I bought the n.c. tool 70lb big face anvil new from a local farrier supply store in the spring. Love it so far, it gets only around 16 hours of use a week and still looks new 6 months later. I would definitely recommend this anvil as a first anvil that meets any budget.
My new shop a couple of months ago, it's a bit more carbony now. If you're in the Lexington,Ky area and want to get together sometime hit me up, we need more organization here in Ky.