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I think it could be real nice . I can upgrade as I go. I will probably go with KMG motor
The Coote would be less $$ But it still needs lots of options -pulleys etc and it is 2 wheel .

I guess by the lack of response not many are using this set up.

I've found what may be a comprimise of sorts ... KMG 8 with 1 1/2 hp motor using 3 spd set up .

it seems to give me a Quality core unit ,decent power plant and can have some control of speeds.
Not bad and should be under $ 1500 plus shipping

Sorry I was refering to baldor motor vs leeson motor

I 'm thinking of this as a solution . Upgrade from Grizzly?
Less $$ than KMG and other high end machines

How do you like the product ?
How is best way to set up ,wheel size and motor selection.

didn't realize way too many motor options

Baldor vs Leeson ? or other choices
Thanks

Thanks, I did see these looks like good value .. I guess it's about 1/2 price of KMG

Don did you have a link ?? not sure what you're referring to

Good advice 556mp .. I'll try some things with what I have .. But I have to say those KMG look like precision tanks .

Tim I'll be in touch I'm in the middle of moving my business from NYC to Massapequa Talk about stressss!

Thanks .. appreciate info. I looked at the KMG seems well made . I'm sure the xtra's will add up bigtime

Used would be fine Surprised there isn't a buy-sell on this forum

KMG , is good but big $$

Got emailed back ...Honest answers ..I'm leaning towards 2 burner knife but the ecomomy is priced so well .

He's going to be away a few days .. gives me a few days to decide

Thanks for replies

Looked at a few 2 X 72 belt grinders and it seems like sky is the limit !

I'm new to this and not going to buy a top of the line machine and I'm not going to build one [not knowing what I really need yet]

So I looked at things like Grizzly [i have their bandsaw and drill press -good for me] but read some not so flattering reviews .

The price is good but I could go to about $ 1000. for peace of mind and confidence in unit ,

right now I have a standard belt grinder -old craftsman 4 x 36 with wheel on side plus a small 1x30 ryobi sander wheel on side [removeable wheel ]

Should I start with these ?? also have a delta 6" grinder .. grinder can be buffer or cut off I guess .

I read the $ 50 knife book ,good read a bit confusing [for me] . He is quite creative and did a lot with little . I don't have his ingenuity or time to do builds .

Looking for some good solid basics to get started .I will keep reading sticky -new builder-it's GOOD.
Thanks

I'll probably pick it up this week .. seller is in no hurry said not to worry it's not going anywhere.

meanwhile I'm figuring out what type of stand to make . Also need forge -going to start with gas and then lay out area in garage .

Thanks I'll look for it , I'm not having much luck with the search feature

2 burner makes sense ... I'll go over the specs I think the knofe makers have better insulation material / easy to change.
Any issues running one burner on a 2 burner forge . I thought I read something about a chimney effect ...not good to do ??

I've tried contacting thru email and phone last week no answer.

Maybe they are vacationing ?

I'm trying to decide which size to go with economy one or 2 burner

or Knife maker 1 or 2 burner .. I'm starting out and would like to make some tools and knives .

It would be nice to eventually forge Damascus blades

I'm going to need a base for my 138 #

saw some different base's built up 2x12's or framed box types

I'm going to use in my garage looking preserve concrete floor best as I can

any plans /ideas welcome its a small area so I need to incorporate tool holders as well.

not going to do stump - insect issues may arise

Thanks for advice I did get to tap face /hammer had nice ring no dead spots .

I will check it out better in daylight .. The owner is very pleasant even loaned me anvils in america -book

It was dark when I went by ,carried it onto porch to look at it .

I was bidding on a 70 # Hay-Budd on ebay my max was $ 210 and not happy about $3 /lb .
Lost the bid and felt like I let one get away ...Then I got realistic it was too $$ for too little .

Same day -today I called a fellow that I had bought a small bench anvil from on the chance he knew who might have a larger anvil .

He says he knows someone with a few .. I asked who ? Answer. he said ME!

This fellow lives a few blocks from me [after looking all over craigs list & ebay...it's in my back yard ] I go over and there she is PETER WRIGHT plainly marked .
To my novice eye this anvil looks in pretty good condition !

It weighed 138# on a scale ,his price was $ 280 .. just about $2 / lb . Now I know lots of you have paid $ 1 /lb or a bit more but I think I need to take him up on it .

Had a nice ring to it ,table was in nice shape ,no problews that I could see .

Question ? Should I look for something specific,any known trouble spots etc.
Thanks I

Thanks --edited .. workshop would be outstanding !

I've got reasonable skills ..do woodworking and make lures on a lathe .. .. I'm probably going make the paint can version ..too cool not to try it
I guess I was looking to see if someone had a strong opinion favoring the factory made forges

I'm a bit torn on this . I've seen a few DIY can forges & brick forges . I think one in particular [Paint can] Looks easy enough and seems to work well .Pretty cool making your own things

The you tube was well done .And it would be good for me to start small -shop size limits and time constraints

But on the other hand I've looked into some commercially made units .
They are well made but not sure how much better they willl work ...Chili-Tobasco & NCforge baby or mama . They would be reassuring to use as they are proven and have waranties and spare parts etc .
Help feel free to chime in .. I know there are many who faced the same dilemna

Yes money is an issue but so is saftey & sanity

Thanks for the feedback . Funny I was favoring a Hay -Budden just because of the Brooklyn heritage .

Timothy Thanks for the invite . I think that would be great ,love to see a working shop .

Hi I'm new here and just starting out [so please take it easy on me]

I've been seeing some makers like peter wright , Hay -budden , Fisher & Norris, Kohlswa ,trenton ,Emerson.... etc... Have commanded higher prices .

Is one maker supperior to others ? How would they rank in order of worth?

Also since I'm just starting would ther be a "good value" maker to look for

I'm in N.Y [Long Island] and I'm sure there must be some good resources witin a 100 mile radius

Thanks for any help