Steven Lancaster Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 I have been thinking about trying to forge a Norlund style axe. I would like to forge out of a single piece of steel (high carbon). I am wondering what starting stock size I should use for this type of axe. Of course, will vary based on full axe v. hatchet. However, if anyone has made this style and has suggestions on the size steel I should try, I would appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Cochran Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 I can’t help much but when I looked to see what you’re asking about I see multiple styles. Which one are you wanting to know about? The different styles will need varying sizes of steel in order to make it look right. For example the voyager is smaller than the cabin axe meaning much less steel needed to make it than you would for the cabin axe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Lancaster Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 I should have been more specific! I am looking at the Voyager style. I like the lines on that and feel like would be a good place to get started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Cochran Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 A piece of steel measuring 1x1.5x3” will come in a hair over the 1.25 lbs of the voyager axe. I’m not sure how big it’s supposed to be. You might wanna try 2” instead of 1.5”. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anachronist58 Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 (edited) Fascinating. I have a Norlund, it is a single bevel axe, either a Voyager, or a Tomahawk. I will have to weigh it, or get specific dimensions. The main thing is, it is hands down my favorite limbing axe. Will you be folding or punching to obtain the eye? Good luck on your Project. Robert Taylor Edited December 27, 2017 by Anachronist58 Addendum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Lancaster Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 18 hours ago, Michael Cochran said: A piece of steel measuring 1x1.5x3” will come in a hair over the 1.25 lbs of the voyager axe. I’m not sure how big it’s supposed to be. You might wanna try 2” instead of 1.5”. I was trying to decide between .75" and 1" by 1.5" I asked around and someone told me the poll of theirs measured 1 3/8 x .75. I am afraid the .75 will end up with eye walls that are too thin. On the other hand, cheaper than 1" and is less metal to move by hand than the thicker stock. Might have to play around with both and see what I like and can handle! 15 hours ago, Anachronist58 said: Fascinating. I have a Norlund, it is a single bevel axe, either a Voyager, or a Tomahawk. I will have to weigh it, or get specific dimensions. The main thing is, it is hands down my favorite limbing axe. Will you be folding or punching to obtain the eye? Good luck on your Project. Robert Taylor I think I will be punching. I have been messaging with Brent Bailey on ordering a slit and drift that will work. I work alone, so not sure I can handle punching it. On the other hand, I don't have experience with forge welding, so hesitant to plan on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Cochran Posted December 27, 2017 Share Posted December 27, 2017 If you go the .75” route you could always upset the end some to thicken it up to make sure the eye walls aren’t too thin. Please keep us informed and to how it goes. I know I might wanna try one sometime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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