REPAIRING AN ANTIQUE BLACKSMITHING FORGE w/ 15 Year Old, Aspiring Blacksmith, Colton Mercer!
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- REPAIRING AN ANTIQUE BLACKSMITHING FORGE! Restoring Blacksmithing Tools Series Episode #3.
Today we are back at the Blacksmith shop at Old Mill Pond in Lindale, TX with a guest blacksmith, 15 year old COLTON MERCER! It was not only a pleasure to work with this young man and his dad, but a joy to see a passion for this traditional skill in the next generation!
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![Antique Forge & Anvil [Rescue]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/r4JYRbhJUP8/mqdefault.jpg)
Nice job repairing the old forge, it's a beauty. Great to see a young man doing something besides playing video games, and he's learning a skill that will feed him for life.
+James Zivny Right! I now have hope for the future!
It's so nice to see a young man like that getting involved. And a gift like that hammer was a nice touch! Very nice
What a good young, hard working and knowledgable young man. Hopefully the attention he gets from this video moving forward is positive and he does well within his trade.
+Jason Steele Im gonna have to show him this comment! Thanks Jaaon.
This channel just keeps getting better each time - love to see young blood learning real skills. Keep on doing what you're doing, the content and camera action is great! Well done, everyone!
+Tony Watson Wow! Thank you Tony!
Nice that you gave him the sledge you just recovered the young man needs some tools good job Colton
+John Wilimczyk I agree. His forge runs cold so its hard for him to forge thicker steels. Now that he has access to better equipment he plans to make more tools.
Thoroughly enjoyed that and seeing the old historic machinery being looked after and restored, our history is so important.
Ive always been a fan of blacksmithing i might learn to do some of it myself
love the Bag pipe music and all the good work you are doing !
+aaron brown Thanks Aaron! More bagpipes it is!;)
Really enjoying this series!
+John Hunter Thanks John.
Absolute pleasure watching you guys work together.
what an awesome skill for a young man to learn!!! I wish there were more opportunities for my sons to apprentice!
+Christina Perez I agree! I wish every man would take a bit of tome to mentor young men. The world would be a better place.
The Good of the Land , so so SO true! thank you for being a part of a young man's development!
+Christina Perez It is a pleasure and mutually beneficial.
colton is a star! i think we've got a future master blacksmith there lol
That was awesome, you all did a great job. Very impressed with Colton.
I love your videos. Looking forward to seeing more blacksmithing videos.
Looks like you had a great time! I really enjoyed watching that :-)
Thanks!
Another epic vlog.... enjoy watching you and your channel so much,inspiration a plenty if I was state side I would definitely come visit
Love that anvil sing!!!
I like it. Do it some more.
Anytime the the fun becomes a job, because I get too serious, I stop and watch this video. Proving you CAN have loads of fun, even when your shop and/or tools are in need of work.
Love the ring of that anvil. Thats incredibly awesome to see a young man learning the trade. Somebody teach him how to hold a hammer! :)
Big Thanks to our guest blacksmith, 15 year old Colton Mercer! We had a blast working on this old forge with this talented young man and his dad! Colton is an extremely hard worker and a promising blacksmith for the next generation!
Check out our new blacksmithing shirt!! teespring.com/forge-your-own-path-blacksmith All profits will support our work to restore the blacksmith's shop at Old Mill Pond!
The Good of the Land loved every minute Justin! Colton is a very talented young man, great video brother👍🏼
+BUSHCRAFTER 1973 He is a great young man!
This is going to be a great series!
When is the next time you'll be working out there
Good smithing, but shame on y'all for not wearing earplugs while that anvil was ringing like a bell.
A way to keep the anvil down is wrapping a chain around it and nailing it to the base of the wood
+Matthew Excellent.
The Good of the Land i did it to mine and it works perfect barely any ring either
awesomeness
+kavack 13 It would be more awesome if we were in ALASKA!;)
The Good of the Land HaHaHaHaHa too cold!
but good if you're stuck in a forge all day!
i like the Scottish bagpipes
Some asshole already gave u a thumbs down? Really? People suck! This is an amazing video and one badass channel!!! Thumbs way up brother!! 👍👍👍
If the ringing is too loud for your liking, you can dampen it by wrapping some chain around the anvil.
Great work.
I live in the Lindale area and just took down a large oak tree.. let me know the length and diameter of the stump you need for the anvil base and I'll get you one cut.
ey i used to live there
Great Video 😄 You really need a new Base for that anvil, it's ringing and shaking way too much. I got one question: Where is the music from? 😄
Not only Wood Thanks! The misic is from epidemicsound.com
Not only Wood , an anvil should have a nice ring to it..
+Dustin Bess You are correct!:)
Was not expecting the bagpipes. I love bagpipes
this music remind me of baby finger where are you
Great to see young people wanting to get into blacksmithing these days, it's a dying art that needs to continue for generations to generations to come, good job.
there's nothing like re-discovering your true calling....kid also needs a leather wrist band.....yes, they actually have a purpose other than as heavy metal accoutraments.
I could tell by the ringing of the anvil it must be loose, my railroad track anvil rang until I mounted it on the 4X4's, (4" x 1/2" lag screws, 2 each side), then it was quiet, then I unbolted it and added a good thick layer of silicone and rebolted it down, made sure it's going to stay quiet!
Hi, grest video & love the shirt. i have a question for you. I recently found a 1902 champion coal forge and blower for my hubby, it is very similar to one of the forges in your video. He was told that if he heats it up and uses it that the cast iron (forge) may crack due to its age. What would you recommend for a layer of reinforcement/ what would you do in this situation? Ty for your time
Only 2 reasons duct tape won't fix something:
A. It ain't broke in the first place.
B. Not using enough duct tape.
Another quality video I'm loving seeing this old equipment being brought back to life and Colton is a fantastic young guy his dad should be extremely proud of him. Keep up the good work brother.
+Not Just VanLife Thank you!
Colton, if you read this comment, i think we can be good friends. We both like forging. Except i like guns, and cars too so i may not be as devoted to forging as you. Im also the same age as you.
+Brother Blacksmith I will make sure he gets this!
Brother Blacksmith hey this is Colton from the video and I just subscribed to your channel. It is awesome that you have the knowledge to work on cars.
+Colton Wayde Good to see you here Colton!
Colton Wayde thanks. Also thanks for subscribing
that place is very good place for young enthusiast for getting blacksmithing experience and learn first hand experience in repairing tools.
Wait a minute. I thought that's how you defined a man, by the calluses and blisters on his hands. Eh, who am I though, my hands are smooth and soft. Matter of fact, its about time for my mani pedi. hahaha. Looks like a ton of fun. Keep it up. :)
You should put up an Amazon link to the "Blacksmith" t-shirt, and make a few bucks.
Just started watching your channel and boy is it good. Im getting in to blacksmithing myself so keep the vids coming.
+Zeandre Outram Thanks brother! Will do.
Awesome video! Keep up the good work! Just a tip, however: Don't push your thumb against the handle of the hammer when swinging, it can cause early arthritis. Wrap that thumb around!!
GOOD WORK FOR A YOUNG MAN, BUT YOU ALL BEAT THE POOR LIL HOT CUT TO DEATH
Some folks do cut off, all the way through. Others will score the stock and break it off. Either way. But I advocate breaking it off. Saves the hammer face. Saves the cut off hardie.
That young man gives me hope for the newest generation. If he doesn't inspire his peers nobody will.
+DLB Knives Right!? Can't wait for saturday, he is going to come mack down!
What coal did you use in that pump forge? I have one exactly like that I'm restoring and I'm just curious to know if it needs to be cooler burning or what
I love the pinging sound of very high quality steel. And that Blacksmith Tee shirt is fantastic....get a dozen
A project isn't good unless a little pain is involved
Can you post pictures of the "pump" forge? I picked one up, and I need to repair it, but I haven't been able to find a picture of a working one.
Looks like your going to have her as good as new in no time. Thanks for sharing.
I mount my anvils on 2x12 on edge boards with a all thread to hold the vertical sandwich together. I used to demonstrate in SC on the road and this base would allow me to put my anvil anywhere and it would self level. Jim
The old timers would bed an anvil with fresh horse manure. Most anvils will rock on a log, so a good bedding makes it stop rocking.
Your flat plate forge is designed to have a thick layer of refractory cement on it. This holds the fire and keeps it from burning out the table.
a old black smith here in iowa once taught me that if you use your shoulder to rotate your swing when hammering it will not make you as sore after doing it alot. ive seen in your videos that you use your elbow he says that will hurt alot more. ive only made a few nails with him so i dont know , it looks like you do alot more than me so you could tell me. cheers
What brand of forge are you using to heat the metal. I am trying to repair one that looks like that one and I believe some parts are missing from the center of the drive wheel.
Man if I lived close enough you'd never get me out of that place. I hate that I have to wait for the weather to cool down before I can start forging again. Little much to be pounding on hot steel in 115º Phoenix heat.
+AZ Patriot I lived in Mesa. HOT! My first Texas summer was quiet comfortable;)
this was a great video i need to get down there from San Antonio and check it out iv always wanted to do some blacksmithing maybe ill get a chance to try it
Much better video less advertisement'y and more wholesome family fun.
Great video and channel. Keep your thumb off the top of the handle, this will relieve fatigue in your hand. 👍🏽⚒
+Rick Nowlin Thanks for the tip! Its going to be a hard habit to break. It's how I've held my body hammers dor years!
You should apply for being on Forged In Fire on the History Channel!
That fine young man choking up on that hammer is gone wreck his knuckles on his work or that hardie
Has anyone else noticed the risk of welding with exposed skin?😂 its not fun
Hey Blacksmith put your safety glasses on around the saw.
It’s cool that you are so in touch with the people who come out to your worksite. If I weren’t flat on my back waiting For back surgery (3 years now...thanks VA efficiency) id finish my turn of the C dairy farm and home complete with an enormous dairy barn turned into a 40,000sq’ wood shop, welding and blacksmiths shop and leather shop all to produce goods for sale and trade in our area. I’m so looking forward to getting up on my feet again.
Yup-yup! Looks like a lot of fun! This is where work is fun no doubt!
Wish there were more young people were interest in these craftmanships. Great little snapshot back in time and how things were made! Had kind of a crazy day, this was a nice break to get refocused. Amazing stuff! From Fabricated parts on new vehicles to restoring 100 year old engines and blacksmith stations!
+Neil F Glad I could help! New vid out tomorrow!
Love the video, my ears are still ringing from that Columbian, small piece of rubber hose on the horn will soften it immensely. If you Instagram find me@ richarddavidchapple. Check out the Kerrihard in operation
+Richard Chapple Thanks Richard! Just set up our instagram.will do!
For future reference, when forging a corkscrew-type tool/design/whatever, once you have the first bend, using the step on the anvil to turn out the twist is a lot easier than using the horn. Basically, what you do is bend the metal to a 90 degree angle (or whichever degree, really) and the place the metal so that it's touching to front edge of the step and the edge of the striking surface of the anvil. Once at that point, if you strike the metal towards the inside of the step and that'll bend the metal. After that, just keep rotating the metal while striking and you'll get a nice, even curve. The slower you turn (or faster you strike, depending on which of the two you keep at an even pace) the tighter the curve and the tighter your corkscrew. The faster you turn or the slower your hammer, the wider the curve and the wider your corkscrew.
(P.s. forgive the length of the comment and the poor explanation. I'm not good with words)
+Jackson Vladimir I believe i understand. THANKS! Love the long comments!
Love the videos! I am very interested to see what other hand tools as well as machines you will be using/restoring! I am an antique tool nut myself and love seeing people using these great tools. They have lasted 100 plus years and after you are done I am sure they will last another 100+ years! Keep these videos coming please!
Best channel on youtube right now! LOVE the fixing of old machinery. So satisfying to see the junky oil plop out.
+Jake Jemas Wow! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Greetings from Australia! Really enjoying your videos - just discovered your channel and it's on my subscribed list now
+Andy Hunne Thanks Andy! So glad you are here with us! We have several decent older vids for you to check out if you like!
I have started watching your videos as I have only started to forge at home and move steel. I love your positive and can do attitude and your obvious passion for this craft.. Keep the amazing videos coming!!
Love blacksmithing. I did a little back in 2004-2005
Michael W. Excellent!
listen pal yae cany use scottish bagpipes wils an intro of an american home
When forging remember to keep your thumb off the top of the hammer. There is a nerve ending there that can cause problems with your neck/ shoulder. I forge full time at a local shop and that's one thing we stress to everyone that takes classes from us.
Great Video The Good of the Land, Thanks for sharing, did you look at the small forge I picked up, I sent you pic's.
+Perry Denman No, let me check!
I enjoy all the stuff you do at the museum it’s very interesting. I was wondering about you battery operated die grinder. What brand were to get. One and so one. Any way thanks keep up the good work sir
U Da Man, " J " Great Job on them Whackky-Bangy Thingy's ! ATB Terry God Bless
+terry milburn Ha! Excellent!
La más bonita música,un martillo sobre un yunque
That anvil sounds great! Nice ring to it! Are you planning on resurfacing it? Maybe weld a new square plate on top?
Watching from Sweden, I could tell you had a great time! Nice video, thumbs up!👍
+Fredrick Nordfeldt Thanks Fredrick!
Bit of linseed oil for the hammer and maybe your soft spot lol.
That forge is good as new now. That young man knew what he was doing. Pretty awesome!
+Lone Star Living He is cool!
What a wonderful shop! those royal blowers are the quietest ever made. btw what oil are you using? ATF works for me.
+Targus Mack we just through in what we had which was 10/30 but ats makes perfect sense!
This has been a great channel to find on RUclips. It is wonderful to see you and others restoring and rebuilding the forge and sharing your knowledge. Thank you for your efforts.
+Paul Parce Thank you! New vid on the way!
That is one skill I would love to learn someday. Just the smell of a blacksmiths shop makes me want to stay there all day. Great video.
+James Easland Thanks James! I feel you Brother!
thats what its all about, friendship, craftsmanship and fun... saw all 3 there. well done boys.
+Chris Rowan Thanks Chris!
Always good to see a young man with a very good work ethic and willing to learn and actually do something. :)
This is great watching young people taking an interest in some of the older ways. Not many want to work like this young man.
+David Furr Sad isnt it. We were there from eight to five with no lunch!
Really enjoyed the series. Great to see y’all bring those tools and that shop back to life.
Thanks for showing Just me but dam I could watch this for hours ! Have fun .
+Chris Parlow We have plenty more to come.
I’d love to visit your museum and help You wrench on some of your hit an miss Engines for You and get them running
+Spirit of the wolf Bush Wiccan Love to have you!
Very nice. Very lucky too to have all that awsome stuff. Slap a chain on that anvil to take the ring down
+John Cox Thanks John!
I got a cracked Forge how should I fix it
Enjoyed the video but pinging made my tinnitus come through my teeth. Might need to turn sound off next time
really enjoyed that, Post again soon. Tim
Love this video series, can't wait to see some more! Awesome of you to help out a young smith with a gift of that really nice sledge.
WOO!!! Wrap a chain around that anvil or something, quiet that ring down. My earbuds are crying. Other than that, great video :D Always nice to see restoration and reuse of good tools :D
+Andrew Barker No doubt! I am bringing a magnet tomorrow.
+Andrew Barker Done! We finally got her muffled today and it was so much nicer!
I have the same blower that I just restored, those are great blowers lots of air and easy to crank.
+Skillful Blacksmithing It has alot more volume than mine thats for sure!
DON'T turn that champion blower's handle counter clock wise! Unless it has always been turned that way (the wrong way) you will wear the gears to the other direction and there you will get more "slack" in the gears!
+LarsBio Thank you! I really appreciate the tip. I had no idea. Thats probably why the other one failed. Ant chance you know where to find a new set of gears?
You're welcome. Usually it's the bronze gear that wears out the first. These gears are not sold anymore unfortunately. Maybe you can find someone who can cast and machine them ? You can find a video of Joey van der Steeg who disassembled his champion 400 and cleaned it up that may be helpful too.
Great Video. It's nice to see young people keeping the old time crafts alive.
+The Texian Patriot Amen!