BIG Rusty Swage Block Restoration

Bringing a Blacksmith Swage Block Back to Life

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This is by far my biggest cast iron repair attempt. This 4” thick swage block was broken in half and I was determined to repair it. Preheat and post heat with lots of needle scaler attention and so far so good!! @lincolnelectric @harrisproducts @pferd_na #make #maker #handmade #makeeverything #steel #weld #torch #fire #heat #repair #restoration | Make Everything

For sale, a massive 315 lb vintage German swage block with a metal stand. It is approx 18” square and 5.5” thick. It has a nice dish swage in the center, and various holes of different sizes and shapes. Further description in the video narration. For pricing info please send a message. I can ship relatively economically. Have a great Monday eve 🍻. . . . . #anvil #anvils #blacksmith #blacksmithing #forge #metalwork #tools #handtools #flypress #vise | Vintage Toolworks

For sale, a massive 330 lb near mint English swage block with the original fitted factory stand. The combine weight is about 600 lbs. Heavy duty, hard to find, it is 18” square and 6” thick. Further description in the video narration. For pricing info please send a message. I can ship relatively economically. Have a great Thursday 🤙 . . . . #anvil #anvils #blacksmith #blacksmithing #forge #metalwork #tools #handtools #flypress #vise | Vintage Toolworks

… the swage block! A swage block is a multi-functional, heavy metal block with various shaped depressions and forms designed to aid in shaping and forming hot metal, serving as a versatile tool for creating intricate and precise details in forged pieces. | John Boyd Smith Metal Studios