grendel_prime Posted March 30, 2019 Share Posted March 30, 2019 Hello, I'm new to blacksmithing and have gotten a few things here and there as far as tools and the like. Recently, I came across this device whilst scouring eBay, and am not familiar with this at all. I was hoping for some help identifying what it is and what/how it is to be used. the listing said it was a shaping tool. Thanks so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles R. Stevens Posted March 30, 2019 Share Posted March 30, 2019 Now if that isn’t a little jewel. I believe the part with the bolt goes parallel with the anvil face. The bolt being an add on to adjust for thicker stock and the welded tab being the original stop. The discoloration lends me to believe the rounded bulge is the original striking seface and the movable bail is a clamp. As to what special purpose I don’t know, tho it apears to be factory made and modified. Pictures from other angles might help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted March 30, 2019 Share Posted March 30, 2019 Welcome to IFI...I always suggest reading this to get the best out of the forum. READ THIS FIRST Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judson Yaggy Posted April 5, 2019 Share Posted April 5, 2019 It's a hold down. Slotted hole in the tube is to wedge it thru the hardy hole, throw the cam and the threaded portion swings down and clamps to the anvil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendel_prime Posted April 5, 2019 Author Share Posted April 5, 2019 Thank you all for your help! I really do appreciate it. I will give it a try and see if it chooches! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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