purgatoryironworks Courses

Forging Flat Jaw Tongs

Learn to forge flat jaw tongs, including making jaws, bosses, and rivets. Gain essential skills for more complex tong-making projects while overcoming common challenges in blacksmithing.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tongs - A Primer

Comprehensive guide to tong-making for blacksmiths, covering materials, techniques, and heat treatment. Includes tips on selecting and maintaining various types of tongs.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Bronze Casting Pt. 1 - Making a Rubber Mold

Learn to create a rubber mold for bronze casting, covering techniques from preparation to final separation, with step-by-step guidance on using a vulcanized press and proper cutting methods.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Forging a Barbeque Spoon

Learn to craft a unique barbeque spoon using blacksmithing techniques, from initial shaping to final riveting, enhancing your metalworking skills and creating a functional kitchen tool.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Starting Tools for Blacksmithing - SteelCast #7

Discover essential blacksmithing tools for beginners, learn their uses, and get expert tips to kickstart your metalworking journey.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Power Hammer vs Press - SteelCast 11

Explore the differences between power hammers and presses in blacksmithing, comparing their strengths and applications for metalworking projects.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

A Power Hammer History - Steelcast 10

Explore the fascinating evolution of power hammers in blacksmithing, from early innovations to modern designs, and their impact on the craft's efficiency and capabilities.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Buying Anvils - Guide to Selection and Pricing

Learn about selecting and purchasing anvils, including pricing, types, and size considerations for blacksmithing enthusiasts.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What Is Traditional Blacksmithing? - SteelCast 6

Explore traditional blacksmithing techniques, tools, and craftsmanship. Learn about forging custom axes and knives while discovering the art and history of this ancient metalworking practice.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pricing Your Work - SteelCast 3

Learn effective strategies for pricing your handcrafted metal goods and forge work, ensuring fair compensation for your skills and time while remaining competitive in the market.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Selling Your Work - SteelCast 2

Discover strategies for marketing and selling your blacksmithing creations, enhancing your craft's commercial potential and reaching potential buyers.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Forging a BBQ Fork - 2024 Blacksmithing Tutorial

Learn to craft a unique BBQ fork through traditional blacksmithing techniques, enhancing your grilling experience with a personalized touch.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video