Removing the clamps. Note the long rake head in the background.
Forming the handle angle
Fitting the wedges that keep the split prongs in place.
Bending a prong
Bending the handle?
Shaping with the axe
Splaying the prongs on a fork
The handle and prong clamps showing the angle formed
brushes on display
Bending the handle to the right angle
Concentration.
Clamping the handle
Shaping with a drawknife
Using a clamp to get the spread right
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