[TheForge] Re: Box billows.

[marilyn traber 011221]

> You know, if I were looking for a compact period air source, I would 
> build a smaller round double bellows.  In fact there used to be a 
> small rivet forge with a double bellows under the fire pan.  I 
> really like working with a double bellow when using coal as it will: 
>  provide plenty of air,continue to provid air between strokes and 
> even out the air provided.   You could builod one that fit inder the 
> forge and was powered by your leg even.  It would collapse down 
> fairly well too for transport.
> 
> Charles

Well, I'm sure it would work, except:

1. I don't use coal
2. There will be no room under the forge
3. Double lung bellows are very late period, almost past the cut off of 1600, 
and the doubled single lung bellows are a pain in the tuchus, unless your 
forge is no bigger than a teacup.

I will eventually build a set of souble lung bellows, but, having seen all 
three in action, not to mention having used them, I think the box bellows 
will suit my needs best.

Phlip