Loose mattock head
This Stanley mattock has had a loose head for a few years now. Time to fix it properly.
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No wonder it came loose, it was only secured with a dowel. It should have been wedged in but I guess that’s too much labour these days. Just cut down the middle with a saw.
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Then drive wedges into the groove with a hammer. I was planning to use PVA glue here but forgot.
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Should be solid for a long time.
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