Mark Emig Posted October 30, 2009 Share Posted October 30, 2009 Thought I would post an update on the 250 lb Fontanin anvil I bought this year. Very happy with it-great tool. Way different to work on from my 250 lb Hay-Budden. The european shape is nice to work on-the tail horn makes it easy to work on difficult areas of a piece. So far I really like it. The upsetting block is a great feature. I still have my Hay-Budden and use it just in case you were wondering, but the Fontanini is my main anvil. Beautiful tool, which makes it a real pleasure to work on. Mark Emig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MLMartin Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 never herd of this brand, maker. how about posting a link to them if ya have one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian D Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 Thanks for the update Mark. I am looking forward to that same anvil some day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sask Mark Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 Aren't these what used to be known as Rat Hole Forge anvils from Wyoming? http://www.ratholeforge.com/index.htm They are good-looking anvils. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad J Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 They look like a good anvil, i was saving up for one and make a trip up to Jackson. My sweetie has family in Afton anyway. and its been ahwhile since i been there and Jackson's hole. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian D Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 Aren't these what used to be known as Rat Hole Forge anvils from Wyoming? http://www.ratholeforge.com/index.htm They are good-looking anvils. Yes, they are formerly known as Rat Hole Forge. And I agree with you, I think they are good looking anvils too. I have called and talked to Steve a few times about his anvils. He is a really nice guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avadon Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Pretty anvils that's for sure. Is there a link to their prices? What does the 460# look like. I'm just curious how it stacks against the nimba gladiator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fe-Wood Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 A friend has the 460# and I drool on it every time I use it:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Turley Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Steve delivered my 250# anvil in 2007 while on his way to Albuquerque to visit the American Farriers' convention. I have enjoyed it. At first, I missed the step as a forming, 90 degree "vee block," but I found that the upsetting block can be so used. Sayings and Cornpone "Never hang up hot tongs." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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