spade legs

[Delwin D Fandrich]

James,

The first thought that comes to mind is to use a shaper with a straight cutter
-- preferably with a down spiral cut. Make a simple template of the desired
shape. Use square blocks on each end to mount the leg to (so that you can flip
it 90º for each consecutive cut.) You'd have to spend some time building a solid
cutting jig, but once it's done it should give you consistent and accurately cut
legs.

If this isn't clear from my description, get in touch and I can fill in the
blanks.

Regards,

Del

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pianoman wrote:

> Hi All,
> Looking for the directions to fabricate spade type legs for my benches.
> Went to a local woodworking factory here yesterday and showed them a
> picture of one and they said they had no idea, that they would have to
> figure it out if they got such a job.
> Anyone out there who could point me to a book that gives instructions on
> how to cut it out?  Anyone out there that have built some?
> Thanks.
> James Grebe
> R.P.T. of the P.T.G. from St. Louis, MO. USA, Earth
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