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Will #112 Scraper leave tracks? - HomerLee - 12-06-2016
I have a Lie Nielsen 112 scraper plane I have not used. Thinking it would do a good job prepping a white pine breakfast table for refinish. I also have smothing planes where the blades are sharpened with a slight camber to avoid leaving tracks. It seems that would also be beneficial (or necessary) with the 112 scraper. I just watched the two instructional videos on Neilsen's website and cambering was not mentioned. Is it beneficial or no?
Thanks!
RE: Will #112 Scraper leave tracks? - JimReed@Tallahassee - 12-06-2016
Sorry to say that I never watched the new fangled videos but I do have a LN #112 AND a LN #212 scraper. I use them mostly for figured hardwoods like curly cherry and birdseye maple. I don't think I have ever scraped pine. Mine do not leave tracks on the edges. Perhaps that is because I relieved the corners during sharpening.
I used my planes on test pieces and scrap a lot just to get used to them and how they worked. I would suggest the same thing. If you are scraping something, it is bound to be a worthwhile project. Best to have your tools and skills in top notch form before starting the main task. By the way, I love these tools. Good luck with your project.
RE: Will #112 Scraper leave tracks? - Admiral - 12-06-2016
As Jim mentioned, a light corner relief will suffice to produce a satisfactory finish.
RE: Will #112 Scraper leave tracks? - frigator - 12-06-2016
I have the Lee Valley version and dont use it much. In fact haven't used it in probably 10years. I prefer a simple handheld card scraper. Its one of those tools I should probably sell.
RE: Will #112 Scraper leave tracks? - Smoothjazz077 - 12-06-2016
I also have the LV Scraper Plane and never used it. A good sharp smoothing plane works just as good or better. Plan on selling it.
RE: Will #112 Scraper leave tracks? - Rob Young - 12-07-2016
(12-06-2016, 02:11 PM)Admiral Wrote: As Jim mentioned, a light corner relief will suffice to produce a satisfactory finish.
+1
The #112 can leave tracks if the blade isn't squared up to the body properly. I believe the fit of the blade into the LN112 is such that there is very little lateral play but it could still drag a corner.