I restored a 70-year-old metal shear! 🛠️ #Restoration #AntiqueTools #DIYProjects #Metalwork #Craftsmanship #ToolRestoration #RebarShear #Upcycle #VintageTools #Engineering | Black Beard Projects

Great example of quality metal shaping from @six_four_stout , showing what’s possible with the right process and the right tools. To gain extra pedal clearance, she fabricated a recessed section for the inner wheel tub, starting with careful mock-ups to lock in wheel position and firewall clearance. From there, the shape was mapped using steel strips and tape, transferred to paper, then cut into sheet metal using a nibbler and bench shear for accuracy. The panel was brought to life using Machine