2ndChanceCowboy

Welcome Nate n late one for you Marcy,,, Search the site before asking, my 1st lesson even though I knew better at my age. Good people here, read n read n take notes. Later,,,Ty

That is too cool n then some. Excellent job mate, one of the best junk art pieces I've ever seen. Amazing the talent so many have out there today. Thanks for sharing,,, Ty

Hey Dutch looks like you're doing fine as you have shown. I'd take the advice for getting with a few smiths that way. Enjoyed the pictures thanks. I once knew a guy named Dutch. Yes know the chances are about as good as winning the lottery too. You aren't a brother rag'nar by chance are ya? Smile. If so, you'll know who I am real quick I'd say. Anyhow, chances are very slim,,, Wish I had a axle like sjs stated in above post. My 1st forge as a kid was a coffee can with cement n a old rainbow vacuum. Was really good for starting fires too when windy. Those were the days for sure,,, Always say, we only limit ourselves most times. The best one I ever witness in person was some indigs in Argentina whom used wood in a hollowed rock. An bike parts for blower n drive. Yet you're way ahead of those guys.

Hmmn, I think tradin a wife for a girlfriend is in order so I can get some ocp tongs.lol Nice girl, ya might take notice brother,,, Got a long johns bottoms, gun cleaning kit to add to the other 12 mixed misfits thanks to my kids n friends. Hey, I just about died, my dentist wrote me check for 400 bucks. As I just had 6k uppers dentures with posts n ma washed em in my sweats n fell out n broke 2 teeth. Told em what happened. Next morin, his wife said I was a rare guy. As most everyone lies n says they broke just eating a sandwich. Leavin him the costs,,, So I guess telling the truth still works in America. Now if we can cut the head off the snake. As that's what my intelligence yrs always ROEs.

Wow, awesome work sir,,, Thanks for sharing very much. I seem to remember my granny had one many moons ago now. An now I am that grandfolk age too.lol.

Ironman, well stated sir. A few beers also helped back then.lol Yet never kissed my anvil hoping for a sexy girl. Although hindsight being what it is, wished I had now. Laughin Just know by experience n many years of grey hairs. Wishing for that sweet Angel of a lady. Could now be seen as tryin to entise a Langley sponsored water boarding baptism of a feral cat,,, Just tryin to bring some added humor to this topic. Smile. Enjoy you guys allot,,, Ty

Interesting topic fellow smiths. Think everyone has their own very independent viewpoint an assumptions. Leaving no one thought nor opinion incorrect to another. I would definitely lean towards Jim Cokes previous post. Which I am in total agreement with such,,, Very wise n skillful smith indeed. When ask of such some 30 years ago. Such habit or "Why Factor" as I tend to say. Even eluded somewhat, as even I wondered some too? I would say with every tap or missed hit with my hammer. The price of horse being shod amplified it's ending price charged. With a slight grin,,, Most just smiled an laughed or followed with a disponible grin. Yet a few actually became quite hostile an noticeably annoyed as if I should recant to such charge or statement. With myself lookin up, saying I'm joking. Smile Everyone shares different views or thought processes with ones expression an habits. Good or bad, it's what defines us individually. Enjoy your time smithing together folks. For to cast stones onto another smiths traits at our anvils or smithy. Isn't going to bringforth friendship nor sharing ones skills. Something I've never shared,,, An some may even think somewhat strange, perhaps even being comical in a sense. Grin. I'd find myself doing at times. Most certainly will in the near future 2015. I'd be forging late into the night with my pups chewin on hoof trimmings. I'd turn most lights off, put in my most favorite tunes quite loudly. With the glow of the forge n iron transformed with my hits n taps an tunes. Whitney or even Bach, depending on my mood or lifes struggles at the time,,, Very often would be followed with some of the best forgings I'd ever done personally. A hiddened secret till now. A lady friend once secretly watched one night. Took her years to tell me also. All good. Commented how my tunes seemed to recognized my blows of the hammer. Inturn would follow with a predestination of the music with my forgings. As if they'd took on a life of their own. An before sayin Ty, think you been kicked in the head one to many times. Point I am tryin to make is. No two smiths are alike in this world. Be whom you are an at peace, cheerish those indifferences from one to another,,, So hit or tap away into the night I say, Smile. Ty Try it some night in your smithy, you may find a demensional smith you weren't aware of. With Gods help, I'd like to once again find that window n goofy guy again,,, Guess we'll see what comes forth from the forge someday soon,,,

DSW, thanks very much. I am going to give serious thought to your information you stated. Sounds like you really looked into it. Really appreciate the time you took to tell me all that too. Too bad that deal didn't pan out for ya. Yet, that's always a gamble an most buy the best bser out there today. You wouldn't happen to have his number by chance? Jim guy. When I say 3/4", that be a rarity. Most would be much lighter materials being used. Speed of production for myself is a nip slow anyhow. Yet anything a guy can do to save time n money is good stuff. One dealer has a lease to buy with optional to trade tables if need arises. Although that all takes money too. You guys have gave me some good questions an ideas. Thanks very much. I am thinking it'll be very tough to recoup the funds paid out for a cnc system n other equipment too. Age n physical state will be a factor to how well I do. Doing good work isn't a problem, yet turning a profit may be veryyy challenging? As there's a ton of folks out there up n running with a proven track run with knowledgeable staff to boot. Always a big chance for us little guys out there today. Going to take all your advice an look into area much more throughly. Maybe all this is to much of a pipe dream? Surprised there wasn't further thoughts on all this? Yet very much appreciate the amount I received too. Best dig in an research more ideas an opportunities perhaps. If you guys have any further thoughts, please do say hey. I really am listening an taking it all in. Thanks, Ty

Thanks nsa, like to hear more an see pictures too of new set up. Always game for new ideas n tools. Thanks

Thanks for the input Josh. Product liability didn't enter my thought process honestly. Wow, guess I need to rethink some things in regards to all this? Very good points,,, Electrical was well thought out here in the woods. Have 1 main 100amp feed to a second 100amp box with emergency shutdown or lockout needs located at hammer n forge location centralized. Lack equipment just yet. Ran the largest electrical wiring for single phase anyones seen outside a commercial or military fobs. Currently have 6 220/240 outlets however that goes. One rated to run 15hp 75amps all day long. An spin the meter too.lol One throw, n all working bench, hammer, air compressor an overhead work area outlets are dead or locked out against accidental engagement, which happens. Shared a story of my dog Jake in past post. Realize it may be considered overkill perhaps. Yet accidents do certainly happens unfortunately. No potential customers yet. Strike One. No business plan otherthan what God shared with me. Strike 2. No invoice for custom parts. Yet not operating yet either. Strike 3. Marketing plan, by the seat of my pants. Strike 4.lol Interesting points, appreciate the wisdom an intent Josh. No matter how I too run thru all the unknowns. I think odds will be stacked against me. Now I am asking myself that too? Yet have a very strong Spirit, an failure has never been a good option in my life. Although have failed before, yet beat the odds. Determination an will to fight an advance n overcome any adversary n circumstances. Yep. But I know also my age n physical injuries n marbles aren't always a Go,,, Regardless of a guys will, I still have many bad days n nights. Wow, some very good points Josh. I hate ya by the way now. Laughing.Smile An this is my largest endeavor taken granted. Yet, no one out there will hired a guy with spinal injuries or doesn't play kindergarten games well. So what options do I have? Hmmmn, I got it,,, I'll reenter the USA southern border illegally which is legal really. N the benefits they hand out are awesome. Don't even have to work? Oh yeah babygirl n free meals, phones, college, social security for life. Grants to all that follow, free complimentary bag of weed from the waste house. sign me up dude,,,lol Just some starcasm n joke there. Really good points Josh. I know I am taking on a big load n chance here. Just don't trust the manipulation of the markets an have since baled out. Maybe I should talk to someone much wiser than myself? I'll send a pm later. Thanks for the advive an questions very much. Ty

Hey guy n any girls lurking out there too. Am giving serious thought to a cnc plasma system. As I am seeking to work smarter vs harder as with bending over cutting numerous items multiple times a day perhaps. For much of my work day will need to be done sitting unfortunately. Not how I like it, yet that's lifes deal today. I know there's a 100 manufacturers an types out there today. Yet am looking for longevity an ease of use. As my ole back n thought process remains substantially limited. I just can't do it for very long these days. If anyone has any real world use an applications you'd advise. I'd be most grateful n appreciated to boot. I'd like to be able to cover a wide use platform. Able to cut perhaps 3/4 inch plate, yet would be more apt to use from 1/16 to 3/8" on a regular basis I'd think. I'd like to get into custom gates an plate security reinforcement cutouts for home n business use. A hebo machine has been calling me out at night in my dreams.lol I saw a bit here on IFI back in 2012, yet didn't reveal any thoughts nor input given. Have a substantial sized smithy, soon to be live n dangerous.lol. So equipment size isn't much of a issue as is the capacity n abilities of cnc system. I have of course been called by several in the industry of cnc sales. An of course theirs are the absolute best. I am wanting the most bang for my buck, capability to broaden my service work offered. Will I regret a smaller 4ft x 4ft table, or bite the bullet n go 5ft x 10ft. Would like to import options to where I could expand into plastic, wood, engraving ect. Anyhow, that's asking allot I realize. Although I know there's a ton of very knowledgeable folks here. Thanks ahead of time brothers,,, Ty

Your pops is a very wise man it sounds like Charles. As panic never solves anything other than feeds others anxiety an fears. He took on being your pops cuz he loves you all. When ever one brings forth a prayer request. Jesus acknowledges such calls for healing. An I truly believe his hands are placed upon those whom prayers are requesting such healings. After a brief prayer this morning. As being the birth of Christ. I think your pops will be just fine, as the power of prayer is our Hope. As well as a window into our Souls,,, With Prayers, Ty

Wow Victur, awesome piece you made there. You don't seem to need any teaching. Very well done sir, wish I'd thought of that myself. What a absolute awesome gift for the recipient. Merry Xmas

Hey Iceman, I followed your page tonite n you n I would be dangerous if field together in a military operation.laughing You definitely cracked me up to the point of tears. An thanks for such cuz tonight was one of nights I no longer look forward too. That's a awesome idea with your smithy bro,,, The bench seems somewhat low or maybe you're a midget or sit while at the bench. Tryin to be funny there, smile. As I think you'd have me beat being long winded. An I have such a reputable trait myself n honestly didn't think anyone else could hold a candle to me.laugh Although enjoyed your words an pictures very much. Please add more too. I wish I'd gotten a shipping container myself. As I'd be 150k richer n be forging right now. Yet perilous event as it may be, I can only wish for such now. Hired the slowest an most disorganized builder on planet earth. With 2 speeds stop n reverse. Yet cashes checks before the ink dries. Anyhow, too bad you are so far away. Think I'd enjoy forging with ya. Keep the pictures an progression of smithy coming. I envy you're already forging n I am stuck waiting unfortunately. I would like to ask though? How do you keep the noise level relatively sane while hammering inside such an area? Merry Xmas my friend, hope santa stopped bye your place tonite. Later, Ty

Wow, that's really awesome. Love the attention to details n very gifted. Frosty just has to worry about those steel eating termites up there.smile. Hard to believe how many skilled smiths there are out there today. Really enjoy the pictures guys.