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Splittin wedge.

Discussion in 'Axes, Mauls, and Hand Saws' started by Mag Craft, Dec 9, 2019.

  1. Mag Craft

    Mag Craft

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    I took this cheap splitting wedge and welded a pipe to it and then wrapped it with pipe insulation and duct tape. I use a small 4 lb sledge to drive it. I use this mainly for making kindling but I have split rounds with it before.

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  2. Eric VW

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    I like it!:handshake:
     
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  3. walt

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    Yes I like it , good design
     
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  4. Chaz

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    Nice repurpose.
    :yes:
     
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  5. Mag Craft

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    Getting older and got tired of bending over to pick up the wedge.
     
  6. Chaz

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    Necessity is the mother of invention.
    So I've heard.
     
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    Aren't we all. Lol
     
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