Setting Maul

[widows son]

This Setting Maul is turned from a piece of 100+ yr old Cedar fence post. Engraving was created from a photo of my Past Masters jewel, which is a replica of the jewel worn by Robert Burns in 1785.

Turning for the laser engraver was a bit of challenge. Several trial runs required to get the shape of the maul compatible with the engraver.

The maul was presented as a gift last Saturday. I turn several mauls a year, each one is unique using a native Texas wood and different engraving.

 

[boxerman]

Very well done. What is a setting maul?

 

[widows son]

What is a Setting Maul?

Very well done. What is a setting maul?

A setting maul is a tool used by stone masons to properly position stones. This setting maul is about half the size of a typical maul. The mauls I turn are presented as gifts from my lodge to dignitaries, public officials and in this case a guest speaker.

 

[rizaydog]

That's a very nice piece. Great work.

 

[bitshird]

Exquisite piece of work!

 

[RogerH]

Very beautiful work, and gorgeous wood.