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Redwing made me feel very at ease. As the weather warmed up towards summer, I continued to wear them, but they never made my feet sweat.

Thanks for the suggestions. Just an update, I found a wall-mounted pet gate when I was searching online. The dimensions seem to fit my workplace.

I am planning to build an indoor gate for my dog. I want to keep him off my workplace because. Which is better, the free-standing or the wall-mounted one? 

On June 13, 2017 at 7:38 AM, Scrambler82 said:

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How is the search for a forge going ?

 

No luck at all. I think I need to get a good burner before the forge.

Preferably, I want a gas forge that has open end ports. It would also be best if it has a hinged top as well. I will use it for general blacksmithing.

Guys, I'm planning to buy a propane forge. Do you have any recommendations?

On 6/3/2017 at 9:31 AM, JHCC said:

Another aspect of the repeated folding and forge welding of Japanese steel was that it gave it a more consistent carbon content throughout, rather than with that content varying considerably in different parts of the original bloom. 

I agree. Aside from this, the Japanese sword blades are forged with different profiles and varying amounts of grind. They also use a mixture of clay and water in between heating.

On June 1, 2017 at 0:43 AM, Jay.bro said:

Hello all I have been doing a ton of research. it would appear 5160 is the easiest for me to attain. what are your opinions for forging tools and knives from 5160?

Well, 5160 is a very tough steel but it's very fast to rust.

For general household use, I think a 4- to 5-inch vise is large enough to handle most tasks. This measurement is for the length of the jaws.

On 9/13/2009 at 5:08 AM, downsfish said:

Hey all, i am attempting to harden my homemade anvil right now. I work in steel mill so i put it in the furnace about 30 minutes ago. I'm guessing it weighs about 100 lbs. and I think it's what we in the rebar buisiness call #60 grade steel. Once the temp is right I'll pull it out and throw it in the flume full of running water. My question is what is the right temp?

Did you do the Tempering Temperature around 220 deg Fahrenheit? 

On April 13, 2017 at 11:28 AM, ThomasPowers said:

NEVER TRASH THEM  use them as infill for a shop gate or shop window grill---some creative arc welding and you've got a winner!

Yeah. It can be used for creative some creative stuffs. 

A small veining gouge also helps in outlining the design. 

You're right. Sledgehammers are good anvil substitutes since they are strong enough to forge most things. Or you can go f or a London-pattern anvil.

On May 27, 2017 at 8:11 PM, EnglishDave said:

Still a complete beginner at this but wanted to share a couple of pics of the output so far. Criticism will be taken with a smile, I have only been at this for a week 'for real' so no great expectations at this stage.

Looking nice. I personally like the leaf. The details are so precise. 

Thumbs up for this

On May 29, 2017 at 0:18 AM, Frosty said:

Better than what?

I meant to say that the sledgehammer head can be used as an anvil.

It's better to use a sledgehammer set. 

On May 25, 2017 at 11:26 AM, John in Oly, WA said:

Just bought a T-shirt. It says

"Tool Rules
Do not touch them
Do not ask to borrow them
Do not even look at them."

LOL. I like this. I'll definitely consider this idea. 

On July 16, 2014 at 4:16 PM, Jack-O-Lantern said:

This may seem presumptuous as it is only my second post and the fact that I've only been smithing for 7 months. However, after studying this craft for a year and being in the thick of newbiness I've noticed several things that I feel should be discussed and avoided by my fellow beginners.

Thanks, for this. It's actually very helpful. 

We're planning to set up a blacksmith shop for home use. Do you think it's a feasible idea?

On 5/24/2017 at 10:25 AM, MG-42 said:

I just built a locking hammer rack to keep people away from my hammers

My father did it also, and he hates the neighbor for always wanting to borrow it. 

Hi all,

Just got in here.

My dad used to be a blacksmith, so I also got the interest from him.

I've been doing this for the past 6 years now.

I hope I'll be able to share my experiences with you guys.