what kind of torch

[ZSilver]

hi im new to the knife world and i am making a coffee can forge and what is the torch i should buy? i was looking at the BernzOmatic and just want so input. thank you

 

[knightofwyte]

I'm currently using a "Paint Can Forge" and my burner is the Bernzomatic JHT-7? or however the model number goes. Cost me about $27 for the torch and $10 for the other parts.

If it's cold in your area you may want to run this off a grill sized propane tank. Unless you're just using it for heat treating that is... I use mine for all out forging and the small 16oz. tanks begin to freeze up after 30-45 minutes of use.

 

[Airborne Steel]

Another vote for the jth-7 in that size forge.

Oh, and welcome to the forums to the both of you.

 

[Patrickknives]

What kind of hardware is needed to connect the torch to a large propane tank? Do you know of a source??