Graphics for Making Small Draw Knives
by gypsysforge on Oct 26, 2009 with 0 Comments
Draw knives are used to remove bark from logs. This is the first step to carving large items or making lumber. This will also allow you to make flat-sided logs for rustic home construction.
Figure A
Heat your 01 tool steel bar to bright orange. Draw out 3 to 3.5-inch tangs by hammering to shape in Figure A.
Figure B
Reheat to bright orange. Bend your draw knife tangs to a 90-degree angle as in Figure B, or to whatever angle will provide you with the best grip. Wider-angled tangs will prevent scraping your hands on the log as you work.
Figure C
Heat to bright orange and hammer your desired blade angle as in Figure C. The most common is a 30-degree included angle, where the blade is 15 degrees on each side.
Figure D
Add your blade handles as in Figure D. Drill handle and apply a liberal amount of gray metal epoxy to the tangs and inside the handles. Allow to cure overnight before use.
Images by Gypsy Wilburn 2009
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