Sharing my passion for the art of Blacksmithing.

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PO. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023


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I didn't get a video done this week, but have two I'm working on that should still be ready before the end of the year. But I thought you might find this video from the ‪@JohnSwitzer‬ channel on a hook display interesting

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Black Bear Forge tee shirts are back in stock on the Etsy shop - www.blackbearforge.etsy.com/

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New video on workbenches over on Black Bear Forge II this morning

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Working a full size layout for the little grille made from the 1008 low carbon steel. @historicblacksmith has been working on an order for 1006, even lower carbon. The pre orders will close by the end of the month. So if you’re interested head over to the Historic Blacksmith Conservancy website for details. www.historicblacksmith.org/

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I have always enjoyed forging axes. If you haven't seen this weeks video, be sure to check it out.

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Have you missed the hook of the week style videos? This Saturdays video over on Black Bear Forge II looks at forging some simple hooks to display some of Janet's weaving.

2 months ago | [YT] | 54

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Full video up this morning on this hinges for this little door. https://youtu.be/8QmEWzQ2j64?si=-1EyS...

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Hook of the Week style of video over on Black Bear Forge II this weekend.

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Lots of misinformation surrounding Railroad spike. This mornings video over on Black Bear Forge II hopes to clear up some of the confusion.

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I tend to get into a production mind set all to often while working in the shop. But taking the time to make interesting one off pieces can be much more satisfying from a creative perspective. This kettle stand, made for a neighbor, is an example of that type of work. I have no plans to make these as a production item, but this was worth the time invested just to have the experience and to work through the process of making the big forge welded ring.

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