Heath Robinson Oliver Hammer

[Grantstew8]

As a newbie to this, I've been on a steep learning curve and enjoying every minute. 

I wanted a power hammer but can't make the investment so looked at an Oliver hammer. I've made one and before I get shot down in flames, it's a prototype, needs adjustment and modification.

Please note that Heath Robinson is my mentor.

1. The hinge needs to be lifted so the strike area is larger
2. The striking hammer requires a more solid fixing, the cable ties are useless
3. The anvil hammer head needs to be solid so it does not move
4. The rope needs to change to nylon
5. The treadle needs to be fixed to the frame so it does not move around
6. The anvil needs to be closer to my forge
7. The plumbers torch was simply for the video.

I though you might like to see my video Oliver Hammer video

thanks again for this brilliant resource.

 

 

[JHCC]

8. The attachment for the rope needs to be moved closer to the hinge, for greater mechanical advantage. This was discussed HERE.

[Grantstew8]

Of course....MK II will include that suggestion.

Thanks JHCC!