Bladesmithing Resources

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Applications of Bladesmithing
Interested in seeing even more blades? View the 2017 TMS Bladesmithing Competition Gallery.
Applications of Bladesmithing
Some in America still recognize and practice the art of bladesmithing and metalworking. Visit the website of the American Bladesmith Society, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to keeping the traditions alive
Applications of Bladesmithing
View the incredible blades created by student teams for the first ever TMS Bladesmithing Competition in 2015.
Applications of Bladesmithing
Watch modern-day bladesmiths compete in the popular television show, Forged in Fire.
Bladesmithing Basics
Check out The Association for Renaissance Martial Arts’ collection of articles and essays. Read up on everything from “Which Weapon is Right for You” to “How Were Swords Really Made.”
Bladesmithing Basics
Learn about the history of metallurgy by tracing the predominant metals back through the ages. Start in the Stone Age and work your way up to the discovery of steel.
Bladesmithing Basics
When working with metals, both bladesmiths and materials scientists must consider whether they want to work with a pure metal or a metal alloy. Learn the difference here
Bladesmithing History
As far back as 500 A.D. the most sought-after weapons were made from a material called Damascus steel. Extremely strong yet flexible, the art of creating this material is today unknown. Get details on this ancient technology here.
Bladesmithing History
Every country has its own art, history, and culture. Bladesmithing combines all three. Check out the different types of swords from around the world used throughout history, from African blades to Viking swords.
Bladesmithing in the Media
Sometimes it’s nice to dream about the perfect material; Fiction writers agree. View this discussion of the strongest fictional materials.
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