Aug 20, 2004 · Looking to buy a new anvil and think I have narrowed it down to the 120lb Nimba or 165lb Peddinghaus. Both are about the same price and are about the top of my budget. My first thought is to go with the heavier anvil. Any suggestions from those that have used them? Cory

Dec 4, 2001 · I worked on a Nimba midsize anvil (250ish lbs?) and I didn't care for it too much. It's quality for sure, but the face was weirdly wide for me and the rebound felt odd. I guess there was less mass under the hammer than a comparable American pattern anvil, which I'm more used to. Plus I don't really like where the holes are placed in that anvil.

Oct 2, 2019 · A couple weeks back I reached out to Nimba about a shipping quote and to buy an anvil. Long story short I've emailed and called a few times and it's been a few weeks and I have not heard anything. The website is up and the voicemail has a message that makes it clear they are open for business; but I've no idea when that message was recorded.

Apr 17, 2017 · Duh, I forgot about the base feature. That is something worth almost the cost of the anvil all by itself. I suggest that anyone getting one of these make a stacked, glued, and screwed 2X12 base with a raised rim around the anvil foot to make a "pocket" . This allows the anvil to be picked up and turned over or moved easily.

May 18, 2004 · When my shop was set up I had 3 anvils. A 150 Trenton, 120 Titan Nimba, and a 120 Swedish anvil. The one that saw the most action was the Swedish and its the one I'm still using in my temporary situation. I can't say anything bad about the Nimba but if I had to do with just one anvil I'd stick with the Swedish anvil.

Apr 29, 2014 · With that kind of budget you should be able to buy a very nice new anvil. I'll let others cover the Nimba/Peddinghaus/etc debate. Google anvil stands and you will see lots of images of different options. Some people use a welded steel stand, or various combinations of wood and steel, or what I opted for, the classic chunk of tree standing on end.

Mar 14, 2000 · Well I guess I just can't hold it in any longer. I just have to push out one minor gloat. I just got my NEW ANVIL! I bought a Nimba Centurion anvil. It's an Italian-style, double-bick 260 pound paperweight made by Russell Jaqua, of …

Feb 10, 2007 · Hi, What is your opinion of the Nimba 260lb Centurion anvil?:thumbdn: :thumbup: Or what new anvil out there is any good??? Thanks!!!

May 19, 2017 · I am looking at purchasing a new anvil and have been looking at the rigid peddinghaus anvil and the nimba centurion. I have called several times and talked to Jim. I know he is a 1 man operation so the wait time for a centurion is unknown. Does anyone have or use the rigid 275 lb. anvil? Is...

Jun 17, 2001 · You buy a 450# anvil so it doesn't need anything to hold it down ;) I'm with Ray!!! When I bought my anvil from Russel Jaqua at Nimba Anvils, I looked over HIS Gladiator very closely. I couldn't see anything mechanical holding it. He told me to use silicone construction adhesive to adhere...