Momatt Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I am brand new to this stuff. Was pleased how this bark spud turned out my first socket rolled up on the horn. I used the old historical circle shape figuring most old tools assumed shapes for a reason. My brother has a bandsaw mill and this will save him some wear on blades. A piece of 5160 no quench. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 How wide is the blade? Why no quench for a working tool? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momatt Posted February 9, 2013 Author Share Posted February 9, 2013 Glen, the blade is about 3 inches wide. I didn't quench partly because I don't know any better and because I thought it needs toughness not to hold an edge. I just rived a Handle it works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 What is important is that it works for you. Do some research, follow the use of the tool already made, and build a second one, even better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel.85 Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Making your own tools is always fun and you'll learn what works as you go. I see your putting the gas forge to use! Working well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don A Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Looks good. If you find it dulling quickly, a heat-treatment might be in order. If not, spud away! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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