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Description
A real hand-forged point, ready to weld onto round bar. This railhead is a length of 20mm round steel, 160mm long, with the top hammered by hand into a long, slightly faceted taper of about 75mm. Welded to the top of a 20mm round bar it looks as if the whole bar was drawn to a point in the forge, giving a plain, honest, blacksmith-made finish. Every piece is forged individually, so each one varies a little. The price shown is for one railhead, with a minimum order of 10.
Why choose this railhead
Forged, not cast. The point is hammered from solid bar, with small facets and a dark mottled surface that only hand forging gives. It suits cottages, farms, country estates and Arts and Crafts houses.
Matches 20mm round bar. The 20mm round shank butt welds to a 20mm round picket, so once ground the joint disappears and the bar looks continuous to the tip.
Plain and timeless. No leaves, scrolls or balls: just a long tapered point that will not date and suits both old and new ironwork.
Each one slightly different. Hand forging means small variations in taper and facets, which gives a run of railing a genuine hand-made look.
Where it is used
Cottage and garden railings, estate and field gates, round bar railings on country houses, Arts and Crafts frontages, and repairs to old forged railings.
Specifications
| What you get | One railhead, minimum order 10 |
|---|---|
| Style | Hand forged tapered point |
| Material | Hand forged mild steel |
| Finish | Raw, unpainted |
| Length | 160mm overall |
| Section | 20mm round |
| Point | Faceted taper about 75mm long |
| Weight | About 0.28 kg each |
| Fixing | Butt weld to a 20mm round bar |
Each piece is forged by hand, so length and taper can vary by a few millimetres.
Which bar does it suit?
| Upright on your railing | How the 20mm round end fits |
|---|---|
| 20mm round bar | Flush butt weld, the intended fit |
| 20mm square bar | Square corners stand proud of the round end, grind to blend |
| 16mm round bar | Point overhangs about 2mm each side, grind to blend |
| Tube with a 20mm bore | Drop the shank into the tube and weld round |
How many do you need?
You need one point for every bar that rises above the top rail. Divide the run by your bar spacing and round up.
| Run length | At 110mm centres |
|---|---|
| 1 metre gate | 10 railheads |
| 2 metres of railing | 19 railheads |
| 3 metres of railing | 28 railheads |
| 5 metres of railing | 46 railheads |
Where children use the space, keep the gap between bars small enough that a 100mm sphere cannot pass through, and keep points above face height.
Is this the right railhead?
| You want | Choose |
|---|---|
| A hand forged point for 20mm round bar | This railhead |
| A shorter hand forged point for 16mm round bar | Hand forged railhead 130mm, 16mm round |
| A hand forged point for 20mm square bar | Hand forged railhead 160mm, 20 x 20mm |
| A hand forged point for 16mm square bar | Hand forged railhead 130mm, 16 x 16mm |
| A cast four-sided pike for 20mm square bar | Pike railhead 130mm, 20mm square |
| Every railhead shape and size | All railheads |
Fitting and care
Cut every bar to the same height and square the ends. Stand each point on its bar, check it is in line from two sides, and tack it. Because each point is hand made, set them to a string line across the tips rather than measuring from the bar, then weld out and grind flush.
Degrease, then prime with a zinc-rich or metal primer before painting. Hot-dip galvanising before powder coating gives the longest life outdoors.
Frequently asked questions
Is the price for one railhead?
Yes, it is for one point, with a minimum order of 10. For a larger run, call us for a quantity price.
Is it really hand forged?
Yes. Each point is drawn out by hand, which is why the facets and length vary slightly from piece to piece.
Is it painted?
No. It is raw forged steel and will rust if left bare outdoors, so prime and paint it, or galvanise it, once it is welded on.
Is the point sharp?
It tapers to a narrow point. It discourages climbing, so think about placement near play areas and pavements.
Can I shorten it?
Yes. Cut from the round end to adjust the length before welding.
Ordering and delivery
Order 10 or more online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.
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Minimum order 10 pcs