98
is
for right hand work, 99 for left hand use. # 99 is less common. Early
models did not have a provision for a depth stop (fence) They are often
missing on later models. Check the back. If you find a long slot
and a hole for the thumb screw the plane should have a depth stop.
one down
one up
is
for right hand work, 99 for left hand use. # 99 is less common. Early
models did not have a provision for a depth stop (fence) They are often
missing on later models. Check the back. If you find a long slot
and a hole for the thumb screw the plane should have a depth stop.