Over the past few months, more people than ever have been moving outside of the big cities and towards the countryside. Whether that's buying up a few acres of land here or there in a rural township...
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Are you just getting started as a blacksmith? Wondering where you should start? Look no further. While there are hundreds of different types of metalworking projects you could look into, sometimes...
Blacksmithing used to be – and still is – a serious career for many people. However, things have changed significantly compared to how they used to be. Being a blacksmith back in the 20th...
Blacksmithing might seem like a complicated hobby, but it's not really that difficult to get into. The main hurdle for most beginner blacksmiths is getting the necessary tools and equipment needed...
Arguably the best type of forge for a beginner blacksmith is a propane forge. They're cheap, easy to use, easy to clean, and are able to keep a constant temperature with ease. While some people...
Picking exactly what kind of forge you want is always a big deal for most beginner blacksmiths I talk to. There are generally two different types, coal-powered and gas-powered. Both have their pros...