I shipped a hammer today after communication problems. The dispatcher sent the bill of lading to a wrong e-mail and had no verification built in, so if it wasn't for the customer's copy that she sent me the hammer wouldn't have shipped. This customer is a good one and has proven herself to be quite resourceful. The truck driver was patiently...
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08 May 2012
Two weeks have passed, a few things have happened, though very little to affect the status quo.
After asking around the Gville family, I found a friend-of-a-friend that apparently not only was a blacksmith, but may very well be willing to let me use/borrow/rent their forge. A few emails later I found that she was still smithing, taught the craft, and thanks...
After asking around the Gville family, I found a friend-of-a-friend that apparently not only was a blacksmith, but may very well be willing to let me use/borrow/rent their forge. A few emails later I found that she was still smithing, taught the craft, and thanks...
Can you identify this item / tool?
Posted by rodneyp in Have you seen this tool before?,
19 April 2012
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l&s, burner, mold, cast iron and 3 more...
l&s, burner, mold, cast iron and 3 more...
Here is a tool that was acquired from a blacksmith shop. The shop had several railroad related items also. This piece has what appears to be L & S I.Co on the handle. It is cast iron and the two half moon pieces are spaced off of the case about 1/8 inch which appears to be for venting purposes, both sides are done the same way. Here is a link to more...
what is it? Furnace or gas forge picked this up at a local auction well made, but requires blower and gas plumbed in
Hey people, im new to this site. But what i was wondering is if any blacksmiths from Vegas are selling old anvils, or if you know anyone who is selling an anvil. finding one for a good price is the only thing holding me back from setting up shop. please contact me if anyone has any info. thanks!
Any ideas? Take a look at the pics and let me know.
The results of my first attempt at a clay temper of L6 steel. The project was mildly successful. First the steel was aquired from concrete saw blades, annealed and the cut into to bars for forge work. The blades were forged to the basic shape including the tapers and the holes punched for the full tang handle. The flatness was obtained thru careful...
New blower is real nice
Posted by don't tread on me in don't tread on me's Blog,
12 August 2011
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The royal western cheif blower I got is real nice I havent used it yet but it puts out a loot of air. Here are some pics of befor and after paint. I got it for free. 
Good Manners Go a Long Way
Posted by stewartthesmith in stewart the smith's Blog,
07 August 2011
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I have been selling tools that I manufacture for the last 34 years. Along the way, I have learned a few things about customer service. These principles that I have learned have helped me to satisfy and retain customers that remain loyal to me after many years of intercourse with them.
First of all, I have the philosophy that when someone purchases...
First of all, I have the philosophy that when someone purchases...
So here I stand, looking over the great precipice that is the world of blacksmithing, metalworking, welding...
This is the start of my journey. Not sure what exactly lit the forge inside me that made me turn down this path, but I know it's going to be an obsession..it's already begun.
I've made contact with some smiths. I've started...
This is the start of my journey. Not sure what exactly lit the forge inside me that made me turn down this path, but I know it's going to be an obsession..it's already begun.
I've made contact with some smiths. I've started...
i need a lil but of help i just bout a splitting chisel at a flea market and i need to know whether or not they need to have an edge or what because this one hase been used as a wood splitting wedge so its pretty beat up and also if anybody knows of any simple plans on how to make a propane forge out of a old freon tank or...
Since, the donation drive, we've been able to deploy extra servers to help handle the load. I Forge Iron now uses multiple servers around the world, or a Content Delivery Network, to host static items like images. This network also means we're on 26 servers closer to you, where ever you are.
Since April 12th, we've reduced the load time of I...
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At the start of May, I will be starting my new job with my Fiancee! It's comission based and we're our own bosses! Scared and Excited. Tired of packing though. Thanks to all who prayed for us to find a job!
Hammer and Anvil 6: the mysterious allure of sharp knives
Posted by TuckGiles in TuckGiles' Blog,
09 March 2011
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http://www.tuckreade...6-sharp-knives/
BALSAM –– It has been some weeks since I updated the blacksmith’s blog, in part because I have gotten wrapped up in the actual craft and have not been as interested in writing about it as doing it. By doing it I mean making a knife from Damascus steel, a process that entails forge-welding...
BALSAM –– It has been some weeks since I updated the blacksmith’s blog, in part because I have gotten wrapped up in the actual craft and have not been as interested in writing about it as doing it. By doing it I mean making a knife from Damascus steel, a process that entails forge-welding...
I made these 14" wing calipers for the auction at the Forging on the River conference at the Metal Museum in Memphis. I spent a couple of years in the shop there, so I'm trying to give a little back. I'm thrilled with how they turned...
MAKS General Contracting Ltd., custom iron shop is looking for blacksmith/locksmith full time position, minim 5 years experience, $20-25 p/h, fax resume 905-461-1504 or call Slavo @ 905-461-9329.
Well last friday was my last day at my job as a construction tutor, wish i could say i was moving into a career in Blacksmithing but unfortunately i'm not. I am going to be in the same type of job but as a vocational technician not a tutor, less responsibilty for about £700 pound less wage and i finish earlier so more time work at my forge.
But i'm...
But i'm...
For the last five or more years I have forged with a variety of simple home built forges and junk blowers, my anvil was a piece of 3" round stock 14" long upended in a hackberry stump!
But this year that changed, early in the year I bought a Royal freestanding hand crank blower; it worked wonders to have a good blower.
Last month I bought an...
But this year that changed, early in the year I bought a Royal freestanding hand crank blower; it worked wonders to have a good blower.
Last month I bought an...
hidden blade got any tips?(that really works)
Posted by SWORDSMAN in SWORDSMAN's Blog,
10 October 2010
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Well im makeing a hidden blade and i need a few tips on the piece that mounts to my arm i think i have the releasing and locking mecanisms figured out i just need some i just need help on i would go about the actual sheath for the blade
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