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Blacksmithing
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Bladesmithing
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The Artist-Blacksmith's Association of North America (
ABANA) is a good starting point, with links to its many local chapters as well a good information about blacksmithing events around the country, a gallery and a guide to its various publications.
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The
American Bladesmith Society is a good starting point for exploring the world of making knives and swords. Its home page sports an array of links to its master bladesmiths, events, a gallery and even has the Journeyman's and Master's tests for interested students.
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Anvilfire.com is a web ring that will set you on a journey through a number of terrific sites with copious pictures and endless links about materials, tools, and books about blacksmithing. A good scenic tour of the world of this noble art.
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The
Sword Forum International is another jumping in point specifically devoted to modern sword making with links to sword makers, materials, picture galleries, and much more. A tour de force for the curious and the master.
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The
Blacksmith's On Line Museumis an interesting sight. Don't let the French page links fool you. Most of the text is English and there are some wonderful pictures and descriptions of the tools of traditional blacksmithing.
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Below are some other favorite links:
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Interested in high art materials in blade making? visit
Meier Steel. One of the premier sources of forge laminated steel stock with gorgeous pictures of pattern welded blades that will have you wondering, "How do they do that?"
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Other links to blademaking and blade makers:
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