Ben Bell Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Just to say thank you to John B for the kind invite and especially to Ray for the excellent tuition, with his help I was able to make the best hook of the day! ( Perhaps this was because as the only noob, I was the only one making a hook , Lloyd and Gabe were making tongues) All the members were very helpful and welcoming, making it a very enjoyable day that I would recommend to all. Hoping to do the 3 day course soon Cheers Gents Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy k Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Glad to hear you had a great time! This is why we always suggest the newcomers to visit a blacksmithing group to help get started - as there is nothing better than a hands on or even watching someone demo something to see what you may be doing wrong or not doing while your trying to forge at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 That and blacksmiths are always happy to help a new addict get hooked. You'll learn more in a couple hours with an experienced smith than days or even weeks figuring it out yourself. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Pleasure to meet you Ben, and thanks for your contribution to the day. I think you made a good start and look forward to next time when we get down to the more serious (but fun) stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bell Posted August 14, 2016 Author Share Posted August 14, 2016 Totally agree with the above comments, I learned a lot in just a few hours and having professional blacksmiths there to show you how, when and why is invaluable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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