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This is a discussion on yet another what's it? within the Problem Solving forums, part of the Blacksmithing category; Any ideas as to what this is and how it is used ?...
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12-09-2006, 03:38 AM
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 yet another what's it?  Any ideas as to what this is and how it is used ?
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12-09-2006, 04:42 AM
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Is it right way up or back to front? Is the angle between both members a right angle? Are the obvious ratios the same? Are the holes part of the item or part of the scrap piece of steel used for the job? How big is it?
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12-09-2006, 05:43 AM
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Orientation is "as needed" for the job. Angles between members is 90 degrees Are the obvious ratios the same? Please explain or ask the question using different words. Holes are intentionally placed at those locations Scrap steel can be used for construction of this item Size is dependent on the job
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12-09-2006, 05:59 AM
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Glenn, Looks like you've made a T-Square for a golden rectangle reference. JWB
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12-09-2006, 06:17 AM
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 I apologize for the quality of the photo. It shows the joint being a forge weld holding the two pieces together.
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12-09-2006, 08:04 AM
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Does the length of the short end divided by the length of the attached leg equal the length of the attached leg divided by the long end? Looks like a square. If it wasn't a square I think I'd still use it as a square  Is it a square with a handle?Forge welded...great stuff BTW, referring to the new photo, who is the lady in the hat on the left of the T and who is the bloke on the right, scratching his chin. Spooky
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12-09-2006, 08:23 AM
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Strine, mate, I see nothing in the new pic but a square. AND I looked close.
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12-09-2006, 09:16 AM
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the right angle piece extending from the body is 12 inches, body is 6 inches on the short end, about 18 on the long end. Holes are for hanging up.
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12-09-2006, 12:27 PM
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definitely a square...yeh...definitely.... I actually remember reading somewhere that old squares were forge welded because it was easier than bending flatstock at a 90 degree angle the "hard way" (which makes PERFECT sense) also the lengths set up for a rise/run of 1/2 and 2/3...hm... -Aaron @ the SCF |
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12-09-2006, 03:23 PM
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Praps your looking too hard Ten Name both of the characters Glenn and stick it on ebay  It' gotta be worth a few gorillas (thousands)
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