Flagship Sponsorship
Harbor Freight: Our Flagship Partner
Harbor Freight powers the daily operations at Cherry Tree Forge in Newport, OR. Their professional‑grade equipment helps us deliver the kind of rugged, reliable tools working people depend on every day—from commercial fishermen and dock crews to outdoorsmen, hobby makers, and industrial artisans across the Pacific Northwest.
The Impact of Quality Gear
Tools We Built With
- Vevor's 110lbs. Cast Steel Anvil
- Single Burner Propane ForgeÂ
- 32oz. Ballpin hammer and a 4lb. Mallet
- Hand-forged Tongs and Forming Hammers
- Traditional Hand Saws and Files
Tools Harbor Freight Provided
- Upgraded 2HP Industrial Belt Grinders
- 12-Ton Heavy Duty Hydraulic Press
- Full Safety Gear: Welding Masks & Heat Aprons
- High-torque Angle Grinders & Metal Saws
- Professional Bench Vises & Clamping Systems
Big Ticket Shop Goals
Industrial Power Hammer
A 50lb self-contained power hammer to increase throughput for large commercial anchors and heavy ship hardware.
50-Ton Precision Press
Allows for complex forming of thick-walled high-carbon steel plates used in custom maritime kitchenware.
Full-Shop Ventilation System
Critical respiratory protection and dust extraction for safe, long-term operation in a productive coastal forge.
Thanks, Harbor Freight
Tools We Built With
- We are truly grateful to Harbor Freight for supporting our disabled veteran-owned Newport shop, transforming us from a humble single-anvil forge into a modernized workspace dedicated to crafting essential tools for the hardworking people of the Oregon Coast.
We are honored to have Harbor Freight in Newport, OR, as a vital partner. Their reliable tools have become a core chapter of our store's narrative, and Cherry Tree Forge takes immense pride in showcasing their gear as the backbone of our daily craftsmanship.
- We thank Harbor Freight for improving safety, consistency, and output, allowing us to serve everyone that depends on a rugged knife throughout their day. This partnership ensures commercial fishermen and dock crews receive the dependable tools they need for heavy maritime work. as well as the people who need a dependable blade anytime.
Daily Shop Supplies
Our Essential Stock
Essential Shop Consumables
- Warrior® Grinding Discs and Flap Wheels Hercules® Wire Wheels for Metal Cleaning Microfiber Shop Rags and Cotton Waste Hardy™ Nitrile Gloves and Safety Glasses High-Heat Work Gear
- To keep building tough tools for the working class, we personally maintain our own stock of consumables that face constant wear, including various abrasives, grinding belts, forge fuel, and essential safety equipment.
General Shop Needs Fund
Finishing Supplies
MaintenanceÂ
General Safety
This fund covers essential daily supplies—belts, discs, fuel, and safety gear—keeping our shop running safely and efficiently for the working people.
Your support ensures we can repair and replace essential machinery and shop fixtures, keeping the forge ready to craft durable, custom gear.
By supporting this fund, you help us stay safe, sustainable, and ready to serve the fishermen, dock crews, and locals who rely on our blades.
Big Ticket Shop Goals
We are dedicated to scaling our capacity to serve the local maritime industry. These upgrades will allow us to handle heavier forging tasks for the commercial fishing fleet and improve shop efficiency for Newport's working community.
Industrial Power Hammer
A critical upgrade for shaping heavy stock used for boat hardware and commercial anchor chains, reducing manual strain on our smiths.
Large Hydraulic Press
Essential for precision straightening of shafts and pressing custom bearings for regional marine diesel engines and dock winch systems.
Advanced Ventilation
Improving air quality in the forge ensures a safer environment for our master smiths and visiting apprentices from the coastal fishing fleet.