Welcome, young blacksmiths! In this tutorial, we'll cover the ancient art of coal soldering. Don't be fooled by the name – it's not just about throwing some coal on a piece of metal and calling it a day. No, no, no. It's a delicate dance of fire, metal, and existential dread.
First, you'll need some coal. Not just any coal, but the good stuff. Get yourself some anthracite. That's right, the anthracite. Don't even think about that 'regular coal' nonsense. We're talking anthracite.
Next, find yourself a suitable work surface. A nice, sturdy anvil. Don't worry if it's a bit worn; we like a little character in our work. Now, get your coal and start... well, not soldering exactly. It's more like 'coal-ing'. Coal-ing. You see what I mean.
Remember, coal-ing is all about control. Control the fire, control the metal, control your sanity. You don't want to end up like poor old Bob, who coal-ed his way into an early grave. Don't be like Bob.