The art of Samurai swordsmanship was complemented with impeccably crafted swords. The swords were famous for their strength and fine craftsmanship. Some of the most important Samurai swords include katana, tanto, odachi, wakizashi, chokutu, uchigatana and kodachi among others. The designs of the swords have gone through some changes over the years. Find out the … Read more

Just how strong and physically fit do you have to be to become a successful blacksmith? Find out about blacksmith fitness. We all imagine blacksmithing to be a tedious and strenuous task where you have to carry heavy metal, deliver strong hammer blows and grapple with heat while gasping for air in an otherwise stuffy … Read more

The traditional Japanese Samurai sword has a revered place in Japanese culture and tradition. In the Medieval Ages, ancient Japanese swordsmiths would even perform elaborate purification ceremonies before they forged a new blade. The rituals were meant to summon beneficial spirits that would make the forging of the new katana swords favorable. Read on to … Read more

Blacksmithing involves dealing with a lot of dust and scrap lying here and there. If you don’t clean your shop regularly, it’ll start to look like a dumpster. So, let’s learn how to keep your blacksmith workshop clean. Many factors can contribute to the dirtiness of your shop, including shavings from the metal grinder, the … Read more

Blacksmithing has become more of a hobby or a part-time job in this era. The development is evident in how ironwork is being revolutionized and how traditional blacksmithing has been replaced with modern machine shops and welders. Regardless of what you’ve heard you can start blacksmithing without a fat budget. Read on to learn how … Read more

Blacksmithing all over the world is almost the same, but Japanese blacksmithing is renowned for its sword making. The all famous katanas are an example of how brilliant japanese blacksmithing is. These famous samurai swords were indeed a blacksmithing marvel. Tachi, yari, and nagamaki are also some products of Japanese blacksmithing. Japanese blacksmiths have been … Read more