Thread: Antique store Anvil

I picked up this anvil the other day at an antique store for 5 dollars. It was a bit rusty and oily but in good condition and a nice size 6X1.75 in. It cleaned up nicely.

What is interesting is that,
1. It appear to be plated, nickel I think then painted. And
2. It is magnetized, fairly strong pull. It should be nice for razors work.

Any Ideas why it would be magnetized? Other than to hold the steel. Is it specific for some trade?

Marty


I picked up this anvil the other day at an antique store for 5 dollars. It was a bit rusty and oily but in good condition and a nice size 6X1.75 in. It cleaned up nicely.

What is interesting is that,
1. It appear to be plated, nickel I think then painted. And
2. It is magnetized, fairly strong pull. It should be nice for razors work.

Any Ideas why it would be magnetized? Other than to hold the steel. Is it specific for some trade?

Marty

Im no blacksmith expert but with the very large anvils, they use a magnet underneath to quiet them, to make the ring almost go away.

Originally Posted by Martin103

Im no blacksmith expert but with the very large anvils, they use a magnet underneath to quiet them, to make the ring almost go away.

I wonder if a large magnet would work on my neighbors downstairs??

Originally Posted by Hirlau

I wonder if a large magnet would work on my neighbors downstairs??

Depends upon how you apply it to them, where, and how often!
~Richard

For light work that would be ok. For heavy forging work it would be unsuitable because the table is not supported except in the middle.

The anvil is a soft grey iron casting. I agree with Bruno. If it can be mounted solidly, and if you have a lot of space, it would be a razor renewal item. If not, it could take up too much space to have around the bench. Drill a couple of small ( 1/16th inch )holes through it to use for punching out pins. The material is soft and, believe it or not, it will get dinged by the setting / peening of brass pins. Make a couple small one third hollow dents for pinning with a Dremel round burr.
Just my take on the anvil.
~Richard

That's a neat little anvil. Nice find!