Axtell Blades

[Windmill Farmer]

I am going to try and post pictures from 3 blades off a 10' Axtell Model C. If you look close you will see a crimp on the following edge of each blade. I have seen that before but only on 10 ft ones. Any one want to hazard a guess why.

I have seen something similar on 6' Wonder B's.

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[Ron Stauffer]

A crimped edge is stronger. Cross breaking, beading & hems are all methods done to sheet metal to increase strength. I will crimp edge an aermotor blade if straightening without removal from a section and it is "flimsy". I use hand crimping pliers with 6" blades.

Ron Stauffer
Montrose CO

[Wayne]

I have an 11 1/2 ft Axtell Model C its blades were also crimped.

[windybob]

Anyone have a set of patterns for an 8 ft Axtell, let me know. Need arms, bands, and sails.

[Windmill Farmer]

I have most of a wheel. Should good measurements help?

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[windybob]

It should. Not in a hurry here. Take your time. Thanks.

[Windmill Farmer]

I have you at Bob, Windy' PO Box 8 .

[windybob]

Sent you a PM

[Windmill Farmer]

Measurement's in the mail. Need a Blade. I could borrow you one.

[windybob]

Probly not. I can wing it maybe. Thanks!