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making an adze from a regular old hammer?

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mcginnis6010:
Anyone ever forged an adze from a regular old hammer and would you think it was feasible? I was thinking of trying it since i definitely dont want to pay the prices for a store bought adze. Also i was thinking of using some mild steel for a froe since ive read it doesnt need a sharp edge. Thoughts and opinions appreciated.

KHalverson:
feasible-yes
iv'e forged a couple of ball pein hammers into other tools
I have the ability to get to welding heat in my forge and it was  tough work with a #3 hammer.
the fellas that forge those 24 oz hammers into tomahawks by hand have my utmost respect.
if you have or know someone that has a hydraulic press  or power hammer  it would ease the pain.
Kevin

mcginnis6010:
Unfortunately i dont know anyone with a power hammer or hydraulic press. Ive forged some gouges out of some scrap steel as well as knives. I was thinking i could try to forge an adze out of a hammer since i have an over abundance of them. As for the froe i was thinking i could just grab some cheap flat bar steel from lowes since its not absolutely necessary for a sharp edge.

lostarrow:
A leaf spring works as a froe. Cut it off with the eye being used to insert the handle of your choice. You will want to grind a good taper on it though as it's fairly stout and can be hard to get  started.

BOWMAN53:
A buddy of mine made one.

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