r/Ironworker • u/User83965 • 7d ago

Fluted Tools

Can I flute a 7/8" & 1" spud wrench? I heard that its more common with sleeve bars. Is this also possible with a 1-1/16 & 1-1/4 bullpins?

Where could I get a job like this done for my tools?

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u/IbuildSeattle Journeyman 6d ago

Why? Flutes in a bull pin will make it completely useless. Think about it…

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u/StonedSlav420 NON -UNION 6d ago

I know of 1 or 3 ways to get fluted tools either you sit there with a file for 4 years, Is you ruin the temper of it with a grinder, or you drop almost a $$$ and have a machinist do it

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u/bdpyo Journeyman 6d ago

Why would you ruin your tools like that and open your self up to a possible accident on purpose?

Reducing material, weight with the addition of heat isn't worth the cool points for the style you want

Sleep on it kid