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  1. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Actually by the CTW system 1.1.14 would be 154 pounds if my math is correct. If it's off by 30 pounds something is wrong. Pictures of your anvil will help.
  2. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Crisp edges are a determinant to good forging, an anvil with rounded edges help prevent cold shuts. Cold shut — Also known as lap or fold. A defect such as lap that forms whenever metal folds over itself during forging
  3. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    That is about the ugliest knife I have ever seen.
  4. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    A good review. The only thing I see is it could use some adjustable doors (insulated fire brick) front & back to increase the heat and lower the fuel consumption.
  5. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Once the burner is in the forge, you may have to tweak it a little more. But like Mikey said it looks good to me.
  6. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    I think they were sold through Winder Merchant & Steel Sheffield England.
  7. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Or spikes like these took all of ten min. Also setting the anvil in latex calking compound will help hold it down.
  8. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    I too would love to see a thread about your step by step build, of course with a lot of pictures.
  9. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Not to belabor the point, but this is from Lincoln Electric. Maybe overseas the wire is different than here in the states.
  10. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    That's the main thing, it's supposed to be fun then all of a sudden the light bulb comes on.
  11. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    I have repaired several wind chimes like that. We have some that came with monofilament holding the tubes that didn't last very long and we really liked the tone of them. The repairs have lasted for probably 20 years now.
  12. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    They came to fruition in a very nice portfolio. I really like it and can see more uses than just in the blacksmithing world.
  13. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    The only serrated knife I did was quite easy. I sharpened only one edge then filed in the serrations. To resharpen only the serrated points get honed.
  14. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    If it checks out to be wrought iron, you have a really great find. If it were me, I would be looking for more.
  15. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    It doesn't look like galvanized to me. Were you thinking of using it for forging stock or to build a stock rack from it? If for forging, I would cut a short piece off and put it in a vinegar soak to see if the finish that's left comes off. One can never have too much stockand a job that this can be used on may show up.
  16. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Welcome to the "dark side" stick around and we will have you and your boy heating & beating in style. When my only tool was a hammer everything looked like a nail, then I built a forge & procured an anvil. It was off to the races.
  17. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    I'm with anvil on this one.
  18. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Look closely at the front feet under the horn and the side opposite your picture after using a wire brush to knock off the rust. Many times you may be able to see markings like remnants of the maker or weight stamping's. If you post more pictures that may help too. (We love pictures)
  19. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    The glacier in my driveway has finally melted today. We can now get off the mountain, if we had anywhere to go due to Covid.
  20. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    I'll second the 50/50 mix of acetone and Dexron ATF for loosening rusted seized parts.
  21. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    It looks like the base plate is large enough to stand on it while using the vise. That is a plus.
  22. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Same here with the toaster oven being more accurate regarding temperature.
  23. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    That is good looking stand for sure.
  24. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    Welcome aboard Keevin... did you want to trade the Silverado for coal? Just kidding ya, we won't remember your location once leaving this post, hence the suggestion to put it in your profile. The Read This First thread will help you in getting the best out of the forum.
  25. Irondragon Forge ClayWorks
    A good looking #3 Steamfitters vise. This from the internet:
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