[cables]

Does anyone have or know anyone who would like to rid them selves of some blaksmithing tools and items, and coal, does anyone know where I can get coal around here in Arkansas with out pay a arm and leg for shipping handling?

 

[Wes Ramsey]

My father-in-law just got a couple of new bags of coal, but his nephew picked them up on his way back from PA. There are some coal mines around Clarksville, but that coal has too much sulfur for smithing. I called him to see if he knew of anyone around that might have some tools or coal for sale, and he said most guys buy coal in bulk and split the shipping costs. if you can find someone that has a bunch you might be able to snag a bit or get in on a bulk order. There's a Blacksmith's Organization of Arkansas you might contact to find some smiths in your area - http://boar.abana-chapter.com/. Another good source would be to find an Amish or Mennenite community and buy from them.

 

[cables]

Thanks for the help, will take any help I can get.

 

[Selfbow]

Does anyone have or know anyone who would like to rid them selves of some blaksmithing tools and items, and coal, does anyone know where I can get coal around here in Arkansas with out pay a arm and leg for shipping handling?

Try Old Washington state park.
They have a blacksmith school and knife makeing school.
I'm sure that they could help you out.

 

[Wes Ramsey]

That reminds me - there's a blacksmithing school in Memphis. Don't know where or what it's called, but I happened to talk to a guy last night that took some classes there. Might be worth a google...

 

[ronpip]

I'm pretty sure that the school you are referring to is at the National Ornamental Metal Museum.

 

[lunger]

Check your PM.These guys get together every Wednesday night.

 

[longbeardhunter]

cables, i have a forge. one of the old ones. on the stand with pan and hand crank blower. all it needs is a radiator hose from the blower to the pan. and if i could dig them out of the mess i probably have some tongs. this is over at my place in mo. let me know.



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[Selfbow]

Cables, there was/is an old man who lives at Wilburn named Rex Harrel who was the last of the blacksmiths here in Arkansas. If he is still kicking, he can help you out. His son lives in Rosebud and his name is Dickie Harrel. If the old man is still around he is a hoot! He turns wood and is a "smitty".

Here is a link
http://www.arkansasmediaroom.com/news-releases/listings/display.asp?id=32