Deke and Brian's Forging Journey

The video features two bladesmiths, Brian Evelich and Deke Parker, showcasing their forges and tools. Brian, from Connecticut, shares stories about his forge, including a cold forge made from a barbecue and a historic anvil. Deke, from Kansas, gives a tour of his workshop, highlighting his propane forge, anvil, and other equipment. Both smiths emphasize the use of recycled and gifted items in their setups. Deke concludes by inviting viewers to visit his shop or contact him for custom knife orders.

What inspired Brian Evelich to create his own propane forge?

• A gift from a friend

• A need for more heat

• A broken cold forge

• A suggestion from a mentor

What was Brian's initial solution for an anvil before acquiring a proper one?

• A tree stump

• A metal table

• A large rock

• The bumper of his truck

What historical significance does Brian's anvil have?

• It was used to make horseshoes for Washington's army

• It was a gift from a famous blacksmith

• It was made from a shipwreck

• It was used in the Civil War

At what age did Deke Parker start forging?

• Nine

• Eight

• Eleven

• Ten

Where did Deke Parker acquire his anvil?

• From a local blacksmith

• From a garage sale

• From his boss's backyard

• From an online auction

What is unique about Deke's drill press?

• It is made of gold

• It was used in a space mission

• It came from a WWII submarine

• It is solar-powered

What is a swedge block used for in Deke's shop?

• Cutting wood

• Forming metal

• Polishing surfaces

• Sharpening blades

What is the origin of the motor used in Deke's angle grinder?

• A washing machine

• A lawnmower

• A whirlpool tub

• A car engine

What was the condition of the angle grinder when Deke found it?

• It was rusted beyond repair

• It was full of birds' nests

• It was missing parts

• It was brand new

What is a common theme in Deke's shop regarding his equipment?

• All items are brand new

• All items are custom-made

• All items are imported

• Use of recycled and gifted items