[TheForge] Re: big anvil

[John Frankl]

I absolutely agree. I am not sure about general smithing, but for
bladesmithing, a big anvil is often in the way, particularly when
attempting to forge in the blade bevels. Also, in a one man shop with a
power hammer and/or hydraulic press, the anvil is used for finesse work,
not major metal moving.

John

On Wed, 19 Jun 2002, Hufford, David wrote:

> I think the quest for a big anvil is often a status thing; like owning the largest SUV.  I have a 350-lb PW, which I love, but it's actually too large for some work.  I probably use my 142-pounder more often.  Seems to me a 500+ anvil would be awkward at times.  Of course, depends on what sort of forging you do.  I once had the opportunity to buy a 640-lb (make unknown, but in perfect condition, from a old locomotive shop) for $700.  It would have been cool, but not practical for me.  However, wish I had it now to sell on E-bay!
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> David Hufford
> Richmond KY USA
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