Rusty Gold | Late 1800's Coal Forge Full Restoration

#blacksmith #restoration #conservation
This beautiful piece of history was sitting in a junk yard. It is a late 1800's Buffalo Forge Co. cast-iron coal forge pan. Rusted, cracked, and all by her lonesome. Seeing as we needed a bigger forge, it was time to put her back to work.
This would not have been possible without the support of my patrons, and right angle grinders.
Support angle grinding: / brettmcafee
Behind the Scenery: / skullandspade13

[@g2macs]

pity, I had to watch in silence as the music just gets too irritating.

[@skullandspade]

Pity, I had to wear a blindfold when typing this because the words get irritating. *Disclaimer: This channel loves music

[@wolfparty4234]

Brett McAfee, Bahahahahaha!!!!

[@AndyCPugh]

@@skullandspade Great choice of music Cap'n. Just right for this build!

[@thealicemonster9217]

@@skullandspade Right on.

[@JustinTopp]

It’s not that bad. No need to complain about it

[@ijessup]

treat her proper, she'll be with you for the rest of your life 🖤

[@skullandspade]

Well, little albatross, I sure hope that's the case. Ain't all buttons and charts anyhow.

[@thealicemonster9217]

Hell, treat her right and she will be with his great grandchildren's grandchildren for their whole lives.

[@the_cheese]

Your consistently amazing production values and projects have hooked me. I'm in the crew, Cap'n!

[@skullandspade]

Hooray! Welcome aboard Cheese! WE LOVE CHEESE!

[@Dfrantz87]

That smell man. The smell of historical creativity.... love it.

[@skullandspade]

I love the smell of Boiled Linseed oil and coal in the morning.

[@ecrusch]

By FAR, one of the BEST channels out there. Your skill level is going through the roof Cap'N

[@skullandspade]

Awshucks now. You go on and enjoy yourself. Cheers Eric.

[@mmucciolo3658]

Awesome job Brett. Love the limited tools and how robust you made her getting it back to working order. That will outlive all of us. RESPECT!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir!!!

[@larsokland]

That came out beautiful! I really enjoyed that, but I am also 100% sure you enjoyed it more😁 Well done Brett! I wonder how the next person will restore it in another 200 years🤔

[@skullandspade]

I sure did brother. I can't wait to see what we do together! In 200 years it will be a Gary. After they rise to power.

[@danielcrawford7315]

Wake up from nap after random night shift...phone says Captin has posted a new video... load it up, get a cold DP, hit like button now let's watch... Oh this is what awesomeness is made of!! What a restoration you've done sirSir, surely a work of art and the art she will make! Excellent video no doubt. Thank you for sharing 🙏Blessed days sirSir Crawford out 🧙‍♂️

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU for watching Daniel!

[@2112theoden]

Amazing. Good to see an old forge made to fire up again. Nice to see a piece of history have it's story continue.

[@skullandspade]

History saved. Aim of the game

[@almagill]

That is one beautiful forge and a great Ode To An Angle Grinder. Now we just need a Grindr for Saxons, Danes, Jutes, Goths, Visigoths...

[@skullandspade]

Ah...you're right.

[@rossmcmenemy5206]

Great restoration, super video, and Jimmy's barn doors make a beautiful backdrop!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Ross!

[@jl3390]

Cap'n, this is one gorgeous build! Seeing you turn a hunk of rusted metal into a fully functional forge was epic! Oh, and the music chosen is absolutely perfect! It sets the tone for the work being done, it compliments the theme of the workshop, and it speaks to whomever is open to hearing it! Please forgive my prolific use of exclamations, but this video is well worth the extra electrons!😃

[@skullandspade]

Thank ye JL!

[@OldIronRC]

Another great video. Fun to watch. I tidy as I go in my tiny shed too. If I left mess I wouldn't be able to move.

[@skullandspade]

That's the best practice in a small shop space.

[@griefman6550]

Unbelievable work from start to finish. Really fun journey, thanks for taking us along.

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU!

[@superdave54811]

I saw name DIRESTA on metal saw. Nice! And DIRESTA on anvil also! Mind blown! Most happy to see old forge brought to life!

[@skullandspade]

I work with Jim. He leaves his stuff everywhere ; )

[@superdave54811]

@@skullandspade Much love!

[@Cestino97]

Fantastic, this video was particulary beautiful, not only for the restoration part, also for the music and the idea behind it. I really appreciated it

[@skullandspade]

Well thank you Enrico!

[@Matthew-ir1ed]

Your smaller forge definitely looked out of place when considering the theme of the rest of your shop. Watching you work metal with this new (old?) forge in the background is an absolute pleasure. It's beautiful, man.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Matthew!!!

[@jd000000001]

Brett what an incredible amount of care and work to bring something like this back from the dead! All credit to you +1

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always JD!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Great restoration, Brett! Nicely saved for another few hundred years of use. Billy

[@skullandspade]

I believe you're right. Thanks Billy

[@lesliemcafee2957]

Wow. I am adequately amazed that these skills are possessed by a kid whose family didn’t even own a soldering iron. Well, dad says we had one, but we didn’t know what to do with it. Love, Mom.

[@skullandspade]

Well shucks. Thanks mom

[@littlehobbyshop]

Nice Job Brett, saved for another few generations.

[@skullandspade]

Aye. Here's to bringing the old gal back.

[@gurvinderkau1e5w18]

Wow! Thats amazing. Cardboard idea for measurements was fantastic. Loved watching full forge making process.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Gurvinder! Glad you enjoyed!

[@timberdish]

That really looked like quite the mammoth task to get 'er shipshape. Definitely a call to 'splice the mainbrace' after this one as it was truly a victory without compare - Well done Sir!

[@skullandspade]

Indeed it was, but well worth it.

[@jonwills4670]

So much work, but well worth it! Thank you for bringing it back to life! 🐞

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU for watching!

[@Cloudstrife112233]

Great video. Always love seeing things brought back to life, especially tools for metal and wood working.

[@skullandspade]

I wholeheartedly agree

[@SamTownsBladesmith]

Well done mate, a fantastic restoration of a great old piece of blacksmithing history. I'm jealous! Keep up the great work,

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!!!

[@alanscannell]

Wow what an addition to the ship shop. That is one beautiful hunk of iron! Great job on welding up the crack cast iron welding is not for the weak of heart! Hope it brings you many happy years forging 👍

[@skullandspade]

That welding....what a trip that was. I do not envy folks for not fixing cast items. It's quite a task.

[@alanscannell]

@@skullandspade I've done it once or twice myself and it's always nerve wracking. You did a super job on that you should pat yourself on the back 👍

[@DisturbedShifty]

So for awhile there it looked like you were making the world's heaviest sink. Also, I liked the stop motion shots you added. It gave the video a really unique feel.

[@skullandspade]

I mean....It is kind of a sink....right?

[@garageavenger]

Fantastic refurb. Brett. I have no idea about forging but loved the fact that you rebirthed a hidden gem.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir!!! You need to give forging a try. You might like it.

[@garageavenger]

@@skullandspade Oh! I know that is what I'm scared about. Knowing me I'll get right into it and film a stupid scene in one of my videos with me naked forging. No wants to see a sausage sizzle. ;)

[@jimbobtheimpaler8403]

Outstanding refab good Sir. Breathing life once again into a piece a history is an awesome thing. Thank you for your work and thank you for sharing.

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU as always Jimbob

[@WorksbySolo]

Man, that was a lot of work, but you’ve got one hell of a nice forge now. That pot should last for quite a while, for as thick as it is. Video production is top notch as usual. Beautiful color grade.

[@skullandspade]

Yes sir, a lot of work indeed. But I'm a happy clam now that she's all fixed up. That's why we do it, right?

[@demodan22]

I throughly enjoy that, it looked like you love every minute of that restoration! You made it look interesting and fun. I look forward to many more videos with your new forge in!! Well done Brett!

[@skullandspade]

It was a lot of work, but yes. I did enjoy every piece as it came along!

[@HueyLionsheart]

Good job on the preheat and welding! She's a beast of a forge 😍 👍😁

[@skullandspade]

Indeed she is! What a task that welding was.

[@amy7189]

She's absolutely beautiful Captain; from rusty and neglected to something you can truly be proud of, she's lucky she fell into your skilled hands. Thank you for sharing, as always =)

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU amy! Such kind words always. Ugh. ; )

[@chrisdimase6401]

Wow great build. Good luck with it looks like it will live on for another 100 years.

[@skullandspade]

Woohoo!

[@CK-TD]

This is awesome. That thing will go another 100 years! 👍🏼

[@skullandspade]

I believe you're right.

[@reforzar]

Oh angle grinder, oh angle grinder, How lovely are your uses.

[@skullandspade]

Let me count the ways

[@bendavanza]

Brett, nice to meet you in E Durham. That forge was a beast moving it in the snow. That was a fun day. Cheers!

[@skullandspade]

Indeed it was. Thank you!

[@RedSmith]

Great work on this old lady!

[@skullandspade]

Many thanks Sir.

[@autocyclewoodsplitter4877]

Nice job. I've got the same forge. You've done a great thing getting her going again..... captain...

[@skullandspade]

No way! Such a great piece of history!

[@everydaytimetraveler1661]

Thanks for the inspiration! I'm taking your ideas back to my workshop :)

[@skullandspade]

Thank you! Go forth and Make!

[@stampenrangers]

One of your best videos. Really shows your skills. Both as a maker and visually. Very inspirational. Great job Brett! Thank you.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you for saying so!

[@Dan_Kornfeld]

An amazing resto-mod! Absolutely brilliant! Next project: a full scale forged replica of the Iron Giant!

[@skullandspade]

Well that would be awesome.

[@Madein515]

So much work and so worth it. Another great vid Cap!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you! Well worth it

[@deansjball]

Amazing stuff Brett!!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Dean!

[@BearMaked]

Well that was gosh darn amazing. I saw a used coal forge that seemed like a good deal a couple weeks back, but had (still have) no idea what goes into making them work, or how to keep them going. Someday I'll get more into blacksmithing, and will probably re-watch all your videos when that day comes.

[@skullandspade]

You're gosh darn amazing.

[@ed.sol.crafts]

Great Job Brett! You crushed it!

[@skullandspade]

Cheers swordslapper!

[@molaisonmaker6896]

Epic build!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@DannyFourSquare]

Really enjoyed this video Brett, the music too! You did a great job with the lighting for the shots as well. That forge looks like be belongs next to an old anvil more than all the gas ones. It’s really a piece of art.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Danny!

[@charickter]

Fantastic! Full ahead!

[@skullandspade]

All ahead full!!!

[@TimGels]

Another fantastic project with an equally good video. It's great to watch you build and/or restore the equipment you use. Thanks!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you so much Tim!

[@jailer23044]

Great way to save that old forge. Nice work.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@GeorgeMadeThis]

Awesome Brett!! That forge is bloody gorgeous!

[@skullandspade]

I wholeheartedly agree!

[@techronmattic5876]

Nice build Brett i think ill have to save this vid for future reference, im sure ill want a massive kick arse forge like this oneday, thanks for going into such clear detail

[@skullandspade]

Thank you for watching!

[@pleasetakemynamenow]

That was a huge project! Well done!

[@skullandspade]

Yes...yes it was..

[@samgold4320]

Epic ! Great job

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Sam!

[@LXWiseman]

Such fun to watch, and I love Ms. Ix and Skully. Thanks for the video!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Lucas! They said "Hello!"

[@IAmKyleBrown]

What a beautiful labor of love!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Kyle!

[@TwistedTwineWoodworking]

Fantastic, as always Brett with both the project and video. Always looking for the movie reference nuggets and you definitely didn’t disappoint. Thank you 🖤☠️🐞

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU!

[@nobelhobel]

A madness coal forge. I love it. I inherited one from my uncle, but I'm a master carpenter and have no idea about metal. It's time to try something with it. Greetings from Germany. Lars

[@skullandspade]

She's quite the best!

[@whazee]

SUCH FORGE! MANY EDIT!!! 😉 Oh man, what a beautiful beast! Well done Brett, that looked like a real test of problem solving... and rust removal. ....so much rust... AND ITS FANTASTIC! 😄🖤👍

[@skullandspade]

So. Much. Rust. What a turnaround though, eh?

[@whazee]

@@skullandspade it looks fantastic!

[@MtPhillipMetalWorks]

What an awesome firepot!! Is that 3/4” dang dude!! Such great execution building that!! Loved the whole video!! 🏆

[@skullandspade]

Such weight

[@RobertoDonatti]

Great job!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Roberto!

[@furthernorthfab]

Awesome restoration and video, Brett.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you MM!

[@JamesBowers]

Great video and an amazing rescue! Really satisfying to see that forge get saved from rusting away somewhere. Thanks for sharing.

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU for watching!

[@hmhegedus]

Your skills and ingenuity are amazing to witness. Thank you.

[@skullandspade]

Yowza...thank YOU

[@curtturtle]

Really liked the chilled music. Awesome work.

[@skullandspade]

I’m a fan of mellow music while I do heavy work. It’s tense enough with sparks flyin all over.

[@AndyCPugh]

Great new/old boat/forge Cap'n!

[@skullandspade]

Well thank you sir!

[@Nanoaiello]

another great work captain! beautifull forge

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Nano!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Great video, phenomenal restoration, awesome work Brett! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always sir!

[@brianhartfield8385]

I love that the first forged element that you made was another tool for the coal forge! Absolutely love putting old tools back to work. A masterpiece yet again Cap'n! Cant wait to see that this beauty helps you make.

[@skullandspade]

I'm looking forward to all the projects we make.

[@devilpit]

Nice work!!! Congratulations!!!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Peter!

[@GCustoms]

Wow! That’s a beautiful forge. The shape and the curves, amazing. Nice job restoring it!

[@skullandspade]

Got lucky finding this one for sure.

[@sherryu]

That was an awesome video! Very courageous of you to do this. You show such skill and know-how. Well done!!!!

[@skullandspade]

We sure do try our best. Courage is the mark of a great man. Guess I’m a good man....well, I’m alright. 🙆🏽‍♀️

[@tammastrongbear]

what a huge build but it came out amazing. your skills just keep getting better and better by the day

[@skullandspade]

We’re all about progress, not perfection ; )

[@gabrielsteinmann1787]

Very impressive!

[@skullandspade]

Thanks Gabriel!

[@103m95g]

Nice work Captain,

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir.

[@AdamRich1785]

Amazing video Brett! Was soo cool to see it in person.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir. For all of the help and support.

[@eviltwinx]

Really awesome video and I picked up a few fabrication tricks as well! Happy to see someone had the skills to rescue that forge and put it to use.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir! Here's lookin forward to all the hot steel in the future!

[@BrothersMake]

Such a good video. Love how you split it into sections. Kept me watching with intrigue. Love it Brett!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brothers!

[@brianmcguire5005]

Great job man!! Awesome video!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!!!

[@molegrip3860]

Outstanding. Great build (there's something special about an old coal forge) and a superbly put together video. Cheers - thanks for sharing

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU for watching!

[@GrahamDallas]

Fantastic video Brett, I can see the amount of work that took. Looking forward to seeing the forge in future.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always Graham. I can't wait to put her to work!

[@scottmccarroll2618]

What a beautiful old forge!! Great job I would love one as big as that,, thanks for sharing 👍👍👍

[@skullandspade]

Keep an eye out... make sure no ones using one as a sink ; )

[@EdwardIglesias]

Great video! I learned to blacksmith on a coal forge and really don't care for them, but, when the piece is large there is no better way.

[@skullandspade]

I agree. I started on propane and have moved over to coal. Interesting.

[@sidon100uk]

Great video as always, Loved how the music was very much a part of the story.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Simon!

[@jpwoodwork]

incredible job sir

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother.

[@chybz]

Fanta-ecstatic video ! You're redefining entertainment and what heavy duty means, THANK YOU !

[@skullandspade]

Oh my...them's strong words. Thank you as always Remy.

[@derkompressorschrauber]

Hey Brett, Im not really into blacksmithing but this is really impressive and a really awesome project. Go on beein creative like this. It's always very satisfying watching your work! Greets from germany!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir. I'll keep doin' my best.

[@sean9462]

Great Job

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Sean

[@fabienneadam9863]

Very nice!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@gkkent]

I love it!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Sir!

[@WrappedInPoison]

Great video! Lovely piece of equipment, I bet that'll give you a great deal of satisfaction for many years to come. That was some impressive heavy fabrication going on there for the centre pieces! Thanks for sharing.

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU Alex!

[@tonypeters8298]

Bloody tidy job bloke, well done!!

[@skullandspade]

Cheers Tony

[@Drdodge]

Great work Captain :)

[@skullandspade]

Cheers Dennis!

[@davebauerart]

Beautiful.

[@skullandspade]

Agreed.

[@taylorwalker7080]

amazing man!

[@skullandspade]

Thanks cousin!

[@vincentlatham425]

Good work.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Vincent!

[@TrevorHigginsDustysqueak]

I’m still so enthralled with your work. Lots of good tips in this vid and the forge came out beautiful. I think it’s time for me to build forge v4.0 for my shop Cap.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Trevor! Get to it then!

[@annie-centrepiecefurniture]

Make and create !!! Loved the template making very clever I always learn so much from your videos! Turned out beautifully ! So much welding must be very satisfying for you . thank you Brett :)

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always Annie! Always such kind words.