Black Bear Forge | Simple Forging for Profit - Affordable blacksmithing part 3 @BlackBearForge | Uploaded June 2023 | Updated October 2024, 11 hours ago.
Forging simple items is great practice as you learn blacksmithing. But these simple forgings can also be a way to pay for the tools and supplies you need to equip you blacksmith shop.

Basic blacksmithing Tool list:
From Vevor use code: VVPRO
Propane Forge, Single Burner: https://s.vevor.com/bfQevk
Propane Forge, Double Burner: https://s.vevor.com/bfQevr
30kg Acciaio anvil: https://s.vevor.com/bfQaz1
4 1/2" vise: https://s.vevor.com/bfQh8D
From Blacksmith Supply use code: bear5
Hammer: blacksmithsupply.com/Forging-Hammers_c_64.html
Tongs: blacksmithsupply.com/Wolf-Jaw-Tongs_c_62.html
Other supplies found online or locally
Hacksaw frame
Hacksaw blades 18tpi
8" - 10" half round file with handle
Propane cylinder 20lb or larger with propane
3/8" hot rolled mild steel 40 feet (usually sold in 20 foot lengths)

Blacksmith Supply: blacksmithsupply.com
Use discount code "bear5"

Combat Abrasives - bit.ly/3r73P8d
Use code "Blackbear10" for a discount on your next order

Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil
stevefontaniniblacksmith.com

Precut blanks for forging available from:
blacksmithingblanks.com
use coupon code John at checkout.

My blacksmiths apron
Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF

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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 - oleoacresfarriersupply.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 - oldworldanvils.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.