Anvil Tools
Founder's word
My great-grandfather was a blacksmith, and my father is a blacksmith. I forged my first knife at fourteen. This craft is the life I know and love. It taught me to care about things you feel through hours at the anvil: the balance of a hammer, the fit of a handle, how the steel holds up under repeated blows. My training in metallurgy and heat treatment helps me get those details right. Here in our workshop in Ukraine, I make tools to feel like an extension of your hand. My family’s standards go into each one.
AncientSmithy Way
How to Choose the Perfect Blacksmithing Hammer: A Guide for Beginners and Professionals
The hammer is a blacksmith's primary tool. Choosing the right one affects not only the speed and precision of your work but also the level of wrist fatigue you experience by the end of the day. At the StrictBlacksmith online workshop, we handcraft our blacksmithing tools, pouring years of experie...
Caring for Hand Forging Tools: How to Make a Hammer Last for Decades
A hand forging tool is an extension of the smith's hands. Crafted from high-quality steel and fitted with sturdy wooden handles, our hammers are built to withstand heavy-duty use. However, even the toughest tool requires basic maintenance. Proper care not only extends the lifespan of your favorit...
Rounding Hammer: Everything About the Round-Faced Blacksmithing Hammer
The Rounding Hammer is one of the most popular, versatile, and efficient tools in modern blacksmithing. For many smiths — and for me personally — it is my favorite hammer and the one I use most often. Its unique geometry makes it a true workhorse in the shop, capable of handling the lion's share...