Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
As the holidays approach I wanted to share some gift ideas for the blacksmith on your shopping list. Or maybe just for yourself. I have included a few things that are asked about regularly so its also a bit of Q&A.
Blacksmiths leather apron - forge-aprons.com
After Black Friday use the code BBF
Carolina hot mill gloves
piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/p6640.html
blacksmithsdepot.com/kevlar-forge-gloves.html
Hearing protection
Iso Tunes ear buds - amzn.to/47ld61q
Iso tunes ear muff - amzn.to/3upMH3O
Pro ear ear muff - amzn.to/49Ombl1
Markal Silver pencil - amzn.to/47Kdqqj
Square for Hook ruler - amzn.to/40OZZTt
Tongs
kensironstore.com
blacksmithsupply.com/search.asp?keyword=tongs&search=
piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/d1515.html
blacksmithsdepot.com/products/tongs-pliers/forge-tongs.html
Project blanks
christcenteredironworks.com/store/c23/blacksmithing-blanks
use coupon code John at checkout.
stoneypointforge.com/products
Brent Baily hammer - brentbaileyforge.com/shop/bailey-cross-peen
Holland Anvil swage block - hollandanvil.com/product-page/50lb-swage-block
Anvils
Holland Anvil anvils - hollandanvil.com/shop
stevefontaniniblacksmith.com
Vevor double horn - https://s.vevor.com/bfQn97
Vevor single horn - https://s.vevor.com/bfQxZJ
Power tools
Metabo WPB 18 LT BL 11-125 cordless angle grinder kit
acmetools.pxf.io/k0QdOz
amzn.to/45ppgEw
Metabo BS 18 LTX-3 BL Q I METAL cordless drill kit
acmetools.pxf.io/Kj250n
Milwaukee angle acmetools.pxf.io/jryQb6
*Some of the links provided are for affiliate programs. Using these links does not cost you any extra but does pay a small commission to help support this channel. As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases.
00:00- Intro
00:56 - Leather Apron
02:54 - Gloves
04:19 - Blue Tooth Hearing Protection
06:00 - Silver Pencil
06:47 - Hook Ruler
07:37 - Tongs
08:43 - Pre Cut Project Blanks
09:53 - Forging Hammer
10:26- Swage Block
10:54 - Anvils
12:05 Power Tools
Become a Patron - patreon.com/BlackBearForge
Donate - paypal.me/BlackBearForge
Shop - blackbearforge.etsy.com
Web site - blackbearforge.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blackbearfo...
FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/John.BlackBe...
John Switzer channel - youtube.com/johnswitzer
Some of my most used gear*
Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera - adorama.rfvk.net/b3yZ7v
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV
Deity V Mic D3 pro - adorama.rfvk.net/mxO51
*Links include affiliate links
Mailing address:
Black Bear Forge
P.O. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023
Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith.
To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit.
abana.org
Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - saymakhammers.com
General blacksmithing supplies - piehtoolco.com
General blacksmithing supplies - centaurforge.com
General blacksmithing supplies - blacksmithsdepot.com
General blacksmithing supplies - blacksmithsupply.com
Square head bolts and lags - blacksmithbolt.com
New anvils - nimbaanvils.com
New anvils - fontaninianvilandtool.com
Industrial supplier - mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - kensironstore.com
Fire brick and refractory - refwest.com
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.t yourself.
As the holidays approach I wanted to share some gift ideas for the blacksmith on your shopping list. Or maybe just for yourself. I have included a few things that are asked about regularly so its also a bit of Q&A.
Blacksmiths leather apron - forge-aprons.com
After Black Friday use the code BBF
Carolina hot mill gloves
piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/p6640.html
blacksmithsdepot.com/kevlar-forge-gloves.html
Hearing protection
Iso Tunes ear buds - amzn.to/47ld61q
Iso tunes ear muff - amzn.to/3upMH3O
Pro ear ear muff - amzn.to/49Ombl1
Markal Silver pencil - amzn.to/47Kdqqj
Square for Hook ruler - amzn.to/40OZZTt
Tongs
kensironstore.com
blacksmithsupply.com/search.asp?keyword=tongs&search=
piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/d1515.html
blacksmithsdepot.com/products/tongs-pliers/forge-tongs.html
Project blanks
christcenteredironworks.com/store/c23/blacksmithing-blanks
use coupon code John at checkout.
stoneypointforge.com/products
Brent Baily hammer - brentbaileyforge.com/shop/bailey-cross-peen
Holland Anvil swage block - hollandanvil.com/product-page/50lb-swage-block
Anvils
Holland Anvil anvils - hollandanvil.com/shop
stevefontaniniblacksmith.com
Vevor double horn - https://s.vevor.com/bfQn97
Vevor single horn - https://s.vevor.com/bfQxZJ
Power tools
Metabo WPB 18 LT BL 11-125 cordless angle grinder kit
acmetools.pxf.io/k0QdOz
amzn.to/45ppgEw
Metabo BS 18 LTX-3 BL Q I METAL cordless drill kit
acmetools.pxf.io/Kj250n
Milwaukee angle acmetools.pxf.io/jryQb6
*Some of the links provided are for affiliate programs. Using these links does not cost you any extra but does pay a small commission to help support this channel. As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases.
00:00- Intro
00:56 - Leather Apron
02:54 - Gloves
04:19 - Blue Tooth Hearing Protection
06:00 - Silver Pencil
06:47 - Hook Ruler
07:37 - Tongs
08:43 - Pre Cut Project Blanks
09:53 - Forging Hammer
10:26- Swage Block
10:54 - Anvils
12:05 Power Tools
Become a Patron - patreon.com/BlackBearForge
Donate - paypal.me/BlackBearForge
Shop - blackbearforge.etsy.com
Web site - blackbearforge.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blackbearfo...
FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/John.BlackBe...
John Switzer channel - youtube.com/johnswitzer
Some of my most used gear*
Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera - adorama.rfvk.net/b3yZ7v
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV
Deity V Mic D3 pro - adorama.rfvk.net/mxO51
*Links include affiliate links
Mailing address:
Black Bear Forge
P.O. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023
Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith.
To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit.
abana.org
Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - saymakhammers.com
General blacksmithing supplies - piehtoolco.com
General blacksmithing supplies - centaurforge.com
General blacksmithing supplies - blacksmithsdepot.com
General blacksmithing supplies - blacksmithsupply.com
Square head bolts and lags - blacksmithbolt.com
New anvils - nimbaanvils.com
New anvils - fontaninianvilandtool.com
Industrial supplier - mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - kensironstore.com
Fire brick and refractory - refwest.com
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.t yourself.
