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The profession that changed the face of history
October 25, 2008Blacksmithing is arguably the single most influential proffession in history. Ancient man used primitive methods to shape the first iron tools, thus bringing mankind to a new era, The Bronze Age. Since that time, most major inventions have been built upon our ability to shape and change metals. Throughout history metal has been the number one choice for creating everyday things that we use.
The everyday things that we use may have changed, but the medium has not. We no longer need swords or arrowheads, sheilds of spears, but there are a number of things that we do need: Automobiles, silverware, factory equipment. True, these more modern metal objects are not made by traditional blacksmithing methods, however the modern pocesses were inspired by these traditional methods. In fact, you would be hard pressed to find anything that is made with traditional methods, however, the artistic appeal of this long streching history is not entirely lost. One of the most commonly forged items today is decorative hardware for your home. One can find everything from forged cabinet knobs and pulls to forged iron door hardware online. We dont need to lose touch with our primitive past. Bring this artistic beauty back in to your home and dont forget where we came from.
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