Blacksmithing is a term for metalworking and it has been around for a long time. This is a traditional method of metalworking, where the blacksmith (or a person performing this type of task) uses hand tools to forge wrought iron and steel metal sheets into desired shapes. Forging uses techniques such as drawing upon, shrinking, bending, upsetting, swaging, punching, and forge welding. Blacksmiths use various types of tools for shaping metals. An anvil is a popular tool used by blacksmiths all over the globe for shaping the metal. Why is this tool used? How to use it correctly? This post intends to introduce blacksmithing to beginners and also provides insights… Read More
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