Introduction: Big Ass AXE
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 )
Step 1: Draw Your Pattern
Step 2: Cut Excessive Parts
Step 3: Smoothing the Edges
Step 4: Draw the Cutting Edge Line
Step 5: Filing and Grinding Cutting Edge
İf I have belt sander, it would be better.
Step 6: Fine Grinding
Step 7: Drilling Holes for Light Weight
Step 8: Tempering
I used regular charcoal in order to gain enough heat
Step 9: Cooled in Water
I didnt have oil because of that I used water
Step 10: Wooden Handle Making
I used oak for handle
Step 11: Gorilla Glue for Gluing
Step 12: Clamping
Step 13: Sanding and Smoothing
Step 14: Finish :)
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 :)