Hello,
Brand new Blacksmith (hobbyist) here. I've been watching anvils in my area for quite a while, but found it hard to justify $500-$1000 on a larger and nicer anvil while just starting out.
Found this on CL today shortly after it was posted. Weighs 95 pounds. Cast base with about 3/4" steel on top. Paid $200.
No markings at all that I can tell - unless they've eroded over time. I believe it has a decent ring for a cheap anvil, but not a really beautiful one.
I did notice there's also a mold line in the casting where the two molds met. I'm a bit nervous this is some sort of cheap import. Should there be more of a drop at the table?
All the above said, if it doesn't break it'll probably more than suit my purposes while starting out. Any thoughts on what this 95 pound anvil is? It's wet in the pictures, just pressure washed it.
Thanks!
P.S. I'm thinking of carefully smoothing the top surface (slowly to manage heat) with a grinding wheel and flap disc). It's flat overall but is pitted and dinged. Any reason not to? I don't have access to a large mill unfortunately.
