[TheForge] Fire pot depth - opinions wanted

[Larry and Pat Brown]

I find that sometimes the coal dictates what kind of fire you make, I find 
that the amount of fines and size of chunks make a difference. Coal with a 
lot of fines I find likes a smaller fire with just enough to coke being 
pulled into the edges at a time. I learned on larger chunks and usually 
used a large fire, dealing with the fines was a learning experience when I 
changed coal .
L Brown




>It is interesting to hear how experienced smiths handle their fire.  The new
>smith will be able to pick and choose, just like we did.  And it's never to
>late for an old dog to learn a new trick or two.  My philosophy for the
>day - not that anyone needs it.  Now it's past time to get back to the
>forge, as time is a wastin.
>
>Dick