What is an anvil?

An anvil is a heavy metal block with a flat top surface and a rounded shape. It is typically made of iron or steel and is used by blacksmiths and metalworkers to shape and craft metal objects. Anvils come in various sizes and weights, depending on the specific needs of the craftsman.

Anvils have various parts, including the face (the flat top surface used for hammering), the horn (a curved extension used for bending and shaping metal), the hardy hole (a square hole used for holding tools), and the pritchel hole (a round hole used for punching holes in metal).

Anvils are a crucial tool in metalworking as they provide a reliable and sturdy surface for hammering and shaping metal. They have been used for centuries and are still widely used in modern metalworking and blacksmithing workshops.