theLumberSmith

I was thinking more of pieces of forged steel that are welded (forge or other) together. I was thinking 2 pieces: base being one piece and the hammering face with a hardy and pritchel hole & horn all in one piece. I also thought of making the base have a female "X" in it and the other half having a male "X" then welding those two together. As for equipment I am limited right now- I do have 2 decent used anvils, small coal/charcoal forge. Now that you all have helped me think of how involved that would be I am less inclined to do it.

Just wanted to hear other's thoughts on forging your own anvil. I know that would be more of a "pride project" but I am enamored by the prospect of making my own tools. Also, many new blacksmith tools are actually cast and not forged.