The Ironbark Travisher is the first of its kind. Using our same blade release method invented for the Spokeshaves, the blade is easily removed and replaced without difficult alignment and adjustments. No additional tools, fiddly screws, or delicate mallet adjusting is required to set up the blade; just slide it into the dovetailed slot and tighten the thumbscrews. Also, the blade adjustment mechanism offers greater flexibility and configurability than any other travisher before. While the cutting mechanism is familiar to a traditional travisher, the adjustment is much more like a plane where advancing the blade forward allows for a greater depth of cut. Minor adjustments to the depth adjuster is all you need to switch from heavy scorp-like roughing chips to fine gossamer thin shavings unrivalled by any other travisher. The depth adjusters also allow for quick readjustment after grinding the blade so you will never need to use cellophane tape as a packing shim under the blade ever again!
The 4.5inch radius blade is supported by two ergonomic handles that align the forces to flow from the arm to the palm without the unnatural and damaging twisting that is common on other travishers. While most travishers require a grip that forces the hand into ulnar deviation (the wrist pointing outwards from the forearm) and pronation (the palm facing outwards from the body causing the bones in the forearm to cross), the Ironbark travisher allows for a comfortable, ergonomic posture that minimizes any potential fatigue or pronator/inflammatory diseases such as arthritis or carpal tunnel. These fundamental redesigns of a beloved traditional tool are all notable and drastic improvements while also allowing the experienced chairmaker to seamlessly transfer their existing skills and knowledge to our new embodiment.
Unique to our Travisher is the flat blade with a radius edge that is easy to sharpen and maintain. No complex and iterative sharpening methods or equipment needed. The blade can be sharpened, polished, and honed using the bench stones you already have since there is no concave surface requiring specialised slip stones or grinders. Re-grinding can be easily done with a small knife jig or freehand on a bench grinder rest just by following the existing radius. Additionally, the M2 HSS blade will hold its edge longer than standard carbon steel blades, and replacement blades can be ordered to achieve a larger mouth or even with a toothed texture that is unaffected by figured grain and knots.
The 4.5inch radius blade is supported by two ergonomic handles that align the forces to flow from the arm to the palm without the unnatural and damaging twisting that is common on other travishers. While most travishers require a grip that forces the hand into ulnar deviation (the wrist pointing outwards from the forearm) and pronation (the palm facing outwards from the body causing the bones in the forearm to cross), the Ironbark travisher allows for a comfortable, ergonomic posture that minimizes any potential fatigue or pronator/inflammatory diseases such as arthritis or carpal tunnel. These fundamental redesigns of a beloved traditional tool are all notable and drastic improvements while also allowing the experienced chairmaker to seamlessly transfer their existing skills and knowledge to our new embodiment. All materials are brass, stainless steel, M2 HSS steel, and a premium selection of Australian hardwoods, showing our commitment to use only the best materials available.
All materials are brass, stainless steel, M2 HSS steel, and a premium selection of Australian hardwoods, showing our commitment to use only the best materials available.
Sharpening the blade for the Ironbark Toolworks travisher is far easier than any other travisher on the market due to its form-ground blade. Sharpening is as simple as flattening and polishing the back of the blade on a sharpening stone, then refining the bevel on a similar stone or strop. This is no different from sharpening a spokeshave or hand plane as any woodworker should be comfortable with. The bevel of the blade can be reground in the case of damage using standard knife-grinding attachments on powered grinding equipment such as those made by Tormek or Robert Sorby. The bevel can also be freehand ground by a skilled tool grinder.
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