CHAPTER XXI 

 SUPPLEMENTARY PROJECTS IN BLACKSMITHING 



194. Directions for Making Wagon-Box Stake-Irons 



(Figs. 227 and 228). 



1) Secure 1/4" strap band iron of proper width, or use as 

 substitute old wagon-wheel tire. 



FIG. 227. Wagon-box stake-iron. 



FIG. 228. A lighter stake-iron. 



2) Cut to length as per dimensions with cold chisel or over 

 anvil hardie. 



3) Heat in center portion and make inside bends over cor- 

 ner of anvil 



4) Heat between center and end, and make each outside 

 bend over corner of anvil. 



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