Hello everyone!  Wow, this hobby really sucks you in, doesn't it?  While I've been watching videos for maybe five years now, I've spent the majority of my time invested more into my many other hobbies (homebrewing, beekeeping, sausage making, soapmaking, knitting, 3D printing, and my number 1:  cooking).  But none of those were things I really thought I could transition into something I could earn some half decent money at when I retire from my wood flooring business.  So I decided to get into it hardcore now while I have the money to really invest in the equipment.  I'm building a detached 2 1/2 car garage that will be my shop, I have my forge, anvil, leg vise, and Miller 215 welder - and I have been collecting hand tools.  I just ordered my Ameribrade 2x72, and already have my list of major tools chosen and 'in line' to be purchased.  Next will be the Precision Matthews Mill and then Lathe, then the Coal Ironworks Forge (still debating the model).  Of course, there will be a few other smaller items I'll be adding in the midst of those larger purchases, such as the band saw.  All of this and I haven't even made my first blade yet.  I've been a woodworker all of my life, but have always been fascinated with metal work.  So it's going to be a really fun transition for me.  Luckily, my wife is fully supportive and is looking forward to our traveling around to shows.