Making a Mobile Anvil Stand | 265lb Fisher Anvil + 200lb Base

The ship shop needed a workbench, so I made a mobile anvil stand for our Lady Fisher. Seeing as the anvil is my favourite work space, I wanted it to be heavy duty enough to support the 265lb Fisher anvil, and moveable so I can stow it when not in use. We are in a tiny shop after all…
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[@trhni-si]

Špatný. Spousta materiálu a práce k ničemu. Pod kovadlinou má být špalek. Né bedýnka na posypový materiál. Not good. A lot of material and work for nothing. There should be a log under the anvil. Not a box for sprinkling material.

[@skullandspade]

What a wonderful attitude. In fact. It works great. 2 years of forging/moving and 0 issues. Not a good comment. A lot of words and typing for sharing an opinion. Comment boxes not for trolls. Go make something.

[@lesliemcafee2957]

I had to squelch several, “how does he know...?” throughout the video. The music, at dawn on a Sunday morning, was yummy. The ad for wrinkle reversal cream that popped up in the middle, not so much. How dare they! Amazing work. Love, Mom

[@skullandspade]

HAHAHAHAH! Targeted!

[@freespam9236]

few more anvil stands and you could probably hold a sheet of plywood on top of them :D

[@skullandspade]

I think you're right. Need more anvils.

[@eagleleopard]

This is the most criminally underrated channel on KZbin.

[@skullandspade]

*Removes hat and bows

[@Squigglydodah]

KZbin requires a Lamborghini in the video to allow a million+ subs.

[@jd000000001]

agreed

[@wolfpackpete6408]

@@skullandspade this workstation is genius

[@FeatherForge]

An sorry Brett you’ve got a duff anvil there. You’re going to have to post it over to me for suitable disposal. Stand looks good though. 👍👍

[@skullandspade]

Ah, that's fair. I'll throw some bubble wrap on it and chuck it your way.

[@FeatherForge]

Brett McAfee Good man. I’ll swap one of mine for it. No really, I’d love a bigger fisher. I’ve got a 100lb Fisher but they’re rare as hens teeth over here. I know of 4 in the U.K. All the best bud.

[@willburke]

I never thought I would be able to tell a possessed skull could narrow it's eyes in suspicion via subtitles until now. Also great project!

[@skullandspade]

HAHAH, she's reeeeaaaaal scary like that.

[@TrevorHigginsDustysqueak]

Great build as always. Don't know how you get anything done with Jess just out of frame playing the violin the whole time.

[@skullandspade]

It's a bit distracting...but we deal. Plus she knows all the shanty songs I like.

[@samgold4320]

Me : literally just saying I have nothing to watch Brett : I got you notification squad 🔔

[@tomahoks]

Sam Gold Same here!

[@skullandspade]

@@tomahoks Woohoo!

[@skullandspade]

Ding ding ding!

[@lesliemcafee2957]

Your 96 year old Grandma Lola just watched this video, and commented, “He’s brilliant!” She is your most objective critic, of course.

[@skullandspade]

Of course 🖤

[@ChristCenteredIronworks]

Great job! Enjoyed the build Brother :-)

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother! Hope all is well with you and yours!

[@eviltwinx]

Dang Brett! You did it again. You keep feeding the maker in me with the “I gotta try that!”.

[@skullandspade]

DO IT!

[@whazee]

It's a beauty! 😍 ...But... where does the vise go? 🤔

[@skullandspade]

Damn you and your inevitable reasoning!

[@BrothersMake]

It looks like every problem can be solved with an anvil stand! Make them all the same height then chuck a butcher block on top and your laughing! Lovely work mate

[@skullandspade]

I love that idea. Most stable base ever.

[@calcagnomartinj]

Great video and music! The idea of dust inside its the best!!! Great great job my brother!!💪🏼🔥

[@skullandspade]

Thank you brother! Can't wait to see your forge setup!

[@InsideAlan]

Funny looking workbench.

[@skullandspade]

RIGHT?!

[@MarkKMake]

I've just made an anvil stand too! Good to see other approaches. Especially how different are the anglo-saxon and central-european anvil stands, layout of blacksmith shops and blacksmithing in general Thanks for sharing!

[@skullandspade]

Thank YOU for watching Mark!

[@BeInspiredwithDominic]

You really nailed it. Pun intended. Love the stand, all its features, and the music, Brett. I imagine it will look better and better with use, too. Thanks for sharing!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always Dominic!

[@dinobuddy]

Big thumbs up to Brett. The projects are, of course, fantastic, but the amount of work that goes into producing his videos is unbelievable. Some of us definitely notice and appreciate the effort!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!!!

[@Jeffindsm]

Why not just when wanting to move it use a 2 wheel cart? Somewhere in the future we’re gonna need the metal you used and when the go a searching Fer it, it’ll be all wrapped around and rusted together with a hunk of rusting metal you call an anvil. Good lord think a thousand years in the future son. Fer PETA sake The thumbnail of it looks pretty….its a pretty anvil stand 😆 🚶🚪🦕

[@4422011]

'tis a fine stand, but sure 'tis no bench, English.

[@skullandspade]

Are you Munsoning me!?

[@thegentlemanreturned]

The Double-Square is listed two times in the description and the plane-grinder?? isn't listed.

[@skullandspade]

Gotcha! Fixed it: Ridgid Planer: amzn.to/3dj4BHb

[@skullandspade]

Oh, and just a note/opinion: I've worked with 4 different planers over the years. 2 Dewalts that broke after a few big runs, an old Delta that was unkillable but not great when it came to sniping the ends, and this Ridgid (two different shops). I have yet to have issues with the ridgid.

[@Matthew-ir1ed]

@@skullandspade I've always been happy with ridgid as a brand, I have yet to have a single one of their tools die on me. That said, if that planer ever kicks the bucket, you should look into Magnum Industrial (if you can get them, I think they're a Canadian brand?).. they've got four posts just like the DeWalt so snipe is kept to a minimum, and they come standard with a helical carbide head

[@samambrotv]

You're not only a maker, but you're an artist. Your aesthetic is unique.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you for that!

[@TemeraireJimny]

More gorgeous work! Question, what/who is the music by?

[@skullandspade]

All my music comes from Epidemicsound.com

[@jeremiahmccutcheon3234]

Where did u get that crosspein hammer? Looks like a William Basra’s. I wish I had one

[@tomayrscotland6890]

Hi If talking to one of those skulls can produce and anvil stand like that you best send me one of those skulls to talk too, I am fed up talking to myself and nothing gets done.

[@CraftsWithEllen]

That's one mighty fine workbench

[@skullandspade]

Ellen says so!

[@garagemonkeysan]

What style! Nice engineering and fabrication! I know there's a treasure buried in the base. ; ) Great video. Mahalo for sharing! : )

[@skullandspade]

Thank you GMS!!!

[@OuroborosArmory]

LOL I am building somthing very similar to this... I like the idea of the handle and “wheel” though...

[@skullandspade]

Get to it then!

[@HueyLionsheart]

Cap'n....Look sharp..if the first mate doesn't get his workbench ya may be smellin' a mutiny! That's a beast of an Anvil 😍

[@skullandspade]

Indeed she is!

[@mortenhenningsen940]

Well,workbench? Anvil stand 2.0? Love the moveable part tho... not sure about points this time.... But the music made my heart varm. It sounds like old (Norsk folke musikk) Norwegian folk music... Made me wonder... Got some vikingblood in you? Would be awesome,but i gues your family comes from britain? Scotland? Anyhow,i give u a level up,just because the music....

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Morten. I've got a bit of everything goin on in my heritage.

[@kenparnell4297]

Ok, I was completely on board until I saw you didn't secure the top down, it's only seated by gravity and we all know there is no such thing as gravity, the Earth sucks. Seriously, that's an accident waiting to happen. Just can't get on board with a design like that. You need to secure it so it cannot come off at an importune moment and break your leg or crush your foot. No, I'm not from a small town in Wisconsin. Just seen too many things that "Could possibly be a problem" I have visited all those people in the hospital and put money in the collection plate for them at church and work. "You hear about Bobby?" "No what?"I askes, "That thing he came up with fell over and he's all messed up gonna be out of work for at least two months." You can't fix stupid but you can put money in the collection plate for them and go cut their grass for them until they can walk again.

[@skullandspade]

The top is secured with screws. 2 years later, hasn’t shifted an inch. Enhance your calm John Spartan

[@larsokland]

This video left me both relaxed and inspired, which is the vibe your videos seem to install in most of your audience. You´re definitely doing something right, and I sincerely hope you´re really enjoying the journey we are following along with you!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always Lars. I am enjoying this adventure, and hope all that join in do as well

[@scrapeyhawkins5299]

And folks think I'm weird holding a conversation with a blonde Barbie doll strapped to the back fender of my old Harley.....

[@skullandspade]

#Normal

[@Zengineer]

Great video as always, makes me want to remake my anvil stand because it doesn't do my anvil justice!

[@skullandspade]

Get to it then!

[@smacfe]

I think I am experiencing "anvil envy"! Must be something in the McAfee blood, we are makers through and through. At least one of can make good videos though. Keep it up!

[@skullandspade]

Holy crap... another McAfee!

[@thelibertyworkshop2952]

Wow , finally a shop guy's channel that does without the heavy distortion metal head guitar " music " ,( if you call it that ) ... Gets tiresome ... The music sounds to me like maybe a Celtic style folk music ... If ya gotta have music on this type channel this is great ... Thanks ...

[@skullandspade]

Cheers liberty. I get burnt out on the heavy. Learn to relax a little, right?

[@BRP42]

Yeah. I was thinking something rectangular. I should have known. Lol.

[@skullandspade]

Too easy ; )

[@savage12k]

VERY COOL!!! Still not a workbench though.

[@skullandspade]

Best workbench I’ve ever had

[@Dopefish76]

Nailed it! 😅 Hah! Tight work Cap’n 👌🏻 The rope was an inspired touch

[@skullandspade]

Cheers brother!

[@jd000000001]

don't let Ix and Skully heckle you, workbench or no is in the eye of the maker. What happened to the frankentable? Nice stand Brett +1

[@skullandspade]

Frankentable was a bit much to travel across the country with the limited space. It’s still getting its use at Jim’s shop

[@shaunmiller9369]

music's a little gay, but pretty nice build

[@DireWolfForge]

Cool project! Although I think you should have hidden a skull in with the sand. Just sayin.

[@skullandspade]

You’re right

[@davebauerart]

Functional, and looks amazing. What else could you want?

[@skullandspade]

A cat.

[@Jake-tt6mk]

How did we function prior to KZbin? That`s pretty damn cool bud!!

[@skullandspade]

Thanks!

[@dhenry7711]

Love the workbench teases, it’s gonna be epic!

[@skullandspade]

It might just.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Another great vid, Brett! And a great build as well. Billy

[@skullandspade]

Thanks billy!

[@gkkent]

So amazing to watch everything come together! Makes my day!!

[@skullandspade]

You make my day

[@EverydayWorkshop]

I just love this, fantastic work looks awesome.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@Osgkar]

Excuse me Brett any chance of some drawings or plans for this rolling anvil stand ? I have a small shop too and I would love to be able to wheel my anvil out of the way when I'm wood working and put in the center of the shop for hot work I bet I am not the only one who would happily pay for them

[@skullandspade]

I'll see what I can knock up. I plan on making more plans for certain projects I take on. They'll go on my website and I'll try to let folks know

[@Boosted98gsx]

needs more literal bagpipes tho

[@garyjohnson801]

Can you say Sweet . That looks Awesome. Great job are you a carpenter or a blacksmith . Because your awesome on both

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@girunit1387]

Thats the second time you've missed the opportunity to put some small hidden treasure inside with the desert sand. Also welcome to the desert. Have fun with our summers.

[@skullandspade]

Oh, it’s there. Editing is a blessing ; )

[@bobleeswoodshop7919]

Very cool Brett! Thanks for sharing !!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you as always Bob!

[@Savage007-Rey]

Great video, Super nice bench. 💯👍🏻

[@skullandspade]

Thanks Rey!

[@alexnosheds]

Samsonite patent lawyer gonna choke on their coffee tomorrow. Awesome.

[@skullandspade]

Hahahah!

[@bettytherussiantortoise2808]

Please ad a safety so it does not flip I have an anvil fall on me you can’t move them and it is a lot harder when your foot is stuck underneath I’m 12.

[@skullandspade]

I'll make a note of that. Thank you for your concern young blood.

[@Everythings_Adjustable]

Lovely Work, looks really Great (you still have to paint the ends of the threaded rod, nuts and washers) 👍 👍

[@skullandspade]

What is “paint”?

[@Everythings_Adjustable]

Well you know, something to disguise the new looking metal, I'm sure you can think of something pirate esq 👍👍

[@Squigglydodah]

do you use the sand for cheap weight? or does it dampen hammering vibrations or something?

[@skullandspade]

A little of column A, little of column B. Mostly weight. But it does help act as a dead weight for dampening vibration or movement

[@lucashadley4880]

Please make a stand for your antique vice next just to annoy Skully.

[@skullandspade]

HAHAH. Brilliant idea.

[@rifleman7313]

Can you please provide your plans for the anvil stand? I'm starting out blacksmithing and am planning on purchasing a 25lb or so grizzly anvil. I mainly make knives and other small items, although eventually plan to make a machete for a family member. Thanks

[@skullandspade]

This entire video is a plan. The only extra maths I’d suggest would be scaling everything down to 1/10th scale for your 25lb anvil

[@rifleman7313]

@@skullandspade Thanks, I'm actually probably going to purchase the 55lb Grizzly Anvil instead. That way it should cover the light duty needs of the 25lb anvil as well as the 55lb anvil needs without having to make two anvil stands.

[@henrysheldon2654]

You need a workbench? Fuck it. Portable bucket it is

[@skullandspade]

Aye

[@julebruce]

What was the music you used? Great build as always!

[@skullandspade]

Epidemicsound.com

[@Maker238DeLoach]

My good sir what a wonderful idea I love it man excellent choice of music maker for life

[@skullandspade]

Thank you sir!

[@Maker238DeLoach]

Welcome as always Let me know if you need an anchor

[@grandadz_forge]

Incredibly intoxicating process

[@skullandspade]

Well good.

[@rock_machine01]

I like the wheel idea! I’m coping that! Thank you

[@skullandspade]

Yusssssssss

[@secretaltruism4174]

That's a beautiful workbench right there

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Maddie!

[@Kami8705]

Do the magnets that hold the pins for the handle collect metal dust constantly? Seems like a chain might make more sense in a metal shop

[@skullandspade]

Mayhaps? How does the chain work? I dig the idea, but how would you make it removable? Clip a link to fit, then screw mount the center? I feel like as I’m typing I’m seeing the concept...

[@mcattack2009]

I live how even your tools are personal pieces of art, great stuff as always!

[@skullandspade]

Quality over quantity my friend.

[@TheGrantAlexander]

I know when I am working, every horizontal surface becomes a workbench (and also a dumping ground)

[@skullandspade]

CLEAN. SHOP. HAPPY. SHOP.

[@ivanthemisunderstood6940]

An oak stump would have been way more practical and lasted longer. But this is pretty.

[@skullandspade]

Oddly enough, there is a distinct lack of Oak Stumps in the California desert. Luckily, making pretty/practical anvil stands solves that problem.

[@ivanthemisunderstood6940]

@@skullandspade I just bought a 150# Peter Wright from a farmer. It's welded to a weird pipe/water heater tank base. I'm torn between packing the base with sand or hunting down an oak stump. I'm too impatient to build it a throne like you did. You aren't just a garden variety blacksmith, you're a craftsman. Keep up the good work and don't be discouraged by trolls like me.

[@k.cashman427]

Great job!! Curious, did you attach the wood top to the rest of the stand or is it just resting?

[@skullandspade]

It’s attached, I screwed it down in the video. I believe it was a quick shot

[@Amekdalaz]

Like the rope for tool holding, did u measure it up how many kilo it is?

[@skullandspade]

With the anvil and sand, about 225kg

[@janeblogs324]

You gotta put your eyes closer to the welds, clear you can't see what you're doing

[@skullandspade]

Hmmmm. Maybe I'll take the mask off. That should help.

[@jeremiahmccutcheon3234]

The crosspein on the anvil stand not the one u were using. The flared one

[@skullandspade]

I believe you’re referring to my Sunset Forge hammer

[@PunaMieto]

This is ABSOLUTE beauty

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@forjanatalense]

thats the most awesome anvil stand i have ever seen. Absolutely incredible work sir!

[@skullandspade]

w00h00

[@hsarmh100]

♡

[@reforzar]

Your workbench weighs more than mine.

[@skullandspade]

You're not wrong.

[@GibClark]

👍👍👍👍 that'll work and looks great!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Gib!

[@ryanbrazel1459]

Those skulls have a real attitude problem.

[@skullandspade]

They really do

[@Lazywatchsmith]

Awesome

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@OldNorsebrewery]

and Norwegian violin music

[@skullandspade]

Woot

[@molegrip3860]

Cheers Brett - thanks for sharing another great video

[@skullandspade]

Thank you!

[@TwistedTwineWoodworking]

A fine workbench, indeed!! Great video and so many nuggets of tips and processes!! Much Appreciate!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank you lady!

[@chybz]

Awesome music, awesome build... mmmh.. Well awesome everything, THANK YOU !

[@skullandspade]

Well thank you Remy!

[@MtPhillipMetalWorks]

Zim zim zala bim

[@skullandspade]

You're not even trying anymore.

[@larrywhite6637]

music was WAY TOO MUCH.

[@skullandspade]

Please locate either your volume or mute button.

[@joshschneider9766]

I knew the moment I saw cedar this was gonna look good

[@skullandspade]

Yusssss

[@ecrusch]

At the very least, there should be a "0" after that 5 in the subscribers count Captain. The pieces you produce with common tools shows that it can be done, and cone wonderfully. You truly inspire me brother. And that squeeze-box musical accompaniment was spectacular! Thank you Brett...honest.

[@skullandspade]

Wow Eric. Thank you very much for such kind words. We will hopefully get there one of these days.

[@fxpestoperator5527]

Amazing Brother!!!!!

[@skullandspade]

Thank ye

[@FigmentsMade]

Everything's a workbench? Or something... It's a fantastic addition to the ship shop! Totally fits your aesthetic while doing all the things. And of course the rope! Beautiful.

[@skullandspade]

The floor is just a workbench with no legs.

[@FigmentsMade]

Brett McAfee And we are using foot clamps all the time.

[@jshpaint]

You had me skeptical until I saw the sand. Beautiful build!

[@skullandspade]

Wait for it

[@cwaldrip]

Amazing. I literally kept going ‘what the... cool!’ Over and over! And the music was awesome. Who was it?

[@skullandspade]

I get all my music from Epidemicsound.com

[@dylanklemm5534]

Twice the anvils twice the fun

[@skullandspade]

AYE!

[@MichaelKieweg]

Nice sunday morning treat to watch you build. Now you need your own ocean in the desert, aka quenchtank.

[@RedBairnMedia]

A grog barrel more than likely :D

[@skullandspade]

@@RedBairnMedia Aye

[@skullandspade]

I'm definitely going to need one. In case i need to jump in and cool off.

[@Beardmondy67]

.. Nicely done, good sIr ,..

[@skullandspade]

Cheers beardy

[@SlayThatNoob]

Great video. Editing and craftsmanship on point. Stoked I found your channel. Subbed :)

[@skullandspade]

Welcome to the weird NOOBLORD!

[@thelonemoomin]

Another cracking build dude. The 'Workbench' looks awesome, a fine addition to the deck of the....... Work-ship on the Sea Of Sand?

[@skullandspade]

Aye! Thanks Thomas!

[@seangere9698]

Well it really is a blacksmiths workbench. So you're definitely correct on calling it a workbench. Looks good. Without the anvil you could use it as a trashcan or a coal bucket.

[@skullandspade]

100% agree. If needed, It'll make a great bin.

[@nikond90ful1]

Thanks for the video Brett. Excellent as always.Music was great, set the mood perfectly. Keep safe and stay well.

[@skullandspade]

Thank you Colin, hope you enjoyed!