USE OF MODELING OR FORMING TOOLS 



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Working Instructions for Hatchet Handle: 



56. Squaring the Stock Laying Out. Plane stock to 

 over all dimensions, 3/4" x 1-1/2" x 14". 



On the face side, sketch the outline of the handle, as shown 

 in Fig. 115. Taper the front end of the handle to 1/2" thick- 

 ness on the end, beginning the taper at a point 4" from this 

 end, as shown in the edge view of the mechanical drawing of 

 the handle. 



57. Using the Turning-saw. Place the stock upright 

 in the vise, one-half its length being above the vise. Stand in 



front of the vise in position to saw 

 (Fig. 115). 



Grasp the turning-saw in hands, 

 as shown in Fig. 115, the teeth 

 pointing toward the operator. 

 Move the saw away from you to 

 start the saw cut, or kerf; then 

 toward you without downward 

 pressure, until the saw blade has 

 begun to cut. Continue to move 

 the saw backward and forward the 

 approximate length of the saw 

 blade, holding the frame vertically except when necessary to 

 vary from this position in order not to have the frame strike 

 the stock. Gradually turn the right hand as forward strokes 

 are made to direct the saw blade on the curve. 



Where possible, the saw cut should be taken over the grain. 

 However, unless the saw can be removed from stock and 

 started in a new place without much difficulty, it is best to 

 complete a saw cut regardless of relation of wood fiber to saw 



FIG. 115. Correct use of 

 turning saw. 



