Becoming A Blacksmith in Connecticut

United States

Connecticut

Overview

A blacksmith is a metalsmith who creates objects from wrought iron or steel by forging the metal, using tools to hammer, bend, and cut.

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Tools of the Trade

Tongs

Flatter

Drifts

Cross Pein Hammer

Anvil

Forge

What Blacksmiths Love About Their Trade

It's a timeless craft.

Pride in a job well done.

Getting to work with hands.

Characteristics

Ancient Craft

Not Customer Facing

Work Indoors

Variety of Tools

Physically Challenging

Art and a Science

Outlook

Optionality Potential

Medium

There are specializations within the trade.

Entrepreneurship Potential

High

Fairly low startup but does require a shop.

Demand Forecast

Medium

You must be good at marketing yourself.

Reviews
(42)

Troy G.

It's very rewarding to be able to shape metal to what you have in your head with your hands and some simple tools. It's a cool trade, and I'm constantly getting better. You've definitely got to be able to market your services.

Dustin R.

The best part about this trade is that ultimately you are an artist and your art lives forever in what you create with the iron. It hasn't made me rich, but it has made me a very happy and fulfilled man and let me work close to my family.

Pat K.

I like to be alone with my work, and make my vision a reality. Blacksmithing gives both of those things to me. It can take some time to find steady work but you will figure it out if you keep at it.

$54,320

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Estimated Salary

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Blacksmith Apprenticeships In Connecticut

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