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Thanks Janet for taking a look at the video. You know, even though the workshop was based on some simple blacksmithing techniques, the Peruvians were very pleased and proud of their accomplishments. More than 360 individuals took the workshop and over 90% of them do not own a forge. This presents a problem for them, but it is something I am trying to work with Aceros Arequipa, the sponsers. I'm hoping to give another workshop in the future which will give the opportunity to these metalworkers to build their own gas forges.

As to your question of what forge to get. I personally enjoy coal forges. Thing is that it may be hard for you to have easy access to coal in your locale. The alternative is to go with a gas forge. NC Tools makes some good gas forges, and there seems to be some good plans on the Internet on how to build your own gas forge. Maybe some of the other blacksmiths here on ArtMetal can chime in and tell us about the best gas forges available.