Describes the life and work of a blacksmith living in Europe during the Middle Ages.

Introduces the tools, activities, and importance of the blacksmith in colonial communities.

Shows you how to forge your own blades from scratch in this definitive book. You'll learn everything you need to start you on the road to bladesmith perfection.

Clear, photo-illustrated instruction for learning the practical and artisanal craft of blacksmithing. Keen on making your own custom cutlery? Want to make your own fireplace tools or even your own garden art? “The Beginner's Guide to Blacksmithing”, adapted from The Backyard Blacksmith, introduces you to everything you need to know, from the tools and basic techniques to a variety of different approaches to this old-school trade. Whether your...

"Meg has been roped into participating in a blacksmithing competition, a kind of Forged in Fire wannabe organized by a blacksmith friend. Meg originally turned down his invitation to participate, but when Faulk, her blacksmithing mentor, breaks his wrist the night before filming begins, Meg agrees to step in as his replacement to keep the project from failing. She's not thrilled that the filming will take place during December--Christmas is already...

Master blacksmith Joe DeLaRonde demonstrates the basic skills and techniques needed to make the tools and accoutrements required for life on the homestead or ranch. Detailed and easy-to-understand instructions, illustrations, and photographs will help the beginning blacksmith set up the forge, get the fire hot enough for welding, and craft the tools needed for blacksmithing.

Design, forge, and fix your own tools, hardware, and household accessories with master craftsman and teacher Alexander G. Weygers.

A collection of articles contributed at different times by skilledworkmen to the columns of "The blacksmith and wheelwright...