![]() Commonly used to mark anvil weights before the adoption of the metric system. Never, and I mean NEVER go to make an offer without the cash in hand.Īll of that was in one post, but I had to chop it to get it on here-frustrating. If you know about anvils, you know that Peter Wright was one of the best. ![]() lbs anvil shaped object or you can go and get an 1800s English Peter Wright that. Then I make the offer, and I have cash in hand-all in Benjamin's. For blacksmithing in general the rule of thumb in anvil weights is the. I usually chat with the seller some before offering anything.įirst off-DO NOT LOOK EXCITED WHEN YOU LOOK AT IT! I ask about where they got it, if it has any family history, look it over some-especially the chipping, let them know it will be used and not flipped or collected, I help other smiths in my area with loaner anvils, etc. You did not state the asking price, but if it was me. 0:00 / 6:12 Peter Wright anvil swdweeb 9.13K subscribers Subscribe 105 Share 14K views 6 years ago Ive been looking for an anvil for a while now. It really comes down to what you can comfortably afford, not what others are willing to pay. Date range given the foot shape is anywhere between 1870-ish to 1930-ish. A good anvil is heavy, but not too heavy. If it passes, go for it.Īs for price.that will vary with location, condition, maker, and if the seller has looked it up on the internet I pay $1 a pound, others gladly pay $4+ a pound. Peter Wright Anvil (1 - 8 of 8 results) Price () Shipping Categories Home Decor Antique Peter Wright Blacksmith Iron Longhorn Anvil BucksEstateTraders (237) 895. The divots/punchmarks on the mark side opposite the weight are just where someone was playing or testing the temper of a ball punch. Do a rebound test - which can be found in the forums search feature. (1x112 + 1x28 + 0) Peter Wright is one of the most common brands of old anvils seen in the USA I don't know where you are at. The weight is in the CWT system so 1 1 0 original weight was 140 pounds. ![]() The A's are most likely inspection marks. The chipped edges can be dressed, and you don't want sharp ones anyways. Posted ApBetween 18 most likely the late 1800's. Overall it looks in good shape, it is a great weight, and PW is a good maker.
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