Members plinkercases Posted August 1, 2016 Author Members Report Posted August 1, 2016 Colt and MadMax, S stump may be ok fro stationary work but I used the poundo in different sizes and shapes along with shoe lasts and steel pieces to punch on awkward places/paces and also I don't have floor space for stump or even a slab of tree to lift onto bench.... maybe a slab... I could look into that for when I need more area... Red cent... I have an arbour press but those look excellent... Quote "Oh my God....I beseech thee grant me the grace to remain in Thy Presence; and to this end do Thou prosper me with Thy assistance, receive all my works, and possess all my affections" Brother Lawrence c.1614-1691 plinkercases.ca
Members krusatyr Posted August 27, 2017 Members Report Posted August 27, 2017 (edited) Three considerations for efficient punch and cut board: 'self healing', non-dulling of tool edge and resistance to force. A stump is great per above comments but 1/2" thick, custom sized HDPE poly (30" X 60", or larger) board over a hardwood table top is better for cutting large patterns. There are several wholesale suppliers of large custom HDPE boards in 1/2", 3/4" and 1" and in several colors. I like red and black. Edited August 27, 2017 by krusatyr Quote
480volt Posted August 27, 2017 Report Posted August 27, 2017 This is practically the same as a stump, but I use a 6"x18"x42"-ish piece of glue-lam beam standing on end. No problems with sap, cracking or knots. I use it standing, where I can get nice and close to the work. I use HDPE where that doesn't work. Quote
Members byggyns Posted August 29, 2017 Members Report Posted August 29, 2017 I have an end grain bamboo cutting board, which works well. the end grain acts like the stump/slab,. I use the side with the channel for punching and use the flat side for cutting. The one I have came with rubber feet on one side, but I pulled those off. It's similar to this one: https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Antibacterial-Top-Notch-Kitchenware/dp/B011EQF4ZY/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1504011992&sr=8-15&keywords=bamboo+cutting+board+end+grain Quote
Members WoodysWorkshop Posted September 3, 2017 Members Report Posted September 3, 2017 If you go HDPE, get a thick one, at least 1". Once both sides are worn enough to cause problems you can run it through a planer and make it smooth again. I did that with the kitchen cutting boards when I had my wood shop. Worked out great. Quote
Members Sanch Posted September 8, 2017 Members Report Posted September 8, 2017 (edited) I have 5 tables made of UHMW bathroom stall dividers color is irrelevant durability and ability to clean with solvent is not of concern, tool sharpness and nondulling qualities of UHMW are fantastic have had no issues... Edited September 8, 2017 by Sanch Quote
Members Union Level Leather Posted September 9, 2017 Members Report Posted September 9, 2017 Walmart white plastic cutting board, 12 dollars give or take. i use them every day and they hold up for years, no tool dulling that i can see. great to use with round knife, andipound on them all day. If you know someone with a planer, 1 pass and like new again. Quote
Members jonathanianjames Posted April 6, 2020 Members Report Posted April 6, 2020 For pricking irons could I use any hard surface with just thick leather on top enough for the irons not to go all the way through? Quote
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