Blacksmiths

Blacksmiths are skilled artisans who shape and forge metal, primarily iron and steel, by heating it until red or orange hot and then hammering, bending, or cutting it to create tools, horseshoes, hardware, and decorative objects. Using a forge, anvil, hammer, and various tools, they manipulate heated metal to achieve precise forms and functions. Historically vital for transportation and construction, blacksmiths combine craftsmanship with technical knowledge, blending traditional techniques with modern practices to produce durable, functional, and sometimes artistic metal pieces.