archiphile Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 As stated above I had my first sale today. It wasn't much, but it is a start. I am really happy today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tech413 Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 What did you sell? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayco Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Good for you! James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steeltoe762 Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 pretty cool feelin gettin paid for something you created isnt it. I'm goin to do a final install today on my first job. Now I can get paid and buy my new anvil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mende Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Good work man!. . Like a famous philosopher that goes by the name of Flavor Flave said "They'ze got to pay me boiii!!!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archiphile Posted December 13, 2008 Author Share Posted December 13, 2008 I sold a Hoof pick and 3 Halter Hooks. I like the Flavor Flave remark. It is a great feeling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flaming S Forge Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 It's a great feeling to create something for a customer, have them give you the smile of satisfaction, and getting paid to do it. Good luck as this blacksmithing addiction keeps growing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlarkin Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Better yet! I manage a lumber yard as my real job. I have been in my office and heard people come up to the sales counter and ask. "where are the BBQ tools?" My sales people direct them to my office, where I keep a couple sets hanging on the wall. I have had people come in and buy a set, then come back and get more for gifts. One person has so far bought a single flipper, a 2 piece set, flipper and fork, and 3 3 piece sets, flipper, fork, and spatula. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MetalMuncher Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Sweet man! Its a really good feeling, I know. Peace! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.Willis Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Congrats!!! Now it is in your blood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug C Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Good feeling isn't it. Congrats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dief Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 You have been assimiliated by the Forge! Resistance is futile!! Way to go!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolf mtn Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 Getting past the stone walls and learning curves doesn't seem so bad when a forever lasting warm feeling of success and satisfaction overtakes you. When I look back at my first pieces, i, for a second, think how did i ever get excited about that; then i remember it wasn't just the work in the piece, it was also the feeling I had of thrill that someone could appreciate something I made. that feeling should never go away. (or your getting stagnant in your work and it's time to learn something new). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highlander Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 my first sale was a railroad spike letter opener on eBay. feels good doesn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creek Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 That's the start of something really good. You might want to check out the blacksmiths anounamous thread now that you will be getting that iron itch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwmotley Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 Congrats!!! It is a good feeling isn't it? Welcome to the addiction! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobDobbs Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 No hope for you now. Welcome to the addiction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archiphile Posted December 15, 2008 Author Share Posted December 15, 2008 I have been working with metal (as a professional welder) since 1996. I have had the "Itch" for sometime now. I love this stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strongback Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 congrats! Hopefully, your fortune will be "catching" and some of us other beginers with have its smile shine on us.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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