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Robert, I found out about Bandy Blacksmith digging through IFI. I thought the instruction was great there. Wed nights from 5-10, five students max per class so plenty of one on one time. The Wheelwright and Blacksmith shops are also together. I wish I took the wheelwright classes but it never happened. I did not get to see the Vista one.

I was in San Diego 8 years ago when I learned T.P.A.A.A.T. Found two Hay Buddens, a complete Champion 400, big ole Buffalo Climax forge blower needed to soak and scrub but she finally turned. Most quality blacksmith stuff didn't really last long from what I remember. Didn't find any leg vises or small hand crank blowers locally. I would have bought a stake anvil or swage blocks. Anything in your picture should sell just fine. I took classes at Bandy Blacksmith in Escondido, you can contact them and see if someone wants something.

Thanks for all the help. Not many anvils out here and I didn't need another, BUT in the CL ad it just 'looked' like a Hay Budden style. The guy selling it just said it was his Dad's and didn't know much about it. The 9 on the waist seems smaller than a normal HB mark, but it could be for the 190 lbs. I dusted the whole thing and found maybe a 5 on the foot and that's it. Kevin thanks for the pictures, do you have a shot of the other side? They sure do look alike

No, nothing visible on the body, under the horn next to handling hole, or on the heel. The only possible number is on the left foot. The serial number could be _ _ _ _ 5 or _ _ _ 5_

Hey all, long time no post. A few years ago I bartered some stuff an anvil owner wanted on CL. There are no letters or numbers in the usual places on the anvil. There are three handling holes. It weighs 190 and rebound was 60% before wire brushing and maybe 80% after a quick clean. On both sides high on the waist there are some odd rows of lines that match with the crack/seam under the heel and horn. It rings so bad I dropped an eraser on it and it sang. Anyways, just curious if the bottom would be considered an hourglass indentation? I have two older Hay Buddens with top plates that are clearly marked on the body, so I guess I am hoping this might be another HB. Any help is appreciated, and thanks!

Heard about Kroil from this site so I decided to try some and came across this online. Figure i'd pass it on, seems like a decent price... Kroil Offer

I took beginner blacksmith courses at the Bandy shop in Escondido and that's what they let us use. They ring loud and can take a beating that's for sure.

Do you have any more pictures of the stand? Thanks

I know I had a heck of a time finding blacksmith courses or info in San Diego. Bandy Blacksmith Shop is located in Escondido, San Diego at Grape Day Park. Luckily I joined IFI when I did, a member posted just enough search info I was able to enroll in time for I think the only Wednesday night classes they held, 10 weeks from 5-10pm. To me that was the perfect time, but the instructor held a job that started at 0500 daily, so volunteering to instruct from 5-10pm took a toll on his Thursday mornings. I believe he still does the Saturday classes. http://www.escondidohistory.org/history_center_007.htm The other one is located somewhere in Vista http://www.cbavista.com/ Also, the only two Blacksmiths I know of in my area http://www.brownemetal.com/ Somewhere in Old Town there's a Blacksmith shop. Hope this helps...

You could get in contact with David Browne, he has a Nimba in his shop and he's not too far if you wanted to see one in person...

That anvil was more than likely an older style Hay Budden, I might have been the guy that called before you. I was told by the wife I have first chance because I responded first, so I could take my time and go when I could. The wife was at home but the anvil was at the other house where the husband is working. I have two lil guys in diapers so it takes awhile to load them up. By the time I loaded them up, I was so excited I forgot to get the cash. I went back got the cash, then made a few more wrong turns and all that. By the time I got there, the husband had his hands up and shaking his head which means it was gone. Apparently now the story is somebody came by a couple days ago to look at it. He left it to do research on it. I was on the phone with the wife less than an hour ago, and by the time I get there this mystery guy comes back and the husband sells it to that guy knowing i'm already on my way. A 170lb HB for 300 is a rarity out here, so congrats to the new owner but wish he would have said something the day before. Had I known this would be a race I would have declined the day before, and maybe you could have gotten there before the other guy. Oh well, I took this as I have priorities to take care of first. Anyways, if you're not far from Murphy Canyon I have some railroad rail you can borrow and a couple pieces of Grand Waggoneer leaf springs you can have. Dave

Are you still in the Mission Gorge area? I don't wanna bug you guys when I know you're busy and all, but when is a good time to visit your shop? I've been wanting to come check out all your toys. I live up the hill in Murphy Canyon, not a whole lot of forging and banging goin on around here...

Picture 2 - try to get a photo of both sides, could be more info on the other side Picture 4 - check the front foot for numbers or letters across the front Take a picture of the bottom of the anvil, some of these guys could tell you just from that. If it's welded to the base then nevermind... Dave

US Navy 94-04, USS Blue Ridge(LCC-19) Yokosuka, Diego Garcia, Roosevelt Roads, China Lake. Electronics Tech wishing I went Machinist's Mate, oh well...

Welcome back Frosty!

Howzit from another islander! Born and raised on the Leeward side, grad Mililani 89, left in 94 and been trying to get back ever since... You could get in touch with Farmer Phil if he's still on O'ahu. Very nice work on the tongs, still working on my first set I started when I took basic courses. Dave

Would something else be better or can I just use the fire clay and sand?

I'm in no hurry, thanks for the info Bob.

If I have ten pounds of fireclay, do I use the same amount of sand? I also have about five pounds of crushed clay pots to add, do I need more?? Thanks, Dave

Have some similar questions about a Buffalo forge and blower. The only info I could find was an old unreadable ebay ad that calls it an agricultural forge. Here are the questions: I haven't started cleaning it yet, but assuming the forge is cast iron will I be able to bandage the broken pan together with flux core wire? That is all I have available. The plan was to nut and bolt it back together with angle iron, weld the pan, and line it. More than likely it will be left outside hopefully covered and used maybe a few times a month. I'm not able to soak the blower in diesel where i'm located, what would be the next best thing? Can I use vinegar in a plastic tub with similar results? It does turn back and forth, but it rubs the cover and there's a bunch of crap in there. It's hard to tell, but any ideas on what the tools were for? Any help is appreciated... Thanks, Dave

Another vote for wanting to see pics of your anvils also... Thanks, Dave

You could ask Nate http://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/f22/lets-do-something-about-hf-aso-6851/