Tools of the Trade
As a blacksmith, you're going to need some serious gear to get the job done. Don't skimp on the quality, folks! Here are the essentials:
- A decent hammer. Not that wimpy one from the market, either. Get a real one with some weight to it.
- A good forge. Not one of those tiny ones that'll just melt under the heat. You need one that can handle the real deal.
- An anvil. Don't try to shape the metal without one, you'll be cursing like a troglodyte.
Now, let's talk about some of the finer points of blacksmithing...
Like, have you seen the prices of bronze these days? Inflation is real, folks.
But seriously, if you're looking to start crafting some serious bronze goods, here's where it's at:
Bronze Basics
Start with the basics: copper and tin. Mix 'em together, heat 'em up, and you're golden.
Now, don't get too fancy. You don't want to end up like that one smith who thought he could make a bronze toaster.
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