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