CFM chuck123wapati Posted July 29, 2020 CFM Report Posted July 29, 2020 Figured i would make new awl for myself. my old awl wasn't the best by any means. so then I had to make a new haft as well. lol came out ok it fits my hand nicely, the awl is 2.5mm and makes some nice lookin holes. I was gonna post this on the awl sharpening thread from the other day as thats what led me build this. I had no way of really knowing how to sharpen an awl with this blade shape so now i do lol. I both formed and sharpened the blade by holding the blade still, in a small vice, then using standard needle files formed the blade. After hardening and tempering i then finished sharpening and polishing with the same method much easier to keep the shape IMO than trying to move the blade over a stone. I used sandpaper glued to ice-cream sticks for the final sharpening and polishing. Only took two band aids lol its sharp alright. Quote
CFM Frodo Posted July 29, 2020 CFM Report Posted July 29, 2020 that is freaking European sexy. and I am jelly what is that brass tip? is that from a lamp shade? You do know that you can start a little side bidness doing that? I will be your first paying customer. make me one, tell me what I owe and I will send you some cash Quote
CFM chuck123wapati Posted July 29, 2020 Author CFM Report Posted July 29, 2020 yup its form a lamp shade and thank you for the compliment. I will make you one if you would like, I'll pm you when i get it done. Quote
Members DJole Posted July 29, 2020 Members Report Posted July 29, 2020 Hey, you've re-invented the curved-haft awl! And it only took TWO bandages? All kidding assigned, it's a lovely tool which I bet is a pleasure to (1) look at, (2) hold in the hand and (3) use for making diamond holes. Quote
CFM chuck123wapati Posted July 29, 2020 Author CFM Report Posted July 29, 2020 On 7/29/2020 at 6:06 PM, DJole said: Hey, you've re-invented the curved-haft awl! And it only took TWO bandages? All kidding assigned, it's a lovely tool which I bet is a pleasure to (1) look at, (2) hold in the hand and (3) use for making diamond holes. Expand lol maybe not the first reinvent in the last few thousand years of leather working. Thank you for the nice words.. Quote
Members dikman Posted July 29, 2020 Members Report Posted July 29, 2020 Very nice job, Chuck. I'm impressed at how you keep coming up with ways to use bits of antler. I like the curved idea but I'm guessing that you need to work out how it fits the hand before fixing the awl into the handle? I don't need another awl but............ Quote
garypl Posted July 29, 2020 Report Posted July 29, 2020 Very nice - I like anything made from antlers! Gary Quote
CFM chuck123wapati Posted July 30, 2020 Author CFM Report Posted July 30, 2020 On 7/29/2020 at 10:25 PM, dikman said: Very nice job, Chuck. I'm impressed at how you keep coming up with ways to use bits of antler. I like the curved idea but I'm guessing that you need to work out how it fits the hand before fixing the awl into the handle? I don't need another awl but............ Expand thanks yes it fits in the hand comfortably only one way then its just a matter of setting the awl in the position that suits you and you dont really even have to look to get good even and straight holes On 7/29/2020 at 10:35 PM, garypl said: Very nice - I like anything made from antlers! Gary Expand Thanks yea i use alot of it i really like the feel of antler for handle materials. Quote
CFM chuck123wapati Posted August 8, 2020 Author CFM Report Posted August 8, 2020 On 8/8/2020 at 12:43 AM, DaveP said: Looking marvelous! Expand Thank you. Quote
Members Spyros Posted August 8, 2020 Members Report Posted August 8, 2020 duuuude this is brilliant Quote
CFM chuck123wapati Posted August 8, 2020 Author CFM Report Posted August 8, 2020 On 8/8/2020 at 1:43 PM, Spyros said: duuuude this is brilliant Expand Thank you. Quote
CFM Frodo Posted August 17, 2020 CFM Report Posted August 17, 2020 Hey Ya'll I managed to talk Chuck out of one of these awls Let me tell you something, This tool is SPOT ON. Not only does it look good The antler fits in my hand perfectly, AND, the diamond on the blade is oriented correctly to the hole in the work PLUS. The blade is so smooth. The butter in my refrigerator is jealous This is NOT a garage made funky tool, This is top shelf And is worth top dollar Thanks Chuck. Quote
CFM chuck123wapati Posted August 17, 2020 Author CFM Report Posted August 17, 2020 On 8/17/2020 at 10:17 AM, Frodo said: Hey Ya'll I managed to talk Chuck out of one of these awls Let me tell you something, This tool is SPOT ON. Not only does it look good The antler fits in my hand perfectly, AND, the diamond on the blade is oriented correctly to the hole in the work PLUS. The blade is so smooth. The butter in my refrigerator is jealous This is NOT a garage made funky tool, This is top shelf And is worth top dollar Thanks Chuck. Expand Your very welcome. And also lucky you are right handed lol i didn't think to even ask. Quote
Members battlemunky Posted August 17, 2020 Members Report Posted August 17, 2020 Looks great @chuck123wapati! Quote
CFM chuck123wapati Posted August 17, 2020 Author CFM Report Posted August 17, 2020 On 8/17/2020 at 1:44 PM, battlemunky said: Looks great @chuck123wapati! Expand Thanks! Quote
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