Wow, this is something that I've been wanting to learn for a long time. I watch every video that I can on RU-vid. I really enjoyed this video, I think we need more young lad's like Reece, he's an inspiration to us all. At the end I almost fell off my chair when you gave out the course details, the reason that I was so surprised is that Cappamore is a local village to me, about 35 minutes away so I will be checking that out. For all that, Thanks.
Ye it was fairly dark but seemed to brighten up as the sun came around later in the day. He's only been in it a few months so not sure if he'll manage the winter with no light. I believe the is some wiring in it though an it was previously connected to the grid so he may be able to get some lights in action relatively easily.
My forge does not look anything like this. Awesome vibes from your forge. Something to be said about old world forges. Great to see a new blacksmith taking over.
@@makewithmitch Ah good, that makes sense. I always have a problem making brackets, half the time the support angle part blocks where your screwdriver would go.
Is there any recommendations on what someone beginning on the journey should start making to hone their skill that sells to help subsidize the cost of starting off?
I think in general probably smaller stuff initially and then get bigger or more specialised as you gain more experience. As Reece says in the video, he makes a lot of jewellery, bottle openers, and similar stuff that is probably on the simpler end of things, and also not too difficult to sell at markets. People might have a few quid in their pocket and would be more inclined to spontaneously buy something if it was relatively affordable. From a honing you skill point of view, i think smaller is probably better too. Less material used first of all. But more importantly, you'd probably be better off making 10 small things as opposed to one big thing to hone the skill and develop muscle memory. Lots of repetition. Reece has posted lots of what he's made over the last year on instagram if you're looking for some inspiration.
@@makewithmitch thanks lad, we went to a forge in Tipp for a stag and me and the buddy loved it, we're putting serious thought into setting something up.
@@joeofnotrades What was the name of the place you went to? There seems to be a really strong growing community of blacksmiths in Ireland at the moment. Regular events and meet ups and stuff. Think theres a facebook page where they all hang out and organise stuff. Give it a go I say, looks like great craic!
