Test pieces, the key to improving as a blacksmith
When stepping outside one comfort zone and trying new things, it pays to do test pieces using the new and unfamiliar techniques. Todays project is just such a test piece. The results? I need to do more test pieces.
Black Bear Forge is sponsored by Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d
Use code "Blackbear10" for a discount on your next order
My name is John Switzer, I operate Black Bear Forge, a small one person blacksmith shop located in southern Colorado. My current focus is shifting away from commissions and customer orders and towards education through these videos on YouTube. Thank you for watching
To provide financial support use one of the two links below.
https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge
Or you may set up a monthly contribution through Patreon
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Mailing address:
Black Bear Forge
P.O. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023
If you are curious about some of my other interests, you may like my second channel
John Switzer
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrH18xls7zdB6b19L6oJDgw
Find me online at:
http://www.blackbearforge.com
http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com
https://www.instagram.com/blackbearforge/
https://www.facebook.com/Black-Bear-Forge-209863855743919/
Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith.
My blacksmiths apron
http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF
RZmask 99.5% dust mask
http://rzmask.com?afmc=ay
To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit.
https://www.abana.org/
Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/
Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/
New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/
New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/
New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/
Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/
Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com
Most of my videos are shot on the Canon M50
https://adorama.evyy.net/NEnJV
Audio is recorded using the RodeLink Filmmaker Wireless Microphone Kit
https://adorama.evyy.net/g5vXA
Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.
Видео Test pieces, the key to improving as a blacksmith канала Black Bear Forge
Black Bear Forge is sponsored by Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d
Use code "Blackbear10" for a discount on your next order
My name is John Switzer, I operate Black Bear Forge, a small one person blacksmith shop located in southern Colorado. My current focus is shifting away from commissions and customer orders and towards education through these videos on YouTube. Thank you for watching
To provide financial support use one of the two links below.
https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge
Or you may set up a monthly contribution through Patreon
https://www.patreon.com/BlackBearForge
Mailing address:
Black Bear Forge
P.O. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023
If you are curious about some of my other interests, you may like my second channel
John Switzer
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrH18xls7zdB6b19L6oJDgw
Find me online at:
http://www.blackbearforge.com
http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com
https://www.instagram.com/blackbearforge/
https://www.facebook.com/Black-Bear-Forge-209863855743919/
Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith.
My blacksmiths apron
http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF
RZmask 99.5% dust mask
http://rzmask.com?afmc=ay
To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit.
https://www.abana.org/
Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/
Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/
New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/
New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/
New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/
Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/
Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com
Most of my videos are shot on the Canon M50
https://adorama.evyy.net/NEnJV
Audio is recorded using the RodeLink Filmmaker Wireless Microphone Kit
https://adorama.evyy.net/g5vXA
Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.
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