Many people don’t even bother getting started in blacksmithing because they think that they have to invest a lot of money. Actually, this cannot be far from the truth. Blacksmithing, especially for...

The beginning of blacksmithing can be quite challenging and overwhelming for some people. Maybe some people are telling you to not even bother starting out because of the complexity of blacksmithing....

Choosing the right forge is one of the most important decisions when it comes to blacksmithing. It is a “heart” of every workshop. A lot of people are interested in which type of forge is the...

Rebar is a very popular material for everyone just getting started in bladesmithing. One side of the industry is telling you that you should never use rebar for making blades while others are saying...

We know that everybody wants to make quick money nowadays, but as with anything, nothing great comes easy. In the last couple of years, knife-making got a lot of interest, especially after starting...

I failed for the first couple of times trying to achieve proper fire with anthracite coal. It was so frustrating to experience. After some time, the fire would just cool down. Finally, I decided to...