ron, i use a 606 for my shooting board, with about 25 degrees on the
bevel.  works a treat, and i haven't had any problems with using it rather
than a dedicated shoot plane.

that said, john's statement about ergonomics is spot on.  after a while,
the shape gets uncomfortable to use.  i could make a derek cohen-esque "hot
dog" for it, but haven't found it was *necessary*, yet.

of course, if i stumbled upon an actual shoot plane of quality and at a
good price, i wouldn't hesitate to purchase it.  slope grease, don't ya
know.

bill
felton, ca


On Thu, Jan 22, 2015 at 12:06 PM, John Holladay 
wrote:

> Ron,
>
> In my very limited experience,  probably not much improvement other than
> ergonomics of use.
>
> Doc
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