About Us

We Are a Group Of Amateur Blacksmiths Committed To Sharing Our Learning Journey.​

Backyard Forge Company is built by a group of amateur blacksmiths who are passionate about learning the craft and sharing that journey with others. As beginners ourselves, we know how difficult it can be to find clear, practical guidance when starting out. Our goal is to document what we learn, test tools and techniques, and make the process of getting into blacksmithing more approachable for anyone interested in the craft.

While we bring a beginner’s perspective, we also work closely with experienced smiths and forgemasters who help guide our learning and review the information we share. Their knowledge helps us make sure the advice, techniques, and tool recommendations on this site are accurate, practical, and useful for new blacksmiths starting their own backyard forge.

What You'll Find Here

At Backyard Forge Company, our goal is to make blacksmithing easier to approach for beginners. Whether you're setting up your first forge or working on your first project, you'll find practical guides and resources designed to help you learn step by step.

Here you'll find:

  • Beginner-friendly blacksmithing guides that explain core concepts and techniques
  • Tool recommendations and reviews to help you choose reliable equipment
  • Project ideas and tutorials to build real forging skills
  • Practical advice on setting up and working safely in a backyard forge

Everything we publish is written with beginners in mind, focusing on clear explanations and practical information you can actually use.

Our Approach to Tools & Reviews

When we review tools or recommend equipment, our goal is to help new blacksmiths make informed decisions. We research tools, compare options, and gather input from experienced smiths and forgemasters who have spent years working at the forge.

Some of the links on this site may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you purchase through them, at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support the site and allow us to continue creating educational content for the blacksmithing community.

Regardless of commissions, we focus on recommending tools that are reliable, practical, and appropriate for beginners starting their own backyard forge.