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Title: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: Lin Rhea on May 02, 2008, 05:59:00 AM: I posted a question a few days back about the hatchet in the book "From the Den of the Old Bowhunter". I really like the idea of having one to carry, plus I wanted an excuse to make one.
I started forging one a few days ago and just now am getting some pics where I can post.

The first one is the bar of 5160 carbon steel
5/16 X 1 1/2 X 5 inches long
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3234/2458341048_ebc41a75de.jpg)
The hardest part was getting the forging started. Trying to squish down the handle neck and bend the head over at the same time.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2285/2457511277_37b2a35440.jpg)
Now, just refining the shape a little at a time. I skipped some heats, but mangaed to take enough pics to give the genaral idea. Plus it's hard to take photos of yourself and not get burnt.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3169/2458341250_6e98f1794c.jpg)
A little closer
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2002/2458341344_84a10cba9c.jpg)
Now into the forge to thermocycle and prepare for annealing.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3211/2457511521_493384bbdc.jpg)

I'll have more as I get the head sanded and start the handle. I am wanting to put a stag taper on it for the handle. More soon. Lin
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: sticshooter on May 02, 2008, 06:09:00 AM: Cool Lin can't wait.<><
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Post by: LEOPARD on May 02, 2008, 06:10:00 AM: Looks good! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: **DONOTDELETE** on May 02, 2008, 06:52:00 AM: about how many hours to get it at that point? That is some nice work...

Get a tri-pod set auto-shot on your camera and push a button and get ready.... camera does the rest.
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: Kevin Evans on May 02, 2008, 08:19:00 AM: Can't wait to see finished!!!
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Post by: Doug Campbell on May 02, 2008, 09:19:00 AM: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: Chris Surtees on May 02, 2008, 04:06:00 PM: Lin, you are truly talented to make a from that little piece of metal. Can not wait to see more! :notworthy:
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Post by: JEFF B on May 02, 2008, 04:49:00 PM: now thats awesome lin!
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: wislnwings on May 02, 2008, 05:17:00 PM: Awesome work Lin. After that thread on the broadhead axe I was wondering how long it would take one you talented craftsmen to make one. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: Lin Rhea on May 02, 2008, 05:58:00 PM: I'll have some more pics soon. I have to be away for the weekend. Thanks
Lin
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Post by: LC on May 02, 2008, 11:13:00 PM: Awesome stuff! Can't wait for more pictures!
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Post by: Starkman on May 03, 2008, 01:04:00 AM: Very nice Lin. What type of handle material do you intend to use...never mind...you mentioned stag. Bringing one to Blade?
Bob
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Post by: Leftieshot on May 03, 2008, 01:41:00 AM: It looks great Lin!! Keep going!!
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Post by: dave hiltz on May 03, 2008, 06:40:00 AM: I sure wish that I could come work with you for a week or so, that is awsome Lin, can not wait to see the finished product. Dave
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: GMASIUK on May 03, 2008, 02:09:00 PM: Hi Lin, I was wondering if you would make one to sell? Please pm or email me. [email protected]

Thanks, Glen
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: Lin Rhea on May 06, 2008, 07:02:00 PM: I finally got another picture if the hatchet just before I started to assmeble it. The handle is a small piece of Sambar Stag taper and the bronze pieces will be on the front and back of the handle. Lin
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3177/2472340454_2caff08e65.jpg)
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: sticshooter on May 06, 2008, 07:33:00 PM: WOWZERS!!!!! LIN that is saweeeet! whats the dims?<><
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Post by: oldpaths on May 06, 2008, 07:36:00 PM: very nice always amazed to see just a piece of steel turned into something neat and thats really neat!!! :clapper:
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: Lin Rhea on May 06, 2008, 07:48:00 PM: Thanks, I got the hatchet finished. Here is one Chuck Ward took today. The head and handle have a brushed finish. The Hatchet is about 9 1/4 inch long and the cutting edge is about 1 3/4 inch. I think it will weigh about 12-14 ounces, but have not weighed it. I'm going to have a sheath of sorts made for it too. Lin
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3054/2471609403_13afd5a1c5.jpg)
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Post by: Ray Hammond on May 06, 2008, 08:10:00 PM: What a great looking piece, Lin. I bet Chet Stevenson would drool over that!!!!!!!
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Post by: OconeeDan on May 06, 2008, 09:38:00 PM: Awesome! Are you going to keep it and use it for yourself?
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: Lin Rhea on May 07, 2008, 06:18:00 AM: Thanks, I plan on taking it to Blade show in a couple of weeks and put it on my table.
Lin
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Post by: Doug Campbell on May 07, 2008, 09:10:00 AM: Very, very nice as always Lin :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: vermonster13 on May 07, 2008, 09:25:00 AM: Sweet!
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Post by: Chris Surtees on May 07, 2008, 12:56:00 PM: Very nice Lin!
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Post by: tippit on May 07, 2008, 07:54:00 PM: As always very innovative :thumbsup: tippit
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Post by: Nosight on May 07, 2008, 08:03:00 PM: This is very nice work. Thankyou for the pics.
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Post by: Steve Nuckels on May 07, 2008, 09:20:00 PM: That, is the "cats pajamas"! Does anyone say that anymore besides me?
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Post by: Kevin Evans on May 07, 2008, 09:24:00 PM: Thats beautifull work!!
Hey Linn,What thickness is that?Could I do something like that with 50" saw blade?Or would that be to narrow?
Later Kevin
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: LC on May 07, 2008, 10:59:00 PM: Once again awesome work, Lin!
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Post by: el oso on May 08, 2008, 12:13:00 AM: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: B M A on May 08, 2008, 01:08:00 AM: that is one sweet hatchet. The only thing that would make it better if it were in my hands. Love it. You do great work. Brock :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: Lin Rhea on May 08, 2008, 05:31:00 AM: Thanks guys. Kevin, yes you can make one from a saw blade. This one is about 1/4 inch plus thick at the head.
Lin
Title: Re: Small Broadhead Hatchet Build
Post by: robtattoo on May 08, 2008, 09:37:00 AM: Lovely lines Lin :thumbsup: The flow the stag roll, through the shaft of the axe is a really nice touch. Like the butt detailing too. Hell, I like the whole darn thing! :biglaugh: