Is Blacksmithing Profitable?
It is 2020 but blacksmithing is still getting more and more popular, especially among the younger male population. The truth is that many people start blacksmithing just as a hobby…
What Anvil Size is Good for Knife Making?
While I was still finishing the last knife for today, the idea for a new article popped up in my mind. Since I see a lot of questions regarding the…
What Is the Best Fuel for a Blacksmith Forge? (2020)
When I was starting in blacksmithing, I didn't know a lot of things, including what fuel should I use for the forge. Since choosing the proper fuel for blacksmithing is…
Can You Use Charcoal Briquettes in a Forge?
In recent times, I got a lot of questions regarding the use of charcoal briquettes in blacksmithing. Some smiths say that you should never forge with them while others are…
What Can You Forge Out of Rebar? 7 Forging Ideas
Rebar is one of the most common materials used among beginner blacksmiths. I remember my beginning in blacksmithing. Rebar was my primary material for making various projects, mostly because it…
The Complete Guide to Ergonomics in Blacksmithing
As I am barely writing this due to the wrist injury I developed in the shop, I decided to write this article to educate other smiths on injury prevention. Staying…
Best Ways to Measure Forge and Steel Temperature
As a blacksmith, knowing when to take out the material from the forge is crucial. There is no way you can become a good smith without that knowledge. It took…
Best Exercises for Beginner Blacksmiths
The majority of beginner blacksmiths have no idea where or how to start their journey. Some get lost in unimportant specifics while others completely miss the point. I know one…
Blacksmiths Proper Hammering Technique – Complete Guide
Since the hammer is one of the most important blacksmithing tools, knowing the proper hammering technique is crucial. Many things can go wrong if a beginner doesn't know how to…