Blacksmithing 101

 

19 October 2013    E-1 Blacksmithing 001

Intro to the Tinkers Shop,  Overview and Safety Considerations 

26 October 2013   E2 Anvils and Stumps 

Types of Anvils, Parts of the Anvil and Sizing your Stump (anvil stand)

 
2 November 2013  E3 Charcoal, Coal and Gas

Fuels for your Forge,  History of Forge Fuels,  How to make your own Charcoal.

9 November 2013  E4    Forge Types 

Brake Drum, Charcoal, Wood (Mud Box), Gas and Farriers/Rivet Forges.

30 November 2013 E5 Hammers, Tongs and Twisters - Oh My! 

 Some Hammers, Tongs and Gripping Tools.