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This is just mild steel (all I had available where I worked) albeit it is a Cor-ten weathering steel. So, I don't worry if its left out in the rain! :D More out the production is in the "Show us your anvil" thread.

I like it. I has an elegant look to it. Do you plan to put scales on?? Cant wait to see it finished :)

Hey, nice looking anvil Jamie!! :)

I agree with Bob. Unless it's been re-handled, it should have "Bell System" stamped on the handle. I have a Bell System claw hammer and some other tools such as screwdrivers etc. All have "Bell System" stamped on them somewhere. They were very meticulous in identifying their tools. Guess it's so the.... current owner knows where they came from :rolleyes:

I like it, Curly!! Might have to add that to my "List" as well :D

That's pretty neat, IB. I love miniatures!

That is real nice Garey!

I'm not sure who made the first hinged compound scroll jig but I must give credit to Jr. Strasil aka Irnsrgn for this one.

Not really. You simply make your scroll pattern out of what ever you have on hand. I used 3/4" X 3/16" mild flat stock. After you figure where you could hook or clamp the inside end to start your scroll, you split and hinge it where it will bring the outside turn of the scroll out of the way so your stock can be put in without interference. I actually have to start a bit of the scroll over the anvil before it will fit. I didn't hinge it in the perfect spot or it won't open quite enough but I didn't want to cut it apart again ;) The pivot plate was my idea. Just a steel plate with a bearing on the bottom that pivots on a bolt in my vise.

Well, Now that I see the pic, its ALMOST closed, but you get the idea :D

Buttons were free hand, but I made a special fuller to start hem instead of the edge the anvil and I made a compound jig for the big scroll. Thankfully, these are the only ones I need for this job. Two individual rails. I just have them laid out this way because they looked nice for a picture :)

OK Stan, I'll post a tease soon :)

OK stan, I'll post a tease soon :)

I would like to see the forge!! :D

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Those are very nice, Chuy. A nice change from the ordinary :)

Was there a break-in? or a storm??

I have one just like it only different ;) Mine has 4" jaws but it has a "bullet proof" frame. That vise should serve you well!! :)