Forging the Wheelwrights Traveler

The first 1000 people to use the link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: https://skl.sh/blackbearforge04211 The Wheelwrights traveler or measuring wheel is typically used to measure the circumference of a wooden wagon wheel so that dimension can then be transferred to the material for an iron tire. My name is John Switzer, I operate Black Bear Forge, a small one person blacksmith shop located in southern Colorado. My current focus is shifting away from commissions and customer orders and towards education through these videos on YouTube. Thank you for watching This video sponsored by Skillshare Buy me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JohnSwitzer Music sourced through Epidemic Sound Bad Attitude - by: Elliot Holmes Cameras used in this video Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm To provide financial support use one of the two links below. https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge Or you may set up a monthly contribution through Patreon   / blackbearforge   Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 If you are curious about some of my other interests, you may like my second channel John Switzer    / @johnswitzer   Find me online at: http://www.blackbearforge.com http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com   / blackbearforge     / black-bear-forge-209863855743919   Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d Use code "Blackbear10" for a discount on your next order New anvil from Fontanini Anvil and Tool My blacksmiths apron http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF RZmask 99.5% dust mask http://rzmask.com?afmc=ay To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Most of my videos are shot on the Canon M50 https://adorama.evyy.net/NEnJV Audio is recorded using the RodeLink Filmmaker Wireless Microphone Kit https://adorama.evyy.net/g5vXA Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.