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Yes, it seems to still function properly I just don't want the crack getting any bigger than it already is. I traced it with a black pen to make it a little darker. I tried to pull it out but it didn't seem like it came out.

I know this crack is hard to see but its in front of where my thumb is in the pictures. I'm not sure if its fixable but I hope it is. If you can't tell by the pics just tell me and I'll try to get better ones.

Thank you for the suggestions. I was wondering if you guys thought this anvil is worth the price? eBay: BLACKSMITH ANVIL 110 lbs HARDENED TEMPERED SOLID STEEL (item 110091350761 end time Feb-18-07 20:00:46 PST) Or even this one? eBay: #110 Knife ~ Sword Making BLACKSMITH ANVIL HARD STEEL! (item 160084922676 end time Feb-19-07 11:12:05 PST)

Thank you for your replies. After looking at a few books online, I see that I have to have a gas forge that way I won't upset any of my neighbors. I'm hoping to maybe find a gas forge and an anvil at the flea market. If not, what kind of stores would I be able to find an anvil at?

Hello all, I have always been interested in blacksmithing and now that I can afford to start, I would like to get into it, but I don't even know how to begin. I don't know any places to buy the stuff I would need to start up besides Ebay maybe. Anything anyone could tell me would be greatly appreciated.