Damion78 Posted January 30, 2015 Share Posted January 30, 2015 This is a flatter that I made from a large rusty bolt that was given to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaughnT Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 That's a pretty brilliant idea! Looks like you got yourself a good flatter and had some fun doing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damion78 Posted January 31, 2015 Author Share Posted January 31, 2015 Thank you, it was pretty fun to make and simple enough. It was the first time I have done a handle like that, and I learned a few things for next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickOHH Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 That's a nice flatter there, might have to add it to the tools to make soon. Like the handle easier than punching an eye and shouldn't transfer much shock through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbrown Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I like the fly rod and the fact that it is in your vehicle ready to go! Cool repurposing too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damion78 Posted January 31, 2015 Author Share Posted January 31, 2015 The rods my buddies, he is always ready to fish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpankySmith Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 I've got one of those bolts rusting in a junk yard bucket....hmmmm. Now I have something to do with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norrin_radd Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 That is a great idea. Might be my next tool to try to make. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausfire Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 That's an interesting tool, nicely made from a bolt and well handled. The only thing is ... I'm not sure what you would use it for. I know I'm missing something, but what will a flatter do that a hammer of the same profile won't? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damion78 Posted February 5, 2015 Author Share Posted February 5, 2015 I think in my mind the flatter is more accurate than swinging a hammer. You are able to isolate high points in the work and get a more uniform surface. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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