Stephen Norris

I'm glad that I sparked(no pun) such a interesting discussion. And thanks again Wayne for all the info:D. You must have a great cavern of source books. Cheers again

Wayne
My peroid is 1490's up to 1605 ish. So round the 1550 is slap in the middle and spot on. I take part in living history event call Kentwell each summer and thus forge mainly for this peroid but have been asked more recently about taking part in demos. Any info is much appreciated.

Brilliant images Wayne. I would be very interested in the sketch on the knifegrinder set up. Cheers matey

Firstly hello to all. I've been smithing for 5 years, still learning and based in the london area in England.
I'm searching for info. on 15-16th century mobile forges. I've come across two types- a wooden board with a sand boxed in for the hearth with twin seasaw bellows and a back blower hearth with a twin action bellows mounted underneath. Does any one have any prints/images/ etching of heath of this period.

Many Thanks,
Stephen