Cheapest DIY Forge

[@thanson77]

I've been deep diving into Blacksmithtube. This was by far one of the best beginner vids I've seen

[@Anvil_knocker]

Thank you! I wanted to talk more about the ideas that you need to execute upon, rather than giving you a step-by-step guide, because when I was starting out, I had to watch a bunch of step-by-step guides and try to discern the main concepts. Good luck on your blacksmithing journey!

[@grigoriyefimovichrasputin7897]

​@@Anvil_knockerYou should split your fire wood down to 3/4" x 6"- 12" pieces I process drift wood washed up from a local river To my clay forge and it will get your steel up to temp quick.

[@adamkeith3625]

​@Anvil_knocker would the size of the air pipe matter too much? I have a chunk of 2 inch pipe. I like the way you explained and showed how the furnace can be. I'm trying to get into all this.

[@sporky1305]

The bluddy thumb was the icing on the cake for me 😂

[@lastnamefirstname6700]

I really liked that quick hammer interlude, I feel like it added a fair amount to your video.

[@Anvil_knocker]

Thank you, I figured even things like that should be added to the video, lust to show the daily “chores” that you might need to do

[@Mtbambeno]

My grandfather's forge was made basically this way except with sand in a 5 foot square box with an old hand crank blower that I still have.

[@Anvil_knocker]

Your grandfather knows his stuff! Sand is far better for this because it settles in a controlled manner, and insulated better. Also, those old hand crank blowers are worth their weight in gold! Wish I had one… or several.

[@Mtbambeno]

The Con Air Nic Cage reference was pure gold.

[@Anvil_knocker]

Thank you! I have always thought it was a weird name for a hair blow dryer

[@andrewallason4530]

@@Anvil_knocker they named it because it’s a blow-hard, as well as that awful ‘actor’.

[@rumpumpum73]

Liked the video. Most of the other ones are either too complicated or bask in their own glory without explaining much! You had a right balance! Thanks!

[@CR03_Outdoor_Adventures]

I did this in high-school. My anvil was a chunk of railroad I ordered off of eBay for $20 and secured to a stump. It worked extremely well. You can grind the top down to make it more flat if needed. My forge was just a hole on top of a very small hill with a scrap piece of metal pipe sticking out. I built a little stand out of sticks for an electric leaf blower to rest on. I was able to make a crappy knife with it and mess around. Edit: I used that exact same harbor freight hammer.

[@Anvil_knocker]

I always love hearing peoples first forging adventures, it sounds almost identical to what I made!

[@RebuildingSaad]

Dude, this is an absolutely fantastic tutorial. I love how you broke it down to be as bare-bones cheap, simple, and realistic as possible, which is exactly what most beginners need! I am definitely going to replicate this set up in the coming weeks. Thanks!

[@Anvil_knocker]

Thank you so much, and you are very welcome! I wish you the best of luck on your forging journey :)

[@ArchetypalCat]

Hey - me too. And I'm in a location that is a mixed blessing - Florida. We have lots of, well, you know, sand. :)) Which as Mr. @Anvil_knocker mentions here in the comments is a better insulator than dirt. On the other hand, Florida is so F'ing hot and humid, we have only about 2.5 months of weather suited to forging and welding --- unless you like to sweat buckets. 🥵

[@leemiddleton8318]

Okay, I was ready to dis you and go watch something mo' betta, but your 'silliness' finally got through me and it was really entertaining. Besides that, you proved your 'obviously ridiculous' ideas were quite good and that you had the skills to prove it. Well done!

[@Anvil_knocker]

The strategy of all fools is to wear down people until they are entertained Glad to see that it’s working

[@harlemsar]

The quality of the content summarized in this video is up the charts. This really changed my perspective and gave me the Push I needed.

[@Europeanslave]

My neighbors will love this

[@demastust.2277]

This is a fantastic video. Make sure to keep your handles oiled up with boiled linseed oil so they aren't dried out and weakened.

[@Anvil_knocker]

No worries, I actually have done this for so long that I have a layer of polymerized sticky linseed oil on every part of my body 24 seven.

[@ForsakenKingOfMurrica]

I think this gave me the confidence i was missing to get started.

[@CreationsInChrist]

I love this video. You explain it perfectly without rambling and you explain how to upgrade it in the future. Great work

[@lordreginaldfilibuster]

glass and stone are similar to metal in that they are all dimensional to orientation, top and bottom determin the thickness, never transport glass flat, that way it is thin and weak, on edge it is as thick as the outer dimension on the vertical plane.

[@Anvil_knocker]

Fainting, do you work with glass?

[@lordreginaldfilibuster]

@@Anvil_knocker I've drilled a bunch of bottles for bongs and hand cut a bunch of flat glass and mirrors, but havent blown any glass yet, can hand cut glass tube.

[@JC-js9we]

WOW cool project! The hook came out really well! Hope your finger is healing up!!

[@Anvil_knocker]

It’s already healed up! And thank you, it is a riot. A very calming riot, but it’s still very fun

[@andrew23890]

as a diy blacksmith a hair dryer from goodwill has been my bellows for about four years now. revlon makes a hell of a product. i also use a standard 8oz ball peen hammer for my most popular product. i use my big hammer only for bigger things. my first anvil was a counterweight peice from a forklift.

[@joesashiify]

Best explanation of diy forge making I've seen compared to many others seen. 👍👍

[@Ornitholestes1]

A large axe makes for a really good improvised anvil. You can simply chop it into a chopping block to fix it in place, so you can save yourself the time it takes to mount your hammerhead or block of steel, and the back of it will give you a decent-sized, reasonably flat surface to work on. At least for small pieces, it works really well

[@ScrapDaddy365]

Bro you are hilarious!! Your video was entertaining and informative, I love it. Keep it up!

[@bobdobbs3848]

Amazing video. Very helpful for beginners. So many get chased away because we think we need a catalac package of expensive equipment or at least build a complex rube goldberg style forge. My first forge was rotor, rolled up metal to paint can to vaccume with blow side. Anvil was train track. A rake was also my first forge. Maybe next, you can do a follow-up making or acquiring basic simple forge tools.

[@carrolljoey9704]

Go to the junkyard Find a 3 quarter ton or 1 ton truck Grab 1 of the drum break Off the truck Use That to build your forge A lot safer Very cheap Hold the heat longer

[@Anvil_knocker]

I have seen those brake drum forges floating around, I have always wanted to try it. Plus, everyone already knows they work great. But I figured I should do something different if I am uploading a video about it. You know, add something new to the conversation :)

[@stefanpaxton3323]

Very solid video, I used to BS and am getting back to it. These are all solid ideas and way better than my original set up using a galvanized trash can and a bathroom vent fan.

[@KoJaksKranium]

Great attitude and endless knowhow, especially for a young dude. You're an extremely sharp young guy. Great beginner/starter video. KK

[@DeathEgg666]

Can I just say this was fantastic and actually has inspired my lazy ass to make something......its only a sandwhich, but its a start!

[@dibingsdibingens8463]

Great tutorial, very detailed yet simple explanations with a unique humorous touch, the most beginner-friendly tutorial i've ever seen, incredibly useful especially for anyone with limited resources. Overall 10/10 content, subscription well earned!

[@fantasticphanty4ai]

I look forward to seeing what youll make with your forge.. great video!

[@Anvil_knocker]

I made a lovely heart chain, that video is also up on my channel! It’s the one right after this video

[@ScottGresley-df7sq]

Exceptional the way you break it down for newbies

[@marissauzeta7174]

I loved it. Always wondered how I could build my own

[@Anvil_knocker]

Hopefully, you no longer have to wonder!

[@herzogsbuick]

dude! this was an absolute treat. i hit that subscribe button so hard -- but i had ear protection, and arctic animals around my neck, so everything was fine

[@Anvil_knocker]

That combo could protect you from a category 6 hurricane (the scale only goes up to five, but we will hold fast beyond that)

[@Annon89]

Love that you hammered in the nail with the sledge. Perfect.

[@richjageman3976]

1/2inch plate lagged on the top of a hickory stump works in a pinch

[@Anvil_knocker]

Hell yeah! Like I said, an anvil is just a piece of metal you can whack on. I know that in some areas of Africa they just use old pieces of steel not even anchored to anything, but that seems too annoying for me

[@woodsghost9088]

One of the best videos I have ever seen. Bravo sir.

[@peacefulscrimp5183]

Great video 👍

[@Anvil_knocker]

Thank you! Are you interested in building your own forge or just watch things like this for fun?

[@peacefulscrimp5183]

@@Anvil_knocker I have built two foundries and have done a bunch of stuff in aluminum. I am only a little interested in forging , but if I ever do decide to, this video will be a huge help in making the endeavor as inexpensive as possible. Thank you for taking the time to make this video and you have a new subscriber 👌

[@cameronwoods1869]

Very nice and clear explanation of the parts and options. Thanks

[@thebunz7]

lol thanks for the tutorial. Taking the first step and going to do some smithin!

[@RVsbladesnthangs]

3:22 your head hasn't been in the video for too long now😳 😆🤣 But it was still a good video, good job my man!

[@Anvil_knocker]

It may have accidentally been left out of frame… but at least then people don’t get distracted from my graphics

[@FelixImmler]

I like your work style!

[@AlwaysZILDA]

7:10 exactly,I use a hammer head but like the big one, really the big one,maybe used for destroying some big rock

[@zac9933]

Love this beginner video!!! Awesome tutorial and forge idea.

[@hl_crowbar]

Thank you, I'm definitely trying this. Question, do I need to bleed from the thumb or is it optional? How necessary would it be?

[@northumbriabushcraft1208]

Ive recently took up making things from scratch as a hobby. Ive been making crossbows mostly out of wood, but i wanna forge prods out of car springs, so seeing this video of how to set up a el cheapo forge is awesome. Im gonna buy a real anvil tho 😊

[@JF-yp4nu]

absolutely amazing, good tips thank you

[@ArchetypalCat]

Your style of instruction is humorous and entertaining. I would have expected the Dirt Box to have been patented, but, oh wait, I don't think a patent can be award on something the cave men invented. LOL. Did the bottom ever burn out? Thanks for the fun video!

[@jeffro4080]

Great video. Very informative and entertaining 👍Two thumbs up👍

[@arturleperoke3205]

where can I buy the dirtbox-9000?

[@Anvil_knocker]

That’s the fun, you have to make it!

[@Gzombiiee123]

I really appreciated your video and sense of humor. Already knew all of this just watched it because I liked it. Also gave you a like and subscribe for your effort.

[@PseudoDaPhed]

That was f****** sick!! I’m about to do it ! Thanks for the build video man ! Sincerely appreciate it !!

[@gee3591]

did you do it? if so howd it go?

[@cwiskus4956]

Part of a railroad line. The hard steel works well and maybe able to get a chunk from scrap yard or local railroad

[@combatzac9592]

I love how you never mentioned that you hands are fkn smashed to sht😂 I've been welding for 20yrs, never done any Smith. I want to try it out. Brilliant vid, thanks bro, I'm gonna try this

[@dennisbjones]

lol, that was well worth watching. Good stuff brother.

[@Anvil_knocker]

Thank you!

[@primalmightkindred]

Totally subscribed. I am an aspiring woodworker, but maybe one day I will add blacksmithing to it.

[@hawkknight4223]

First time I’ve ever seen your channel. I really appreciate the video. I hope to do some forging soon!

[@TheIronHeadRat]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@Anvil_knocker]

Of course! I love sharing the simple and easy way to do things, I find that people feel like they need a lot to start any craft, when really you can get going with almost nothing

[@isntimportant]

Bro spent more on wood than I spent on my first three forges.

[@PeaceOnEarth013]

I've seen plans for this kind of forge, but I appreciate the video walkthrough - much obliged!

[@Anvil_knocker]

I’m glad that you found it useful! Hopefully you can make your own

[@PeaceOnEarth013]

@@Anvil_knocker with any luck! I've currently got my backyard set up to be a garden and I only have about 100 square feet to work with, but I have a forge layout for whatever our next place will be.

[@tamascsaszi5259]

love your style bro. now im ready to start blacksmithing

[@freyablair5847]

Hair + makeup tutorial next?

[@Anvil_knocker]

Why, of course. Here’s a hint, there’s a lot of charcoal involved.

[@luclin92]

huh, i really didnt expect it to be that simple. but this is pretty good to know. great video, i hope this gets traction

[@dominicm6144]

Thanks for the video. Question - what temperature will this get up to with just wood and coals?

[@benjaminzedrine]

Moving your thumb from that grip position to one without it in line with the rebound force may help prevent damaging your thumb, short and long term.

[@Anvil_knocker]

That’s a good point, I often change my hand position, like if I am doing heavier forging versus something where I need more precision

[@pianoalien]

Great video..Thanks..

[@grandmajana]

Love your hook. How come we didn’t see how you hurt your finger? OUCH!

[@Anvil_knocker]

It was just the saw, it was basically just a scratch that bled more than it needed to, and thank you, I had a great time with it!

[@Toys0714]

Super video. This was a great beginning so that I can do some primitive blacksmithing. Could you make different styles of Viking anvils using this setup?

[@ecck2]

would you recommend making an anvil how you showed compared to buying and using the cheaper anvils at Habor Freight?

[@BloodyMobile]

4:42 "Flammable???" I love the editing xD

[@hrafnagu9243]

I'm so glad to know that I'm not the only young guy who wears those kinds of pants and suspenders. Now I know there's at least two of us!😂😂

[@Javaman92]

I've been thinking about playing around with making knives. Would this setup work for that?

[@Stanislaw_Nature]

this is great! ill definetly will try this out soon!

[@benfox9382]

super cool video, thanks!

[@Underjordiskentitet]

A fairly large granite or basalt stone works great as a larger rougher 2nd anvil

[@recur9245]

What do you put over the top to keep it dry?

[@courier11sec]

I swear at least 80% of KZbinrs are Canadian.

[@Anvil_knocker]

Would you by chance happen to be located in Canada? Or do you love Maple syrup or something

[@danielvickery1233]

I would have said Australian. Guess that's just my demographic

[@courier11sec]

@@Anvil_knocker lol no I live in the desert in Southern AZ US. I'm sure it's a confirmation bias thing, but it blows my mind how often I'm watching and enjoying a KZbin video and the person casually drops a stage 4 canadianism. To be fair, a non insignificant portion of non Canadian favorites are Australian. 😄

[@Dbs45315]

Are you canuk?I've Wanted to join the pirates of the south Saskatchewan but my forging skills weren't good enough😂......glad i found your channel. ​@@Anvil_knocker

[@Nermander]

This was really good showing how to start from nothing. I have seen some videos about "How to make your first hammer" and they all already have a hammer and an anvil... So how is that the "first hammer"? :)

[@adventurersclub1]

very nice setup

[@DIB180]

6:00 a claw hammer does work quite well, i forged a knife with a claw hammer

[@DIB180]

6:45 im gonna be using a piece of railway track for an anvil, and currently at my best mates house, we’re using one of those things a railway sleeper sits on

[@bhight100]

I was thinking of a similar forge deaign but using a mail box to contain the fire and sand all around it.

[@rusty5707]

This reminds me of Rex Kruger's Woodwork for Humans series

[@dumpstrfuk5000]

5 or so min in when he kicks the forge, i died 😂

[@udamthewaster9454]

I remember my first forge was a dirt pit and a Bolling ball

[@JC-ew5ss]

wait, why did you blow torch the wood handle before putting the head on it?

[@jpk_inventions]

So great - well done, brother!

[@ottomolin7977]

In my very very limeted experience of diy forging first anvil to help make the next one can be as simple as a rock works great first few swings but will start to krack and flake overtime.

[@Fluden]

I love it!

[@noneyabidness9644]

Very entertaining.

[@Human-of-the-earth]

Instantly upgrade your setup by buying a $20 bag of coke Forge will get hot enough to fire weld the steel

[@TTactical101]

If you don’t have a hammer you can use, your hands. made me lol fr😂

[@timkarlsson1750]

My brother had a forge made with a steel frame, his anvil was just a hardened steel block.

[@Anvil_knocker]

A hardened steel block is even better because you don’t get as many dents or mushrooming

[@timkarlsson1750]

@@Anvil_knocker the first thing i made in my brothers forge was a little knife out of rebar that i still have.

[@scottmattoon9054]

Your funny. Let me guess... You were the one who always had the answer in school and could never it still😂😂. Great job!

[@Anvil_knocker]

Definitely the one who could never sit still! As for the answer… depends on the subject

[@Cosmoneer27]

neckwarmer at the end got me to laugh

[@ForsakenKingOfMurrica]

"It has kittens and other assorted arctic animals on it. Beauty is pain."

[@stevenlengyel9701]

How about gloves I bleed when I working on things also ☹️

[@SilverBricks17]

Subscription well earned brother

[@Anvil_knocker]

Thank you, no subscriber goes unnoticed :)

[@got2kittys]

All you need for sand casting is a shovel, and some motor oil.

[@lostmarimo]

got the forge made the other day but then i realized that the pipe i was using was galvanized.. now i gotta find a way to remove that shit so i don't poison myself while forging lol. there is always something huh

[@nikothewolf6927]

I wish i could get into blacksmithing but i live in a apartment very close to other people

[@JoeSyxpack]

When you're so poor you can't even afford a band-aid.

[@moisesabaga9478]

nice one

[@Wastelandman7000]

"Nicholas Cage branded" LOL