BradC

Thanks for sharing, this is very helpful

I've got a large piece of 1/2" plate metal I'll be using as the base for it, and angle iron for the legs. Still working out the details of the design so any suggestions are welcomed.

I paid $150 for the anvil, which I feel is a pretty good price considering the condition! 

Here's my new to me 236# Fisher anvil (was 250# before the heel was broken). I have no clue how the heel was broke, but it still has good rebound and for the price I paid for it I'm not too worried about it. 

Anyone have any idea what the raised bits on the horn are?

I bought an anvil recently that has a decent coat of rust on it and probably hasn't been used in a bit. It's a 250# Fisher from 1892, I'll make a post with some pictures when I get a chance.

I have been researching finishes and the consensus seems to be light wire brushing and boiled linseed oil coat for the sides. 

My question is if there is any downsides to taking a wire wheel to the sides to remove the rust before putting a linseed coat on? Aesthetically I prefer the cleaner look but I don't want to hurt the anvil in any way.

Thanks!