| Author | Message | ||
| Timothy Fox (Slickytfox)
New member Username: Slickytfox Post Number: 1 Registered: 4-2010 |
While cleaning up after an old tool shed on our property collapsed from this past winter's storms, I came across an old anvil. I have been lurking on the forum the past couple of days in hopes of identifying the anvil myself. A lot to learn in a short period of time I see. I have utilized the flour method and came across markings that to the best that I can see read like this. "+ 80 AF 21233" There is also a "U" on the underside of the face near the hardy hole. I had estimated it was 70 to 90 lbs. so I was close as I am pretty sure the 80 indicates how much it weighs. Here are some pics. Any help appreciated. [IMG]http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o80/slickytfox/McCleary087.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o80/slickytfox/McCleary088.jpg[/IMG] The pics are not that clear but they were the best I could provide. Thanks | ||
| Frank Turley (Frank_turley)
New member Username: Frank_turley Post Number: 26 Registered: 6-2009 |
It may read 121233. If so, I'm guessing 1913 +- two years, and I'm guessing it might be a Trenton, forged in Ohio. It would help to see the anvil's profile, side view. | ||
| Jon Mark Searcy (Jmsearcy)
New member Username: Jmsearcy Post Number: 1 Registered: 4-2011 |
I was given an old Wilkinson anvil for free. the horn and step is missing,and the anvil looks like it has been badly abused through the years. I can make out the old English weight markings as 1-0-1. the other markings on it I have no clue what they mean. Can anyone help me to find out any more information on it and possible value,or whether it is worth repairing or retire it to a museum.any help is greatly appreciated.               | ||
| joshua gingerich (Joshuaalan)
New member Username: Joshuaalan Post Number: 1 Registered: 5-2011 |
hello.. new to the forum, was wonderin if any one could help me date my anvil??? its a hay budden-serial#173589 has clip horn two pritchel holes one inch hardy also the anvil has the one inch square hole that tapers to a point in the throat. under the name bears the numbers 146. is that the weight or metal lot #? any info is useful. thanks in advance ta those that help me expand my knowledge | ||
| joshua gingerich (Joshuaalan)
New member Username: Joshuaalan Post Number: 2 Registered: 5-2011 |
any blacksmiths on this site any more??? or is there some other forum that I need ta sign up for?? also looking for coal distributors, knowledge of the trade, etc.. Still wonderin bout the age of my anvil, I dont have the resources right now to spend on the book "anvils in america" an buy all the material for my coal forge Im buildin. Sad this is true, but it is what it is. Heres a little bout me, Im a horseshoer who turns his own shoes, but i also am drawnta artistic blacksmithin due ta the attraction ta knowledge I have. An I see the potential that we have as blacksmiths ta change a nation. | ||
| Rick Crawford (Smoky_rick)
New member Username: Smoky_rick Post Number: 4 Registered: 1-2008 |
According to the book, serial numbers 170,000 - 180,000 should have been made in or around 1910. Smoky Rick | ||
| joshua gingerich (Joshuaalan)
New member Username: Joshuaalan Post Number: 4 Registered: 5-2011 |
Ahhh.. Thank you kindly Sir. I guess the next thing I would like to know would be...what are some good types of wood ta use for a stand? will oak or wallnut work or red ceder, do i go for denseness. I dont think ash or cotton wood be any good huh? | ||
| Rick Crawford (Smoky_rick)
New member Username: Smoky_rick Post Number: 5 Registered: 1-2008 |
I have one of ash (cut into lumber and bolted / nailed together) and one of lodgepole pine (just a big stump). Both seem to work fine, but I am just a hobbyist. Others may have other ideas, but I have seen folks with steel stands and wood. Just be happy with the height or you'll be re-making it. Might want to try some different things anyhow. Smoky Rick | ||
| Jon Mark Searcy (Jmsearcy)
New member Username: Jmsearcy Post Number: 2 Registered: 4-2011 |
Can anyone help me with information on my wilkinson anvil? posted above. haven't had anyone respond. please help. thank you | ||
| Jon Mark Searcy (Jmsearcy)
New member Username: Jmsearcy Post Number: 3 Registered: 4-2011 |
Can anyone help me with information on my wilkinson anvil? posted above. haven't had anyone respond. please help. thank you | ||
| jurgen wunderlich (Jurgenwunderlichgmailcom)
New member Username: Jurgenwunderlichgmailcom Post Number: 2 Registered: 8-2012 |
Hi,could anyone help me to identify my anvil please.69kg approx. 600mm long,270mm high,nice ring when struck.thanks to all of you.        | ||
| Ken Scharabok (Ken_scharabok)
New member Username: Ken_scharabok Post Number: 555 Registered: 3-2006 |
Hummm, thought I answered this. Last word of second line seems to be DUDLEY (England). Cannot determine manufacturer. |
