Hey guys,
Jonathan Wells, TN Army NG 2006-2011, 11B. Iraq 2009-2010
I just joined the forum today. I've been researching and reading a lot of posts over the past couple weeks as I get things together to begin Blacksmithing again. I originally learned the basics 20 years ago when I was 16-18yrs old working at a NC State Historic Site, Reed Gold Mine, on an old navy coal forge, post vise, and 600lbanvil with stand under a couple pin oak trees. I did small demonstrations for visitors to the site and made various things for the old buildings and equipment.
Now I build furniture and cabinetry for a living and want to expand my creative offerings as well as add some forged elements into my furniture designs.
I'm starting out with a Majestic Forge 3 burner multi-purpose, railroad track (shaping into and anvil tomorrow), and a post vise that was handed down since my Great-great-great Grandfather.
Any input is appreciated and especially any tool finds if your around the middle TN area.
Have a good one!
