Plane, Plow
Object number95.136.28
Made by
William Scott
(1802 - 1843)
Date1802
MediumWood; Iron
Credit LineGift of Charles W. Prine
DescriptionUnhandled wedge-arm plow plane with wood depth stop and iron rivets to hold arms to fence and skate to body.Dimensions6 x 9.5 x 9 in. (15.2 x 24.1 x 22.9 cm)MarksW.SCOTT/PITTSB.
Historical NotesThis type of plane was used by cabinet makers and other woodworkers to cut a groove to receive the end of a board such as a groove in the side of a drawer which holds the bottom of the drawer.
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On view1775-1800