Download or read book Basic Blacksmithing written by David Harries and published by Intermediate Technology Publications. This book was released on 1993 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes tools and equipment, raw materials and their properties, and basic techniques, (including fire management and tempering) as a basis for step-by-step instructions. Builds on traditional techniques and equipment to enable smiths to develop new skills using the resources available.