The old coal forge finally has a chimney and its time for the first fire in the new off grid blacksmith shop. I prefer to use an insulated chimney designed for wood stove installation. While more expensive, it is the safest option. This is Metal-Fab Temp-Guard Stainless Steel Chimney Pipe - https://www.woodlanddirect.com/10-metal-fab-temp-guard-stainless-steel-chimney-pipe/613816.html - not sponsored
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Blacksmith Supply: https://www.blacksmithsupply.com/
Use discount code "bear5"
Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil
http://www.stevefontaniniblacksmith.com
Precut blanks for forging available from:
https://www.blacksmithingblanks.com
use coupon code John at checkout.
My blacksmiths apron
http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF
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Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/b3yZ7v
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Insta360 One X2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_x2?i...
Insta360 Go2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go_2?ins...
Autel Evo II pro drone - https://auteldrones.com/?ref=HUB40s11...
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Mailing address:
Black Bear Forge
P.O. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023
Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith.
To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit.
https://www.abana.org/
Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/
Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/
New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/
New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/
New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/
Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/
Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com
Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.