[TheForge] Small power hammer question

[Chris Kilpatrick]

Hi Folks,
     I am looking at the "rusty" appalachian power hammer.  I am considering building something close.  I am thinking of building the step down mechanism (turning 3450 rpm into 144 rpm)  out of a bicycle rear wheel and the pedal mechanism.  It seems like it would be too flimsy, but looking at the "rusty", it appears that their pulley is not any more formidable than a mountain bike rim.
    Any thoughts?  And, please google the rusty appalachian power hammer before replying.

Thanks,

Chris K.

It is I who formed the blacksmith, 
who fans the flame into a fire and
fashions a weapon fit for it's work.


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