One of the powerhouse tools in the RocketForge shop is the 25 Ton C-Frame Hydraulic Press from Coal Iron Works. This American-made machine is an essential part of our shop.

Key Features:

25 Tons of Force – Plenty of power for forging operations, including Damascus welding and shaping thick stock.

Open C-Frame Design – Allows for excellent visibility and access from three sides

Digital Controller – This press has a digital controller for allowing you to set upper and lower stroke limits. (No more over pressing our steel)

Compact Footprint – Despite its power, the machine fits easily in a small forge shop without sacrificing capability.

Why We Use It

This press offers excellent control and versatility. Whether we’re flattening billet stock, punching holes, or forming hot steel under custom dies, it delivers repeatable results and real efficiency.

My GoTo Forge in the shop — the Apollo Forge from HouseMade. This is a modular, steel-bodied propane forge built for serious work. Whether you're forging blades, blacksmithing, or cooking up some Damascus, this forge is up to the task.

Offered in several formats — from digital plans to full build kits — it's a clean, efficient design that fits right into a modern workshop.Description goes here