hansman Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 I made my first two tools a few weeks ago with a cutting torch and a vise.First I made a long fire poker for camping and then I made a lid "lifter '' for a Dutch oven ,and had so much fun,I think I may try some real work soon. Les Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted T Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Les, Welcome to I Forge Iron. I think your kinda getting hooked!!!! I hope so. Blacksmithing has been an activity that soothed my sole for over 55+ years (although my body used to get real tired at times). I have put food on the table, bought my kids shoes and generally provided for my family by applying the craft of blacksmithing. Now I do it as a hobby sense I have gotten a little older and have retired. I just hope it will be something you will enjoy as much as I have! Ted Throckmorton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Lumpkins Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Hansman Besure and go to the CP section on top of page and put down your location, there's alot of smiths from the Ky area and it may open up a few doors for you.. Welcome to the club.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansman Posted September 23, 2009 Author Share Posted September 23, 2009 Ted T, Thanks for the kind words and advice,I cant wait to get started . I plan on meeting a local blacksmith,this weekend at a local festival. Les Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansman Posted September 23, 2009 Author Share Posted September 23, 2009 Wagonmaster,thanks for the tip...Il``l do that next !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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