julian

I've never made a hatchet head before, though I would try one today. Made out of some kind of scrap steel i had layin around. I need a drift though, anyone know where i can find one? I havent attached a handle to it yet, gonna go to hardware store and pick one up. Any suggestions/comments appreciated . heres the picture of it-- http://photobucket.com/albums/c256/julian60/?action=view&current=hatchetafter.jpg http://photobucket.com/albums/c256/julian60/?action=view&current=hatchetafter2.jpg one side of the metal had a couple holes in it, , dont think it made performance go down or anything though.

Someone correct me if it is bad to use, but pool acid would work? I tried it, and it does etch some. It's not as powerful as other acids, but it will still badly burn skin; so all acid precautions should be taken. Soda ash will neutralize it (why we put it in pools )

Cool first knife! I cant tell if you've already tried it, but wirebrushing the handle will clean it up, and smooth it out some. Good job :)

Yeah, heres another picture from side. Shows off the bad welding lol. a

Heres the first real knife I've made. a The blade/hilt guard are made of horseshoes, and the handle is maple with brass pins. Comments/tips appreciated, thanks! small image edit