Fochops
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Ok, I'll give it a shot. I'm working with a coal forge so it should be a steep learning curve. I'll be getting a propane forge in January. It's sacrificial steel anyway but I know O1 makes great knives as I've used it with stock removal.
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Thanks Thomas. Noted... when you say "rest" you mean don't leave it there any longer than its being struck right?
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I was given a 0.5x1x14" piece of O1 to play with. Up til now I have only used leaf spring steel (with good results). Any pointers before I start swinging? Thanks guys! Btw I'm using a 3lb cross peen hammer on a 195lb anvil.
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Would you recommend this anvil?
Fochops replied to Fochops's topic in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels
Well, I went ahead and took the chance and bought it. This thing sucked to transport! Haha but I'll be posting my progression in knifesmithing. Thanks to all for your insight! -
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Fochops replied to Fochops's topic in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels
Thanks frosty! -
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Fochops replied to Fochops's topic in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels
Wow! That's a great find! Maybe I should just grab this thing and start working steel then. $2.50 a pound isn't too bad. Worst case scenario I get it repaired. -
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Fochops replied to Fochops's topic in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels
It's not a linear crack it's more like a wave going through the corner. I'm all about it if it's serviceable, I guess either way it's a great starter anvil. The rebound and weight is what's got me semi sold on it. Thank you for your insight btw! -
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Fochops replied to Fochops's topic in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels
It's still available to me. I also noticed a crack in the waist of the anvil (look close at 3rd picture back of the waist half way up) can't tell how deep it is. Is this of concern? -
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Fochops replied to Fochops's topic in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels
Thanks my friend! I'm working on updating my profile. I'm in Peoria, AZ. Anyway, I think I'm going to pass on it. It rang on all spots hit but kind of a muffled ring. Not sure if it's normal for that anvil or not and $500 is a lot of scratch to be unsure about something. I think I'll save a little more and go with the 110lb Kanca, found one shipped to my doorstep for $709. Or the 100lb TFS for $579 shipped. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated! -
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Fochops replied to Fochops's topic in Anvils, Swage Blocks, and Mandrels
I will, we did take a ball bearing to the entire face and it had great rebound dropped from around 18", around 85-90%. I need to hammer test it and listen for buzzing. I couldn't find any real gaps around the face seam. -
Hey all! Brand new here and new to blacksmithing as well. I have been making knives using the stock removal method for a while now but I have the itch to start hammering them out. I have a line on a 195lb anvil for $500. It's believed to be late 1800's to early 1900's, unknown maker. The face seems pretty flat in person. It has around 85-90% rebound still on the entire face. Attached are some pictures. I know there's a lot to look for but it seems "ok" for the price... The other option is to buy a 110lb Kanca but I'll need to save more money to get one. Thoughts? Thanks in advance for any help!