MISSOULA, Mont. — Frank McKinney, a blacksmith and American history buff in Alberton, spends much of his time in his garage. There, he has a collection of forges — the furnaces where blacksmiths heat ...

WALTHAM — Blacksmith John Hayden fires up the forge, stokes the coals, and heats the rifle barrel of a disabled Remington Sportsman 58 shotgun until it glows the color of “Orange Crush.” Then he ...

A look at forging practical, durable tools designed specifically for camping and outdoor use. From shaping steel to finishing details, this build focuses on creating gear that’s tough, functional, and ...