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Updated January 6th, 2026.
As of the last update the For Sale items were still available.
Posted:
1-6-2026
WANTED:
CJ Forge is looking for any smiths interested in teaching beginner lessons.
50lb Little Giant Power Hammer - 2 Horse single phase motor, one of the last ones made, with double cell block. Has a brake add on. V-Belt drive and motor mounts on the side of the hammer. Located in Bridgeport MI. - $9,500.
Contact:
David Holtslander 989-777-6574. Please leave a message.
Posted:
1-6-2026
For Sale:
5 gallon buckets with round discs. 3" to 5" round and 1/32" to 1/16" thick. $35 each or 3 for $100.
Contact:
Christopher Sherling 231-228-6616. Please leave a message.
Posted:
1-2-2026
For Sale:
1. South Bend Lathe 9 inch horizontal drive, Model A with a 3 and 4 jaw chucks and with user manual $1800.00
2. Sand Blaster tank 250 Gallon see thru window door $150.00 also hood and blaster with parts $125.00
Tillers International is searching for guest instructors who are passionate about sharing their skills & knowledge with curious students.
Tillers International has standardized introductory classes (Blacksmithing 1, 2, & 3) and can provide instructors with curriculum, outlines, and handouts if helpful.
Instructors are welcome to teach 1 to 12 classes per year depending on their availability & desire. Instructors will be compensated $250/day for their services (introductory classes are typically two days in length).
Additionally, Tillers International is open to smiths that would like to teach their own pop-up class, using their own curriculum and projects.
Qualifications:
Competency in fundamental blacksmithing skills: forge welding, hardening & tempering, cutting & punching, etc.
