Big Ass AXE

by msel in Workshop > Metalworking

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Big Ass AXE

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Hello dear instructables users, Im here with a new project :)

My commence point was a necessity, I needed small and heavy axe convinient for easy carrying, store

Tools

-Angle grinder

-Metal file

-Sand piper

-G clamp

-Adhesive and cutter discs for angle grinder

Material

Scrap metal plate ( Tractor plough )

Draw Your Pattern

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Cut Excessive Parts

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Smoothing the Edges

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Draw the Cutting Edge Line

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Filing and Grinding Cutting Edge

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İf I have belt sander, it would be better.

Fine Grinding

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Drilling Holes for Light Weight

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Tempering

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I used regular charcoal in order to gain enough heat

Cooled in Water

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I didnt have oil because of that I used water

Wooden Handle Making

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I used oak for handle

Gorilla Glue for Gluing

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Clamping

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Sanding and Smoothing

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Finish :)

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I used tung oil protecting for handle

For satisfying sharpness I used finest metal file, cheap sharpening stone, water sandpaper ( 100, 150, 200 grit)

Thanks for your interest, see you soon with a new project :)