GeneH Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 Hi everyone. I started my blacksmithing journey this year. Like the title says, I was researching making a wood plane. That led to blade hardening which led to forge building and down the rabbit hole I went. I found learning blacksmithing techniques much more enjoyable. I'm in the tool building stage, tongs, punches, hardy tools, etc. Big thanks to Frosty and Wayne Coe. We haven't spoken but I followed your wealth of knowledge in successfully building my first forge. Freon can/venturi. It's going strong, serving me well. Although by resume says I'm a Computer Engineer, my strengths are troubleshooting systems. I can't shake the time I spent doing HVAC work in my early years and keep getting my hands dirty in the fun stuff. My current project is a NG ribbon burner forge. I'm still in the designing stages and will post some questions soon. Thanks all and if you were curious, no, I still haven't made that wood plane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 Another one lured to the dark side---the Emperor *will* be pleased! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyGoatLady Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 I started out with an interest in being a farrier. Being out doors and around horses and getting paid for it. That didn't happen, but the blacksmith bug hit me in the course of things. You never know where an idea may take you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 Welcome aboard Gene, glad to have you. Another ensnared in the web Thomas! bwa ha ha ha! Your forge appears to be rocking Gene, well done. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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