Quite frankly, I'm a blacksmith. My brother's a blacksmith, my father was a blacksmith, and our grandfather was a blacksmith. While I can, and have, made bladed and edged weapons, I enjoy the 'other side' of blacksmithing. Andirons, candle holders, household needs, nifty hinges and gate work, even needles and scissors. One big thing though, I don't shoe horses...any more.....