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General discussion => Shop Made Tools => Topic started by: David Rase on March 09, 2015, 03:14:17 AM

Title: Chisel Rack
Post by: David Rase on March 09, 2015, 03:14:17 AM: This weekend I put together a new rack for my carving chisels. The rack is made of red oak and has room for 47 tools. This rack can either be attached to the wall or set on the work bench. The neat feature of this rack is the slant board in the back that supports the back row of chisels. Because o being slanted, another nice feature is that the stand does not collect chips. I need to put some finish on this rack to complete it. I also want to try and make a similar rack for my rasps and files. It will end up being taller, not as wide but will require larger diameter PVC tubing.

The first photo shows the completed rack loaded with chisels and gouges.
(https://i.ibb.co/hdcqzgz/DSCF4646-zpsviacir73.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ykp3jNj)

This next photo shows the 2 boards that make up the chisel support. The large holes are 1 1/8" diameter. The smaller holes were drilled with a spade or paddle bit that I ground down to provide a slight interference fit with the 1/2" PVC tubing.
(https://i.ibb.co/3kNRx7C/DSCF4636-zpsza8qtk0k.jpg) (https://ibb.co/JC73YKs)

Photo number 3 shows the board ripped down the center of the 1 1/8" holes.
(https://i.ibb.co/qdcXR3Q/DSCF4638-zps2ss4zmes.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hy4hKJz)

This photo shows the 3" long pieces of PVC tube driven into the smaller holes.
(https://i.ibb.co/34yybH0/DSCF4643-zpsv9vmuwih.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bQggVnr)

You have to look hard but in this final photo you can see the slant board behind and underneath the scalloped boards.
(https://i.ibb.co/K95v53n/DSCF4653-zpsxjzpzkbj.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tbHrHWR)
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: WadePatton on March 09, 2015, 03:32:10 AM: As always Dave, your work is a treat to behold. Thanks for the inspiration.

Split for Scallops with Slant. noted. (SSS)

I should do up some of these as well. But i'll be _way down_ the lumber grades--crate material!

well i do have some barn wood and pallets too... 8)
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: Kermit on March 09, 2015, 08:40:17 AM: Clever, Dave. Very clever. I had to look more than once.
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: Tim Crosby on March 09, 2015, 04:54:25 PM: Really a good design, I will make one up today. I can't wait to see your file/rasp rack, I have tried lots of ideas over the years but have never liked a one. I just have them laid out on a separate low table at the end of the bench along with half a doz scrapers..

Tim C.
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: P.W.Berkuta on March 09, 2015, 06:54:26 PM: Very nicely done Dave -- hope they all get back to their original spot when done using them ;D!
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: ssscotty2008 on February 22, 2024, 05:10:05 PM: Dave pictures of your chisel rack will no load . Could you please send me a picture. Thanks Scotty 304-919-3232 ssscotty2008@yahoo.com
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: J Shingler on February 22, 2024, 09:58:21 PM: Scotty you won't have time to build that before class! LOL 🤣
Jeff
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: Craig Wilcox on February 22, 2024, 10:42:14 PM: Dave pictures of your chisel rack will not load. Could you please send me pictures? Thanks Craig 937-407-1287, realjcraigwilcox@outlook.com.

Same boat as Scotty. Penalty for taking 8 years to read your post!
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: Craig Wilcox on February 26, 2024, 09:53:01 PM: Thanks for renewing the pictures - seems to be an easy task. Do wish all my chisels had the same style/size handles as my carving chisels, but can always make two of these.
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: aaronc on April 10, 2024, 04:49:34 PM: Excellent work...something on my to do list as well. I haven't picked out a design yet though.
Title: Re: Chisel Rack
Post by: Daniel Coats on April 10, 2024, 09:54:28 PM: Well thought out and explained I like it