I'm still playing catch-up with my posts.
Here is a fireplace shovel I was asked to make. It was a relatively simple construction.
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To test the quality of this wrought iron bar, I drew out the end thin and forged a little leaf. Despite looking quite rough, this iron was good quality.
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Just a little forgewelding. #blacksmith #blacksmithforge #bladesmith #bladesmithing #hobbysmith #forgewelding