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Thinking outside the box
One of the reasons I've never purchased a swage block is because they are covered with a bunch of shapes and holes that I just don't need. I thought about having one cut out from a plate of mild steel, but that's every bit as costly as buying a cast iron block, and I really don't have much need for one. Most blacksmiths don't use 90% of their swage block's options so it seems like a lot of mass to have around collecting dust.
Kudos to Adriano Pasquino for coming up with a swage block design that gives folks the ability to make their own, getting exactly what they want and nothing they don't. With the bolt-together design, you can cut out the shapes you need right now and have plenty of room to add new holes in the future. Plus, it's a good project to help broaden your metalworking skills!
A great video to watch, as well. Adriano does a great job making a door handle! https://youtu.be/2kb93p5hzfc
A great video to watch, as well. Adriano does a great job making a door handle! https://youtu.be/2kb93p5hzfc
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Hello! Welcome to Three Rivers Forge.
I look forward to sharing this journey with you and hope that you find the adventure as enjoyable as I do!
When I first started down this path more years ago than I care to admit, I never would have imagined I'd end up here. Truth be told, I never imagined there would be this thing called the "internet" or that it'd be possible to reach out across the world with the push of a few buttons.
I'm not at all savvy when it comes to this technology stuff, but I'm deeply grateful for the fact that it's allowed me to share my ironwork with customers around the world. From Singapore to Switzerland, Israel to New Zealand, you can ironwork from Three Rivers Forge.... and it's been a tremendous honor.
I look forward to sharing this journey with you and hope that you find the adventure as enjoyable as I do!
When I first started down this path more years ago than I care to admit, I never would have imagined I'd end up here. Truth be told, I never imagined there would be this thing called the "internet" or that it'd be possible to reach out across the world with the push of a few buttons.
I'm not at all savvy when it comes to this technology stuff, but I'm deeply grateful for the fact that it's allowed me to share my ironwork with customers around the world. From Singapore to Switzerland, Israel to New Zealand, you can ironwork from Three Rivers Forge.... and it's been a tremendous honor.
What are my goals for this page? Well, I actually haven't set any, to be honest. I could talk all day long about how I'd like to purchase a hydraulic press or sell a dozen t-shirts every month, but the truth is that I'll be overjoyed just to receive your support and know that there are folks out there who have my back. It's support from good people like you who keep the iron moving here at Three Rivers Forge. I realize that not everyone has the need for some ironwork or a t-shirt of their own at the moment, so I thought I would offer this option as well.
Every dollar raised goes directly to the #blacksmith shop's operation. Maybe that'll help buy some more iron. Maybe your support will make it possible to try something entirely new to me. In short, I'm not sure about a lot of things but I can be certain that it will be an exciting journey.
Exclusive content not only on how I make the projects like the dishes I'm so well known for, but why I make them the way I do. In the #blacksmith trade, the why is just as important as the how, and you'll be the very first let in on the secrets. :D
So, again, welcome! It's great to have you here and I look forward to sharing the journey with you!
Every dollar raised goes directly to the #blacksmith shop's operation. Maybe that'll help buy some more iron. Maybe your support will make it possible to try something entirely new to me. In short, I'm not sure about a lot of things but I can be certain that it will be an exciting journey.
Exclusive content not only on how I make the projects like the dishes I'm so well known for, but why I make them the way I do. In the #blacksmith trade, the why is just as important as the how, and you'll be the very first let in on the secrets. :D
So, again, welcome! It's great to have you here and I look forward to sharing the journey with you!
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The drill press is probably one of the most useful tools to have in the shop, and one that I use more than I would ever have imagined! To make it an even more versatile tool for the shop, when we reach this goal, we will add the excellent table made by Fireball Tools, or by shop for a vintage drill press that has better features, including a larger table.
The addition of a larger table would allow for fixturing, the placement of jigs and fences, as well as supporting larger pieces. The drill press extension table sold by Fireball Tools is designed with the small shop in mind.
Of course, if you're following along here at Three Rivers Forge, I'm sure you have the same passion for old tools that I do. Adding something like a Walker Turner radial arm drill press to the shop would be an amazing step forward. I can't say if one will be available at the time, or if it'll be available at a price I can afford, but I will certainly consider it an option.
Small bricks build big walls, and little additions to the shop can make a tremendous difference in speed, efficiency, and design capabilities, as well as the overall ambience. Thank you for seeing the potential. Thank you for joining the team!
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