Most smiths swear by old school mentoring, but I learn more from online videos
I hear a lot of talk that real blacksmithing skills only come from watching a master in the forge. Last month, I was struggling with twist patterns and found a clear video that showed me exactly where I was going wrong. That free tutorial saved a commission piece I was ready to scrap. Relying only on the guy next to you means missing out on a world of knowledge. I think being open to digital lessons makes us stronger craftsmen. Do you ever use video guides to pick up new techniques?