My Fontanini 460 should be here next week. I'm like a kid on XMas Eve. I routed out and put in sand like you did on my current Kohlswa. It definitely does wonders for reducing ring and noise. I'll be doing quite similar to what you've done here with the exceptions of; the working side of the block will be shaved off; the off side of the block will have a shelf to catch tools, etc. and some tool holder rings. I have a 'everything is one wheels' rule in my shop when possible. In the case of this stand I'll be cutting two slots as wide apart as possible so that pallet jack tines can go under the stand so I can move it around. I hadn't thought about a toe carveout as I don't recall ever bumping my toes against the current stand but I have a feeling I'm going to incorporate that feature anyway. I hate to steal ideas but I'm probably going to have to carve in church windows now that I've seen you do it. 🙂 Awesoem job dude; for an awesome anvil!
Nice I love all the thoughtful details you e planned out. It will be great! I really like having the extra room for my feet to get underneath it. Makes it much easier to get good form when swinging a hammer at it all day
Very neat job! I just went and picked up the very same anvil. Luckily, Steve lives in my neck of the woods and I was able to drive up to his shop to pick it up. Really like the idea using a router cutting out the foot shape on the stump. Makes for a very clean job.
Thank you! Would love to see Steve’s shop. It really sits nice and firm and has never moved. Steve told me he recommended putting it on a bed of sand and I’m glad I did it that way
Awesome job on the base! You have inspired me to make an oak base for my Fontanini anvil when it arrives. I was leaning towards a metal frame initially but Steve’s anvils have such a great old world look and I think the burnt oak would complement nicely. I enjoy your videos. You turn out incredible cookware
Very nice job Ryan. Congratulations on your new tool /toy my friend. Hopefully you get great use out of it my friend Ryan. Can't wait to see more videos. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Forge on. Keep making. God bless.
Hey Ryan nice job and congrats on the anvil! I bet you could make some amazing furniture as well. This make me think of the time you made a desk for jessie.
Came across your video on forging a Steele pan, thought it was very cool as I own a 42 year old family restaurant by the name of stagecoach in a small California town. I am also a amateur blacksmith...but I am interested in supporting your work, I’ll visit your website.
Just bought a Fontanini anvil too. Why were you saying it was dangerous to use the router to carve out the imprint on top of the stump? I am pretty inexperienced in Anvils, etc.
The bit needed is very aggressive and can get snagged up on knots and kick back. It would eat right through your hand in seconds if it hits you. Be careful!
My Fontanini 460 should be here next week. I'm like a kid on XMas Eve. I routed out and put in sand like you did on my current Kohlswa. It definitely does wonders for reducing ring and noise. I'll be doing quite similar to what you've done here with the exceptions of; the working side of the block will be shaved off; the off side of the block will have a shelf to catch tools, etc. and some tool holder rings. I have a 'everything is one wheels' rule in my shop when possible. In the case of this stand I'll be cutting two slots as wide apart as possible so that pallet jack tines can go under the stand so I can move it around. I hadn't thought about a toe carveout as I don't recall ever bumping my toes against the current stand but I have a feeling I'm going to incorporate that feature anyway. I hate to steal ideas but I'm probably going to have to carve in church windows now that I've seen you do it. 🙂 Awesoem job dude; for an awesome anvil!
Nice I love all the thoughtful details you e planned out. It will be great! I really like having the extra room for my feet to get underneath it. Makes it much easier to get good form when swinging a hammer at it all day
That is the most practical, functional Anvil stand I have ever seen, and of course it has the cool Factor, I like the sand idea
Thanks yea it works great!
Awesome video! Seems a lot of RUclipsrs have a fontanini anvil. They seem really nice. Can't wait to see her in action!!!
Thanks! Hoping to get more videos up soon
Beautiful anvil & stand.
Thank you very much!
Very neat job! I just went and picked up the very same anvil. Luckily, Steve lives in my neck of the woods and I was able to drive up to his shop to pick it up. Really like the idea using a router cutting out the foot shape on the stump. Makes for a very clean job.
Thank you! Would love to see Steve’s shop. It really sits nice and firm and has never moved. Steve told me he recommended putting it on a bed of sand and I’m glad I did it that way
Looks great! The toe kick is a great idea.
Excellent job. 🤟
Awesome job on the base! You have inspired me to make an oak base for my Fontanini anvil when it arrives. I was leaning towards a metal frame initially but Steve’s anvils have such a great old world look and I think the burnt oak would complement nicely. I enjoy your videos. You turn out incredible cookware
Good Lord, that is one beautiful anvil and equally wonderful stand. Great work! Thank you for sharing.
She's a monster. Definitely a prized possession
Without a doubt
So interesting! Thanks for sharing!
Your welcome! Thanks for watching!
Very nice job Ryan. Congratulations on your new tool /toy my friend. Hopefully you get great use out of it my friend Ryan. Can't wait to see more videos. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Forge on. Keep making. God bless.
Awsome again
Thank you I appreciate the support
Beautiful anvil! Nice video! Congrats on the new addition to the shop!
Looks good.
Well done,, sir.
Thank you!
I believe that Black Bear Forge has the same design anvil.
He sure does! Best combo of form and function and made in the USA by Steve Fontanini
Someday there will be one in my shop.
Made in the USA? Nice to know some things can still be home grown.
Indeed it is! Always support other U.S. makers when I can. These are made by Steve Fontanini in Wyoming
Hey Ryan nice job and congrats on the anvil! I bet you could make some amazing furniture as well. This make me think of the time you made a desk for jessie.
Beautiful anvil, and great job mounting it. How about a shop tour?
Good idea and reminder! I have been planning a shop tour. Hoping to get around to that soon
That is a big boy anvil
Came across your video on forging a Steele pan, thought it was very cool as I own a 42 year old family restaurant by the name of stagecoach in a small California town. I am also a amateur blacksmith...but I am interested in supporting your work, I’ll visit your website.
Nice Job My Friend!! I just did subscribe to your channel!! See ya again real soon!!
Thanks for the sub!
Just bought a Fontanini anvil too. Why were you saying it was dangerous to use the router to carve out the imprint on top of the stump? I am pretty inexperienced in Anvils, etc.
The bit needed is very aggressive and can get snagged up on knots and kick back. It would eat right through your hand in seconds if it hits you. Be careful!
@@stagecoachfarmforge OK, thank you for the guidance.
Well i guess its ok, its not that i am jealous not me o know. i am good.
How much does an anvil like this cost?
$2800