sparkymacker Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Wondering what everyone's thoughts are on this PW anvil? It is the size I am looking for (350 lb) and in reasonable condition? There is less than 1/8" sag in it. Would it be a candidate to refinish or just leave as is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatfudd Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Looks fine to me, I'd use it and see how it works for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Coke Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Greetings Sparky, Perfect anvils do not yield perfect work... That anvil will serve you well just as it is... Find a sweet spot and have at it... Just my 2c ... I wish you well Forge on and make beautiful things Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arftist Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Wondering what everyone's thoughts are on this PW anvil? It is the size I am looking for (350 lb) and in reasonable condition? There is less than 1/8" sag in it. Would it be a candidate to refinish or just leave as is? Wondering what everyone's thoughts are on this PW anvil? It is the size I am looking for (350 lb) and in reasonable condition? There is less than 1/8" sag in it. Would it be a candidate to refinish or just leave as is? There is no way you can improve that anvil. For what I do, an anvil with no sag (sway) is a PITA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaughnT Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Beauty of an anvil. Buy it and get to work. There's absolutely nothing wrong with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCROB Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 hey neighbor, if you don't buy it let me know............. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkymacker Posted May 10, 2014 Author Share Posted May 10, 2014 hey neighbor, if you don't buy it let me know............. ;) Hi back neighbor! The seller is holding it for me so I will probably picking it up Monday or Tuesday. I guess a few dings and nicks give it character? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal99 Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Sparky, that anvil is in really nice shape. Don't worry about it at all. Or... Actually it's terrible and you should let Rob take it ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCROB Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Sparky, that anvil is in really nice shape. Don't worry about it at all. Or... Actually it's terrible and you should let Rob take it ;) Metal 99 is a very intelligent individual...........when in doubt take his advise !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal99 Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 ^ he is correct XD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkymacker Posted May 10, 2014 Author Share Posted May 10, 2014 Yes I can see that now..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metal99 Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 I would love a big anvil, here in sask most of them are around 100lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoghead55 Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Looks like a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Yup every smith should have at least one bigger anvil---150#+ if nothing else it will make them appreciate having a smaller one to move around and travel with. I'm getting too old to be picking up my 165# PW and walking with it---though I do enjoy the looks on the 20-somethings faces when I do it; like when they learn why there is a series of sledge hammers with short handles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedefiddle Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 Sparky, It is easier to straighten something on an anvil that has some sway on the top face. If you need something flat, use a piece of flat plate or if you find a piece of granite kitchen counter (I get pieces from where the counters are ground, from the trash). I would not resurface that baby!! Neil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sells Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 I see nothing to repair place do not grind or attempt to reface it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkymacker Posted May 14, 2014 Author Share Posted May 14, 2014 Well it is in the back of my truck now, what a beast! Trying to think how it will get into the back yard without attracting attention from the Mrs. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJF Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Nice. If the Mrs. won't let you keep it I have space in my shop in Kamloops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Tell her you were going to spend the money in a bar of notorious reputation; but you tripped over this really hot deal for an anvil and you guess you now will be spending your free time out in the back yard working on it...she might even chip in on steel! When I was still engaged to my wife we went to a garage sale that listed an anvil---165# PW for US$100; we were dirt poor; but my wife to be told me "that's a good deal on that anvil I think you should get it" 30 years later I still have it and her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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