Home made Thrawcock

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One for Mr Fenna as I know he likes making rope.

While I was researching how to make Heather rope (traditionally used on the Isle of Lewis where I come from) I came across a number of variations of what I am calling a Thrawcock (there seems to be a variety of names for this tool).

I think I saw John using a hand drill in his rope making - this seems to be the tool before the drill :)
Anyway I had fun making it out of rolled steel and an old broom handle and then using it to create some rope from string.

One day I will crack the Heather technique.20230831_213204.jpg
 
What a fascinating thread. Thank you gents. I have some 8mm round bar and a MAPP torch...plus access to unlimited straw :cool:
 
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Thanks for that, I must have a go with various cordage materials in the wood and do it the 'backwoods' way. I confess, the last time I had a go at this, I cheated and used my cordless drill - good rope but definitely less 'soul' :)
 
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