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How do i start a cheap forge?

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Mr. Woolery:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=m-R6iY-mY-Y&t=137s

Simple, versatile, and not too different from a lot of forges from a lot of cultures all over the world. Except for being raised off the ground because European smithing is normally done standing up, not squatting.

I prefer gas because I have limited time. I can turn it on and be hot in a few minutes, then turn it off and walk away when done. Other people prefer solid fuels for very valid reasons. But consider your reasons for one over the other. If you build a cheap forge and it won’t work for you (neighbors complain about coal smoke, maybe), you lost that money and effort. If you build a forge that will do the job, you’ve made an investment.

I do stand by what I said before. A class is a very good investment to make.

Patrick

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