I am brand new to blacksmith/forging. I came to this site during my research for how smelting works. Not that I plan on it, but was more interested in HOW it worked. Seems most of the 'experienced' responders are not very nice. The person asked a fairly straightforward set of questions. Many people responded with cynicism and replied with discouraging answers. - For the most part, experienced BlackSmiths have been very patient and kind when I ask silly questions, and have never been discouraging. I just presumed it would carry over to smelting/foundries.. Guess I was wrong.
I work in support. I hope that if you ever call in and need help, you are not treated the same way for your ignorance and asking questions.
Best of luck to you KFatha....
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