Batson Bladesmithing Symposium,
April 9-11, 2026 at Tannehill State Park.
AACB Conference in Murfreesboro, TN,
May 14-16, 2026.
Watch for announcements at
aacblacksmiths.org.
AFC Blacksmith Conference at Tannehill StatePark.
September 10-13, 2026.
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Rick Jay Bear Head for Sale by Bob Portman:
Rick Jay is considered a master blacksmith
artist. His ability to draw magnificent pieces
and cut them out with an acetylene torch,
freehanded, is unequaled. This grizzly bear
head is 4' in diameter, cut out of 3/16" steel, weighs approximately 63 lbs. and is an
excellent piece signed and dated by Rick. It is painted with automotive paint on both sides a deep brown with gold flecks (called Western Brown Pearl). I am asking $800.00 for it and will deliver anywhere in Alabama. It would
look great in a hunting lodge or sporting
goods business. If you are interested or need more information, please email me at: mport542@aol.com.
