Well i began blacksmithing some 15yrs ago after loosing my best friend and master blacksmith while we were fishing , it seemed to me such a natural thing to do, to try to continue an art that here in Jersey u.k is a dying trade . I have my limitations and the business is turning over it,s sharing with you blacksmiths that helps me to continue as i can,t ask those question,s to big Steve but i am so close to him every time i light the forge and put hammer to anvil. Thankyou for a great question and a very HAPPY CHRISTMAS to all of you great people. BARRY