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Knifemaking is one of the most fun pastimes any blacksmith can get involved in. In many cases, you can make a serious living selling your custom knives on places like Etsy. As such, it shouldn't be...
While there's no substitute for actually working on the forge yourself, there is something to be said about learning from books and courses. Although some of these resources – such as online...
5 Crucial Mistakes That Most Beginner Blacksmiths are Making
When I first started out as a blacksmith a couple of years ago, I wish I had someone to point out all the little mistakes I was making in my work. Believe it or not, most of the time, blacksmiths...
There are a few pieces of equipment that every blacksmith needs to have, no matter what. Besides a forge, a hammer, as well as some blacksmithing tools, you're also going to need to have an anvil if...
Beginners Guide to Forging a Chef’s Knife | Blacksmithing Basics
If you're a beginner blacksmith looking to get started on a simple, easy project that's both fun, fulfilling, and even a little challenging, knives are a great way to go. There are plenty of experts...
Beginners Guide to Forging a Survival Knife | Blacksmithing Basics
Beginner blacksmiths looking to get started often tell me that they want to learn how to make a blade. Whether that be some sort of sword or another weapon, I generally recommend beginners learn to...