Found a cheaper press! With an open sided die!

https://coaliron.com/collections/hydraulic-forging-presses/products/16-…

Just a little smooshy boi, why not?

Less loud than a power hammer and just as good at most knifemaking or other forging work. This would be a very good addition to an Induction Forge and the Kiln. We could forge steel without as much effort, only doing hand forging when necessary.

Hand planes are intimidating to work with if one doesn't know how. I own a few and never know if I have it set up properly or not. People can bring their own planes and use the Tormek to sharpen their blades.