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  1. guloguloguy
    I have decided to drastically scale down my interest in "blacksmithing related metalwork.
    Would you PLEASE post this list, so that others may see it?
     
    I hope that there are some younger members who are eager to get some of these items, and put them to good use.
    MUCH APPRECIATED!!! [CA$H ONLY! ,... please: No checks, etc.)
     
    Here's my "Tools For Sale" list: 
    I can take photos, and send them to anyone desiring to see more of any particular items. 
    I'll try to answer any questions, and hope that buyers can come and pick up their items of interest, soon, 
    as we enter cooler weather, and they can show up and load their own trucks.
    Most of these things would be difficult to pack up, and ship to anyone at any great distance. I live just North of Rockford, IL)
    interested persons can Contact me, initially, thru my email at:  guysmith99@hotmail.com
    Just mention the "Tools for Sale" in your subject line, so It's easier to sort thru my emails.
    THANK YOU!, VERY MUCH!!!...
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    1:  Air Compressor,  (DeVilbiss),  5hp, 80 gallon, (175psi max.), 240VAC, (upright), with hoses, regulators, etc... (all in good shape)...                                                                      ($ 400.)
     
    2:  Hypertherm, "PowerMax 600" Plasma Cutter, on a cart, with many accessories; (LIKE NEW!)                                                                                                                                    ($ 1000.)
     
    3:  Small Propane Gas-Forge (NC Tool), (1-burner), ("Whisper Baby"), on a cart, w/15# propane bottle, hoses, regulator, extras...(with some tongs, hammers, etc.):              ($ 300.)
     
     
    4:  Large Propane Gas-Forge, (NC Tool), (6-burners), for Knife/Sword makers, on a rolling cart, with 23.5# propane bottle, regulator, hoses, etc...(w/tongs, hammers, etc): ($ 1000.)
     
    5:  Oxy-Acetylene (Victor) Welding Torch set, complete (w/many tips, cutting torch, hoses, regulators, cart, etc.) (lightly used):                                                                             ($ 200.)
     
    6:  TIG/Stick Welder (Lincoln 175 Pro), (w/High-Freq. "buzz-box" for welding Aluminum), w/cables, misc./extras... (electrodes, rod heater, gloves, helmets, etc.):              ($ 1000.)
     
    7:  Welding/cutting Table (3'w x 6'l x 3'h), on wheels, 2" sq. tube-steel  frame, w/9 (12"x 24"x 1/4") steel plates, welding screens/shields, etc...(misc., filler rods,etc.):       ($ 350.)
     
    8:  Propane Crucible Oven, (NC Tool), with several Graphite Crucibles, Pyrometer, hose, regulator, misc....                                                                                                                 ($ 500.)
     
    9:  Hydraulic Press Dies: (50" wide): (SWAG Offroad), [ 3 die sets: Press Brake, Finger Brake, Gooseneck Dies], (LIKE NEW, (still in boxes!) (for all 3):                                        ($ 700.)
     
    10:  Tubing "Roll Bender" "The HULK") [SWAG Offroad] make LARGE RADIUS bends in tubing [<2"]                                                                                                                            ($ 500.)
     
    11:  Tubing Bender ("JD Squared"),  [INCLUDES MANY DIE SETS!!!] (<2" rd., & sq.)                                                                                                                                                       ($ 1400.)
     
    12:  "Shrinker/Stretcher" [US Industrial Tool], (for Aircraft/sheet metal), 8" deep reach, (hand operated)                                                                                                               ($ 200.)
     
    13:  "English Wheel" ("Trident Tool", Canada), Cast Iron frame, several (4) radius roller-dies; (LIKE NEW)                                                                                                              ($1000.)
     
    14:  "Bead Rolling" Machine ("Jamie Jordan"/Mittler Bros.), for sheet metals; 36" reach, (D.C. motorized) (~NEW "in box")                                                                             ($2300.)
     
    15:  Mechanical Drafting Table (40"h x 60"w) (w/adjustable height & tilt),                                                                         (plus many drawing tools & templates):                    ($ 200.)
     
    16:   Mechanical Drafting Table "Machine Head" assembly  (fits table up to 44h" x 72w") (~like NEW)                           (w/"new" table cover):                                              ($ 500.)
     
    17:  Gantry Crane 4000# capacity, (Northern Tool "Strongway"), adjustable ht: (7'-10" to 11'-9") x (7'-9" wide), w/push trolley, 2 beam clamps, hoist (like NEW)       ($ 1500.)
                                
    18:  Hydraulic hand pump, and several Aviation "Dimple Dies" (for flanging various diameter lightening holes)                                                                                               ($ 200.) 
    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      You have left out one critical fact, where are you located?

  2. karlmonney

    Hi Madcat
    I saw that you posted here in 2009 regarding a forge made in Nebraska. I think I have the same one. Do you know how to connect the propane line to the blower?
    Thanks!
    Karl

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    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      Karl, welcome aboard from 7500' in SE Wyoming.  Glad to have you.

      Madcat posted this 13 years ago and he hasn't posted in some time.  You might try sending him a PM (private message) through his profile page to see if he responds but I wouldn't be too optimistic.

      "By hammer and hand all arts do stand."

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  3. Ball-Peen-Slacker

    Hello, IFI.

     

    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      Hello, back.

  4. George N. M.

    Dear Jennifer,

    Glad to see you on IFI.  You've been a bit of a ghost lately.  I hope all is well with you and Susan and that you've gotten or are about to get your covid vaccinations.  We got our 2d Pfizer shots yesterday and I have some soreness in my arm and didn't have a lot of stamina.  Madelynn who tends to react more to these sorts of things than I do has been feeling punk and has a bad headache.  My turn in the kitchen tonight if she feels like eating anything.

    Congratulations on getting your conduit in.  "Fiat Lux."

    We're having a typical spring at 7500 feet, cold and snowy.  High of 54 today, 61 tomorrow and Mon., then back down to a high in the 30s.  Springtime in the Rockies.

    Yours,

    George

    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      Oops, that was supposed to be a PM but nothing particularly private in it.

      GNM

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  5. Crashcourse

    Posting pics of my forge build.  Any feedback would be great! Having a hard time getting metal up to temp currently.

     

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    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      You don't need the whole back end open to heat longer stock, only a hole a bit larger than the stock and you can cover that when not in use. I still think that a chimney or vent is good to reduce the "dragon's breath" coming out in your face.

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  6. Crashcourse

    Posting pics of my forge build.  Any feedback would be great! Having a hard time getting metal up to temp currently.

     

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    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      I agree with Frazer.  You have too much thermal mass sucking up heat.  You need just a thin wall and plenty of insulation to keep the heat inside the forge where it will heat metal.  Also, with 2 ends open you are loosing a lot of heat there.  Yes, you need an exhaust port or chimney but this is excessive.  I prefer a design with some sort of chimney so that the "dragon's breath" does not cook my hands or de-eyebrow me when I put metal in or take it out.

      "By hammer and hand all arts do stand."

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  7. Burnt Finger

    Hello and thanks for visiting, my name is David Parker, I was a regular here for years but under a different name.  This is a new profile and I hope to meet both new and old friends.  

    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      Welcome back.  Hope to see you participate in the discussions.  The more input the better.

      The only time I was ever in Phenix City was a shopping trip to Ranger Joe's for cold weather gear when I was at Ft. Benning in the winter of 1970.

      "By hammer and hand all arts do stand."

      George

  8. awlthumbs

    Back to it I hope. Just finished with two knee replacements and a fusing of my L3 to L5 .  Been a great couple of years!

    I'll be checking in  now and then. Joined local ABANA , hope to get to  a meet and greet when this pandemic goes back to where it came from. Started back piddling and built a side blow forge and use hard coal in it. Works fine but have to watch the heat closer, and keep it blowing.  Hope to post some things this winter, we'll see how my new titanium back holds up. 

    1. George N. M.

      George N. M.

      One of the problems with having to drive an older model body is the difficulty in getting replacement parts.  Fortunately, some of the after market parts now available are pretty cool.

      With a gimpy back and legs make sure that you have your anvil, vice, and workbench adjusted to optimum height.  Also, invest in a tall stool to sit on when you are doing bench work or grinding.  Your legs and back will thank you.

      And religiously do everything your physical therapist tells you to do.

      Good luck and we hope to hear from you soon.

      "By hammer and hand all arts do stand." 

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