Setup, Compatibility & Care
To ensure peak performance, the anvil must be mounted on a heavy, stable stand—preferably a solid hardwood block—to prevent energy loss. Using heavy-duty bolts or chains to secure the base to the stand is recommended to eliminate shifting during operation.
Compatibility with standard blacksmithing accessories is high due to the integrated holes, but verify that your specific hardy tools fit the dimensions of the provided hardy hole. For care, it is essential to keep the working face clean of debris. If the anvil is kept in an unheated shop, apply a light coat of machine oil or specialized rust inhibitor to the face after every use to prevent surface oxidation. Never strike the hardened face with a hardened hammer, as this can cause chipping; always use a steel hammer of a slightly softer hardness than the anvil.