Barclay03 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Saw this for sale locally at a reasonable price - had a hunch it was something a bit special due to no pritchel hole etc. An hour after spotting it online, it was loaded from someones fathers shed into my van. I've only just gotten around to wire brushing it in the hope of finding some markings. Whilst it did take me a while or cleaning and searching, the old girl didnt dissapoint in showing me some ID, and confirmed what I already thought. A nice old C&A Mousehole, putting it between 1795-1820 accroding to Postman. It's seen some work and a little bit of abuse, but generally in good condition, and still has great rebound at around 90% or more. Just shows that there are some out there, and sometimes in least expected places. Also bears the mark 'BA' on the foot, which I assume to be an inspection mark. (I picked up the little 1 1/4 CWT John Brooks the same day) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 165 pounds of excellent anvil, if I do say so great find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Oooooh, late 18th, early 19th cent eh? That might meet Thomas's definition of antique anvil. I don't see anything that'd prevent me from putting her right to work. SWEET score! Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 The Undisputed King of Anvils! Good score! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barclay03 Posted June 16, 2019 Author Share Posted June 16, 2019 Thanks guys. I'm pretty happy with that find, and think it's one that will stay in the collection for years to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentForge Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 dope find! put her to good use! Damian Stil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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