Forging Fundamentals with Dereck Glaser: Full Tutorial

In this video NESM Director Dereck Glaser uses a hook project to demonstrate hammer control, fire management, tapering, square-octagon-round, shouldering with a half faced blow and twisting. This project is a part of Dereck's 4 day blacksmithing class at the New England School of Metalwork in Auburn, Maine. visit newenglandschoolofmetalwork.com for a class schedule.

[@Topshelf87]

I was blessed to have him as a mentor when I started in the mid 90s. Dereck is a master craftsman and one of the most patient , kind, and inspired Smith’s I have met. Great to see him in action.

[@JeffHeinenCFI]

Dereck is a true master of the craft, and an outstanding educator. I love watching him work and teach.

[@lucascurzel541]

Un video increíble realmente. da muchos tips realmente útiles para aprender a forjar. saludos desde Argentina

[@peterelliott2232]

Dereck, Great tutorial, you make it look easy. Glad to see new NESM videos when they come out. Thanks, Peter

[@Hunter30394]

What an excellent video. Thank you for sharing.