Feb 16, 2010 · I recently purchased 30 blacksmithing ebooks on eBay for $5. A little research and I came up with some details. All of them are works published prior to 1923, so they are in the public …

Jul 13, 2009 · Ray Clontz Tire Hammer Plans by Clay Spencer These plans are for a 50 lb. power hammer that uses the rear axle and hub from a front drive car and emergency spare tire and weighs …

Apr 29, 2014 · I have the two burner blacksmith forge by Diamondback Ironworks. It works really good for general bladesmithing. It is a great size, easy to use, and is very portable; Dennis makes a quality …

Dec 24, 2020 · North American Bladesmith and Blacksmith Directory 46 posts North American Bladesmith & Blacksmith Directory / Marketplace By Lorne W., January 7 Forges, Tools, Equipment …

Jan 27, 2012 · Hey guys, I'm looking at building a new general use forge. I've got a vertical forge already and that works great for HT and forge welding, but it's kinda crap for general knife …

Jan 11, 2007 · At present, I do more blacksmith work than knife making, but I use a 2.5 lb hammer for normal stuff, and only grab the 3 lb when I need to draw out a large piece.

Dec 14, 2023 · I’m not a blacksmith … but I wonder if the higher oxygen atmosphere in the induction forge presents a problem with more material loss due to oxidation of the surface? I've been kinda …

Aug 21, 2013 · Here it is referenced in a letter to the editor of American Blacksmith where the author is making a point of work being done by anvil is faster than with drop-forge. Pretty interesting. The …

Apr 26, 2019 · Having never pushed hot metal, I joined a local blacksmith's organization recently so I could become exposed to forge, fire and tools. Last night at the gathering, I noticed several guys …

Aug 19, 2011 · They were made in Monterrey, Mexico by an American blacksmith that established himself in the 1940's. Form what I head, they were made out of chevy spring leaves. I remember …