Do I need a No03 hand plane ?

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I have a no3, but very rarely use it (but it's a Nooitgedagt, which amuses me, being dutch).
I really like the 60 1/2, and also the 102, indeed as others have said to knock off corners.
But if you do not have a no5 yet, get that first. I think a no6 is too unwieldy for general use (granted, mine is a very heavy one from stanley) but a 5 is great.
 
My No3 has a plastic handle, which causes anxiety and distress amongst the enthusiasts, but is a perfectly good top quality example of the product. So don't be put off by plastic!
 
In the states, the 4 and 5 are most common. some of that probably has to do with them being regular stock even in a small local hardware store.

i've met folks here or there who prefer a three, including someone who works professionally with hand tools exclusively.

The answer in this is a simple one - you might like a 4 or a 3 better, or you might like having both. Just buy a 3 and find out.
 

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