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very un-conventional planishing method
Ok, we took a day off and worked on a government project. The material was 16 ga. 1020, and it warped pretty bad after welding. For scale, the widest part is 58"
We decided to see how well the new planishing method would work, and I would like some input on how hard and where it needs stretching to eliminate the oil can... IMG_5782.jpg IMG_5783.jpg |
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A .22 LR did not phase it, but a 380 full metal jacket seems to raise about a 1/8" dent
IMG_5784.jpg IMG_5792.jpg IMG_5793.jpg I am wondering how long it will take for it to become straight again It is portable, so a group project? |
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dont know whether to use a bigger hammer, such as a 12 ga. slug, or 45 wadcutter, or just keep pecking at it over time
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LOL. Nice snail bullet trap Mike! I don't think I'd use a bigger 'hammer'. I don't think 16 ga would stop a 45 or a deer slug. I'm surprised it stopped the 380 and don't think it would if it had not been at an angle.
Most the traps I've seen have been made of considerably heavier steel. Personally, I'd leave it alone. It's going to get dinged in use anyway
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I did say 16 ga, but it is 12 ga. First mistake all week
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I would use a technique with a very fast and light blow rate. Something in the order of a semi automatic .17 or .22 planishing hammer.
Tom
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we will try that tomorrow and see how it goes
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How close is the intended range for the trap? Or is it a 'clearing' barrel design? I like it & I'd use 12 ga bean bag rounds to planish it out.
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