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PeteC:
Hey Rand,I cut that particular point from a standard framing blade.I cut out the rough shape with a cut-off wheel on my chop saw,then grind it true,bevel the edges,used a small triangular file to cut the serrations,then heated it to cherry red and quenched it in motor oil.After hafting the point ,and finishing the arrow,I take a few shots and tweak it till it shoots perfect.After this I'll put a razor edge on the blade,and it's ready for it's place in my quiver,then hopefully in whatever quarry I'm after. ;) Hope this helps.If you've got any questions,don't hesitate to ask. God Bless

Catahoula:
Pete,

Never used my chop saw for cutting metal...got LOTS of old blades as I have built my house here in SC...didn't even think about using my chop saw for cutting metal!...will go to Lowe's and look around.  If I use a Zwikey broadhead as a pattern for size I guess I will be about right?  Hope to learn about bow building and arrow making at the Tn. Classic.

Thank you for your response,

Rand the 62 year old beginner!

PeteC:
Rand,I use a 10" cut-off wheel you can get at nearly any hardware store.I get mine at Lowe's.Just make sure you wear plenty of eye protection,and a good pair of leather gloves.The point in the picture was a little smaller than I usually make.I generally lay out the point as follows:  3 1/2" total lenght. a 1" tang,with a 2 1/2" blade,(triangular).1 1/4" across the base.With a circular saw blade you may want it slightly smaller to get the weight down.If your cutting from band saw stock,the size I mentioned will give a point about 150 grains. Hope this helps. God Bless

Keenan:
  Wow Pete that is some fine shooting. Looks like someone is guiding your arrows ;)

PeteC:
Thanks Keenan.I have no doubt that what you said is true.What ever you ask Him into,(marriage,children,work,finances,and even hobbies)He will bless.Thanks again. God Bless

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