Turning a Rusty RAILROAD Track into an ANVIL

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  • Опубліковано 17 січ 2025

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  • @almostperfectrestoration
    @almostperfectrestoration  2 роки тому +177

    No milling machines no special equipment, just few simple tools in my hands and Ton of work.
    Here is the most easy way to make your own quality anvil.
    Hope you enjoy the video, don't forget to press Subscribe and Like.

    • @_CAHEK_
      @_CAHEK_ 2 роки тому +6

      Молодец.Уважаю.Я так старый топор оживил.

    • @Tommoy5580
      @Tommoy5580 2 роки тому +3

      I didn’t forget

    • @mick1gallagher
      @mick1gallagher 2 роки тому +7

      After all that hard worke and I must say we'll done but this is not an anvil its just something that looks like an anvil

    • @TohGahr
      @TohGahr 2 роки тому +4

      @@mick1gallagher it is hardened steel, it will work mostly :P

    • @mick1gallagher
      @mick1gallagher 2 роки тому +10

      @@TohGahr yes but drop a hammer on that rail road piece and drop a hammer on on a real anvil and see the difference in the bounce and the difference in the sound along the anvil it's very good but still not an anvil

  • @varun009
    @varun009 Рік тому +17

    This video is a testament to the power of the simple angle grinder. If you wanna get into knife making, it's one of if not the best tool you can have. Grinding belts are expensive and homemade ones joined with flex tape work but aren't ideal. A lot safer though. I'm fortunate to have a lot of access to oxy and a cutting torch so I don't have to spend hours hogging out material, but I really appreciate the initiative. Railroad track is usually made of low carbon and (relatively) high manganese content for easy continuous casting and hot rolling. The surface of used track is usually work hardened because of the manganese, but you seem to have ground off the hardened case. I can't tell exactly what you're working with but it wouldn't hurt to forge weld a piece of leaf spring steel to the work surface. In this case, forge welding is easier than stick welding. Forge them together and let them anneal in the forge overnight. Heat them back to austenizing temp and quench in oil then temper to light blue. A blue spring temper is really all you need.

    • @bionicallychallenged7290
      @bionicallychallenged7290 2 місяці тому

      This is some solid advice! I think I'm going to give that a try myself! I'd love to pick your brain!

    • @varun009
      @varun009 2 місяці тому

      @@bionicallychallenged7290 by all means. I'm right here. I live in India where it's next to impossible to get an anvil that isn't entirely cast iron. But I've come to the conclusion that any 1020 steel that can reach 42 hrc after tempering is quite serviceable. Fussing about railroad tracks may be counterproductive. Moreover, in the distant past, people didn't have monolithic anvils. They had various work stations.

  • @nikomonaco6672
    @nikomonaco6672 2 роки тому +82

    I respect your effort mate.I restore only a rusty hammer and I know how hard it was to make it shine.Golden hands you have .Be blessed .

  • @jeffeorymurray7485
    @jeffeorymurray7485 2 роки тому +218

    Approximately how many cutting wheels did you use for this project?

    • @peterrivney552
      @peterrivney552 2 роки тому +50

      I'd say about 50 to 75 and using those cut off wheels for angle grinding is dangerous if it was to break

    • @denji_knife9794
      @denji_knife9794 2 роки тому +33

      @@peterrivney552 angle grinder is most versatile and dangurus tool in the workshop.

    • @peterherrington3300
      @peterherrington3300 2 роки тому +52

      @@peterrivney552
      Is there a power tool that ISNT dangerous if it breaks ?
      Maybe stick to something safer mate , .
      Like knitting

    • @srivatsanvenkatesh108
      @srivatsanvenkatesh108 2 роки тому +8

      Yes

    • @investidoramador9850
      @investidoramador9850 2 роки тому +9

      all of them

  • @imanenigma3348
    @imanenigma3348 2 роки тому +47

    Beautiful work mate, to nice to use!
    I bet your neighbours just loved the sound of that angle grinder,
    not to mention the cost of discs!
    Great job just the same.

  • @matthewb8229
    @matthewb8229 2 роки тому +22

    I like that you polished the striking surfaces, and painted the support. Looks really good, and that's a perfect size for the average person working in their garage. Very useful item you made.

  • @AaronTWas
    @AaronTWas Рік тому +5

    Appreciate you showing how you did this using one basic angle grinder (WITH the guard on the whole time), and some files. It may have taken a while but most railroad track anvil videos you find feature massive angle grinders, milling machines, and fancy metal bandsaws. Since I possess none of these items, I had resigned myself to my piece of railroad track just remaining in its railroad track-form and forging on that, but you have inspired me to take a stab at reshaping it into a better anvil!

  • @dan725
    @dan725 Рік тому +2

    sometimes, it’s ok to invest in better tools like plasma cutters and/or industrial bandsaws. LOL! halfway through and seeing you use the hacksaw, I literal yelled “BRUH…”
    And that’s followed by “…I USE ONLY SIMPLE TOOLS!!!!!!!” text across the screen, and I fell out of my seat laughing.
    This was an exercise in determination; but regardless, the anvil came out beautifully.

  • @seemarajderkar3019
    @seemarajderkar3019 2 роки тому +9

    Amazing tools that can cut and shape such a heavy and thick iron track.
    But the biggest applause goes to the person doing this job so perfectly!! He is a superb craftsman!!
    Hats off to his skill !!

  • @kevinnapier8996
    @kevinnapier8996 2 роки тому +11

    You should market this as an award for railroad companies to buy. This craftsmanship is amazing! You REALLY do have something here. Take that idea and run with it!

  • @jeffeorymurray7485
    @jeffeorymurray7485 2 роки тому +58

    Wow, what a work of art. I don't think I would even use that for blacksmithing. I would just display it in my shop. That is allot of skill you carry in your hands.

  • @robertortega8093
    @robertortega8093 2 роки тому

    Patience and desire to complete. Awesome 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @SC.243k
    @SC.243k 2 роки тому +2

    Fanstastic work 👏👌 thanks my friend👍👍

  • @Fylatiss
    @Fylatiss 5 місяців тому

    5:41 Aaaw a cute little mouse 🐭🐁🥰😍

  • @666dovahktheking4
    @666dovahktheking4 2 роки тому +17

    I need that! I used to use a piece of train track in the past, it’s fairly useful but this looks to nice to use. Good job

  • @lotsoffreetime8392
    @lotsoffreetime8392 2 роки тому +5

    This very amazing Anvil 🤩your hard work pays off this rusty railroad that you turn into an amazing Anvil 👍👍👍

  • @asifbayramov9326
    @asifbayramov9326 2 роки тому +2

    Beautiful Craft 💟👍

  • @raptors3164
    @raptors3164 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent and beautiful. 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @helifynoe6956
    @helifynoe6956 2 роки тому +5

    One of the most amazing pieces of railroad track, a piece that does not rust at the ends.

  • @not.likely
    @not.likely 2 роки тому +5

    A lot of hard work and obvious creativity. Beautiful end result. Bravo!

    • @balkourdhillon5402
      @balkourdhillon5402 2 роки тому

      ਕਮਾਲ ਕਰਤੀ ਬਾਈ ਜੀ ਬਹੁਤ ਹੀ ਵਧੀਆ ਤਰੀਕੇ ਨਾਲ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਇਹ ਆਰਨਬਣਾਇਆਇਹ ਲਾਈਨ ਦਾ ਟੋਟਾ ਘੱਟ ਮਿਲਦਾ ਬਹੁਤ ਹੀ ਵਧੀਆ

  • @TrueBlueBoogie
    @TrueBlueBoogie Рік тому

    😃😳😮😳😮😃😃😃 DUDE‼️😃 You’re an amazing Metal Artisan‼️

  • @anthonycox7693
    @anthonycox7693 2 роки тому +2

    This might be my favorite one from your channel

  • @MikeVal1369
    @MikeVal1369 2 роки тому +4

    That is art, thank you for sharing!

  • @fordfairlane662dr
    @fordfairlane662dr 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent workmanship!

  • @KpxUrz5745
    @KpxUrz5745 2 роки тому +7

    Just a gorgeous result! Fantastic work.

  • @gyorgyjanoswallinger5404
    @gyorgyjanoswallinger5404 2 роки тому

    Nagyon szép munka! Én sajnálnák dolgozni rajta! Ezt a darabot ki kellene múzeumban állítani! Gratulálok!

  • @victorcastro109
    @victorcastro109 2 роки тому

    This is the best creative and forging perfect channel that i ever watch , with no dialogues , no special machine , only a guy with many full free time can do this

  • @masonrogers264
    @masonrogers264 6 місяців тому

    The anvil looks great!

  • @jayaseelan3766
    @jayaseelan3766 Рік тому +1

    Nice work. Super. 👌👌

  • @intivillarroel1642
    @intivillarroel1642 2 роки тому

    yes beautiful wok, congratulations 👍👍👍👍

  • @chrisgenovese8188
    @chrisgenovese8188 2 роки тому +18

    Phenomenal work, my man. Goes to show what the versatility of an angle grinder, and a lot of elbow grease can do. Thumb'd & subbed.

  • @kakariki8744
    @kakariki8744 2 роки тому +1

    a work of art in itself, beautiful👌👍

  • @deanlawson6880
    @deanlawson6880 Рік тому +1

    Wow! That's an absolutely beautiful Anvil! That's like a piece of Artwork in itself, in addition to being a really useful metalworking tool.
    Great video - Nicely Done!

  • @mickymouse1232
    @mickymouse1232 2 роки тому +1

    I LIKE THAT """" --- THUMBS UP " -- GREAT WORK .

  • @chetmarcotti4953
    @chetmarcotti4953 2 роки тому +3

    Really nice work. Great profile too.

  • @luisgonzalez3785
    @luisgonzalez3785 2 роки тому

    That is a work of art. 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @Sneaky_Manatee
    @Sneaky_Manatee 2 роки тому +1

    By 1:46, I would have said the hell with this and called it quits. You're not kidding. A TON of work.

  • @justahuman5342
    @justahuman5342 2 роки тому +2

    This tiny anvil is so cute! Can't wait to see you use it in your next videos...

  • @Endicorp1
    @Endicorp1 10 місяців тому

    Fantastic job, Anvil looks amazing and great polished finish. Thanks for sharing.

  • @gaius_enceladus
    @gaius_enceladus 2 роки тому +2

    An absolute work of art! Beautiful!

  • @Ib_ru1002
    @Ib_ru1002 2 роки тому +1

    Very beautifulll....😍😍

  • @orcokiwo6703
    @orcokiwo6703 2 роки тому +1

    CROM himself would be proud. 👍👍🤘🤘

  • @petricabistricean1806
    @petricabistricean1806 2 роки тому +1

    Super tare 👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @tomswindler64
    @tomswindler64 2 роки тому +1

    Lotta work,came out great 👍👍👍😎😎😎

  • @onurakkaya5844
    @onurakkaya5844 2 роки тому

    Đã là fan thì mãi mãi là fan😉💗

  • @nelsonramos7439
    @nelsonramos7439 2 роки тому +1

    Wow that is amazingly awesome beautiful work 👏 perfection .

  • @danielbogado2398
    @danielbogado2398 Рік тому

    Excelente!!!!!👍👍👍💪💪

  • @bentleyblower
    @bentleyblower 2 роки тому +6

    Like most master crafsmen, you make this look easy, but we all know just what an enormous task this must have been.
    Well done.

  • @Charlielizard
    @Charlielizard 2 роки тому +4

    That looked like it wasn't easy,as you stated in the beginning. However, that little anvil turned out beautiful. Most definitely a labor of love. Appreciate you posting this video. Excellent transformation! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @marcosferra9332
    @marcosferra9332 2 роки тому +6

    Maravilhoso !
    Não dá coragem de usar .
    Serve como peça decorativa .
    Parabéns pelo lindo trabalho .
    São Carlos -SP , BRASIL.

  • @brianfalls5038
    @brianfalls5038 2 роки тому +6

    I did this very thing last year and made an anvil. The hardest part of making it was drilling out the hole for the Hardy hole. It was a lot of fun!

  • @dannyhenson3141
    @dannyhenson3141 2 роки тому +3

    That's absolutely incredible. You have something that you should always be proud of.

  • @sylpascale7673
    @sylpascale7673 Рік тому

    Magnificent .......really enjoyed watching that

  • @raziel3726
    @raziel3726 2 роки тому +1

    Craftsmanship 👍👍

  • @TheErrant
    @TheErrant 2 роки тому +37

    Awesome work and a beautiful outcome. What I want to know is, how many grinding discs did you end up going through😂

    • @dynamotightstar3472
      @dynamotightstar3472 2 роки тому +6

      That's exactly what I thought. Hundreds! 🤣

    • @fidoasx
      @fidoasx 2 роки тому +3

      Also more money in discs than cost new small anvil. 😂😂😂
      It is really amazing and economically advantageous.🤣🤣🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️ I'm not even talking about that hard work.🙈

    • @brandonhughes179
      @brandonhughes179 2 роки тому +1

      My thoughts exactly!!!

    • @dodge698
      @dodge698 9 місяців тому

      I thought about that and why polish the working surface only? Will be ruined from first use ^^

  • @andrzejporeda7281
    @andrzejporeda7281 Рік тому +1

    Przepiękne jest to z tory kolejowej kowadło zrobione pozdrawiam twórcę tego filmiku 👍👍👍👍

  • @craigslattery934
    @craigslattery934 2 роки тому +1

    Fantastic result well done

  • @buddyvincent9205
    @buddyvincent9205 3 місяці тому

    You sir, are a genius!🤙

  • @rescobar8572
    @rescobar8572 2 роки тому

    Unbelievable!!!! The human determination is truly a remarkable thing!

  • @johnallright6847
    @johnallright6847 2 роки тому +5

    Really nice job, more like a piece of art than an implement.

  • @richjura8957
    @richjura8957 2 роки тому

    Utterly gorgeous ....thank you

  • @RestoredChannel
    @RestoredChannel 2 роки тому +2

    Wow!! Really nice work👏

  • @jessieadore
    @jessieadore Рік тому

    Gorgeous. Watching this made me miss my uncle and hanging out in his workshop as a little girl so much. Everything in me wanted to call and ask him to make me one.

  • @JOEZEP54
    @JOEZEP54 2 роки тому

    Nice job. A big 👍
    Stay well, Joe Z

  • @alemarco.raridades
    @alemarco.raridades Рік тому

    Awesome job! Congrats man!

  • @garyjones2582
    @garyjones2582 2 роки тому +10

    That turned out beautiful, but that is a lot of work to create such a masterpiece.. thx for bringing us along... Take care my friend and God Bless you and your family...

  • @officialayahnabila6849
    @officialayahnabila6849 2 роки тому +1

    wow amazing thank you for sharing

  • @gaynorjackson8857
    @gaynorjackson8857 2 роки тому +2

    Stunning I'd display it differently a talking point brilliant and top quality from a very talented person 🇬🇧 uk

  • @karolynagy6076
    @karolynagy6076 Рік тому

    Ihre Geduld ist beneidenswert. Sehr schön ist es geworden, in die Vitrine damit, nicht in die Werkstatt. Wieviel Trennscheiben haben Sie verbraucht? Gratuliere!

  • @s.arepairworkshop466
    @s.arepairworkshop466 2 роки тому +3

    Good working keep it up thanks for sharing your experience Long live happy with your family and friends

  • @osks
    @osks 2 роки тому

    Brilliantly done!

  • @RestorationAustralia
    @RestorationAustralia 2 роки тому +1

    Nicely done. 👍

  • @filippofior3722
    @filippofior3722 2 роки тому +2

    amazing job of patience! Great one!

  • @fpvflyby6855
    @fpvflyby6855 Рік тому

    That’s incredible. it’s like a work of art. Nice job.

  • @Dracul_X
    @Dracul_X 2 роки тому +4

    that anvil looks so nice, i don't think anyone would metalwork in that 😂

  • @andrewleach1323
    @andrewleach1323 2 роки тому

    Beautiful Work of art

  • @13thworker45
    @13thworker45 Рік тому

    Beautiful job, a true craftsman you are. Thank You

  • @vladnaka1985
    @vladnaka1985 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing Anvil!!! good job

  • @tomasdahuabe
    @tomasdahuabe Рік тому

    The most beautiful piece of metal i've ever seen

  • @rachmadanirachmadani1548
    @rachmadanirachmadani1548 Рік тому

    Simply job but awesome result..👍❤️❤️

  • @sotongh1
    @sotongh1 Рік тому

    what a wonderful job.. great stuff this.. thoroughly enjoyed watching it.

  • @adolforosado
    @adolforosado 2 роки тому +1

    I've had this yard long piece of rail now for a few years, you just pushed me over the edge mate. Thanks!

  • @hilkka-kaarinaainasto1759
    @hilkka-kaarinaainasto1759 Рік тому

    Hyvä Alasin. 👍 👏

  • @sandorkurtan3797
    @sandorkurtan3797 2 роки тому

    Wonderfull work! Congratulation!

  • @Gennadiy12656
    @Gennadiy12656 2 роки тому

    Шедевр!!! Снимаю шляпу )))

  • @brianfindsall
    @brianfindsall 2 роки тому

    AMAZING PATIENCE, AND A FANTASTIC RESULT. WOULD,NT HAVE THOUGHT IT POSSIBLE.

  • @EATTHECAKE89
    @EATTHECAKE89 2 роки тому

    So amazing for people to watch!

  • @CaliforniaFly
    @CaliforniaFly Рік тому

    Very nice work!

  • @samhackney5977
    @samhackney5977 2 роки тому +12

    How many hours did it take to complete this anvil? It’s beautiful! Thanks

  • @robletsdoit5886
    @robletsdoit5886 Рік тому

    Great work!!!!!!!!

  • @davidwilson2581
    @davidwilson2581 2 роки тому

    just beautiful very impressive

  • @kingoftrading75
    @kingoftrading75 2 роки тому

    Your work Genuinely amazing.

  • @davitiusrealm5108
    @davitiusrealm5108 2 роки тому +1

    Perfect !!! Even a lazy person will want to work.

  • @marioduarte7658
    @marioduarte7658 2 роки тому

    Superb work!

  • @codyrichardson5706
    @codyrichardson5706 2 роки тому +1

    i love the ASMR in this video

  • @joepearce3033
    @joepearce3033 2 роки тому

    It's a beautiful piece of work...
    Well done.

  • @janeplatt8254
    @janeplatt8254 2 роки тому

    That looks awesome, and what a transformation ❤️🇬🇧😊

  • @backyardchoppers4571
    @backyardchoppers4571 2 роки тому +1

    Love the sound that rings off of that type of steal.

  • @markandrews7043
    @markandrews7043 2 роки тому

    Wow beautiful indeed

  • @philadelphia3117
    @philadelphia3117 Рік тому

    You made an old piece of railroad track into an Anvil piece of art. I wouldn't want to hammer anything on it. I'd rather display it. Nice craftsmanship.