Hello all, I have used this site and forum to help solve a few problems I've run into and it's really been a lifesaver. My name is Jake Balcom, and although I been a subscriber for a while I'm fairly new in terms of use. I own a small one man fabrication shop called Mettle Design in Nebraska and do my best to push the creative limits in the conservative heartland. I specialize mostly in fencing, railings, furniture, and other one offs. As of yet I mostly use mild steel, welding, cold forming, and powder coat finishing for most of my projects, but will be getting into blacksmithing in a few weeks. I can't wait and am sure I'll have a lot of questions. I'll post a few pictures of some of my work, and hopefully get to know all of you a little better in the near future.

A special thanks to those that have helped me out already.

Jake