Originally Posted by
David Zor
Nice write up Derek. Where did you source the ferrules for your turned wooden handles? Or did you turn them down from round stock?
Another source for ferrules is copper pipe solder on caps. I've also used compression sleeves from tubing fittings.
Scratch Awl and Burnisher with Acorns.jpg
These ferrules are 1/2" copper pipe caps. They are also available for 1/4" and 3/8" pipe.
Saw Blade Marking Knife knives.jpg
This is a marking knife made from a saw blade. The ferrule is a compression ring from a 1/4" tubing connector.
jtk
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