ianmack1984

Evening ladies and gents, As the topic suggests, I'm not only new to the site but also new to the hobby of blacksmithing. At present, i havent got a forge or anything yet until I get permission from the mrs to play with fire (or until she trusts me not to burn everything down including myself?). Looking for advice on where to start - probably looking more at a coal forge as opposed to propane/gas purely for safety reasons. Smithing is something I have always been into ever since I made a forged screwdriver back in high school with a knurled handle and should of made that my trade. What would your recommendations for a total beginner be? Aiming more towards making knives and kitchen knives.