GrizzlyAdamz12

I don't have a ton of space, so a smaller gas forge would be ideal for me.

Thanks for the kind replies! I'll do a little more research on everything. I've pretty much got everything I need to start besides the forge.

Thanks Buzzkill, I'll look into that. I've got the Backyard Blacksmith book that I have read. Is the $50 Knife Shop book better?

What do you consider proper refractory material? Would like to build one the size of the stainless steel trash can in the video. Just not sure what to insulate it with. Could you point me in the direction to Wayne Coe's instructions?

Great video, I've got a basic knowledge of knife making. Would just like to get an idea of what I could do to make the insulation material a little better on the forge in the video I originally posted. I don't have a ton of garage or driveway space, hence why I would like to build a forge around the size in the video.

I'll just be using it sometimes in the evenings and on the weekends every now and again to "try" and make knives! I'd like something cheap and simple to stick my toes in the water without spending a lot of money.

Hi guys, I'm new to the site. This is my first post. I'm very interested in making my first forge. I've watched a few videos. The one that intrigues me most is this one https://youtu.be/vQN7EqGMTuo. I was told that the refractory material he used for the insulation wasn't very good as the sodium silicates melting point is around 1900 degrees, any ideas on stuff that I should be able to pick up at a local hardware store? There is also a Menards close by so I can go there as well. Any ideas on the burner that he made as well? I can get most of the parts for it, just not sure where he got the adapter from for the blowtorch valve to thread on to the hose that runs in to the 20lb tank. I would like to keep the forge fairly simple and fairly light on the wallet as this will not be a full time gig for me like I'm sure it is for a lot of you guys. Thanks in advanced. GrizzlyAdamz