Introduction: One Cent Arrowhead
intro: in this instruct-able, I will show you how to make an arrowhead for one cent.
Step 1: Materials
Step 1: Gather Materials
you will need
1 Hammer
1 Set of scissor-like incredibly strong cutting device. (must be able to cut a penny)
1 Penny
Vice (semi-optional, you can probably get it to work without, but it makes life easier)
whetstone
flat head screw driver
Step 2: Making the Arrow Head
Step1:
use the hammer to flatten the penny as thin as possible without tearing the metal
besides making it sharper it work hardens the metal, making it stronger.
Step2:
cut the penny into a sharp wedge shape, about 30 degrees.
Step 3: Making the Arrowhead 2
Cut of the round bottom of the arrowhead.
Step 4: Making the Notches for Attachment
Using the Flathead like a chisel, make to notches on either side of the arrowhead to wrap string through for the attachment to the shaft
Step 5: Sharpening
using the whet stone sharpen the edges at about a 27 degree angle. pay special attention to the tip.
now your ready to attach the arrowhead.