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Fig. 185 shows the method of holding the smoothing plane, the right hand grasping it firmly at the back, whilst the left hand steadies it in front. In starting, the tool is applied to the fore-end of the board, and gradually worked backwards, thus taking out any marks previously used tools may have made. It should be held firmly, and lifted sharply at the end of stroke, or a mark will be left where the plane finished. The work is continued until the board presents a perfectly smooth surface, without marks of any kind. The left hand should frequently be passed across the face of the board, as any marks made by the plane can be readily detected in this manner. It may also with advantage be held so that the light passes across its surface from the side, thus showing up imperfect planing. Should there be too much iron out, a few blows with the hammer at the back of the plane will draw it back. Take care to tighten up the wedge again. A few drops of linseed oil applied to the face of the plane will facilitate the planing.

Fig. 182.—Holding Jack Plane.

Fig. 183.—Planing with the Grain.

Fig. 184.—Planing against the Grain.