Finnr
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As an additive along with the soap. Finnr
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Borax is mined not made. It is a natural occurring chemical. It is also very cheap. I use it as flux and also use it in my laundry. Here it is sold as 20 Mule Team Borax in the laundry isles of groceries. You can also get it from about supplier of chemicals. Finnr
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Well kind of depends on what fertilizer you are looking at dung sure won't do it. And most of the others I am familiar with would be real unhealthy. Finnr
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Smear it full of plain river clay if you think you need something. This forge was used for five years with no coating of any kind. It is made from the center of a farm wagon wheel. Finnr
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Here you go Jeff. A video on making steel bamboo. YouTube - Making Steel Bamboo Finnr
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For slathering on linseed oil I use paper towels and then chuck them in the forge. I've heard of too many wood shops that were not there the next morning due to spontaneous Combustion. Finnr
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Very good Frosty! You took the words outa my mouth! Finnr
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Howdy Neighbor from Wisconsin. Glad to have you on board. Finnr
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Just shows I don't watch TV. Whozzat? Finnr
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FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Books! Internet Archive Search: blacksmithing Finnr
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New cast rivet forges came with "Clay before using" cast into the pan. A fairly thin layer is all you need. Fuel is going to make more difference than adding stuff to the forge lining. Finnr
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Go here, download a bunch of books and read. Internet Archive Search: forge work Finnr
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Borax. 20 Mule Team Borax. In the laundry Isle of a grocery. You use it to wash clothes as well. Finnr
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Have you made a weld yet with your setup? That should tell you if you can get enough heat. Finnr
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Appalachian Power hammer build...
Finnr replied to unkle spike's topic in Power Hammers, Treadle Hammers, Olivers
Looks great Jeff!! Can't wait to hear how it works. Finnr -
My forge is about the same height as my anvil. That way I am not lifting apiece up to start hitting it. Seems that many old forges were built about this high. Finnr
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Go to the getting started link off the main page and you will have an excellent way to get yourself going. Finnr
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The forges are available here as well in the States. I found the forge and blower on the Blacksmith Supply LLC site. Finnr
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I have used a ground forge in the past. Past is the operative word here. If I were to try now I would end up in ER because my back wouldn't let me stand back up. LOL!! All foolishness aside they work ! Finnr
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Welcome to the site. Enjoy your stay here. Finnr
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My best student is a little gal about five foot nothing. She has no trouble. Go for it! Finnr
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If you click on user CP and let us know where you are it will be a whole lot easier to know if someone is nearby that can help you out. Finnr
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Hi Jerry Come on in . Pull up a stump and get comfy. There is a huge amount of information here to absorb. Finnr
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Looks like a fun project. I have done both Norse welded socket spears and Anglo Saxon split sockets. It isn't the easiest job. Looks like you are getting excellent results. Finnr