Can a propane torch be used in a small forge lined with kao wool to make knives?

I use a propane burner in ceramic blanket a forge I built myself and its been in service 15 years and going strong. the addition of a blower fan from an old furnace cranks up the heat inside I can do a 15 lb bronze melt in about 10 Min's from cold. I forge my own tools and machine hardware as well and it works fine. if you are using the little tiny plumbing torch try replacing the propane with MAPP fuel it will burn hotter .