One airplane, three ways to work it,Big airplanes require two hands. But small block airplanes offer more flexibility. With all the grips , skew the airplane slightly as you pull or push it along the workpiece. This effectively reduces the angle of the blade, making for a smoother cut.
For maximum hands: the two-handed push stroke Set the thumb of one hand on the finger rest, catch the sides of the plane body using the thumb and fingers of your other hand, and nestle the cap in your palm. Then push off from your body.
For the longest reach: the one-handed push stroke Place your forefinger on the finger rest, catch the sides of this plane with your thumb on one side and the rest fingers on the flip, and seat the cap on your palm. Then push off from the body.
For the strongest stroke: the one-handed pull stroke With the tool’s nose , grip your own body with your thumb and fingers as you pull the plane toward you. This permits you to brace the job from the body.