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Information will appear here that needs to reach the MABA members in a timely manner.
Updated March 18, 2024.
As of the last update the For Sale items were still available.


Posted:
3-18-24

Wanted:

Blacksmith wanted to Demonstrate
Bob and Sandy Mottice are hosting a Fall Vendor Market, and are looking for a blacksmith to demonstrate from 10am-5pm on September 21st, inside his stone and timber blacksmith shop.
You will be using his stone forge, bellows, post vise and anvil, coal is provided. Please bring your favorite hand tools. You may demonstrate and sell your work.
More information can be found on the Let's Gather Flyer located here

Contact:
Bob 517.563.2155 or email: robertmottice@aol.com

Posted:
03-18-24

Public Event/Demonstration Opportunity

Blacksmiths, Soldiers and Log Cabin Weekend
Saturday June 22nd and Sunday June 23rd from 10AM to 5PM

Waterloo Farm Museum
13493 Waterloo Munith Rd.
Grass Lake, Mi 49240

    Demonstrators (and visitors) wanted to join the crew at this public event at a historical museum. All levels welcome. Please bring any gear, a way to rope off your work area, and your own steel. If you do not have your own forge, we may be able to find some time for you at the museum or a demonstrator's forge.
    A pop-up shade is highly recommended. Please come early to setup. Attempt at historical dress encouraged but not required.
    Rustic camping is available for those who would like to stay overnight--behind the barns for modern setups or in the work area for historical tents.
Contact:
Jenny Smith to RSVP or for more information.
Email: msjen89@yahoo.com

Posted:
3-9-2024

For Sale:
1. Nugier 20-ton Model H 20-6 hand operated $400.00
2. Lincoln Pro Cut 55 Plasma Cutter with consumables $700.00
3. Lincoln AC/DC Welder 225/125 $225.00
4. South Bend Lathe 9 inch horizontal drive, Model A with a 3 and 4 jaw chucks and with user manual $1800.00
5. Sand Blaster tank 250 Gallon see thru window door $150.00 also hood and blaster with parts $125.00
6. Enco Drill Press $200.00
7. ****SOLD****Peter Wright 150# anvil 7/8 Hardie hole in very good condition****SOLD****
8. Small gas Acetylene Oxygen set, used with tanks $150.00

Contact:
Bob Becker 248-761-3863 or email: whitehorseforge@sbcglobal.net

Posted:
2-22-2024

WANTED:
CJ Forge is looking for any smiths interested in teaching beginner lessons.

Contact:
Donnie Miller directly at 248-227-6322 or email CJ Forge at cjforgeblacksmith@yahoo.com

Posted:
12-13-23

For Sale:

Custom CNC Plasma Cutting, Fly Press Tooling, Flower Blanks & Projects for the Blacksmith

Contact:
James Stuart, 517.563.2155 or go to: www.stoneypointforge.com

Posted:
12-13-23

For Sale:

50lb bags of nut size Pennsylvania Blacksmith Coal. Call to confirm availability and pricing. ($20 - MABA Members, $25 - Non-Members) Available in South Haven.

Contact:
Ted Guimond 269.767.4600

Posted:
12-13-23

For Sale:

Holland Anvil
Over 20 different anvils sizes, styles, and weights. Weights: 4-440lbs. 8 swage block styles; 1 Cone Mandrel; 5 drift styles
More anvil and swage block patterns to come!
hollandanvil.com or check out our Holland Anvil Facebook and IG page

Contact:
Greg Hagen, 616.836.5317

Posted:
12-13-24

For Sale:

34x22 Champion lever forge with blower, blower needs work $125
Heavy duty steel anvil stand 25"H- $150

Contact:
Henry Vry 616.784.4547 Grand Rapids, MI