Had a bunch of inquiries to make tomahawks etc... Being always behind on orders ive never really had the time, but figured I better stop putting it off and at least try one.
I had a old 32 oz. ball peen laying around the shop for years, and only occasionally use it. So I figured it would be a good candidate for a "tomahawk". I wanted to make one that had a bit of a Norse/Viking flare, so when forging I drew it out top/bottom to have the points at the cutting edges. Not really sure if this would be called bearded or lugged... what ever you wish to call it I can attest it is very effective as the "points" bit me a few times!
Any how, this hammer head made a real big 'hawk, really more of a small axe. Cutting edge is just over 5" and shaves easily. It was a fun project and I have a sack full of large ball peens in bound for more. think im going to do the next one without a spike, and a single bottom "lug".
Some quick cell phone pics, obviosly everything but the cutting edge is as forged.
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Nice!
That thing looks wicked. I don't know why everybody on here is on axes and hawks all of a sudden, but I like it. Only thing is it is adding to the already long list of things I want to learn how to do. Walnut or stained hickory? I'm guessing hickory, but either way I like it.
thanks, the handle is stained Hickory. Im looking fwd. to making more, have a sack full of ball peens on the way.
Very nice Matt. I just cracked the eye on my first attempt at a hawk. It was wraped and welded and I was trying to get it all straight. I am glad yours turned out so nice and that you shared it here. Thanks.
Chris
im going to make or order a drift for the next ones... They will have a larger dia. tapered shaft.
Very nice!
Good stuff! :thumbsup:
looking fwd. to my drift getting here... have heads on standby!
Like I said before, very cool!
this one is headed to KS, going to make a few more but with tapered handles etc...
I like it!
Hi Matt, that's cool!
I have a drift..... have not used it yet!!!!!
Steve
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Potomac Forge
W.F. Moran Museum & Foundation
I need to order mine, or may just make it, can you measure yours and send me the dimensions??
That IS a beauty of an axe. :thumbsup:
I can see where more meat in the handle might be a good idea tho..?
oh there is no doubt more handle would be a plus, I just wanted to bang this one out quick to even see If i wanted to make anohter. I will be making more, but with traditional "tapered" hawk handles.
Matt, I sent you some messages on your web address about my drift.
Steve
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Potomac Forge
W.F. Moran Jr. Museum & Foundation