jornyMade a London pattern handle in rowan for an old chisel found at a flea market. Made without a lathe, because remember kids; using the proper tool for the job is cheating!
It is a bit wonky, but I am still rather pleased with the result.
Karl@jorny Impressive regularity in the hexagon if done without lathe.
Jokes aside, it looks great! I'd love to make that kind of handle too.
Thanks! Planed it square(-ish) in section first, marked out the diameter with a compass and then planed of the corners to make it octagonal. Then shaped with a knife and cleaned up with files and sandpaper.
You should give it a try!
wedgeI like OldHand’s unplugged London pattern handle build. Does a good job of showing the process and progression. The handle part starts at 21:25.
