Thanks Fionnbharr and HWooldridge that's a lot of good info! I know I could "swing" a 3 pounder but can I learn hammer control with it? Nope, I'm going with the 2.2 # Also, I may only be thirty years young, but my arms sure ain't what they used to be.
Just like you said Fionnbharr, I joined the California Blacksmith Association last month and my first "Basic I" class is at the end of this month. I am very excited
Also, not to change th e subject, I'd love to learn Gaelic. What does you user name mean? Fair something.?