Hi!

My father was just forced into retirement from blacksmithing by a severe heart attack, so I'm trying to help him sell a lot of his blacksmith (& horse shoeing) equipment. I'd really welcome any tips for websites or forums where I can list it- and values. He was in business for himself for about 35 years, has a lot of very old and sturdy stuff, and has always taken the best care of it. I really want to make sure I can help him by getting him the best price. Also, he doesn't know how to use a computer, so I'm really hoping to be able to access a bigger market this way.

The biggest item is a Little Giant 25lb Power Hammer (serial #1475). I've done some research and think this could be worth around $3,000.00.

If anybody is interested in the hammer, knowing what we've got to sell, or has any tips, we'd really appreciate it!

Thanks,

Jill (& Jack) Malusky, Malusky Farms, Homerville, Ohio

You could post it here in the Tailgating section, there are lots of people here looking for tools,

Homerville, thats almost home for me. I grew up in Spencer.

Google horseshoes.com and try the classified there. Sorry about your Dad.

ebay always brings big dollar for blacksmithing tools and equipment.
You can post on here and other blacksmithing web-sites but be sure to post with pictures.

welder19

Craigslist is a good place and it doesn't cost to list.

Howdy from East TEXAS!! Sorry to hear about your Dad, I would love to stand at the forge to watch and learn from him. All the above places mentioned are good places to list these items, eBay being the best to bring top $$. If you list your LG on eBay I would suggest that you put a reserve on it, that means you will not sale for less that that price. Also, list for pick-up only. GOOD, CLEAR pictures speak volumes, and take plenty. Take a shot of the dies as most want to see what shape they are in and also the babbit areas, serial #, motor, full front, and full side. Good luck. Oh yea, anvils sale for a premium on eBay! (set a reserve!)

Wow- thanks for all the kind words and suggestions! I'll get going on Craigslist and Ebay. I appreciate all the advice!:D

Jill,
I sent you a private message on IFI.
Philip

I'm sorry to hear about your father...

But, if you are located in Homerville, Ohio, then you aren't too far away from me(~51 miles).

Anyway, Ebay is a great option (just tell us your name so we can find what you list!).