Ive been reading the forum and gathering info for a few months so its time I introduce myself. Im Rob from Peters Creek Alaska. I work in the aviation field and have been fabricating things since I was a teenager. My first experience forging was in school in England (Father was in the Air Force) in the late 70s. We made center punches and chisles in class using coal forge, hammer, anvil. I still remember the experience after 30+ years so it must of been fun.
Over the winter I have made a gas forge, aquired other tools and have started making a few things. I will try and get some pictures posted. Im very critical of my work when I first finish it as all I can see are the mistakes. After a little time It grows on me and i can appreciate the character of the piece.
The skill and the artistry of the craftsman on this forum is great, from the purely functional pieces to the artistic pieces. Excellent work all and I look foward to learning and hopefully I can have some useful input as well.