This blacksmithing experiment explores how steel behaves when its movement is restricted. Using a closed die setup, the ...

Watch the complete process of hand forging a Viking-style seax knife using K720 high carbon steel. See each step from shaping the blade to finishing, as ancient craftsmanship meets modern steel.

When it comes to turning raw metal alloys into useful things, two processes dominate: casting and forging. Both have their place, but when strength and light weight are priorities, forging is the ...