Sandhiler

I had not checked the blower on the large forge. It looks like the manufacturer was Canedy Otto Mfg Co from Chicago Heights, IL. Under this was "Western Chief." Thanks, Sandhiler

Just last week I bought a large cast iron forge which the owner thought was at least a 100 years old. I can't figure out posting pictures so I'll describe. It is about 6 feet long and 3 feet wide. There is a kind of resevoir across one end about 8 or 10 inches wide and 8 inches deep. The place where the air comes up through (I believe it is the tuyere) is about 8 or 10 inches round and rusted out. There is a lever you pump which runs a big (maybe 20 inch) cast flywheel which runs about a 12 or 14 inch blower. It is unreal heavy say 350 to 400 pounds. Any idea as to what I have? Also any idea where I can find a new tuyere? I believe I can make a new one but it would be nice to restore the old forge. Thanks, Sandhiler Also any idea where I can find a new

I've played with the forum for some time but never knew enough to even ask questions. I'm pushing 60 and worked with iron and arc welders my whole life. From building windmill towers to trailers and such I've tried it all but was never real good at anything. But did enjoy it. Finally took a class with Uri Hoffi at Tom Clarks and really enjoyed it. Finally got one of my riveter's forges out and began to pound iron. Really enjoy it. Now I need a shop and more stuff. I belong to BAM and have belonged to ABANA. So from SE Missouri Hello.