fore plane
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A fore plane is a carpenter's tool used for shaping wood. It typically measures around 18 inches in length and falls between a jack plane and a jointer plane in size.1
Planes, in general, are tools used to smooth rough surfaces on wood and reduce it to the desired size. These tools have a long history, with examples found dating back to Roman times. While historically made of wood, many modern planes are machine-made from wood and steel. Various specialized types of planes exist, such as plow planes for creating grooves, and many other models for making decorative moldings.2
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