[ansel12]

I have long wondered how the work would have affected a blacksmith’s hearing, in the 1800s.

[Rodamala]

I am amazed that the event sponsors insurance underwriter hasn’t demanded full eye protection with a visor over goggles over safety glasses... and hearing protection... and long FR sleeves... and hardhats... and breathing masks... and a ball gag.

[Ruy Dias de Bivar]

Good question. They now make a quiet anvil that only goes “thump” Thump” when you hit hot iron on it.

Mi PETER WRIGHT anvil RINGS! loud!

[rey]

If you want to see an old forging video, check this out. OSHA would flip.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_LA_R4ifYk