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Started by akaboomer, June 11, 2012, 08:48:00 PM

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akaboomer

My bosses wife makes soaps, balms, lotions and those sorts of things. She grows some of her own ingrediants, such as lavender. She has been frustrated with the cutting tools she has, so my boss asked if I could make a Lavender Harvesting Sickle for her. I looked at some pics and agreed to do it.

So here is my take on a sickle.
Blade;5160
Handle;Teak
 


I had considered not posting this here, but after putting this thing through some abuse I can say this would be a great tool for any number of chores.
I cut down a Hickory that was 5"-6". Then went to town on a stand of cane that is grownup thick below my pond. This would be a great tool for a fellow that crafts cane arrows or even some tasks on a self bow.
Comments, critiques and questions appreciated.

Mods if this is out of place let me know.

Chris

DANA HOLMAN

Looks good to me Chris, I think you could cut anything with it. Nice job
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Lin Rhea

She ought to love it.
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2treks

That is so cool,
Makes me want one,
Nice job
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kuch

Super , you did a great job

Rusty Snuffers

That's pretty darn cool.  I could see using it during spring or fall turkey season to clear a spot for my blind.  Very nice!
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Doug Campbell

Looks like a useful and very well done tool there Chris.
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GRAYBEARD

That piece just says "I can do it and do it with class!". I like that.
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Zbearclaw

Very nice!

Now, what does the sheath look like?   :)
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stickytoes

That is one of the coolest most unique cutting tools I have seen recently......it looks like it will work awesome as well

akaboomer

Thanks for the comments guys. I don't make sheiths, yet. I may if I ever get time to attempt a new hobby. My bosses wife is very organized and has it on a peg board. She knows to oil the blade so maintenance is covered.

Chris

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