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Offline NCtrucker87

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Rasp question
« on: September 25, 2011, 03:10:27 am »
Im about to take on my first self bow, getting my tools and materials gathered now. I'm looking for a good raspto use. From what ive read the ones to get are the Nicholson 49 and 50. Heres the issue, Im kinda strapped for cash dont want to spend $70 on 2 files. If I were to only buy one atm, which would you think would be better, the 49 or the 50, or a different raspall together. Thanks alot for any input.
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Offline Pat B

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #1 on: September 25, 2011, 03:27:32 am »
I have a #49 and like it. I believe it is a bit corser than the #50.   If you know a farrier get one of his used rasps. They usually give them away. I think you can buy one for about $15. Also a 4n1 rasp is hard to beat and was one of my first. Buy them almost anywhere.
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Offline Lee Slikkers

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #2 on: September 25, 2011, 03:35:26 am »
I ran into the same $ issue when I jumped in with both feet...I picked up a Shinto Rasp and have never regretted it.  I've used those high dollar rasps and they are fine but I probably do 90% of my bow work with my Shinto and my scrapers.  Good luck~
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Offline Pat B

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #3 on: September 25, 2011, 12:38:03 pm »
Lee, where do you get a Shinto rasp?
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Offline johnston

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #4 on: September 25, 2011, 12:44:17 pm »
PatB is correct as usual. Got an old rasp from my farrier and liked it so well I bought a new one at Tractor Supply for around $24. Have seen China made rasps for $ 10 at my feed store.

You really don't need a whole bunch of tools to make a bow. Draw knife, Stanley Shurform and a coarse file are my main tools. 

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Offline Postman

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #5 on: September 25, 2011, 12:57:39 pm »
I agree with johnston - I'm sure the nicholsons are great, but I'd use that money for something else straight off. You can get by with a cheap 4-in one rasp for awhile. The shurform is a cheap effective wood hog. Just be careful of the grain direction - they can tear out fibers if you get too aggressive. Never used a farrier but looking for one.

Make sure your drawknife is good, tho ;)

Good luck!
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Offline hillbilly61

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #6 on: September 25, 2011, 01:07:55 pm »
When out farrier come to do our horses he brings that he no longer uses. He says they are to dull. I hate to think what he thinks sharp :oAny way He just gives them to me. Maybe find a farrier and ask him.
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Offline Lee Slikkers

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #7 on: September 25, 2011, 01:35:28 pm »
Quote from: Pat B on September 25, 2011, 12:38:03 pm
Lee, where do you get a Shinto rasp?

Hey Pat, Amazon carries them as does JapaneseWoodWorker or Woodcraft.  They are a "flat" rasp but they are quite a bit different and a solid, hard bodied rasp...they don't clog up and they have a coarse side and a fine side.  I know I'd have to relearn bow making if I couldn't use mine.  Good luck and if you purchase one let me know how you like it.
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Offline crooketarrow

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #8 on: September 25, 2011, 03:05:52 pm »
  You can pick yp old rasps at flea markets. If see a nice on I can uselly pick it up for a dollor or 3.
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Offline NCtrucker87

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #9 on: September 25, 2011, 09:13:20 pm »
Thanks for all the info guys, I really appreciate it. I think Im going to just try to get one those stanley shurforms and get by with it for the being. Thanks again!
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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #10 on: September 25, 2011, 09:49:51 pm »
 Pat;

 I've got a new Shinto Rasp I've never used.
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Offline NCtrucker87

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #11 on: September 25, 2011, 11:31:30 pm »
Quote from: mullet on September 25, 2011, 09:49:51 pm
Pat;

 I've got a new Shinto Rasp I've never used.

What size is it and what are you looking to get for it, including shipping. =)
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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #12 on: September 26, 2011, 09:53:08 am »
It's Pat's, now.
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Offline Postman

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #13 on: September 28, 2011, 02:44:27 pm »
I see 9" and 11"  shintos for sale - is the 9" big enough in y'alls opinion?
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Offline NCtrucker87

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Re: Rasp question
« Reply #14 on: October 05, 2011, 12:34:17 am »
I ordered an 11".
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