rhitee93 Posted October 18, 2013 Share Posted October 18, 2013 Hi All, I’ve been lurking around here for a bit, and finally registered. It seems like it’s only proper to move out of the shadows and introduce myself. My name is Brian, and I’m a 40-something engineer. (I know, I know, but don’t groan yet…) I have twin daughters (teenagers) and a wife that has put up with all of my tinkering interests for almost 20 years. We live on the west edge of Indiana right where the state border goes from a straight line to following the Wabash river. I do love to tinker. I have built things my whole life and much prefer to be in the machine shop at work than at my desk. I literally grew up in dad’s woodworking shop. When I got into college, I discovered the wonder of a machine shop. Now I can’t live without both of them. Over the years I have been fortunate enough to work alongside some great old machinists who were willing to teach me a thing or two. As a machinist, these days, I make a mighty fine engineer. However, I can find my way around and manage to pull off something nice once in a while. Here is a link to a steam engine model I built last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Olivo Posted October 19, 2013 Share Posted October 19, 2013 Welcome to this addictive craft. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSW Posted October 19, 2013 Share Posted October 19, 2013 Good to have you with us. Nice little engine you made there. You'll be building your own power hammer in no time! :lol: The stuff is out there. You just have to look harder some times than you do others. Best bet is to get yourself involved with a local group. Often guys will locate items like forges and anvils and hold them until they find someone looking to pick one up to start. That or they've upgraded and don't use their original one anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted October 19, 2013 Share Posted October 19, 2013 Welcome aboard Brian, glad to have you. If you start using the TPAAAT you'll find your anvil and other equipment faster than you'd believe. Just search the IFI site, it's here. My father was a metal spinner and machinist ad I grew up working in his shop so I know how sweet a nice lathe is and how satisfying it is to turn things out. (yeah, pun intended) I'm thinking I expect to see your WIP pics of the steam powered line shop as you build it. Welcome to the affliction, blacksmithing is very addictive and there's no cure so just dive on in and enjoy the ride. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sells Posted October 19, 2013 Share Posted October 19, 2013 Welcome from Fort Wayne. You have lots of smiths in your area. 2 that I know are members here also. Iron Rose farms, and Jerry Bennet, both wonderful men to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave51B Posted October 19, 2013 Share Posted October 19, 2013 Brian, You should be able to find a few items at the Elnora tractor clubs spring swap meet. Or if you can stand the crowds, Rockville has more yard sales going on this weekend than you can stand...Good luck and happy hammerin'....Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptree Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Brian, Check out the Indiana Blacksmithing web site for a group near you. Monthly meetings in a shop and a years membership for a family is about $35. Ptree from S. Indiana, who is also an engineer:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
divermike Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Welcome! The Michigan group also enjoys a lot of visits from smiths to the south of us.Check out MABA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian.pierson Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Brian, There is a Group that meets at the shop in Fowler park. The park is south of Terre Haute east off of 41. I have never had a chance to make a meeting but the shops looks pretty impressive from the outside. Welcome aboard Brian Pierson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Yates Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Welcome to IFI you will love the addiction to Smithing and the good friends you will make here enjoy. Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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