While fine tuning the workbench frame components with my LN No. 5 1/2 jack plane I wondered if the process would be easier or quicker with a jointer plane; that would be the correct tool for the job after all.
I bought the 5 1/2 with the idea of adding a No. 7 when I started working on larger projects... like a workbench. I chose the 2 3/8" wide 5 1/2 over the 2" wide No. 5 because the parts can be used on a No. 7 so if I add a high angle frog or buy an extra blade or two I can use them in both planes.
I borrowed a No. 7 1/2 low angle jointer which has made the decision more difficult! The finish the low angle jointer gave was very good with no tear out, using the 5 1/2 on the same surface earlier had left some tear out but I did miss being able to adjust the depth of cut on the fly.
I'm used to setting-up and adjusting the 5 1/2 but doing this on the low angle plane didn't seem as intuitive which might just be what I'm used to. I don't have enough experience with the No. 7 1/2 to make a decision so I'll sharpen and set-up the plane in the morning and use it for another day.
I'd appreciate comments from anyone who had the same decision to make and how you decided to spend your money.
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