Blacksmithing begins with mastering your tools. In this guide, we forge a hammer completely by hand using traditional techniques. Watch how raw steel is shaped under the hammer into one of the most ...

A blacksmithing project that shows how practical camping tools can be forged from steel. The process highlights shaping heating and finishing techniques to create durable gear for outdoor trips.

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...