Dano50 Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Greetings to you all. I've been spending some time over the past several months reading all I can on the art of blacksmithing. In that time I have looked through the ABANA site plus several others and found this one to look at discussions regarding the hobbyist. Extemely interesting. Currently I am convincing myself to obtain some 4X4 bar stock to create my first, relatively inexpensive anvil along with a home-made forge created from a brake drum. I am looking forward to gleaning as much information as I can. Currently living in Southern Oregon (Klamath Falls). I did talk to one of the few local 'smiths here (shop in a small community off HWY 140) who graciously told me I could visit when (and if) I find the time. This is such a far cry from what I do for a living (CPA specializing in taxation), I am a little nervous about it all. By way of history I am the son of a CWA (communication worker) union member and shop steward, I worked my way through school doing various jobs (nights store manager, drywaller, construction, etc), and I am no stranger to hard physical labor. So, hello to you all, I am looking forward to trying my hand at this for fun and recreation. Thank you all for an informative and interesting site. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Browne Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Welcome to IFI Dan. Looks like you are doing it all correctly, getting the info before jumping in. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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