Due to its exceptional corrosion resistance, attractive appearance, and high strength, stainless steel is used in consumer and industrial markets. In the knifemaking world, stainless steel is commonly used for…
Damascus, also called pattern-welded steel is becoming more and more popular in the knifemaking world. Its swirling patterns make the Damascus steel very aesthetically pleasing and unique. Damascus steel is…
Without any doubt, I can tell you that blacksmithing is one of the loudest hobbies. Since noise is not something you should take lightly, I decided to write this article…
Since it is the beginning of the new year, it is also the time for a new aspiring hobbyist to get started with various crafts, including blacksmithing. The real beauty…
Blacksmithing has been around for centuries. In the past, it was an essential craft in the community. While today blacksmithing may not be required as before, still more and more…
I see many people constantly getting confused about choosing the right term for describing the person who forges various projects out of steel. Some people call him/her a blacksmith while…
When you are a beginner blacksmith you can't wait to get your hands on something on which you can hammer. Rebar is an extremely popular material that many smiths use,…
Drawing out steel is known as the most basic blacksmithing technique and therefore it is crucial to know how to do it right. Since I saw a lot of interest…
It is that time of the year, a wonderful Christmas time. For some, it means going on a holiday, for others, it means watching Christmas movies all day long. But…
