Forge welding is essentially the oldest way of joining two pieces of metal together. Some say that it's been around for almost 4,000 years, starting from when people were learning to smelt iron from...
Category: Forging
If you're newly introduced to blacksmithing, you might be wondering about all the funny shapes that make up an anvil. Actually, the physical design on anvils is something that has been refined over...
Forging and casting are two of many ways to make metal parts. Whether you're doing this, or welding, or machining, each method has its own pros and cons. Casting is a method in which metal is...
Besides all the regular uses, forge welding is necessary for anyone that wants to try their hand at making Damascus steel. There are many ways to do it, and each person generally has their own...
If you're a forging hobbyist, then you're always on the lookout for materials that you can work out. High carbon steel is ideal for any kind of blades or tools around the workshop. In this...
Lately there's been a massive boom in the popularity of making knives out of all kinds of different objects. Lots of YouTubers and other forgers have started making knives out of wrenches. Do...