[TheForge] To Nathan the new guy

[Vincent Nakovics]

Nathan, 
  I recommend that you look around and see what other shaped material is available for next to nothing. Railroad track stood on it's end is fine, but there are others that provide a wider base and sufficient rebound to meet your needs. Anvils of old were square blocks. Having said that, as others have said contact a blacksmith affiliate to get off on the right foot. Remember to work the metal hot, we have gotten spoiled by improved steels in the anvils and thus work our metal a bit too cool sometimes. At least I have done and am sure will do so in the future without making an effort not to. 
Good Luck! and Happy Hammerin'

See ya at the Forge!!!

Vince Nakovics
 
"It was done that way by the Master before, and the one before him, What need to write it down?"

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