charliecummings

Thanks Phil. Could be be more specific on the peening process for a rookie like me? Charlie

Heya! I just read your post and have the exact same question and same anvil!! So I'm gonna post a couple pics, trying not to hijack the discussion but maybe the pics will help with the discussion. Charlie

Wow, reading this thread has made it a lot clearer. Thanks Guys. I wonder if anyone has any pics of their rivet forge lined?

Hello all! I received some great advice in the chat channel from some terrific folks last night! As a followup, I'm looking for some instruction / advice. I have a new-to-me rivet forge. It's been suggested that I line the rivet forge it with fire clay in order to protect the forge. After a bit of searching, I've come up short regarding what the lining should look like. Should I line the whole pan evenly, or create a more traditional fire pot shape above the Tuyere? I don't anticipate the forge being mobile, and actually plan top remove the rickety metal legs it came with and place it in a more stable table. Thanks in advance for the advice! Charlie

Hello all! Just wanted to drop in and introduce myself. I'm a 36 year old elementary school teacher who took a blacksmithing class at the Salem Art works, Salem NY last summer and was HOOKED! I've spent the last year scrounging tools and equipment and building a barn for the forge. (Though I sold the idea to my wife as a place to store the garden equipment). I have a nice little coal forge (questions about that to be posted in another place), and old Fisher Anvil that quite literally dropped into my hands, and a few various other essentials. While I've not played with a gas forge yet, the Coal seems to be a very enjoyable method for me so far. As a pretty typical newcomer, I'm big on enthusiasm and short on skills; but, its all about the journey right!?! I'd love to find some other smiths to chat with in the upstate NY, Vermont, and northern Mass areas. Since I'm a teacher, I'm off all summer and happy to road trip! Anyway, hello to all, and I'm looking forward to joining in this amazing online community!! Charlie Cummings