Påmärkning vid virkesberedning - Bastning. Ett hantverksförsök

Abstract

This essay aims to investigate a rare method of marking up timber before hewing it. The method for marking up timber is by eyesight, where visual judgment and the use of a broad axe are the tools employed. The broad axe is driven through the bark and exposes the inner bark in a straight line. The method is described by a craftsperson dating back to the 1930s. There is a lack of information regarding the method. So the intention is to try and shed some light on this forgotten craft. To achieve this, craft trials have been conducted. The original source is discussed, and the results from the craft trials are compared to this source. One key ingredient is lacking, and that shows up as an important result.