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New blacksmither from Washington state


juicaj1

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Well I've just started blacksmithing after months of studying videos on youtube. Ok just about started I still have a few things left to get and need to finish making my forge. I'm 18 just graduated high school and going into the material sciences next fall. I've realized I don't know a whole lot about blacksmithing or metallurgy in general so I figured this would be a great resource when I inevitably mess up and need help. I'm very excited to start though!

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Welcome to the group
Check out joining the NWBA North west Blacksmiths
They are having a major conference but I think it is in OR this year. It next month. They have a lot to see and do and probably an excellent tailgate area with many tools to buy

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Thanks I did. I think it would be wise to hold off joining until I've actually done some work and are in a better financial situation. I checked the calender for that conference and it's in Canada so I don't think I'll be going to that. There is a swap meet in Seattle though on July 23, I'll try going to that.

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Well we will see you at Daves on the 23rd but the conference we are talking about is in Government Camp Oregon on the 18-21st of Aug... Its going to be the biggest hot metal event this year anyplace in the world (and I dont think that is exaggerating) The ABS and Farriers will be represented as well as 10 blacksmith groups... If you can do one thing this summer this should be it!

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