January 13, 20206 yr Would you consider $4 a lb a good value for a 1800 and something Hay Budden is what appears to be very good shape?
January 13, 20206 yr Assuming it's quite good, you certainly wouldn't be getting ripped off at that price for most of the country. It's not a bargain to brag about though. "Appears to be in good shape" means different things to different people though..and of course it all means little without an in-person inspection. And..being blacksmiths, if you ask 10 of us that question, you'll get 20 different "right" answers Your mileage may vary
January 13, 20206 yr Definitely do the ball bearing test as a beautiful looking anvil could have still been through a fire and then get cleaned up. Ring test too. Kozzy has the price question covered.
January 15, 20206 yr On 1/13/2020 at 3:18 PM, Phats said: for a 1800 and something Hay Budden Holding my breath over here! Robert Taylor
January 16, 20206 yr On 1/14/2020 at 1:41 AM, Irondragon Forge & Clay said: Pictures or it didn't happen. lol I have to remember that one. perfect.
January 17, 20206 yr Author oop! Been away a few days. Here are some pics. Someone bought it I believe.
January 17, 20206 yr Is this in the photos a likely sign of delamination starting or is it pretty normal for these anvils?
January 20, 20206 yr It's quite common to see that on the side of anvils and is not necessarily a sign of delamination of the hard steel face. If you just look at 100 anvils you will see similar marks on 98 of them most likely. If you tap the face with a hammer you should hear a "Ping-ping-ping". If it sounds dead there or makes a different buzzing ring sound you have a problem. It's why it is so important to do proper testing on an anvil prior to purchasing it.
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