Dick L. Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 If a person could hang out there with Brian and Lyle while they are preparing those young men for their debut they would come away with as much information as they could possibly handle. I can just picture Brian talking to those smiths non stop as he watches their every move. :) He must be exhausted at the end of the day :) Thanks for the photos and video! Dick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDW Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 These guys all have gotten new hammers in the last two days. Brian directed they struck. Brian grinded all three of those large hammers and put handles in them for the young smiths. That may not sound like a lot but you ought to try and hold almost a 5 pound chunk of metal on the end of some hammer tongs, then grind the faces on both ends, then grind the handles and fit them. He said he was through grinding today, he already knows how to do it, so these young fellows will be working on more than just forging. He did it as a labor of love, but I assure you thats a lot of work. Karens keeping us all fed, the weather has cooled off, everything seems to be falling into place. We are all having a great time. You can see Brian in the background of this picture finishing up Daniels Hammer, while Daniel is directing the forging of the hammer for David Gaddis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 Dick, He is but you'll never get him to admit it...haha He is having the time of his life, we all are. Brian, Lyle and I are proud to know them and their families who are so supportive. They are coming along nicely, working out their demonstration for ABANA. We are just waiting for the 4th smith now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Dean Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Ok Karen, enough of the suspense already!!! :( Who is this mystery YS?!? Inquiring minds want to know!! Would love to drive over this weekend to watch but the Art Gallery that I just got into is having their Open House and Ribbon Cutting this Sat. and they want all the "artist" there is possible....darn... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry p. Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Would he be coming from Canada or maybe Alabama ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 Ok the suspense is over! The 4th smith has arrived! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 You all knew! We are very happy to have Dave Custer join the Young Smiths! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clinton Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Right on Dave- see ya-all in 6 days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Dean Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 ATTA BOY DAVE!!! I couldn't see you on the face book pic so came here to see if Karen had posted a better picture. Truely a Great group of young men you have assembled Bryan. Pray that all of you inspire not only other young wanna be smiths but each other. Karen, resending to you, hopefully tomorrow.This time with the correct "spelling" ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 12, 2012 Author Share Posted July 12, 2012 Good morning! The early birds get the biscuits and gravy! Big day today, the YS will be forging a 5lb hammer purchased by Robert Evans. They will all sign it for him and are using the funds to help with expenses. Thank you Mr. Evans! Thomas Dean, Ted T and David Gaddis have all sent $ donations. Woody Woodard came by with eggs and honey and Russell Colvin sent all 4 YS a useful care package! Thank you all for the support of these hard working Young Smiths!... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McPherson Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Put out a donation bucket at the conference. Even a cheap old geezer thrifty seasoned citizen like me would add to that pot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LDW Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Here are some pics of the Young Smiths taking turns and making the 5 lb. hammer that was ordered.https://picasaweb.google.com/106506050631612810521/Day5WithTheYoungSmiths# Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 Thank you Lyle for the GREAT photos! Really really good stuff. Look at Kainon's face when he's striking, he is smiling so big! Also a big thanks to Jeff Rice of North Carolina for a $ donation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 5 lb hammer for Robert Evans. Forged and signed by the Young Smiths 2012. Robert has been kind enough to let the YS display the hammer in the gallery at the conference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trip Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 Ok the suspense is over! The 4th smith has arrived! The feather in the hat was a dead give away of who it was...... that is if you know Dave good enough. :) LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 The feather in the hat was a dead give away of who it was...... that is if you know Dave good enough. :) LOL So true he is the feather in the YS hat too....Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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gaylan veater Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 These young men look like they are having the time of their lifes as well as the older ones. Thanks so much for the pictures I have been checking up on them every day and look forward to meeting everyone, YS and older at Abana Conference. Keep the pictures coming!! When do you all leave for Rapid City SD? Gaylan Veater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 Hi Gaylan, Thanks very much! The YS are doing a practice demo for the Mississippi Forge council tomorrow and we leave on Sunday. Looking forward to seeing you too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 I haven't been able to upload photos today, they keep failing...sorry Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 14, 2012 Author Share Posted July 14, 2012 More great photos from Lyle... https://picasaweb.google.com/106506050631612810521/Day5WithTheYoungSmiths?feat=content_notification Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianbrazealblacksmith Posted July 14, 2012 Author Share Posted July 14, 2012 Jana Gaddis sent David over with a delicious meal she prepared for the YS today. One of the best southern meals I have had! The YS have been working really hard today and ate big!I am not kidding.....There was a yummy pot roast with potatoes and carrots, seasoned green beans with ham, melt in your mouth butter beans, potato salad and rolls.This lovely woman knows how to cook!It was so great to have a break from the kitchen.Thank you for your thoughtfulness, Jana, we loved it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDW Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 Here are the pics I have gotten in the last two days. We loaded up the shop this afternoon and will be ready to start heading to South Dakota in the morning.https://picasaweb.google.com/106506050631612810521/YoungSmithsDay6https://picasaweb.google.com/106506050631612810521/YoungSmithsAtTheMSForgeCouncilMeeting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDW Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 Here is a cool pic of the forge welding taking place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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