Jack wrote:

Yes, that's what I do. I'm gunna try the dial calipers next time
though. *Been watching a lot of machinist videos on YouTube:-).

Try Hobby-Machinist.com
I've been thinking about whether I might be able to make some
plane parts. I don't own a lathe or a mill though, so far. But I
am keeping my eyes open for a "deal" while I learn.