qwerksc Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 I think that is how it started. I got a metal detector to look for treasure and such and I just didn't realize what kind of metal I was looking for. I've been building things,creating projects out of wood metal ceramic, all kinds of junk. Got a wild hair about casting, built a foundry, a freon tank forge, piece of rr track. thought I'd make some knives. Well all this led me to taking a Blacksmithing class thru CBA @ Freedom Forge. Been at it a few months and am really enjoying it. Live in Santa cruz ca. Looking for tools always,need a post vise, anvil, some sort of square grinder would be nice. I figure I got a few good years left to learn something. Carpenter by trade. I'm stuffing myself with so much from here, I thought I'd better say Hey after lurking for months. And say thanks for such a great site. Look'n forward to a future in smithin'. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkunkler Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Welcome aboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don A Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Welcome. I got into blacksmithing plus or minus 10 years ago. Last year I used some of my "knife & iron" stash to buy myself a detector (Garrett Ace 250). I haven't made any notable finds yet, but I really enjoy getting out and searching anyway. I have found some decent pieces of wrought to add to the scrap pile. Good to have you on board. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CurlyGeorge Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Welcome to IFI and to the addiction. Once you get started smithing, you won't ever want to stop. Good luck. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willis Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Welcome.Lots of good info here. I stopped using my Garrett 250 metal detector on my property cause the only the thing I've found so far is empty shell casings. I live in redneck country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clinton Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 Heidi- Ho neighbor I am in Salinas, I know Kirk form CBA events. I have a shop at my house if you feel like stopping by sometime, I maybe able to help you in finding some tools also. I have recently gotten into metal detecting as well but I need a better one (of course) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnlineman Posted December 2, 2011 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Metal detecting is an excellent hobby, been doing it for 35 years. I primarily relic hunt now but started out combing the boulevards of my home town with a $25.00 machine I ordered from Montgomery Wards. Found a few silver coins and wheat pennies but was hooked for life. I think blacksmithing has had that effect on many people too and I'm sure I will succumb to it very soon. Welcome fellow treasure hunter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwerksc Posted December 4, 2011 Author Share Posted December 4, 2011 Thanks for the welcome everyone. Clinton, I'd like to check out your set up and if you could help me find some tools, I'd be pumped. I'll send you a pm with some contact info. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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