And you probably have one! Strip sander, that is...
I was refurbishing a very old cross-peen / riveting / tinsmith hammer. The new hickory handle is very taut, and has a nice curve faired-in with the help of the strip sander:
Happy woodworking!
Chris
Sometimes a 4-Inch Drum Sander is just the ticket
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Re: Sometimes a 4-Inch Drum Sander is just the ticket
Nicely done!
Now why is fairing desirable?
Now why is fairing desirable?
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Re: Sometimes a 4-Inch Drum Sander is just the ticket
Elegance and esthetics. That was important back in the old days. I remember the old days (not too old ) as I am sure you do.JPG wrote:Nicely done!
Now why is fairing desirable?
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Re: Sometimes a 4-Inch Drum Sander is just the ticket
Plus 1jsburger wrote:Elegance and esthetics. That was important back in the old days. I remember the old days (not too old ) as I am sure you do.JPG wrote:Nicely done!
Now why is fairing desirable?
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Re: Sometimes a 4-Inch Drum Sander is just the ticket
I unnerstan the reason for fairing on a boat hull, but a hammer handle?
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Re: Sometimes a 4-Inch Drum Sander is just the ticket
The taper in the handle feels "right" for how some hammers get used. Sometimes the operator wants to "choke up" toward the head for a bit more control (and less power), so a narrower section helps with that.
The other cool thing is having a smooth, oil finish. Typical thick factory varnish can be abrasive to the hands.
If you haven't put a new handle on a hammer, I recommend trying it! It's really satisfying, particularly if the factory handle has come loose some.
Chris
The other cool thing is having a smooth, oil finish. Typical thick factory varnish can be abrasive to the hands.
If you haven't put a new handle on a hammer, I recommend trying it! It's really satisfying, particularly if the factory handle has come loose some.
Chris
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Re: Sometimes a 4-Inch Drum Sander is just the ticket
Chris said
It's also a great way to save an old hammer head you may not be able to replace with a new one.If you haven't put a new handle on a hammer, I recommend trying it! It's really satisfying, particularly if the factory handle has come loose some.
Russ
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Model 10ER S/N R64000 first one I restored on bench w/ metal ends & retractable casters.
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Mark V completely upgraded to Mark 7
Mark V 520
All SPT's & 2 Power Stations
Model 10ER S/N R64000 first one I restored on bench w/ metal ends & retractable casters.
Has Speed Changer, 4E Jointer, Jig Saw with lamp, a complete set of original accessories & much more.
Model 10E's S/N's 1076 & 1077 oldest ones I have restored. Mark 2 S/N 85959 restored. Others to be restored.