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I thought a cheap forge from Harbor Freight was a good starter deal, but it cost me more in the end.

I grabbed their $200 propane forge last year thinking I'd save cash while learning. The burner was impossible to tune for a consistent heat, and the lining crumbled after about 40 hours of use. I ended up spending another $350 on a proper Devil Forge to replace it. Anyone have a good budget forge brand that actually holds up?
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elliot_allen65
Check your local blacksmithing club's used gear first.
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ward.julia
Ugh, so true, saves a ton of cash.
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