Hand Forged Specialty Tools
We have contracted a tool manufacturer to build us some specialized hand forged tools unique to the log construction industry. We try to carry inventory, but because of popular demand and manufacturing time involved, we do run out. Allow plenty of time for delivery.
Gouge Sweep Diagrams
FLaren
A variation of the slick, this tool is a flat one side and an outcannel bevel on the other. Fitted with a socket fit handle, this tool can be used effectively on either side for planing, dressing and as a clean-up tool. With the bevel side down this tool has been successfully used to replicate a drawknife or adzing effect especially used in restoration work on old buildings as well as on current construction. The larger the flaren, the coarser the drawknife effect. Since they are all forged, sizes might vary somewhat, also lengths of handles.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| E-06-415 | $172.00 | Large flaren; 4-1/2” wide; 28 ½” overall. |
Paddle FLaren
This is a heavier variation of the flaren for those who want some extra size and heft.
(shown as #J in image above).
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| J-06-420 | $162.00 | Medium paddle flaren; 3 ¾” to 4” wide; 32” overall. |
Scarf & flat slicks
Scarf slicks have a slightly curved profile front to back, a fishtail style blade and a slightly curved (#2 sweep) cutting edge. They are especially useful in finishing scarfs. Flat slicks have a flat bottom and a square nose and are especially useful for surface planing and mortise and tenon joinery.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| M-06-429 | $172.00 | 4” scarf slick; 34” overall. |
Socket hand gouges
These hand gouges in various sweeps are very useful when working on laterals, notches, cleaning out cat-faces and when working on any other curved surfaces.
We now make up sculpting gouges using a Pfeil fishtail gouge and a Robert Sorby slick handle. These wind up at 24" overall and come in number 2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 sweeps and 2-3/8" widths. Picture can be Emailed if desired. These have been very well accepted.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| R-06-439 | $179.00 | Sculpting & all purpose gouge; #3 sweep profile blade; 2-3/8” wide; outshave style; 24” overall; (very popular all purpose tool). |
| J-06-438 | $179.00 | Sculpting & all purpose gouge; same specs as #439 above except #2 sweep. |
| Q-06-437 | $182.00 | Sculpting & all purpose gouge; #5 sweep; 2-3/8” wide; outshave style; 24” overall; (very popular). |
| P-06-435 | $186.00 | Sculpting & all purpose gouge; #7 sweep; 2-3/8” wide; outshave style; 24” overall. |
| S-06-436 | $189.00 | Sculpting & all purpose gouge; #8 sweep; 2-3/8” wide; outshave style; 24" overall. |
Shovel gouge
This is a medium weight tool used for removing wood from the lateral groove and finishing to the scribe line. A fairly heavy weight tool with a #9 U-shaped sweep.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| G-06-469 | $239.00 | 2” wide; 1 ½” deep scoop; made of 3/8” material; 38” overall. |
Barr Hand Forged Specialty tools
Hand forging with hammers compresses the steel, introducing more carbon into a smaller area. After annealing, the tools are quenched, then tempered to the proper hardness. This process produces a superior edge that maintains its edge longer. All slicks, chisels and gouges come with socket fitted handles with steel shock rings on those that are meant to be struck. All are attractively finished, sharpened and ready to use. Many current owners can attest to their quality.
Flat & Scarf Socket Slicks
Dressing hewn timbers, cleaning up corners, and dove-tailed timber work are a few applications for these fine tools.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| U-06-442 | $274.95 | 2 ½” small flat slick; 29” overall. |
| T-06-441 | $293.95 | 2 ½” large flat slick; 31” overall. |
| Y-06-463 | $309.95 | 3 1/2” X-large “Fat Boy” flat slick; 31” overall. |
| S-06-440 | $296.95 | 3 ¼” scarf slick; slightly curved base & cutting edge; #2 sweep; fishtail design; 32” overall. |
| V-06-443 | $249.95 | 2 ½” wide large push gouge; #3 sweep; outcannel; 29” overall |
| S-06-440R | $41.95 | Replacement slick handle. |
| Z-09-889 | $38.95 | Barr Slick tip guard |
Socket Framing Chisels
A must on any timber framing site. Our most popular timber framing chisels.
Bench Chisels
Similar to framing chisels but only 12" long.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| XA-06-445 | $254.95 | 1” wide socket chisel; 17” overall. |
| XB-06-446 | $254.95 | 1 ½” wide socket chisel; 17” overall. |
| XC-06-447 | $254.95 | 2” wide socket chisel; 17” overall. |
X-06-44567 |
$729.95 |
Set of 3 chisels; 1”, 1 ½”, 2”. |
| RA-06-455 | $224.95 | 1" wide bench chisel |
| RB-06-455 | $224.95 | 1 ½” wide bench chisel. |
| RC-06-455 | $224.95 | 2” wide bench chisel. |
| WG-06-444 | $209.95 | 1 ½” wide small gouge; #5 sweep; outcannel; 13” overall. |
| X-06-447H | $28.95 | Replacement handle. |
| Z-09-888 | $29.95 | Barr Chisel tip guard |
Corner Chisel
Hand-forged of high carbon steel, shaped to 90 degrees, and
flat ground.
Priceless for cleaning out the square corners on mortises.
Swan Neck Chisel
Hand-forged and tempered through the curves, this tool is a real time-saver
for cleaning out the bottom of mortises.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| RY-06-449 | $299.95 | 7/8” x 7/8” socket corner chisel; 18” overall; incannel. |
RZ-06-451 |
$274.95 |
1 ¼” swan neck chisel; for cleaning out mortises. |
| RD-06-469 | $253.95 | Mike Dunbar style chairmaker's scorp |
Hand Forged Drawknives
These Barr drawknives are designed and balanced for the utmost in user control and comfort. They are to be used with the bevel side down.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ZA-06-409 | $299.95 | 5 lb. large drawknife; 3” wide; 3/8” x 12” blade; 25” handle spread. |
| ZB-06-410 | $286.95 | 4 lb. medium drawknife; 3” wide; 3/8” x 9 ½” blade; 22” handle spread. |
| ZC-06-464 | $244.95
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Carver’s drawknife; 1 ½” wide; 5/16” x 6 ½” blade; 19” handle spread; great for furniture, railing or spindle shaping.
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