Blacksmithing

Blist Hill Ironbridge UK

Artisan, hand forged tongs, made expressly for Cowboy Cauldron Company here in Salt Lake City by master blacksmith Matt Danielson. Matt is a nationally recognized instructor of the ancient craft of smithery and is widely recognized as one of the preeminent craftsmen of our time. Our tongs are approximately 14” long, and are true works of art. For wings, skewers, sausages, and anything requiring more dexterity than a spatula, they simply can’t be beat. (Note: Not ideal for moving…

Hammering

Here we will show you five different ideas for beginner projects in blacksmithing. Through forging in the smithy, blacksmiths are empowered to create all kinds of projects, from practical tools to ornamental objects. Each of these blacksmithing projects teaches you several basic techniques that every blacksmith uses. As a plus, you end up with a tool that you can use in your own home. These are the five projects that you will learn in The Crucible’s Blacksmithing I.

With the piece steadied in a cradle, Howard creases the back of the bar with the peen of his hammer, in effect distorting the metal so that it’s not so rectilinear This is one of the design’s few aesthetic flourishes.

FZD Term 3 Book Project, based on The Belgariad: Pawn of Prophecy by David Eddings. The party is brought to the Cherek Palace. Whilst the rest of the party attends meetings, Garion and Dunrick explore the palace and chance upon their royal forge.

Hand Forged toasting fork with an Ammonite twist handle. Wire brushed and finished with a protective wax coating. The Ammonite twist can be tricky to do as it involves twisting and manipulating metal that has varying thickness and heat. So it is a painstaking and time consuming process so no two are ever the same. Totally handmade in Berkshire each one is unique. **The one shown is approximately 500mm (20”) long but I can make these longer or shorter if required** Please contact me for a…