Miscellaneous Blacksmithing Articles

Last updated 6/28/2008


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Here are a number of articles, most of which I authored, that I think are of general interest to many blacksmiths and metalworkers. They are listed here in no particular order, so you'll have to simply look down the list and click on anything that sounds interesting to you.

Hole Tapping Tips

Hole Tapping, Where to Begin

Journeyman Blacksmith Skill Set

Calibrating Your Own Blacksmithing Skill Level

Hit it Red (Excellent hammer control exercise)

Fire Making with Flint and Steel

Hot Rolled vs. Cold Rolled Steel

Leg Vise Lament

Product Review, Propane Powered Leg Vise

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