Fitting the wedges that keep the split prongs in place.
brushes on display
Shaping the ends of the prongs
Bending the handle to the right angle
Clamping the handle
The clamp to spread the prongs to the right size
After heating
Checking the width
Using a clamp to get the spread right
An array of finished forks
Forming the prongs.
Shaping with the axe
Shaping a handle
The heating room
Bending the handle
Bending a prong
A binding ready to use
The handle clamped
Ready for heating to set the shape
Working on the shave horse.
Forming the handle angle
Applying the binding
Shaping with a drawknife
Choosing a fork
Bending the prongs
Finished forks
Adjusting the clamps
Adjusting the spread by means of the spacer bar.
The handle and prong clamps showing the angle formed
Sign of a craftsman.
Fork in production
Removing the clamps. Note the long rake head in the background.
Shaping the prongs with a drawknife.
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