bigfootnampa Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I have long been frustrated by the poor quality of the ice cream scoops I can buy. When I stopped by the World Metals shop a while back they had some 1" diameter rods of solid Monel (exactly which specific Monel alloy I don't know). I bought about a 30" piece to forge around with and had in mind making me an ice cream scoop that would be durable and strong. I think I got it done! This stuff was awesomely tough even making my power hammer groan! After it was finished I thought that I had made the handle too long but with practice I find that it works quite well. I have been amazed at the durability of the finish (partially sanded scale), which has not changed appearance in about a year of frequent use and hundreds of washings. I believe that my son will be able to pass this down to his son's someday. It is man-sized at 13 1/2" long with a 2 5/8" wide scoop and maximum handle diameter of about 3/4". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marksnagel Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Nice scoop. I have a piece of 1" monel and have had no plans for it. I think some melon scoops and ice cream scoops will be in order. Thanks for posting the picture. It is a really nice looking piece and it inspires me to use the piece that I have. Mark <>< Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teenylittlemetalguy Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Nice job on your project. I bet you are glad you had a power hammer, I have tried moving Monel by hand, I get exhausted thinking about it now. I got it white hot and used a 6 lb hammer and all my strength and barely moved it. Maybe I just need a striker... Any tips for someone doing it by hand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigfootnampa Posted July 19, 2011 Author Share Posted July 19, 2011 I had rather not have to forge this stuff by hand! If you do it though... 4 pound hammer would be my choice. Take small bites with your hammer. Reheat often. Work with a good and heavy anvil. Quit when you tire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teenylittlemetalguy Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Thanks, I will give that a try. It's a shame there isn't some sneaky trick to working it. I love the color and the durability of Monel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayden H Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 How much does this stuff cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainely,Bob Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Nice looking scoop Clay. I bet your grandson will be glad to have it when it`s handed down to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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