Had a bunch of inquiries to make tomahawks etc... Being always behind on orders ive never really had the time, but figured I better stop putting it off and at least try one.
I had a old 32 oz. ball peen laying around the shop for years, and only occasionally use it. So I figured it would be a good candidate for a "tomahawk". I wanted to make one that had a bit of a Norse/Viking flare, so when forging I drew it out top/bottom to have the points at the cutting edges. Not really sure if this would be called bearded or lugged... what ever you wish to call it I can attest it is very effective as the "points" bit me a few times!
Any how, this hammer head made a real big 'hawk, really more of a small axe. Cutting edge is just over 5" and shaves easily. It was a fun project and I have a sack full of large ball peens in bound for more. think im going to do the next one without a spike, and a single bottom "lug".
Some quick cell phone pics, obviosly everything but the cutting edge is as forged.
Topic: Ball peen to "Norhawk Warhawk" (Read 778 times)
