Justin Topp Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 This has come up at an auction and it’s a fisher anvil with a 6 cast into it. So would that mean 60lbs? The dimensions seem much larger than 60lbs. The base measures 10.75” square. Top is 20” long and it’s 12” tall. I’d like to know if it’s 60 lbs or if it means something else. And roughly what the weight would be if anyone knows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelonian Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 If it's 12" tall I'm pretty sure it would weigh more than 60lbs. I would guess somewhere around 175lbs from those dimensions, although if I were buying it I would certainly want to see it in person to make sure. Do you know where the 6 is located on the anvil? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted July 23, 2020 Author Share Posted July 23, 2020 I messaged Josh Kavett at the fisher museum And according to him it’s likely around 150lbs +/- the 6 is likely part of something like a year marking. But it’s definitely not 60 lbs because of the measurements are a good 3-4” Larger than a 60 lb fisher. Plus according to Josh the lugs mean 100+ lbs. but unfortunately I don’t know where the 6 is. I’m getting measurements of the hardy and face width on Monday by the seller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted July 27, 2020 Author Share Posted July 27, 2020 The hardy hole is 1.25 inches which would likely put it around 275 lbs based on a chart I saw. But measurements are not lining up well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted July 27, 2020 Author Share Posted July 27, 2020 Anyone got any ideas. I really can’t figure out how much it weighs so I don’t know what to bid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelonian Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 Is there any way you can see it in person before placing a bid? Did the seller give you the face width? From the photos it looks like it would be around 5" wide if the hardy hole is 1.25", but it's hard to measure because of the angle. Is there a direct overhead photo? It does look like a very nice anvil; I hope it works out for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 Josh is the expert on Fishers. Not having a "weighed weight" is like selling a car and not giving it's mileage. I generally find auctions a waste of energy and time and much more expensive that "finding" anvils in the wild. There is a twice yearly implement auction 2 miles from my shop that generally has an anvil or two; I haven't bothered to attend in over a decade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted July 28, 2020 Author Share Posted July 28, 2020 Josh said the hardy hole being 1.25 would put it around 275-300 lbs. they would not measure the face for me. I think I will treat it like a 150 lb anvil to be safe. And I can’t make it to the in person viewing. I’ve been comparing it to some other fishers and it looks identical nearly to a 250 pound fisher. Comparing to a 120 pound the Pritchel hole is something I’ve noticed. The hole doesn’t get much bigger relative to the face it seems so a 120 lb fisher has a Pritchel that’s much larger compared to the face of the anvil vs a 250 lb fisher. top view 250 lbs fisher 120 lbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stash Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 Hey Justin- here's specs from my Fisher 250# for your reference: Hardy hole 1 1/4 " sq. Base 11 1/2 x 12 1/2" plus mounting lugs, 13" tall. Face is 18 1/2" x 5 1/4". Overall length is 31" from tail to blunted tip. Hope this helps. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted July 28, 2020 Author Share Posted July 28, 2020 Thanks for the measurements! They help but the auctioneers didn’t take very good measurements so it’s hard to compare haha. They at least give me a rough estimate. Of what I should be looking for once I hopefully pick it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted August 1, 2020 Author Share Posted August 1, 2020 Well it’s mine. 200 lbs. 90-95% rebound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon Forge ClayWorks Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 Well done, use it in good health. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelonian Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 Looks great. Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted August 2, 2020 Author Share Posted August 2, 2020 Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 OOOH, PRETTY! Congratulations Justin, your great grandkids will brag to their friends about great grand dad the blacksmith while working on his anvil. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted August 2, 2020 Author Share Posted August 2, 2020 Thanks frosty! I’m pretty dang excited to try it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpservicesinc Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 Wow, nice anvil. Looks great.. The horn is a little longer and narrower then the 200lbs I have.. Yours is also in much better shape.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelonian Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 That looks like a very nice anvil as well. I've always liked the look of the later Fisher anvils. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted August 2, 2020 Author Share Posted August 2, 2020 The only markings mines got is the logo. The name. US is stamped on and a number 6 by itself. Scale said 203lbs. No year or weight marked on it oddly enough. it was dated 1930s by Josh at the fisher museum its for a few scratches and dings but is overall very nice. Also love how quiet it is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted August 2, 2020 Author Share Posted August 2, 2020 After doing some forging on it I see why everyone likes fisher anvils so much. They are just great! Haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 Your neighbors will love it too. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted August 2, 2020 Author Share Posted August 2, 2020 I still can’t believe that it’s quieter than my other anvil was when it was super tightly secured with a chain and magnet haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njanvilman Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 Fishers are great anvils. When you find a good one, it will be a lifetime anvil, and beyond for many generations. If you love your Fisher anvil, you will love to read the story of the company that produced them. Link to find and buy my book: shop.fishernorris.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlpservicesinc Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 I own the book and it's a great resource and very well layed out. I own a 200 and a 150. Very fine anvils for sure. Tha faces are very hard on the corners so keep this in mind when working there. The last photo of the new anvil nearly matches the jacket cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Topp Posted August 2, 2020 Author Share Posted August 2, 2020 Again I want to thank you for all your help on this anvil. I’ll definitely be purchasing your book soon as now I have 2 fishers I need information on haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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