I was dead wrong about using a coal forge for 8 years straight

I always thought gas forges were for hobbyists who didn't want to put in the real work. Then last Tuesday I borrowed a buddy's propane forge to try welding up a 1/4 inch thick leaf spring for a demo. The heat was so even and fast that I finished in 20 minutes what usually takes me an hour on my coal fire with all the clinker and ash issues. It made me realize I was just stubborn about tradition for no good reason. Has anyone else made the switch from coal to gas and regretted holding out so long?

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rileyl982d ago

Gas forges hit different, man.

graym492d ago

Nah, induction gives way more consistent heat and less cleanup.