Steven Turner Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 I've scoured the posts on here and have concluded that I am nowhere near educated enough in the ways of anvils to identify this piece. That being said, this is a piece that I'm thinking about purchasing and wanted to get some feedback on its possible origin. As far as I can tell, there is no maker's mark to speak of. I was able to vaguely see a possible weight (1-6-8) and a serial number (?) on the front of the base. The underside appears to be of Trenton characteristics, and then I read that there were many that adopted this oval recess. Anyway, any available feedback would be greatly appreciated. I believe the owner is asking too much, but I've been wrong numerous times thus far. Have a look! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 Actually you don't need to know what maker it is; do the ball bearing and ring test and THOSE will tell you if it's a good anvil or not! (Use the lack of markings to negotiate the price lower...) Remember an anvil made by a top maker that's been through a fire may be a much poorer anvil than one made by a lesser maker that hasn't lost it's temper! Add the CWT system does not allow center numbers greater than 3 so definitely an american and weighed 168 pounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Turner Posted December 7, 2017 Author Share Posted December 7, 2017 I was able to do a rebound/ring test and it sounded great (without a base of comparison). It appears to be a nice anvil. At least for what I want to do with it. I just wanted to be able to provide this guy a little information about it if he holds firm to his asking price and I'm not able to get it. I appreciate your input! Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Frog Posted December 7, 2017 Share Posted December 7, 2017 Most likely Trenton, please post a closeup of the side other side of the anvil, the side with horn facing right. Sometimes there are faint logo markings remaining if you know what you're looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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