Old steel tools can often be repurposed into new blades through careful forging. In this project, a rusted iron saw is heated in a forge and reshaped into a katana-style sword. The process begins by ...

Warwood Tool manufactures forged-steel, hand tools for the railway track maintenance industry. The company has an extensive line of railway track products ranging from claw bars and spike pullers, to ...

A blacksmithing project that shows how practical camping tools can be forged from steel. The process highlights shaping heating and finishing techniques to create durable gear for outdoor trips.

Blacksmith Seth Pauley remembers the first time he felt the magic of his craft. He was making a gardening trowel, and he struck the steel with his hammer just right. “It felt like hitting a piece of ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Forging steel is significant for several reasons. It’s one of ...