Gene, if you make them, be sure to put a ferrule on the file end of the handle. A 1/2 inch ring of 1/2 or 3/4 copper pipe will work just fine, and keep that end from splitting out.
If it was me, I'd go to HF and get the cheap set of lathe chisels, though. They're good enough to learn on, and you can replace them with good ones when you get bitten by the "turning bug." (And yes, you'll get bitten.)
steve
Need some ideas/help.
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10 ER, stripped down.
Basic 10ER, Parts machine. Will be a semi-dedicated drill-press machine.
10 ER, a "survivor" of the trailer fire, in the back yard, needing restoration. Has a Mk5 headrest. Finally, stripped down.
Numerous parts, for Model 10 stuff. Except for lower saw guard, A and B adapters, I've got it.
Looking for one more, or some 9 inch extension table raisers.
Basic 10ER, Parts machine. Will be a semi-dedicated drill-press machine.
10 ER, a "survivor" of the trailer fire, in the back yard, needing restoration. Has a Mk5 headrest. Finally, stripped down.
Numerous parts, for Model 10 stuff. Except for lower saw guard, A and B adapters, I've got it.
Looking for one more, or some 9 inch extension table raisers.
Yeah, HF has a set on sale and with a 20% coupon they'd be real cheap to start with. One decent review there. Luckily my machine came with tools when I start out learning.
http://www.harborfreight.com/8-piece-wo ... -9915.html
You could practice glue ups of different woods for some cool designs.
http://www.harborfreight.com/8-piece-wo ... -9915.html
You could practice glue ups of different woods for some cool designs.
My version fo a file handle
For what it's worth this is my version of a file handle.Gene Howe wrote:
What do you all think? Any ideas? Am I on the right track or should I just buy handles?
Thanks,
First thing select a spring and cut a coil or two off the spring.
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Search the scrap bin for a piece that will make an appropriate handle. Mark the center of one end. Find a drill bit about the diamiter halfway up the file tang. Drill a hole down the center of the stock.
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Next use the SS disk sander to shape the handle to desired shape.
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Remove the waist finish or not and commence fileing in comfort.
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I create problem solving challenges and opportunities for design modification, not mistakes.
SS 520 born 04/16/03, Power Station mounted Band saw , Scroll saw, Jointer, Belt sander, Overarm router, dedicated Mark V drill press, SS Maxi-clamp system, Shopsmith woodworking bench
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Swing away/around vise???
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I believe it is a Solid Box, Post or Leg Vise.JPG40504 wrote:Swing away/around vise???
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1998 Mark V 510 bought used 2006, Jointer, 2 Bandsaws, ca 1960 Yuba SawSmith RAS
Projects and "stuff": http://www.bfulgham.com/JAlbum/Woodworking_Index/
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Well that explains 'that'.bffulgham wrote:I believe it is a Solid Box, Post or Leg Vise.
New thing learned fer today; done!
Thanks!!!
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Copper pipe or brass tubes make good ferrules. I have used brass pen tubes on some small projects. If you don't have a lathe set up, you could rig a tool rest for a drop press. If tang is round just drill a hole and epoxy in. Another option is to split a dowel in half and shape a cavity for the tang then drive the shaft and dowel into the handle. I have tried heating the tang and driving it in but didn't like that method.