Thank you for the reply. I use to think I needed a huge forge, you are correct. However after I built a small forge I saw how much propane they used, and that's when I decided I needed something efficient. I could build 2 forges, a small one and medium sized one, I guess. I was wondering if the design in the link I posted might be good. I want to forge odd shaped things such as rings for example. I'll need something more than just a small blade forge, I need to build it myself too. I would love to talk with someone who has a really good burner design that he would share with me. I also would love to know how small I can safely make the forge openings. I believe much fuel is wasted as the heat rushes out the from of the forge. I know there is a safety concern here but I saw a good thread written by a gentlemen on this forum which seemed to suggest that small openings are better because you don't need to use as much heat that way. I would have asked him questions but I don't think he posts here anymore.
Amen brother, that's what I'm saying. Where's the beef? I want to build a really efficient forge. Not to have the greatest forge around, but because the cost of propane is a big concern of mine. I need super efficiency. A small blade forge will be ok for some things, but I need a more versatile forge as well. I'm looking for a good design to mimic.
Did I accidentally merge our replies? Or is that a default thing that happens? If it was my fault, I'm sorry.