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 |
|---|---|---|
| A-06-411 | $129.00 | Mini flaren; 2 1/8” wide; 24” overall. |
| B-06-412 | $134.00 | Baby flaren; 2 ½” wide; 24” overall. |
| C-06-413 | $139.00 | Small flaren; 3” wide; 24” overall. |
| D-06-417 | $146.00 | Medium flaren; 3 ½” wide 25 ½” overall. |
| D-06-414 | $152.00 | Medium flaren; 4” wide; 25 ½” overall. |
| E-06-415 | $163.00 | Large flaren; 4 5/8” wide; 28 ½” overall. |
| F-06-416 | $173.00 | X-Large flaren; 5 3/8” to 5 ¾” wide; 28 ½” overall. |
| F-06-416H | $182.00 | Same size as #416 above except larger socket and heavier weight. |
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. |
| J-06-419 | $189.00 | Paddle flaren; 3/8” thick; 4 7/8” cutting width; 34” overall. |
| J-06-418 | $179.00 | Paddle flaren; 5/16” thick; 4 ¾” cutting width; 34” 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 |
|---|---|---|
| K-06-423 | $135.00 | 2 1/8” mini scarf slick; 25” overall. |
| K-06-427 | $142.00 | 2 ¾” baby scarf slick; 25” overall. |
| L-06-428 | $156.00 | 3 ¼” scarf slick; 27” overall. |
| L-06-458 | $167.00 | 3 ¼” hi-rise scarf slick; heavy socket; 27” overall. |
| M-06-429 | $172.00 | 4” scarf slick; 34” overall. |
| M-06-459 | $177.00 | 4 ¼” scarf slick; 34” overall. |
| M-06-461 | $187.00 | 4 ½” scarf slick; hi-rise; heavy socket; 34” overall. |
| N-06-424 | $196.00 | 2” light flat slick; 34” overall. |
| N-06-425 | $239.00 | 2 5/16” heavy flat slick; 5/8” thick tapering blade; 37” overall. |
| N-06-430 | $215.00 | 2 3/8” medium flat slick; 34” overall. |
| N-06-425 | $279.00 | 3 ½” heavy flat slick; ¾” thick tapering blade; 37” 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.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| R-06-439 | $169.00 | Radomske gouge; #3 sweep slightly curved profile blade; 2 ½” wide; outshave style; 24” overall; (very popular all purpose tool). |
| J-06-438 | $169.00 | Jackson lo-curve gouge; same specs as #439 above except #2 sweep. |
| Q-06-437 | $169.00 | Radomske gouge; #5 sweep; 2 ½” wide; outshave style; 24” overall; (very popular). |
| P-06-435 | $169.00 | Pocket gouge; #7 sweep; 2 ¾” wide; straight profile; outshave style; 22” overall. |
| S-06-436 | NLA | Bearing gouge; same specs as #435 above except 2 ½” wide. |
| T-06-433 | NLA | Large gouge; #4 sweep; 3 ½” wide; outshave; 26” overall. |
| T-06-434 | NLA | Large gouge; #7 sweep; 3 ¾” wide; outshave; 26” overall. |
| S-06-467 | $169.00 | Pocket gouge; #9 sweep; 1 ¾” to 2” wide; outcannel; 22: 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 |
|---|---|---|
| S-06-467 | $169.00 | Pocket gouge; #9 sweep; 1 ¾” to 2” wide; outcannel; 22" overall; (especially useful for cleaning out cat-faces). |
| G-06-421 | NLA | 2” wide; 1 ½” deep scoop; made of 5/16” material; 36” overall. ` |
| G-06-469 | $215.00 | 2” wide; 1 ½” deep scoop; made of 3/8” material; 38” overall. |
| G-06-422 | NLA | 2 ½” wide; 1 ½” deep scoop; made of 3/8” material; 36” overall. |
Scorp
Also known as a gouge knife, this tool is extremely useful in cleaning out and finishing lateral notches to the scribe line. It comes sharpened on front and back edge to facilitate cutting on pull stroke and on the push stroke where the grain runs across the scribe line.
| Product # | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A-06-400 | $249.00 | 2” U-shaped cutting edge; 1 ¾” inside width; 23” handle spread; 3” drop cup. |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| P-06-448 | $164.00 | 1 ½” special flat slick; 28” overall; (if fitted with a chisel handle, it will double as a framing chisel in a pinch) |
| Q-06-453 | $164.00 | 2” special flat slick; 28” overall. |
| U-06-442 | $159.99 | 2 ½” small flat slick; 29” overall. |
| T-06-441 | $174.00 | 2 ½” large flat slick; 31” overall. |
| Y-06-463 | $185.00 | 3 1/2” X-large “Fat Boy” flat slick; 31” overall. |
| S-06-440 | $176.00 | 3 ¼” scarf slick; slightly curved base & cutting edge; #2 sweep; fishtail design; 32” overall. |
| V-06-443 | $169.00 | 2 ½” wide large push gouge; #3 sweep; outcannel; 29” overall (not shown). |
| S-06-440R | $23.95 | Replacement slick handle. |
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 | $139.99 | 1” wide socket chisel; 17” overall. |
| XB-06-446 | $139.99 | 1 ½” wide socket chisel; 17” overall. |
| XC-06-447 | $139.99 | 2” wide socket chisel; 17” overall. |
| X-06-445-6-7 | $379.00 | Set of 3 chisels; 1”, 1 ½”, 2”. |
| RA-06-455 | $116.00 | 1” wide bench chisel . |
| RB-06-455 | $116.00 | 1 ½” wide bench chisel. |
| RC-06-455 | $116.00 | 2” wide bench chisel. |
| RG-06-456 | $149.90 | 1 ½” x 12” power gouge; 5/8” shaft; fits Makita HM0810 |
| WG-06-444 | $109.00 | 1 ½” wide small gouge; #5 sweep; outcannel; 13” overall. |
| X-06-447H | $11.95 | Replacement handle. |
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 | $177.00 | 7/8” x 7/8” socket corner chisel; 18” overall; incannel. |
| RZ-06-451 | $111.00 | 1 ¼” swan neck chisel; for cleaning out mortises. |
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 | $176.00 | 5 lb. large drawknife; 3” wide; 3/8” x 12” blade; 25” handle spread. |
| ZB-06-410 | $165.00 | 4 lb. medium drawknife; 3” wide; 3/8” x 9 ½” blade; 22” handle spread. |
| ZC-06-464 | $143.00 | Carver’s drawknife; 1 ½” wide; 5/16” x 6 ½” blade; 19” handle spread; great for furniture, railing or spindle shaping. |