Spent some time on the forge today and I have no real plans for the weekend. I am looking forward to getting back in the swing of things.
I worked on the kitchen accesory again today (I promise pictures soon...). However, tomorrow I think I will work on the clock. I have been idle on that too long...
A chronicle of my attempts to create an early clock using only traditional techniques.
Friday, July 27, 2007
Getting back in the groove
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Glad to see you back. I may finally be able to start building a forge again! (Photos will follow)....
I know that you were working on buying a new house. Are you able to setup a forge there then?
Yes yes yes yes! There is a hardpan corner in the backyard, with neighbors that won't mind a working forge. (we sit between a cabinetmaking shop and a hot rod shop.)
So, I am preparing to scrounge smithy pieces as we speak. (I don't have any of the major pieces yet).
If you haven't had a chance yet, check out your local blacksmithing group. If you don't know who it is, look at http://www.abana.org/affiliates/affiliate_list.shtml and they may have it listed. Your local group should help you get started.And remember, my first forge was made from a brake drum, my first blower was a hair dryer with a rheostat added and my first anvil was a cheap 55# Harbor Freight POS.
Thanks for the information resources- I suppose I should finally join ABANA, now that I am actually going to be smithing again.
Ha! I have those brake drum plans! The only problem is that I got so SPOILED using the gear at Squire Boone's forge, but hopefully, I can avoid the Harbor Freight POS anvil.
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