Blacksmith Tools

There are many handy tools the blacksmith uses to work metal into various shapes. 

A blacksmiths daily routine includes organizing the tools that he will need on his workbench to prevent wasting time while working. The blacksmith uses various types of hammers, tongs and vises. The blacksmith can own up to 12 different types of hammers. The reason for the various types is because it allows for the blacksmith to do different things. For example, the flatter is used to pound iron flat and because of its smooth face, it doesn’t dent the iron when it’s pounded. On the other hand, a ball peen hammer is used to shape curved objects such as pots, ladles and cups by using the peen of the ball peen hammer. Other types of hammers include a chisel used to cut iron and a set hammer to also cut or make a bend in a piece of iron.

 The blacksmith also uses several types of tongs used for a specific purpose, such as holding square, round or flat objects.

A vise is used to hold an object in order to file it smooth. It has two adjustable jaws that hold a piece of hot iron securely in place for the blacksmith to work on.