Diablowrym

Thanks to all who replied. All the info was helpful.

Like to say "Hi all" I'm in the SCA and am able to use a forge and blacksmithing tools on the third sunday of each month. Really doesn't match my schedule. Can any tell me where in southern cal. I can find some used equipment cheap? I've looked on ebay and other sites, but can't find anything close and shipping cost more than the product. Right now I have no equipment. I'm going to do some casting, but mainly want to do knife/sword making. Any help would be great. Point