Heating is an essential component of blacksmithing. There is no forging without fire. Being a blacksmith, you must have sound knowledge of temperatures and how they affect the properties of the metal. Without a proper sense of temperature, you can destroy your valuable metal piece. If you start hammering before reaching the forging temperature, you’ll … Read more

Cast damascus steel is an ancient steel that was used in the east and the middle east before it expanded to the rest of the world. The swirling pattern on the blade is what makes it so unique. Two or more steel alloys are forged together to obtained this artistic look. Apart from the aesthetics, … Read more

Wrought iron is an ideal choice of many people, and outdoor businesses because of its style and longevity. Read on to learn how to protect wrought iron from rust. If we talk about wrought iron furniture, the material is sturdy and gives an elegant look. It’s resistant to impacts and breakage; hence, lives longer than … Read more

When blacksmithing, there are different forge options you can use. Every forge has a suitable purpose and method of operation. You can use small scale propane forges or easy to assemble coal forges. There is another type of forge called the induction forge. It uses an induction heater to heat the metal in seconds. This … Read more

Propane forges are gas forges that use propane containers as the primary source of fuel. They’re easy to work with if you follow the basic rules and take appropriate precautionary measures. Not to scare you, but propane forge is one of the most delicate blacksmithing tools to work with during forging.  Despite the efficiency and … Read more

Since the first industrial revolution, there has been a constant decline in the demand for blacksmiths. Back in the medieval days, blacksmiths were forging everything from horseshoes to farming equipment. But in modern times, there are several ways to start and run a profitable blacksmithing business. Blacksmith’s workshop was essential to any locality.  A blacksmith … Read more