I have been doing a lot of research on this site and trying to figure out what is the "most" recommended style of anvil for different uses. So far I have found that a thin waist style london pattern is good for ornamental work and a thicker waist is better for heavy work. It seems then that the colonial pattern would be really good for heavy work. Would it be correct to assume that face size makes a difference as well? Some research has shown weight makes a difference as well for the type of pattern and what you can do with it. Is that correct?
My question is this what are the pros and cons of a german style anvil(two horn) vs a london pattern vs a colonial for various types of work?
Examples of work: plowshares/old farm equipment, tool making, ornamental gates, knives, coat hooks, etc.
Moderators, please remove if I have overstepped or in the wrong section, etc. Please correct me as well, I think I might be just confusing myself with information overload.