I would file thecap flat so it fits flush. Another suggestion is to round over the front edge of the body. Some times the front has a tendancy to catch as you use the tool. A couple strokes of a file to easy the sharp angle at the front will eliminate this problem.

: I've noticed that the cap (or frog, or whatever it's called on a spokeshave)
: does not fit tightly against the iron at the front edge (like the cap on a
: jack plane blade). This allows shavings to get caught underneath it and
: build up in a wad. The need for frequent clearing of this buildup is
: aggravating, to say the least, and often causes the spokeshave to slip.
: Should I reshape it to fit flush and tight to the blade?

: Also, how close to the edge of the iron should the front edge of the cap be?

: Finally, does anyone know if Record has a web site?

: Thanks

: Brian