andreas Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 A friend of mine purchased this anvil but doesn't want it now. He says its English and weighs 189 lbs. It looks to be in better shape than my Peter Wright, but I can't read the name from the picture. Anyone have any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 It's a Wilkinson as what the stamping you can read says "Queen's Dudley" and should have two crossed hot dogs above it With Wilkinson above them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreas Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 Wow, thanks for the fast reply. My friend wants $350 CAD for it. Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 Yep, and a darned good looking one from the picture. If it passes the ring & rebound test it's worth it for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 What he said; call NOW and see if you can test it and seal the deal TONIGHT! Good deals on good anvils have an annoying short lifespan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreas Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 Ok. Sounds good. If its good I'll buy it. Problem being there is not enough room in my shop for two anvils, and the wife would question the need for two so what could I get for my Peter Wright? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 What to get for you PW? That's easy a larger shop, even an extension is good. Certainly easier than overhead storage for the anvil that's not being used. Your PW looks to be in good shape an it's on a good stand. What it's worth depends on the market where you live. I can't give you a guesstimate on an asking price. The asking price on the Wilkinson is pretty darn good. Grab it now and worry about selling the one you like least a little later. I'll square it with the missus. Frosty The Lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreas Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 I like the way you think Frosty! If you square it with the wife I can likely find a nook in the shop for a second anvil. I paid $325 for my PW two years ago. Anvils go for $4 to $5 a pound for much worse condition than mine in my area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 Have her PM me. I have just the nook I'll get it cleaned up. Frosty The Lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreas Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 Sure thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ThomasPowers Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Stack on anvil on top of another? My teaching anvils are lined up along the path to the door of the shop for easier loading---don't try to navigate that path using a magnetic compass! Tell her it's an investment for your estate sale; please give her my phone number too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonerock Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 I recently purchased a Hay-Budden anvil. The weight is very close to 150lbs. I can make out the S/N found under the horn to be #60836, any ideas when the date of mfg. I paid $500 from a family member. Thanks for any help on ID the Hay-Budden and Brooklyn are fairly legible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 The ID is Hay Budden. What more help on the ID do you need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 According to AIA if the serial number does not have an A prefix, it was made in 1901. Do you have any pictures of it? If it is in good condition and depending upon where in the world you are located, the price you paid is reasonable in today's market. 56 minutes ago, lonerock said: ideas when the date of mfg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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