Phil Dwyer Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 I know you all are into some amazing power hammers, but I need a non-electric solution. Where can I find info about foot powered hammers or other non-electric possibilities? Thanks, Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrynjr Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Here is one of the best posts on the site, showing the treadle hammer that Apprenticeman made. http://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/f7/treadle-hammer-build-pictures-4338/ IForgeIron sells the plans for that one.How to build a Tredle Hammer*-*I Forge Iron - Blacksmithing and Metalworking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Salvati Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 One edit to my design, build 1 inch wide dies instead of 2 inch, focuses the force and works the steel more efficiently. Another option(sort of, no foot powered power hammer will ever work like a powered hammer) is an Oliver hammer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete46 Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 I Saw One Used At The Ms. Forge Council Meeting . I Now Believe Treadle Hammers Are From God!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
primtechsmith Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 ABANA has detailed plans available for purchase. Here is the link:[ABANA] The Store Peyton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmercier Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 My treadle hammer is a more non-conventional style, here's a pic of it. It hits very very hard for not being all that massive of a head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale Russell Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Phil ...Makers of one of the Best Treadle Hammers in Production Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 I have used the original "the Best Treadle Hammers in Production". It turned 1/2 inch square into paper thin metal in 4 hits. The way it is set up, it gives you control to kiss the metal, smash it, or anything in between. All moving parts are precision made and replaceable from standard size stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeatGuy Posted January 24, 2008 Share Posted January 24, 2008 Here is an interesting treadle hammer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Dwyer Posted January 24, 2008 Author Share Posted January 24, 2008 I have used the original "the Best Treadle Hammers in Production". It turned 1/2 inch square into paper thin metal in 4 hits. The way it is set up, it gives you control to kiss the metal, smash it, or anything in between. All moving parts are precision made and replaceable from standard size stock. How fast (blows per minute) can you get out of the Best Treadle Hammer? Their website actually doesn't have any info about it at all. How about your's Apprentice Man? Have you got it working effectively yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mills Posted January 24, 2008 Share Posted January 24, 2008 How fast can you lift your leg up and down? Each stroke on a treadle is delivered by the operator. You are using a leg to wield a hammer so that you can have both hands for tooling and stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Dwyer Posted February 3, 2008 Author Share Posted February 3, 2008 I have used the original "the Best Treadle Hammers in Production". It turned 1/2 inch square into paper thin metal in 4 hits. The way it is set up, it gives you control to kiss the metal, smash it, or anything in between. All moving parts are precision made and replaceable from standard size stock. I went to the website. There is no information there about this product. I sent them an email, but haven't heard anything back. Whatzup? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 Contact trying-it on this forum. I will try to get in touch with him and pass the message your trying to contact him about the hammer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viking-sword Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I too would like more info on this hammer. I looked up the posted site and It's a dead stick, looks like it was just outlined and left, no info, no pics. So if I could I'd like some further info. I'd also like to ask you about the treadle hammer you built for Lady Smith(Pam, I guess is her name). I saw her post pics of a treadle hammer on Don Foggs web site and I'm wondering if this was built from a set of plans and if so what plans they might be? I'd be most greatful for any help you could give! viking-sword Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Contact trying-it on this forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viking-sword Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Thanks Glenn! I sent a pm to trying-it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Dwyer Posted February 9, 2008 Author Share Posted February 9, 2008 I sent a PM to trying-it too, but haven't heard back. Looks like that super duper treadle hammer might be a dead end for now. Too bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viking-sword Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 No repy here either! viking-sword Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trying-it Posted February 9, 2008 Share Posted February 9, 2008 "the Best Treadle Hammers in Production" is in no way dead! Sorry guys I have been having computer problems for the last couple of months. I can now be reached at trying_it@hotmail.com As for the website presently being a little incomplete the reasoning is, because of this model's uniqueness, legal and binding patent rights are being applied for at this time. A few facts about a BigFoot treadle hammer: My 7-yr-old grand daughter easily flattens 6 soda cans at once, in one stomp, to a thickness of 1/8. A trial unit was sold and is used for fine copper repousse work. I myself prefer billet making and blacksmithing with my unit. One unit can do it all. This is a foot-operated 165# hammer head with precise and consistent results. The harder you hit, the harder the force is multiplied and delivered. Furthermore, an optional air package is being designed now to replace the treadle mechanism if so desired. That will make it a fully functional air hammer. (note:This optional package will require a user supplied large capacity air source) No advertisement hype: I want you to stomp all the rest, then come here and step on the best. An even bigger hammer is being designed that will be strictly dedicated to an on-board, fully contained, air supply and delivery system. This future unit's hammer should be in the 250# (or more) hammer range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Dwyer Posted February 9, 2008 Author Share Posted February 9, 2008 Thanks for all the news trying_it. Can we by plans from you? Do you build and sell them? What are our option for finding out more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveh Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 i definitely would like some more info onthe treadle hammer if its available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trying-it Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 http://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/f7/treadle-hammer-build-pictures-4338/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trying-it Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Just a little update: My initial sales strategy of BigFoot treadle hammers was to demo a unit at any organized blacksmith event I was invited to attend; my travel & lodging expenses paid for by that group. I want everyone to try a working unit before actually purchasing one for themselves. I never considered the possibility of interest being generated so quickly outside of the continental U.S.A (I am now open to suggestions from those outside of the "Lower 48".) After the demo session, orders would be taken from interested individuals. At a predetermined time & date I would return with the "purchased" units to that same location; I and the unit buyers (only) would fully assemble the units. It takes about 20 minutes to fully assemble one of my units. Being sold in a "kit" form, I am not subject to "product liability insurance premiums" that themselves would substantially increase unit selling price. The unit buyer would be responsible for final sanding, grinding, and painting of their own unit; another price savings. This also provides a window of opportunity for the individual buyer to personalize their unit. The selling of plans is not an option at this time as there are hidden technical advances within these units. These advances are "Patent Pending" and each unit is stamped with that warning. (All unit buyers will be required to read, fully understand, and sign legally binding "non-disclosure / non-competition" forms.) As a machine shop, job shop, owner/operator I have the facility and capacity to produce high quality precision equipment and tooling in a short period of time. ***My special interests today focus primarily on blacksmith needs and wants. *** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveh Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 hi Tryingit.how much does one of the units weigh just give me an idea on shipping costs,unless you deliver to Canada(west coast)lol.thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Dwyer Posted February 14, 2008 Author Share Posted February 14, 2008 See the treadle hammer thread in the blacksmith forum: http://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/f7/treadle-hammer-build-pictures-4338/index6.html. He mentions 800 pounds there. I'm wondering what they cost. Yes, then there would be freight for some of us. But if you go with his marketing model all you have to do is organize a hammer-in or conference of some sort, host him at it, he takes orders and returns at a later date with everyone's product. Not a bad idea really. Just have to figure out break-even for the costs of having him at the event. I don't think we could pull an event off of that scale here in Hawaii, especially with all the extra trans-pacific complications. Buying plans would make much more sense logistically (from a distant consumer's point of view). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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