SGreene Posted December 2, 2012 Share Posted December 2, 2012 I got my Grandfathers blacksmithing tools a while back. I have attempted to do some research on the anvil. I believe (with my limited knowledge) that this is a cast anvil with a hardened plate top but I don't know. I can almost make out "LEWIS" on the side and it's around 100 lb. Not sure about the age I can always remember it being around. Any help ID'ing this anvil would be appreciated. It's probably an ASO and might eventually get a partner but It will always live in my shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaughnT Posted December 2, 2012 Share Posted December 2, 2012 If it rings like a church bell when you strike it, it's a wrought-iron body with a hardened steel face plate. If it doesn't ring, it's a cast-iron body with a hardened steel face plate. You example shows excessive wear on the top, but that's typical of older anvils. Does it have any rebound when you tap it with a hammer? Often, you can highlight the markings on the side by rubbing chalk or baby powder over the surface. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGreene Posted December 3, 2012 Author Share Posted December 3, 2012 Doesn't ring well but has decent rebound. Any ideas on the Lewis marking? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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