Welcome, this is an experiement on some levels and hopefully a great tool for
people who are interested in blacksmithing.  The first little while will have a
few bumps as I learn the ropes so please be kind.

  Remember this is a private group and Rule #1 is that I am the admin/group owner
and  I have the last say. Which does not mean that yours is wrong but I'd like
to keep the off topic chatting to a minimum. Please DO NOT spam this group with
the latest internet hustle, virus alert, or political statement. If a discussion
of politics or whatever grows out of a thread on smithing, fine- if it gets
obnoxious, I'll warn you to stop. If you don't, see Rule #1.



  We're here to teach and learn. Metalsmiths of all skill levels and interests
are welcome here. THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A STUPID QUESTION, relating to
smithing.

Henrietta had ran this concept past me a week ago. My comment at the time was
that many working blacksmiths are extreme technophobes. The two sides of this
(computers and forges) are rarely seen on the same coin. I guess we shall see.

Although rarely seen around the SCA these days, I guess I do count as a
heavyweight here (at least in terms of smithing experience!)

http://www.warehamforge.ca

My specialities:
iron smelting
Viking Age
pattern welding

Darrell
aka - Sylard
(PS - some trivia, guess what my Laurel was REALLY for!)

Hello all,

I call myself smith, though I recognize that I am still very much an  amateur.
Hopefully this does not offend those of you who really are smiths.

I very much enjoy working with metal (amongst other materials) and look forward
to learning more.

::thorolfr::

I am not a smith.

I (and my son) are interested, but haven't the foggiest idea what to do, where
to start, or even what to ask.

I shall be as a sponge. ;)

are you looking to build from scratch? or have a 50/50 mix done?
is there a specific size you are wanting?

Thora

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, Nathan Kronenfeld
<nkronenfeld@...> wrote:
>
> Does anyone know of good instructions for building a propane forge?  Coal is
> a bit too messy for my neighbors, here in the midst of suburbia, and I
> assume charcoal of the sort one would need is probably a little scarce these
> days.
>
>            -Daniele di Padola
>

Ok
I shall begin the fun by saying learning is sixty percent reading and forty
hands on, or at least it is for me.

One that I truly still use to this day and have had since my college days
learning smithing is "The New Edge of the Anvil."

I totally recommend this one for anyone who is new to the trade, its a great
base book with many great references.

   What books have you found that you find interesting?  Are they still in print?

  side note: this is a great way of finding out whats books I need to add to my
Xmas list this year too (grin)

Lady Thora

Welcome to the guild, the both of you, I am Thora from Caldrithig and were do
you hail from?


--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, "celeste1052003"
<celeste1052003@...> wrote:
>
> I am not a smith.
>
> I (and my son) are interested, but haven't the foggiest idea what to do, where
to start, or even what to ask.
>
> I shall be as a sponge. ;)
>

No offense taken, I assure you :)

We all have started somewere, even in our own backyards.

Welcome, from were in Ealdormere do you hail from?

Thora V

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, "thorolfrsmithr"
<thorolfr@...> wrote:
>
> Hello all,
>
> I call myself smith, though I recognize that I am still very much an  amateur.
Hopefully this does not offend those of you who really are smiths.
>
> I very much enjoy working with metal (amongst other materials) and look
forward to learning more.
>
> ::thorolfr::
>

Sylard, you are always welcome at my forge,  and I'm glad for your input both at
the fire and on the net :)


And you know what, I should know what your laurel was for but it eludes me right
now for some reason...does it count if I call Syglinde and ask her???  hehe

did it have to do with fabric?

Thora


--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, "Darrell @ the Wareham Forge"
<wareham@...> wrote:
>
> Henrietta had ran this concept past me a week ago. My comment at the time was
that many working blacksmiths are extreme technophobes. The two sides of this
(computers and forges) are rarely seen on the same coin. I guess we shall see.
>
> Although rarely seen around the SCA these days, I guess I do count as a
heavyweight here (at least in terms of smithing experience!)
>
> http://www.warehamforge.ca
>
> My specialities:
> iron smelting
> Viking Age
> pattern welding
>
> Darrell
> aka - Sylard
> (PS - some trivia, guess what my Laurel was REALLY for!)
>

Hwaet!

I'm Sciath, residing in Rising Waters, and although I do not have any area to
have my own forge :-(  That being said, I spent my entire Pensic in blacksmith
class, and hanging out at a merchant forge (finagling as much time on the forge
as possible).  I even picked up some tools, in preparation for the future time
when we have a house that has an appropriate place for a forge.

And, to think, it all started at a forge party in An Tir, with the sound of the
hammer calling me (and my penny whistle).  I played with the forge until the sun
came up (well, played my whistle to the hammer's beat).  And, promptly slept
through the battle the next day...

YIS,
Sciath ingen Chaennaig

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, Nathan Kronenfeld
<nkronenfeld@...> wrote:
>
> Does anyone know of good instructions for building a propane forge?


Take at look at David Robertson's www.artistblacksmith.com
(David once aka as Breneth)

There is also some resource information on my own www.warehamforge.ca

Darrell

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, "thoravolundsdottir"
<hverweybsmith@...> wrote:

>   What books have you found that you find interesting?  Are they still in
print?

REFERENCES:

The Edge of the Anvil Jack Andrews, Rodale Press, Emmaus Pa
Probably the best all round guide for the beginner, covers tools, set up,
practical exercises, metallurgy

Decorative and Sculptural Ironwork Donna Meilach, Crown Publishers, New York
A good survey of the current art metalsmith movement, has stepbystep photos of
various techniques

Blacksmith's and Farriers Tools H. Bradley Smith, Shelburne Museum Inc,
Shelburne Vt
An excellent reference for identifying tools, has good information of the
history of smithing

The Blacksmith, Ironworker and Farrier Aldren Watson, W. W. Norton, New York
A good section on the history of Iron, especially in the USA, with an excellent
section detailing the construction of a full size 1800's style forge.

Practical Blacksmithing M. T. Richardson, Weathervane Books, New York
A reprint of a 1890's trade magazine for professional smiths, fairly heavy going
for the beginner, but a great source for period methods for the experienced
smith.

An Introduction to Blacksmithing Darrell Markewitz, the Wareham Forge (DVD)
Covers equipment, setting a fire and basic forming exercises.

Hello,

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darrellmarkewitz <wareham@...>

Because I can see this coming, I have uploaded a PDF version of the handout I
give my students for my own 'Introduction to Blacksmithing'  course. (Normally
you have to take the program to get this.)
Please keep this document 'in house' - do not distribute the link to the whole
world, it is a copyrighted document.
At some point I will comment on available smithing training in Ontario.

Darrell

I read Through the PDF and it is a good quick overview of safety and tools.
Generous to put it up for everyone. Thanks Darrell.
David

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, "Darrell @ the Wareham Forge"
<wareham@...> wrote:
>
> Because I can see this coming, I have uploaded a PDF version of the handout I
give my students for my own 'Introduction to Blacksmithing'  course. (Normally
you have to take the program to get this.)
> Please keep this document 'in house' - do not distribute the link to the whole
world, it is a copyrighted document.
> At some point I will comment on available smithing training in Ontario.
>
> Darrell
>

Hi Daniele
As Sylard mentioned I have a good set of plans for gas forges. I been building
them for years and they work pretty well. dig around my website and you will
find lots of information on them www.artistblacksmith.com
If you have questions just ask.
David Robertson
(Breneth)

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, Nathan Kronenfeld
<nkronenfeld@...> wrote:
>
> Does anyone know of good instructions for building a propane forge?  Coal is
> a bit too messy for my neighbors, here in the midst of suburbia, and I
> assume charcoal of the sort one would need is probably a little scarce these
> days.
>
>            -Daniele di Padola
>

Hello everyone

I'm just testing to make sure that everyone is getting the posts from this
group.

If you get this post please let me know.

Thank you all

Thora

Yup, I got it.

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, "thoravolundsdottir"
<hverweybsmith@...> wrote:
>
> Hello everyone
>
> I'm just testing to make sure that everyone is getting the posts from this
group.
>
> If you get this post please let me know.
>
> Thank you all
>
> Thora
>

Greetings all,

I couldn't help but chuckle at Darrell's earlier comment about forges and
computers rarely being seen on the same coin.

Computers have been a major part of my life, starting way back on the old Apple
IIE systems in my public school days.  I've a background covering assembling
computer systems in the retail field, to application programming and development
in the GoC, to management of federal web sites which spans 20+ years.

During the last handful of years, my interest in computers began waning.  So
about four years ago, I came across the blacksmith's art which 'fired' up a new
interest and I've been hooked ever since.  Now I admit I am not a full-time
smith... in fact, it's still a hobby for me.  But it's one that stems from my
heritage (plus it's a great way to vent frustrations from working on computers
all week).

Having said all that, I guess I could be considered one of those unique
individuals with some weird, juxtaposing interests.  But then again, that's what
makes me, me.

I look forward to seeing what new and interesting conversations, links and ideas
present themselves in this group.

Aurik Burnsson
MKA - Craig
(Group Moderator)

I added a couple of links of interest.

Please feel free to add your website or a website of general blacksmith interest
to the links

Thora V
Henrietta

Apologies - I probably should have identified myself. My bad!

I am Susanna of Latharan Grange in the Barony of Rising Waters

A few SCA oldtimers may remeber me, I was Helmut of Greenland, once granted a
laurel for smithing and a practising smith for the last thirty years. I have
been keeping in touch with the Sca with the intent of getting involved again in
the near future. I am always interested in learning more about my trade and open
discussion between interested people is one of the best ways to add to your
knowledge.
Helmut

--- In EaldormereBlacksmithguild@yahoogroups.com, "thoravolundsdottir"
<hverweybsmith@...> wrote:
>
> Welcome, this is an experiement on some levels and hopefully a great
tool for people who are interested in blacksmithing. The first little
while will have a few bumps as I learn the ropes so please be kind.
>
> Remember this is a private group and Rule #1 is that I am the
admin/group owner and I have the last say. Which does not mean that
yours is wrong but I'd like to keep the off topic chatting to a minimum.
Please DO NOT spam this group with the latest internet hustle, virus
alert, or political statement. If a discussion of politics or whatever
grows out of a thread on smithing, fine- if it gets obnoxious, I'll warn
you to stop. If you don't, see Rule #1.
>
>

The second rule about EBG is that you only talk about things pertaining
to EBG. Got it.

greetings all

Signora Ines deFreitas

This sounds very interesting. (albeit far away)

Do classes run year round? *runs off to investigate further*