Edge of the Anvil: A Resource Book for the Blacksmith

by Jack Andrews

An introduction to blacksmithing, illustrated with line drawings and photographs, that takes the reader through all the main processes of blacksmithing including tools and equipment, lighting a fire, welding, splitting, and decorative iron work.

Hardcover

First published June 22, 1977

Reviews

[Jim · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first book my father handed me 25+ years ago when I started. I have been through multiple copies and loan it out to all new employees interested in smithing.

[Ryan Mishap · Rating 2 out of 5]

This one is a little more practical than I need right now, considering I'm not constructing my smithy and don't have any experience yet. I'll maybe come back to this later if I ever do. I won't miss the author's style--or lack of, actually, I mean, is it too hard to crack a joke every now and again?