where do i find a cheap power hammer - Bladesmith's Forum Board
Jun 7, 2012 · I'm sure you could figure out a way to motorize the "tommy hammer". Here's a diagram of a similar hammer from Ron Moss' book Chain Making in the Black Country: If you have access to welding equipment, I'd say go with something like the example Geoff showed. If not, I think the tommy hammer would be easy to make and could maybe suit your needs.
Japanese power hammer for sale - Bladesmith's Forum Board
Mar 2, 2010 · I have a Japanese power hammer for sale. It is designed and built for the professional knife-maker, and I have brought it from Sakai-shi, Japan, where I have apprenticed, a few years ago. I learned making sushi knives on this hammer. I currently have 4 power hammers, and much as I would like to have a fifth one, there is simply no space.
POWER HAMMERS FOR SALE - Tools, Supplies and Materials
Nov 3, 2006 · Some old mechanicals have come up for sale and i dont want them to become scrap.The owner of the building is not a blacksmith and does not care what happens to these hammers.1.A BEAUDRY CHAMPION(its hard to tell the size from the pic 200-250lb. or larger?Beaudry made these from 50-500lbs.)2.A FAI...
50lb modern power hammer price/sanity check
Apr 9, 2015 · Hi guys looking for opinions here. There is a sale 3 hrs or so from me this weekend and in it is a 50lb Modern power hammer single phase 3 horse motor on a additional steel plate , from a quick phone conversation with the older gentleman having the sale sounds like it is in operational shape plug and play so to speak.
Kerrihard power hammer for sale - Tools, Supplies and Materials ...
May 5, 2011 · Kerrihard power hammer for sale. By Nathan M May 5, 2011 in Tools, Supplies and Materials. Share
Dupont Fairbanks model B power hammer for sale
Feb 27, 2016 · $4500 or best offer. Located in Woonsocket RI. Running and under power Dupont Fairbanks Model B 75lb blacksmithing power hammer. New spring, new pitman arm, large combo dies, custom spring & arm guards. Currently running. Brake currently removed due to a break, but included. Hammer is complete and well maintained.
Blacker type B power hammer for sale - Bladesmith's Forum Board
May 11, 2015 · With the large striking face, in comparison to power, it doesn't disrupt folding patterns as much as other hammers I have used. When I really got to know mine, I could get her to just kiss a billet when I wanted to set a weld, or really splat material when squeezing large partially consolidated blooms down to plates for grading.
Massey 3cwt power hammer help - Bladesmith's Forum Board
Aug 3, 2011 · oh, just for the curious..., the hammer in the video is forging a titanium alloy preform for a hip joint in an orthopaedic forge. The stroke of the hammer is also about 30% to short, so its down about 50% on energy - hence the apparent 'low' work rate on the workpiece!
Tire hammer plans - Beginners Place - Bladesmith's Forum Board
Feb 16, 2015 · A rebuilt Little Giant power hammer in working order will list for $4,500. An alternative is the Clay Spencer Tire Hammer. I have seen old postings of blacksmithing clubs building them as projects. For me with no local clubs (and work) such opportunities most unlikely any time soon. The Spencer plans I purchased did not include a material list.
buying a power hammer in Europe - Bladesmith's Forum Board
Jul 3, 2016 · If it's heavy enough to withstand the forces, you'd need a big tractor to move it. Generally a hammer like that would have a very large post for the backbone, which would be anchored in the ground. Be very carefull. Even a treadle hammer puts a lot of force on the frame. A number of years ago a smith on this forum was using a shop built power ...