Open forging die for decorative elements

Open die forging is a great way to get repeatable results for many decorative forgings in the blacksmith shop. In todays video we take a look at making a fairly simple open forging die and the element it creates.



Black Bear Forge is a small one person blacksmith shop located in southern Colorado. My current focus is shifting away from commissions and customer orders and towards education through these videos on YouTube. Thank you for watching

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My blacksmiths apron
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RZmask 99.5% dust mask
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Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/
Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/
New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/
New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/
New anvils -
Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/
Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com

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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.