The forge is HOT. The metal coming out of the forge will be HOT. Keep in mind that, while we’ve shown you have to build a forge here, no information has been provided as to how to forge.

Hooking up a propane range at home? Here’s a full walkthrough of how I safely installed everything—without calling a pro. It’s easier than you think (but safety first!).

Here’s a build that combines a brake drum and some plumbing fittings into an entry-level forge. It’s a pretty cheap start to see if Blacksmithing is for you.