Publisher's Synopsis
Intended for metal workers, blacksmiths and their teachers and trainers, this book provides an introduction to blacksmithing. Fully illustrated with line drawings and photographs, the book takes the reader through all the main processes of blacksmithing from tools and equipment, lighting a fire, toolmaking, welding and splitting to decorative iron work. The book also contains full resource information on metallurgy, stainless steel finishes and includes a bibliography.;As described by Jack Andrews, blacksmithing is a part of a heritage which includes the Industrial Revolution and the technical developments which led to it. The importance of blacksmithing in the North has declined as the smiths' products were replaced by industrial manufacturers, but there are still a great number of blacksmiths in developing countries who play a vital role in producing agricultural tools such as hoes, axes and long knives. Blacksmiths everywhere are eager to improve their skills and knowledge. This book is ideal for those teaching themselves and has been a useful resource for many existing practitioners.
