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...
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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...
Blacksmithing is a pretty flexible hobby. Whether you are indoors or outdoors, you have plenty of options with how you want to go about your day. There's enough flexibility with forge setups that...