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I've saw that video :) it seemed thicker

I have three. 

Yes they could be used for axes if you laid in a higher carbon steel bit.  They do seem a bit thick for a wrap around axe and a bit thin for a slit and drift axe

thats what I was afraid of :(

So yesterday at work I found some pieces of metal in the scrap bin. They are 2" x 4" x 1/2". I was wondering if y'all had any idea what I could use em for? They are a mild steel. Could they be used for axes or hawks as long as I add a bit for the edge? Any other ideas?

Frosty the clamps that were on it were overheating but got a new clamp today gonna try to fix it tomorrow

I only have about a 1/2" hole... Guess i have some work to do this weekend Making a slit punch. I have to find something to make it out of first  :P

Dc how's that drift work for you? I have one coming in today. Any tips?

Nice job! I did a different sheath and found that the applicators streak horribly as well. I'll use this method next time! Thanks those look great!

I have a 110 , 100amp stick welder. It has a bad ground clamp. I've done replaces the electrode holder. Could I use a standard c- clamp? Or do I need to buy a proper clamp?

Awesome! Cant wait to see it finished!

double sheath

FAb doesn't count? HAH! I just finished the new anvil stand for my Soderfors, yesterday I put the hammer and tong racks that wedge it into the stand frame on it. I have a little tweaking on one rack but they're basically done.

 

Hand tool wise the last I remember making is a bolster plate, saw cut 5/16 plate drilled for different punch sizes.

 

I also cut and grind punches, drifts, chasing punches, and such from garage sale Allen wrenches, old punches/chisels and drill bits.

 

Frosty The Lucky.

I would like to see the plans! I need to make an anvil stand.

YUP I have the same problem!

What size round stock did you use?

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First file knife and sheath I made. Can I get some advice on staining the leather?

thanks guys!

Simple wall hook bending jig. A short length of angle iron as a base with a drilled hole for a plug welded pin, acting as a stop. A little distance from the pin is a sawn ring from pipe and arc welded inside the ring. Trap the curlicue hook end between the two and bend the hook around the pipe. The angle iron can be fixed in the vise.

I like this idea!

Bending forks. Aside from tapering the handles to be a bit more user friendly, forging is not needed. Just drill two tight fitting holes (sometimes a press fit can be achieved requiring no welding) in a bar that has sufficient mass and plug weld the backside only. The bosses can be mild steel but the better the steel for the pins, the better the tool. The tool with no handle is for use in the vice....

what type of steel can you use? and would bolts work ? Grade 8 bolts? or what kind?

I've cut up and ground cheap hammers to make a set hammer, a top fuller and a punch.  All got heat treated so there's still fire involved.

Do you have pictures? I'd like to see these.

Thanks I'll have to get one of those

Loved the video

Had my fire brick forge setting up on bricks on a stump. Locked up shop. Stump caught fire and burnt the center out of it luckily the stump was the only victim and the fact that my shop smells like smoke.

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Lesson learned.

Doesn't veggie oil spoil?

What's an "edible" finish?

What finish do you use for utensils.

Please be aware that when you turn off your forge it's still HOT. Nearly burnt down my shop yesterday.

Might give this a try this weekend on a small scale. Thanks for sharing!