Horseshoe Hinges, Hand Forged hand_made Each handle is hand turned

Each handle is hand turned out of ash

I forge these out of 3/8 square copper

or need specific dimensions please let me know

let me know

I shape the socket by drawing out the steel in a fan shape and then rolling it over and forge welding it together

Horseshoe Hinges, Hand Forged hand_made Each handle is hand turnedI got the idea to make these horseshoe hinges while visiting some historic early 1800s log cabins in the Great Smokey Mountains of North Carolina. They had these on the doors of the homes and their log out buildings. These hinges I forged out of old horseshoes. They are very strong and will last a long time. I suggest lubricating the action of the hinges with some lard like the old timers would have. Whether you're a horse lover, want some period