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link to What is Forge Welding? A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide

What is Forge Welding? A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide

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...

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link to Why Anvils Have a Point (And Other Anvil Shape Answers)

Why Anvils Have a Point (And Other Anvil Shape Answers)

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...

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link to Cast vs Forged Steel: Which is Better?

Cast vs Forged Steel: Which is Better?

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...

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link to Forge Welding: Flux or No Flux?

Forge Welding: Flux or No Flux?

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...

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link to Where to Find High Carbon Steel Scrap

Where to Find High Carbon Steel Scrap

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...

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link to Do Wrenches Make Good Knives?

Do Wrenches Make Good Knives?

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...

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