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Initial Forging and Shaping

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What happens here

Begin by heating a substantial piece of metal in a forge until it reaches a bright, glowing temperature, indicating it is hot enough to be worked. Once hot, use tongs to retrieve the metal and place it on an anvil. Employ a hammer to strike the hot metal, initiating the shaping process. This initial phase involves rough shaping, drawing out material, and preparing the stock for more detailed work. Sparks will fly as the hammer impacts the hot metal, a visual indicator of the forging process.

Goal: Begin to shape the raw metal stock using hand hammering.

Tools and materials

  • Anvil — Providing a solid, resilient surface for hammering and shaping metal
  • Forge — Heating metal to forging temperatures
  • Hammer — Striking and shaping hot metal
  • Hearing Protection — Protecting ears from loud hammering noises
  • Heat-resistant Gloves — Protecting hands from heat and sparks
  • Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes from sparks and debris
  • Tongs — Holding and manipulating hot metal safely
  • Metal Stock — The raw material for the wrench

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