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Spent $120 on a "professional" anvil from a flea market in Ohio and it cracked on day three
I figured I was getting a deal on this old Fisher anvil at a flea market outside Columbus. Looked fine on the outside but after just a few heats a hairline crack opened right across the face. Now I'm out my money and stuck using a chunk of railroad track till I save up for a real anvil from Centaur Forge. Anyone else get burned by a bargain anvil?
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diana_west2711d ago
Funny how that railroad track ends up being more reliable than half the "bargains" out there. Cracks like that usually mean the thing was abused or stored in damp conditions before you got it. Next time I'd stick with an older anvil from a known seller who'll stand behind what they're selling.
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alicehernandez11d ago
Honestly, what @diana_west27 said about damp storage makes total sense - that moisture probably caused internal rusting that finally showed itself. Railroad track is ugly but tough as nails, so at least you've got a solid backup while you save up. A known seller might charge more but at least you get a guarantee instead of a paperweight.
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That whole situation just proves something I see all the time with tools and gear. People chase the low price tag and end up paying double in frustration and replacement costs. It's like buying a cheap chainsaw that won't start after one season versus spending a bit more on a Stihl that lasts twenty years. The real bargain isn't the number on the sticker, it's getting something that actually works when you need it. Railroad track anvils aren't pretty but they're honest, and that's worth more than a fancy failure. Have you noticed this same pattern playing out with anything else in your shop or garage?
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