Making a Forge Hood and Anvil Stand

[@robshamel3210]

I like how you "sanded" that anvil stand...😉

[@skullandspade]

I thought that's what folks meant by sanding....

[@HandToolRescue]

Now, what if, instead of sand in the anvil base, you used Cap'n Crunch's Crunch Berries: Oops! All Berries breakfast cereal? Why that specific variation of Cap'n Crunch you ask? Because I am not a peasant like those Cap'n Crunch's Mystery Volcano Crunch-loving pieces of shit.

[@skullandspade]

I knew you were an oops all berries kind of guy. And now I'm off to the grocery store where the cereal flows like wine.

[@Ysmtt]

"I was thinking something with a bit more..fire" Brett, you're in a desert mate

[@skullandspade]

Indeed I am.

[@brianhartfield8385]

"Why are you like this?!?"... "Reasons..." As good an answer as needed. Excellent work Capn'!!! I look forward to the many new projects that will come forth from the new ship shop. I do also look forward to seeing how your anvil stand serves you.

[@skullandspade]

Cheers Brian. I’m well excited

[@larsokland]

Both the hood and the anvil stand looks great! I like how Trucker Hat Brett is like the scrappy, quiet, just-get-to-it, no nonsense dude from the desert, and normal and/or Scrunchy Brett is the lovable, enthusiastic, dorky yet confident, comitted captain! :) Those guys are my favorites!

[@skullandspade]

They're alright

[@GetToKnowNature]

How marvelous to see the shop coming together. It must feel awfully good.

[@skullandspade]

It feels great. Slow and steady.

[@matthewb8229]

I have zero intention of ever blacksmithing, and this comes up in my reccomendations. I think, "A forge hood and anvil stand, you say? Let's see what you got, cowboy." Good stuff right there!

[@skullandspade]

Well thanks for tagging along!

[@lesliemcafee2957]

Oh, man! Now I’m going to think of you every time I look at the vent pipe hole in the sunroom ceiling! I’m glad to see things are starting to look like “home.” Love, Mom

[@skullandspade]

Home indeed.

[@cd-r8419]

Can't wait to see the magic from that shop. Just keep the fire extintor on hand. (I admire that you have cojones to make a forge next to a wooden wall... in desert)

[@skullandspade]

Learning to control/respect the fire makes it a lot easier

[@CraftsWithEllen]

Good to see you striking hot metal again. Feels like you're home. Well done.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you ms. Ellen. Looking forward to your new space

[@JTWoodworks]

It's funny how the black pipe and fittings are sold as a shelf bracket. The shop's coming along nicely

[@skullandspade]

Right? Premade "brackets" with 3 pieces you can buy 2 aisles over.

[@nathanjohansen7169]

Look out. Companies are making black pipe lookalikes that are thinner walled and not actually useable as a pipe. They are designed to be only shelving with an industrial pipe appearance.

[@FigmentsMade]

Now that's a marvelous sight.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Figmaiden.

[@calcagnomartinj]

This anvil base its a masterpice! Good idea in use cedar wood! And the forge and the plasticine too!! Great video!!!!!💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🔥🔥😃🛠

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Brother! Good luck with your forge!

[@raynoladominguez4730]

I like the entire build, but that anvil stand fascinates me to no end; so solid and safe.

[@skullandspade]

Indeed, but prepare yourself, for the next video will include something truly wonderful ; )

[@raynoladominguez4730]

Brett McAfee - shall do Captain,.. I dance with anticipation.

[@HardcoreSlot]

I half expected to see more and more band-aids as the hood was going together ending with mummified hands at the end. Also that shelf bracket was brilliant.

[@skullandspade]

Hahahah, we definitely gained a few cuts in the process.

[@sgsax]

Two-for-one day is always my favorite. Shop is looking better every time we see it. Thanks for sharing!

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU Seth!

[@MakerGeek]

Nice setup. watching these always gets me thinking about setting up some kind of basic forge...

[@skullandspade]

DO IT!

[@Mark-kk5on]

Really oughta look at installing insulated pipe through that "sob" board and shingle roof. Those materials make great fire starters. Would be a bummer to lose roof and walls. At least your forge and anvil are fire proof. I like your can do, get it done work style

[@skullandspade]

We do what we can.

[@paulsalb1686]

Not only fire protection but really aluminum for hood not a good idea!

[@kjellski]

The "mark a round with tape" trick is genius man! Really nice to see you putting together the new ship shop and adding the essentials :) The forge hood reminded me a bit about a fish head - which I really like!

[@skullandspade]

Whales mouth

[@NMBWoodworks]

The Hood and Anvil is a great name for a pub!!!

[@skullandspade]

I totally agree

[@toresvanemsli]

My first thought upon seeing the hole in the roof was what about snow when winter comes, then i remembered the whole desert part. Great video, I really enjoy watching these videos of how your new place comes together.

[@dfbess]

It does snow in the desert.. not often or much, but it does snow.

[@skullandspade]

I'll be sorting out a "cover" for the rain/snow when it comes.

[@JonathanVanVuren]

Great story! There was humor, swagger, and dare I say a “tender” moment as the first hammer strike fell for the first time in the new shop. Thanks for sharing the stoke capn!

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU for watching Jonathan

[@matthewperlberg]

Particularly awesome music during hood construction

[@skullandspade]

Thank ye

[@JimDockrellWatertone]

The much awaited for first fire. It must have been quite satisfying.

[@skullandspade]

It was a damn fine day.

[@MichaelKieweg]

Forging might be dangerous in the desert. Shai-Hulud could get annoyed. Nice to see the pieces fall into place. All the best from Germany

[@skullandspade]

I've made peace with the local worms. They know that hammer swings mean I'm present, and will provide snacks.

[@ecrusch]

The shop is really coming together Brett. Good for you!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Eric!

[@BrothersMake]

Reminds me of some Loewy type streamline design. Very swish, sir!

[@skullandspade]

Very, very swish

[@Rjepsonable]

Your channel and your brand is an inspiration Mr.McAfee. As much entertainment as I get from your content I also learn just as much. Crazy how I went from just enjoying a video to now I even notice and appreciate the stuff like the gradual music build up before you started in with the saw on the anvil stand(4:55) or the sand in the stand itself! Your KZbin channel and podcast are appreciated good sir. Thank you for putting your content out here for all of us to enjoy!

[@skullandspade]

I'm glad you're noticing the details, and I really appreciate that. Cheers JA

[@the_cheese]

I look into my crystal ball, and I see a... workbench in your future. Love to see that you're keeping that revivified forge in good nick, Cap'n!

[@skullandspade]

At some point...I think we'll need one.

[@Mcphilsmith]

Looks great, Captain. Only bad thing is my 5 year old is disappointed we won’t be making one of these in our house.

[@skullandspade]

Uh oh....

[@PaulMeyette]

Nice to see you settling in. The shop is coming together, and with your forge, you can really start to "cook". Solid work my friend!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir. Can't wait to smash more steel.

[@toolscrounge]

Great straightforward video, back to basics is never a bad thing! 🔥

[@skullandspade]

Aye

[@CrudeButEfficient]

Great job! Desert sand - your primary material that will be featured in every build from now on (even if you don't want it to)... Oh, and you should put a head on the hood to match Full Metal Al!

[@skullandspade]

I’ll get right on that!

[@BeInspiredwithDominic]

I like how that hood looks like the nose of a spaceship, although I might be projecting things here. Thanks for sharing, Brett!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you for watching!

[@TheMessyStudio]

It's coming along, Brett! Billy

[@sumandl]

That was a nice project. My father was a black smith and i used to help him like 25,30 yrs ago. Good Job Brett 👍

[@skullandspade]

Cheers man. Hopefully you picked up some knowledge from the old smith.

[@sumandl]

Brett McAfee i did!

[@JamesBowers]

Great builds. Love the use of sand in the anvil stand. Thanks for sharing!

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU sir!

[@petermiller6146]

That hood looks amazing and the anvil stand is great. Love to see you back doing what you love and can't wait to see more.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Peter!

[@sirtblairjr]

Hey Brett, awesome build. We missed ya. Glad to see ya back on here.. your videos and channel is the best. I learn so much from you. Thanks for sharing.

[@skullandspade]

We're always here Tony

[@joshgallant3136]

I as you know Brett, look forward to every single video! You are so beyond talented and I am just so thankful you are in the Maker/Blacksmith community! It really is encouraging to me to do stuff with my boys and girls and to just be creative and learn each day! Love the stylistic approach to all your videos brother! Keep ‘em coming!!! Looking forward to meeting one day!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you so much for the kind words (as always) Josh

[@GratefulMeds]

I literally said me liky when I saw the anvil stand. everything else was fantastic as well. loving the mini shop

[@skullandspade]

Hahah, thank you.

[@RichardMartin]

That’s a really clever idea with the sand. Nice work Cap’n. 🖤

[@skullandspade]

Cheers Richard. We do what we can.

[@projectdave7132]

Fire!!!!! ...great seeing this journey. Thank you as always for sharing.

[@skullandspade]

FIYAHHHHH

[@NerdInventor]

Love that new workbench! Great idea filling the middle with sand. 😁👍

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother!

[@AdamRich1785]

Seeing you move that coal forge brings back my back pain from moving it with you at Jimmy's LOL

[@skullandspade]

Right? What a beast

[@GibClark]

Coming along quite nicely 👍👍👍👍

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother

[@TheGrainDoctor]

High quality work, as usual. Love to see how the shop is coming together, Brett.

[@skullandspade]

Thanks brother. Hope all is well

[@TrevorHigginsDustysqueak]

I think my anvil stand is due for an upgrade. Great to see ya smashing hot metal again Brett. Full sails Cap. Wonderful video.

[@skullandspade]

Get ready for the next video then...

[@GCustoms]

Really nice job Brett! The hood and the anvil stand turn out great. Now we want an epic blacksmiths project. O’hoy! And also, you look really good in a cap🧢, cap! 😉

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir!

[@mortenhenningsen940]

Nice job mate. Mounting forge : 57 points Chimney : 89 points Anvil stand : 176 points. You need 546 points to level up..

[@skullandspade]

Noted. Should hit that soon

[@mortenhenningsen940]

99 deep sea points for this piece of art

[@skullandspade]

Yusssssss

[@rajincajingt]

Excellent work, capt

[@skullandspade]

Cheers bruv

[@TwistedTwineWoodworking]

Great video! The music is always so perfect!! Totally digging the sand in the middle! Eating this shop setup elephant one bite at a time 👍🏼🖤

[@skullandspade]

Darn right!

[@tomcarlson3244]

Both should work great. Nice job!

[@skullandspade]

Yusssss

[@cliffdoes_stuff4012]

Another excellent video to enjoy whilst I eat my Coco Pops, thank you. A great idea to use the abundantly available and free desert sand to fill the void, rather than buying more wood!🖖

[@skullandspade]

Now I just want coco pops.

[@cliffdoes_stuff4012]

@@skullandspade ...with chocolate flavoured milk!

[@teymthebeast]

That hood looks so cool. Always amazed by how you takle these things. and the anvil stand... really cool idea as well.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother. Stay well. Keep sharing those beautiful photos.

[@FredMcIntyre]

Nicely done Brett! 😃👍🏻🔥🔨👊🏻

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always brother.

[@andrewoperacz7427]

Banger of a set up cappy!!!

[@skullandspade]

Aye

[@eviltwinx]

Dang! I so dig how you just get it done! I’m envious of your ingenuity! Oh, also dig the sound tracks you use.

[@skullandspade]

All about getting it done

[@LXWiseman]

Besides the one on my shoulders, Skully and Ix are my favorite skulls.

[@skullandspade]

Well that’s fantastic

[@davebauerart]

Looks great, of course you need a forge before a workbench!

[@skullandspade]

Indeed! That's what I thought.

[@laurinos8774]

Great video as always. After a day full of hard work you can just pour a cup of water in the forge and you can have a spa evening. 😉

[@skullandspade]

I like this idea. A lot.

[@WorksbySolo]

Looking good, sir!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother!

[@damienbrand9422]

Nicely done Cap'n!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir!

[@shnepper]

Excellent work as always

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother Brett!

[@jaredpaddick5879]

Your content is great, I always enjoy it. What you’re doing is admirable as well. Thanks for all the great videos.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you very much Jared.

[@dereksstuff8395]

Nice work. Loving the new shop!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Derek!

[@ironhead65]

Never saw plasticine, just magnets for calming ring. Neat trick!

[@skullandspade]

Easy Peasy.

[@gkkent]

Sooooo good!! I love watching everything come together!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir! Say hi to the little one ; )

[@trindal359]

Thats a beautiful video. Thank you. I liked it all, but esp the anvil stand.

[@skullandspade]

Good

[@jgclark45]

I enjoyed this two in one video

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always JG

[@nikond90ful1]

Thanks for the video Brett. Always love the production values on your vids. Keep up the good work. Keep safe and stay well.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always Colin

[@molegrip3860]

Great video. Cheers, Brett - thanks for sharing & have a great weekend

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@mariajoseelyseu7968]

Slowly you'r arriving. 🖤🙏

[@skullandspade]

Slow and steady

[@andrewmortimer3317]

Love it and the hood looks amazing

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Andrew!

[@anthonywoodland1741]

Awesome build, Awesome video because..... Reasons

[@skullandspade]

Tilly time!

[@timberdish]

Both excellent projects! Nicely done, as always :)

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always Brother!

[@bobleeswoodshop7919]

Hey Brett, just wanted to stop by and say hello 👋! Ahoy mate!

[@skullandspade]

Cheers Bob!

[@SuperDylan316]

Great work as always

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Dylan!

[@alanscannell]

That's a classy looking anvil stand 🤙 the hood looks like a great job as well. Also full metal brett......

[@skullandspade]

Cheers brother....we're workin on that ; )

[@WaveCyclesCreative]

Shiny! 😍 One handsome anvil stand too! 👍

[@skullandspade]

Just wait for the next video ; )

[@ambivalentambition9540]

Looking good.

[@skullandspade]

Thank ye

[@carlottafolli452]

nice setup , forging is hard,hot,sweaty work but doing it in the desert.... try not to drink the water from your quench bucket !

[@skullandspade]

I'll try to keep that in mind. Emergencies only.

[@jd000000001]

Very nice Brett!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you JD!

[@BulatsSchmiede]

Hi Brett !Nice work man!Great job !The idea with the plasticine is a cool trick !😊👍👍I like your new old wrought!It looks like a old german wrought !Greeting #bulatsschmiede from germany .😎🤟

[@skullandspade]

It's brand new German

[@BulatsSchmiede]

@@skullandspade 😉👍👍I love your wrought !

[@KrakenCasting]

Nice! Good to see Skully and Miss Ix in the shop again. Is the sand just for weight or does it help reduce noise?

[@skullandspade]

A little of both, but mostly the weight. The clay shuts that anvil ring down instantly.

[@vincentlatham425]

Good work.

[@skullandspade]

Thank ye

[@chybz]

THANK YOU !

[@skullandspade]

NO, THANK YOU!

[@cheapshotmike1091]

the metal you used on that is pretty thin, do you think I could get away with using recycled steel roofing? my budget is super tight with Christmas around the corner, but I need to get my forge moved inside. just getting too cold already here in Wisconsin.

[@VonWalther2]

IF there not some treasure hidden in that desert sand, I'm going to be a bit disappointed.

[@skullandspade]

You and me both.

[@VonWalther2]

Brett McAfee someone should talk to management.

[@SeboolXD1]

nice job bro, seful and good looking thing. is it just gravitation flow or did you use any fan? if gravitation, how is tota lenght of the pipe?

[@skullandspade]

10FT of pipe, and the whole thing works on thermodynamics. Hot air rises, and the vent/fan deal on top helps pull it up and out. We often have desert winds out here, so when the vent is spinning like mad, the heat smoke gets ripped out quick fast

[@Torsan1977]

It's coming along great! I'm curious how life is in the desert. Take care!

[@skullandspade]

It's warm. But I'm loving the adventure Tor ; )

[@garagemonkeysan]

Nice video! Did you place a small treasure in the base before filling it with sand, Captain? : ) Stand and hood looks fabulous! Mahalo for sharing! : )

[@skullandspade]

Of course I did...but I couldn't SHOW everyone ; )

[@garagemonkeysan]

@@skullandspade Aye as I suspected, Cap. ; )

[@ryanhendricks7304]

Great video!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Ryan!

[@AndyCPugh]

I was wondering why you were removing mass from the middle of your anvil stand and then replaced it with sand. A great idea.

[@skullandspade]

turns 30lbs of wood into 100lbs of solid base.

[@chaoticlogic588]

Since you're in the dessert. Can we hope for a maker themed burning man event in the future?

[@skullandspade]

Might just have to happen

[@mortenhenningsen940]

Have you ewer tried to forge a skull? Would look neat as a door knob at the shop

[@skullandspade]

Definitely doing that in the future

[@Jesse__H]

What did the plasticine do, dampen the vibrations? What is that useful for?

[@skullandspade]

Turn your volume up and watch it again ; )

[@Jesse__H]

@@skullandspade Well I did that and I hear the difference - a nice sharp pinging sound, then a flatter sort of thwack. Still not sure why you did it tho, just cus it's interesting to hear the difference maybe? Maybe I'm missing something...

[@dolphinrhino7454]

I've been looking for a hammer just like the one you have. Did you make that yourself or get it from somewhere?

[@skullandspade]

I made that a few years back. Simple, super effective.

[@nikearth]

way to go, mate! 🏴‍☠️💛

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Nik!