lead

[cjsamp86]

hi guys does any one know of a tool to shave lead pipe to fit lead locks im fed up with fileing them down for ages???? any ideas welcome thanks

 

[billybongo]

Going back we used to use shavehooks , basically triangle shaped paint scrapers or even the normal shape as long as they have a good edge .. mark

 

[johnmcginty]

Shave Hook

 

[macplumb]

You want a plumbers shave hook the a lot sharper than painters triangle ones. Or shape one on a grinder.

 

[justlead1]

Hi. We often use what i know as Surform. Not for the application you describe but similar. Keep an eye out at car boot sales. A serrated blade in a plastic handle.

 

[ecowarm]

Rasp.....

 

[JJayMan]

If you are working with lead you may find these tools useful

Monument

 

[cjsamp86]

cheers guys think im gonna give them all a go

 

[oldplumber]

buy the correct size lead lock, 5/6/7lb, makes life easier

 

[stevetheplumber]

actually the plumbers shavehook was heart shaped the semi circular edge fitted the pipe

hi guys does any one know of a tool to shave lead pipe to fit lead locks im fed up with fileing them down for ages???? any ideas welcome thanks

proper plumbers shave hook like this Google Image Result for http://woodzone.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/combo-shavehook.jpg

 

[REDSAW]

try a hole saw for roughing off.