mini palm planes for refining joints, smoothing surfaces, or adjusting the fit of components within a cabinet or furniture piece. </li>
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Joinery Work:
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<li>When working on small-scale joinery projects or creating precise joints, a mini palm plane is handy for adjusting the fit and ensuring a snug connection between pieces of wood. </li>
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Instrument Making:
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<li>Luthiers and instrument makers use mini palm planes for shaping and refining the components of musical instruments, ensuring a perfect fit and finish. </li>
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Carving and Sculpting:
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<li>Woodcarvers and sculptors often use mini palm planes to shape and refine the contours of their creations, allowing for controlled material removal. </li>
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Trimming and Smoothing:
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<li>Mini palm planes are effective for trimming edges, smoothing surfaces, and removing small imperfections from woodworking projects. </li>
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Dovetailing:
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<li>In dovetail joinery, where precision is crucial, a mini palm plane aids in adjusting the fit of dovetail joints for a seamless connection. </li>
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Educational Settings:
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<li>Mini palm planes are commonly used in woodworking classes and educational settings to teach beginners about hand tools and woodworking techniques on a smaller scale. </li>
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On-site Finishing:
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<li>For on-site work or tasks that require portability, a mini palm plane is a convenient tool for making quick adjustments and fine-tuning wood surfaces. </li>
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Restoration Work:
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<li>In restoration projects where attention to detail is paramount, a mini palm plane is useful for carefully shaping and fitting replacement pieces. </li>
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Hobbyist Woodworking:
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<li>Hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts appreciate mini palm planes for their ease of use and versatility in smaller projects around the home or workshop. </li>
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The mini palm plane's compact size and easy handling make it a versatile tool for various woodworking applications, especially those that involve intricate details and precise shaping.

APPLICATIONS

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<li>Palm planes are ideal for working on small projects and in areas where a larger plane would be cumbersome.</li>
<li>These compact planes have an enlarged squirrel-tail handle for better in-hand registration and comfort, and the elegant blade-fixing mechanism.</li>
<li>The flat palm plane is perfect for chamfering and trimming, while the curved palm plane has the sole rounded side-to-side (1 1/2" radius) and front-to-back (12" radius), making it ideal for working hollows such as on chair seats.</li>
<li>The investment-cast steel bodies are accurately machined and have a 45&deg; bed angle and a fixed mouth.</li>
<li>The flat plane has a lapped sole the curved plane has a finely milled sole.</li>
<li>The blades are 30&deg; bevel lapped tool steel (0.085" thick by 1" wide), and are secured with a cogwheel screw.</li>
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Cat No.	OAL (Inlduding Tail)	Sole Length	Blade Width
GSP-0193	4.5" (115MM)	3.1/8" (80MM)	1" (25MM)

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