Woden W-78 Plane Review By: I.Ball
Category: Old Fillister Planes
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Manufacturer: Woden
Plane Type: Fillister
Model No: W78
The Woden fillister plane model number W78 is a multi-purpose tool used
primarily for rebate and bullnose work.
The W78 plane has an adjustable fence which is supported on two removable
cylindrical metal poles (arms) and locked in place on each rod with
knurled thumb screws. The metal rods and the fence can be positioned
on either side of the plane.
The Woden W78 cutter can be used in the central cutting slot for normal
work or it can be placed in the front-most cutting slot for bull-nose work.
There is a metal handle at the rear of the plane which is part of the
structure of the body. There is also a hardwood knob handle towards
the front of the plane. The combination of these two handles offer
comfortable efficient handling.
The W78 was also fitted with an adjustable depth gauge and a spur (incising cutter)
on the off-side of the plane between the two cutter spaces.
The plane was finished with a dark blue japanning.
Body:
best quality grey cast iron
Knob :
selected hardwoods
Plane Finish:
blue
Weight:
4 lbs 6 oz
Blade:
best quality steel
Blade Width:
1 17/32 inch
Length:
8 1/2 inch
The Woden W78 Plane Parts List:
1x Body
1x Wooden front knob
2x Arms
1x Depth stop
1x Depth stop thumb screw
1x Dual arm side fence
2x Side fence knurled screws
1x Lever cap
1x Lever cap knurled screw
1x Woden cutter
1(?)x Spur
? - 1962..
This plane wasn't advertised in the 1966 Woden catalogue.
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