This hammer is at the springsmiths in my town. It's been sitting there for about 30 -40 yrs and hasn't been used in at least 10. I have begged the owner to sell but he just laughs and says maybe one day. I am quite sure that it's not a common one.

 

"Blower and Forge cc"

"Lancaster PA"

 

Couldn't make out the rest

Is that a 0 on the side if so it's a 35# hammer

Yep got one here to, that looks like a #65 wt I need to be put mine  back together

I have used one a friend has they hit hard ! 

it always seams other stuff keeps getting in the way  getting it working lol  :( maybe when the rain starts

will be back to inside work again lol 

thank god I have the #33 to use !

Shame to see it out in the elements without a cover or a least oil/greased up with some form of coating on it..

 

Looks like a real neat hammer.

It is a shame, but it's only been out for 3 weeks and will be moving back in soon. Every two weeks or so I go and remind him that I still want it.

That's a good idea. The key is that he keeps you in mind, but you don't pester him too much.

 

 

Unfortunately I've seen stuff go to scrap because the owner didn't think anyone was still interested in it. "That old stuff? No one would want that... I scrapped it to make room. " :wacko:

Definitely something to keep an eye on.  It wouldn't hurt to take by some blacksmithing examples as 'gifts' to show your appreciation for his time, and that you're serious about needing the hammer for something practical.

 

I always find good deals when I'm dead broke, or, like you, find something I'd dearly love to have but can't get.  The sadness ruins my vibe.

 

 

 

I just had missed a very nice 8" post vise(over 200#) for $500 because of unexpected bills..Asl long as Ive looked for one and had this beauty get by me makes me very,very sad..

yep nice hammer, looks like an 0 to me, #35.