JimsShip Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 While looking around for an old wooden barrel for a Halloween display, a friend dropped 5 of them at my doorstep giving me about 30 barrel bands to play with, but i'm at a loss for what to do with them. I was thinking of using a few of them for vise springs, but I think the metal is too thin. Any creative ideas for these? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 They were a traditional material for native american arrowheads after they became available. Of course the old wrought iron bands may have been a bit thicker than the modern mild steel ones. How about using them in pattern welded billets? Decorative bands sawn/punched/filed for woodwork projects? Stock to make repousee leaves from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backwoods Blacksmith Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 I have use them to make rustic overhead lights. Use a big one hanging over a smaller one. Add 4 to 6 candle holders or light sconces. Use forged chain or dog bones for hanging and seperation. Forge ivy leaves and vines or grapes and grape leaves. Oak leaves and acorns work also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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