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How to forge hinges

How to forge hinges

Below are some of the tools and materials that are essential for the success of the project. Anvil Hammer Forge Tongs Quenching bucket Grinder Cutter Step 1: Get Your Materials It is crucial to know the materials you need for the process before proceeding with anything else. Ensure that you have the right tools and … Read more

How to Forge a Barrel

How to Forge a Barrel

The essentials for the forging process of a barrel include; Hammer Forge Tongs Wire brush Stock steel Flux Anvil Deep hole drill Steel cutting tools Grinder Step 1: Get You Materials The material and type of steel you are using can influence the forging process. If you are using a steel rod, the process is … Read more

How to Forge a Basket Hilt

How to Forge a Basket Hilt

There are some tools and materials that are essential for the forging process of a basket hilt. These essentials include; Forge Hammer Cutting tools Anvil Steel Propane torch Step 1: Gather Your Materials  The first step in most blacksmithing processes is to gather the needed materials. The materials you would need are dependent on the … Read more

How to Forge a Basket Twist

How to Forge a Basket Twist

Before moving to the steps, you need to know and ensure the availability of some essentials that are needed for this project. The essentials for forging a basket twist include; Vise Forge Chisel Hammer Anvil Measuring tools Marker Tongs Step 1: Acquire Your Materials The material for making a basket twist is usually a square … Read more

How to forge iron

How to forge iron

The essentials for forging iron include; Forge Grinder Anvil Hammer Vice Quenching bucket Tongs Clamps Step 1: Get Your Materials Firstly, it is good enough that iron exists naturally on its own. Therefore, you can find it almost anywhere. Secondly, most iron you would find has consistent properties.  Consequently, you can make use of scrap … Read more

How to Forge a Steel Rose

How to Forge a Steel Rose

The essentials in the forging process of steel rose to include; Forge Vise Anvil Propane torch Cross peen hammer Welder Tongs  Mini files Wire brushes Grinder Safety gears Step 1: Get Your Materials Getting the right material is an integral part of this process. You can make use of several scrap metals for most parts … Read more