Brad L
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I can' tell if it was ground/milled off. All i can say for sure is I'm not the first guy to hammer on it. It's had a hard life There it is. You can see the piece mesing on th edge there are another couple cracks. One at the hardy hole.
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The top is wore off and the wrought iron body is showing through in plaes I might try that thanks
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Hi guys I got a question for you. My old mouse hole anvil (best guess) is wore out. The hardened top is almost totally gone. I'm looking for suggestions on a fix. I can't fix it by forge welding a new top on. I don't have a big enough forge. Any suggestions?
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That looks great
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I should add I was never a big fan of them either until I held one. For a working knife I really like them, better than wood. I should add be careful using chemicals like bleach. I washed the blade with water then wiped it down with alcohol when I was switching chemicals. I don't know enough to advise people on chemicals use so better safe than sorry. Thanks for the comments guys
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I tried so much stuff I'm not 100% sure but bleach seamed to work the best. The key was to soak in bleach then rub with steel wool. I did 20 cycles of bleach then scrub trying to keep the finish even
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Here is my latest take on the kukri. I was trying for a Rick Marchand look (without trying to build a copy) rugged and coarse sort of like it was just dug out of the ground. The blade is 5160 with a heavy etch, wrought iron fittings and cord handle. The cord is soaked in epoxy, I peened the pommel on so its good and solid. Here is a close up of the etch Random handle pics
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My Tire Hammer Project
Brad L replied to PHILIH01's topic in Power Hammers, Treadle Hammers, Olivers
I'm no expert but it looks great to me. I like the tire and motor low like that good job -
Amazing Time Capsule - Iowa Blacksmith Shop
Brad L replied to SilverDeck's topic in Blacksmithing, General Discussion
Thanks for posting, what a cool shop -
Thanks guys for the comments guys.
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Here is the latest 1095 with a dirty hamon (for lack of a better term) and a cord wrapped handle. The blade is 5 3/4" long, the guard is mild steel, hammer finish and antiqued.
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Wow I just saw this thread, I would love to try this. Thanks for posting
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I here you about the coatings, I'm a little paranoid about my lungs. I like the twisted square stock like a spiral nail. I want to make some gate hardware and don't want to ruin the look with galvanized hardware. I guess I will buy and modify.
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Anybody ever try to make lag bolts? I have tried to figure out a way to make screw threads but I'm drawing a blank.
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The knife is roughly square 4 1/2" blade and 4 1/2" handle, 9" over all Thanks guys for the comments Hey Darren that would be pretty cool, if your over this side of the bay stop by
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I finally got a knife done. A little drop point hunter. 1095 blade steel, 416 guard, and stabilized walnut handle. Been rough getting anything built in 2014 (Small kids seam to take up a lot of time) Comments good bad or otherwise are always welcome.
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I really like that nice work
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Yes I try to sell a few here and there. Thanks for the comments guys
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The tang that extends beyond the handle that is the way to open it. I made a short video that shows it working. Thanks for the comments guys https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67bPFWwNiD4&feature=youtu.be
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It has been a long time in the making but here is my first liner lock. The specs are D2 blade, Titanium liners, Micarta or G10 scales (I forgot what I bought). Comments good bad or otherwise are welcome
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I thought I would post up my latest. The handle is stabilized spalted maple, 1084 blade 8" long, brass guard. Comments good or bad are always welcome
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I use oil to quench, water is rough on 1084. Thanks guys
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Another one like the last one. 1084 edge quenched, stabilized maple burl. 416 stainless guard. Now I have some sheathes to make
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Here is one I have just finished. 1084 edge quenched, stabilized maple burl handle, brass guard. 4 1/2" blade, 9" overall. Opinions are always welcome.
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Thanks guys Good to see your over hear Rob. Lots of cool stuff to try in your new forge