Outsider_Looking_In Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 I just noticed this sub-forum and thought that I should quickly say hi. I have always been interested in how stuff is made, high tech stuff at first (which is why I am currently studying a computer science degree) but then slowly working back down the manufacturing chain, till you end up at blacksmithing, the very first stage in manufacturing anything. Due to the fact I am currently studying full time I am planning to assemble a small, portable forge and anvil (probably about of a brake drum and a piece of scrap steel) and concentrating on making small items (simple jewellery) and some basic tools. Once I finish at uni, the sky is the limit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
781 Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Welcome glad to have you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Hi and welcome, We have active members in the UK see the Groups forums or www.blacksmithsguild.com feel free to contact if we can be of use to you. Enjoy your new adventure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beth Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 hi there - welcome to the forum, there are a few of us from uk :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basher Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 lots of good information here and when you make something post it up all the best Owen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsmith10 Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 hello and welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Welcome aboard, glad to have you! Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Look into a one fire brick forge for small stuff, I used to use one in my basement! Run off a plumber's propane torch and the whole kit would easily fit in a 5 gallon bucket for carrying around. Lots less hassle for small items than a coal or coke forge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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