A Group of Rice University Students Forged A Sword For Their Capstone Projects

Discover how these students combined their engineering brilliance with blacksmithing skills to create an awe-inspiring, school-spirit-infused sword for a prestigious national competition.

Lifestyle, OriginalsXavier DavisJanuary 18, 2024Xavier Davis

Norse Craft, Modern Edge: The Enduring Appeal of the Viking Seax

Delve into the intriguing history of the seax, a symbol of Saxon and Viking craftsmanship, revered through the ages for its simplistic beauty and formidable functionality.

HistoryJeff ClooneyJanuary 11, 2024Jeff Clooney, Weapons History 101, Seax

The Challenges and Triumphs of Building a Bladesmithing Business

Have a desire to turn your passion for bladesmithing into a thriving business? Let’s talk about navigating through the melding of traditional craftsmanship and modern entrepreneurial strategies.

BusinessJeff ClooneyJanuary 11, 2024Jeff Clooney, Forged in Fire

United In Steel: Putting Jody and Jennifer Lyddane of JL Forge in the Hot Seat

In this premiere issue of our “Hot Seat” series, we check in with the bladesmithing power couple to find out what they’ve been working on since we first spoke.

Hot Seat, Features, OriginalsAmanda AngerJanuary 10, 2024Amanda Anger, Forged in Fire

Mastersmith Jason Knight Illuminates the 3rd Annual James Black Bowie Heritage Festival

This exciting event is happening on April 20th, 2024.

Lifestyle, Pop Culture, TelevisionJeff ClooneyJanuary 9, 2024Jeff Clooney, Forged in Fire

Five Things Forged In Fire Doesn't Show You

There’s much more to America’s favorite bladesmithing competition than what’s shown on the small screen.

Lifestyle, Pop Culture, TelevisionJeff ClooneyJanuary 9, 2024Jeff Clooney, Forged in Fire, Trending

Let's Get Wild With Bladesmith and Bone Carver Cheyenne Brown

We spoke with the Forged In Fire “Blades Gone Wild” contestant about her blade making passions, her unique bone-crafting skills, and the impact of women in the bladesmithing industry.

InterviewsAmanda AngerJanuary 5, 2024Amanda Anger, Forged in Fire

The Art of the Forge: How 'Forged in Fire' Inspires Artists and Blacksmiths

Explore how Forged in Fire reignites the passion and creativity of modern artists and blacksmiths, sparking a vibrant resurgence in the ancient art of forging

Lifestyle, Pop Culture, TelevisionJeff ClooneyDecember 22, 2023Jeff Clooney, Forged in Fire

Percy Jackson's Pen Truly is Mightier than the Sword

The latest imagining of the Percy Jackson series is currently airing on Disney+

Pop CultureXavier DavisDecember 21, 2023Xavier Davis

Come Forge A Memory With Fan-Favorite Bladesmith Robby Bowman

We spoke with the trailblazing bladesmith about his smithing journey, his passion for teaching, and his Forged in Fire grudge matches which are exploding in popularity.

InterviewsAmanda AngerDecember 15, 2023Amanda Anger, Forged in Fire

There's Still Time to Give the Gift of Ben Abbott for Christmas!

Check out these awesome online courses presented by the fan-favorite Forged in Fire judge and undefeated champion!

OriginalsJordan MillerDecember 14, 2023Jordan Miller, Billet to Blade, Forged in Fire

Will Netflix's Upcoming Hannibal Film Feature the Legendary Warrior's Legendary Weapon?

We may soon get to see the blade that cut down the Roman Empire in live action.

History, MoviesJeff ClooneyDecember 14, 2023Jeff Clooney, Hannibal

The Santoku Knife: Things Are Getting Hot In The Kitchen.

Your culinary exploits are falling short if you aren’t using one of these basic staples of the kitchen.

HistoryJeff ClooneyDecember 12, 2023Jeff Clooney, Weapons History 101, Santoku

Josh Brown Is a Bladesmith of the First Degree

We spoke with the owner of First Degree Forge to discuss his inspirations, his experience as both a contestant and a judge in bladesmithing competitions, and how bladesmithing has become his therapy.

InterviewsAmanda AngerDecember 8, 2023Amanda Anger, Ducksauce, Last Blade Standing