8 Blacksmithing Classes in Washington State 2024 [Current]
Washington is a state known for its arts and crafts and its willingness to buy from local businesses and craftsmen. This has made it a hot spot of blacksmiths and bladesmiths, many of whom have gone on to great fame through social media and various TV shows. If you are looking to take classes in […] Read More
Why do some anvils have numbers on them?
These numbers represent the weight of the anvil. Anvils made in more modern times are marked in lbs or kg. Not too exciting right? Well, it gets more interesting when you start looking at older anvils, particularly in America. For a good portion of American history, we imported our wrought iron anvils from England. These […] Read More
Gifts For Blacksmiths – Buy Something Thoughtful and Surprising!
Do you want to support the blacksmith in your life by getting them a thoughtful gift, but are not sure what to get them? Then this is the article for you. I will go over great blacksmith gifts for new smiths and experience smiths alike. Beginner smiths are easier to shop for, as it is […] Read More
How To Efficiently Draw Out Steel Like A Blacksmith
Drawing out steel is the act of lengthening and thinning a piece of steel stock. The technique for it is simple once you know it, but drawing out steel the wrong way is a frustrating experience. Learn how to do it the right way below. First heat your stock to a nice bright orange/yellow heat. […] Read More
I Tried The Hell’s Forge Double Burner Propane Forge – My Review
The hell’s forge double burner has a lot of the same benefits as other propane forges. It’s clean, there is no smoke, you can control your temperature more easily than you can other solid fuel forges and they provide a consistent heat. They are easy to set up, and easy to put away once you […] Read More
No Bullshit Guide To The Best Blacksmith Forges
What is a blacksmith forge? It’s a “hearth” for a very hot fire that is used to heat up steel. At its heart, forging is a pretty simple process: heat up some metal, and hit it with a hammer. Despite its simplicity, many newer smiths tend to get tripped up when it comes to deciding […] Read More
How Much Are Railroad Spikes Worth? Are They Worth It?
The quickest way to gauge the value of a railroad spike is to check current retail pricing: However, it may be difficult to compare the pricing of these spikes with other sources of steel stock. Therefore I did some quick napkin math for you down below: (note:these figures were done in 2019, and may not […] Read More
Best Blacksmith Punches And How to Use Them
Whether it’s punching a hole for the eye of an axe, a hammer, or some other handheld tool, the trusty blacksmith punch is a great low tech solution for making holes in a piece of stock. There is no need for expensive machining equipment when you have a punch lying around. Today I will go […] Read More