Sep 1, 2015 · Under a spreading chestnut tree The village smithy stands; The smith, a mighty man is he, With large and sinewy hands; And the muscles of his brawny arms Are strong as iron bands. His hair …

By Lorne W. January 25, 2021 in North American Bladesmith and Blacksmith Directory

Apr 29, 2014 · I have the two burner blacksmith forge by Diamondback Ironworks. It works really good for general bladesmithing. It is a great size, easy to use, and is very portable; Dennis makes a quality …

Jul 13, 2009 · Ray Clontz Tire Hammer Plans by Clay Spencer These plans are for a 50 lb. power hammer that uses the rear axle and hub from a front drive car and emergency spare tire and weighs …

Nov 1, 2022 · I am interested in getting into bladesmithing, but am still in the collecting of basic materials to get started phase. I found a couple of double burner propane forges online and wanted to know …

Oct 4, 2010 · Anyone using one of the Japanese Blacksmith hammers that is sold on the Japan Woodworker site. I use a Hoffi most of the time but have always wanted to try one of the weight …

Dec 14, 2023 · I’m not a blacksmith … but I wonder if the higher oxygen atmosphere in the induction forge presents a problem with more material loss due to oxidation of the surface? I've been kinda …

Jun 18, 2009 · What type of tongs do you recomend? I've been using channellocks... I really want something longer that has a better grip. I was thinking some wolf jaw tongs? Grant, what is you …

Dec 24, 2020 · North American Bladesmith and Blacksmith Directory 46 posts North American Bladesmith & Blacksmith Directory / Marketplace By Lorne W., January 7 Forges, Tools, Equipment …

Mar 19, 2012 · Couldn't figure out why my first forge wouldn't weld, until a kindly blacksmith explained about what Kaowool is. I opened both ends of my forge and walled them with stacked firebrick- it's …