Blacksmithing Materials

Materials

Blacksmithing starts with raw material. From steel to coal raw materials are the heart of blacksmithing. Choosing the right material cam make all the difference when crafting a blade that holds an edge or crumples under stress.

Below is a curated list of commonly used blacksmithing materials and consumables, from high-end carbon steels to flux, these products are found avaible on Amazon compiled here for your accessibility.

Metals Stock - Core building blocks of blacksmithing. These pieces of stock provide the raw material for forging tools, knives, and decorative pieces.
Forge Consumables - Supplies that get used up during forging, including quenching liquids, flux, and fuel. Keeps your forge running smooth.
Miscellaneous Shop - Supporting materials like handle woods, adhesives, and metal accents that can add the finishing touch onto your creations.

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Metals Stock

1/2" Round Bar Stock A36 Mild Steel - Quantity 1

$11.00

Great for forging hooks, pins, rivets, or bending into decorative scrolls and curves.

4.8 stars with 10 reviews

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Hicarer 2" x 1/8", 12" Hot Rolled Mild Steel Flat Bar A36 - Quantity 2

$16.99

Ideal for small brackets, straps, and decorative forged pieces that need a wide surface.

4.2 stars with 8 reviews

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1.5" Diameter 5" Long Round Bar Hot Rolled, A36 Steel Rod - Quantity 1

$6.43

Perfect for forging down into hardy tools, hammers, or heavy-duty punches.

4.5 stars with 2 reviews

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2" x 2" , 5" Long, Sqaure Steel Bar, A36 Mild Steel - Quantity 1

$10.87

Excellent for making large tools, forging billets, or sculpting chunky decorative elements.

4.8 stars with 6 reviews

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12" x 2" x 0.12" 1095 Annealed High Carbon Steel for Knife Making - Quantity 5

$28.99

Ideal for forging or stock-removing knife blades, chisels, and cutting tools that need excellent hardness and edge retention after heat treatment.

4.6 stars with 946 reviews

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Firestorm Damascus Steel Billet Bar, Handmade Premium Forged Knife Making Blank

$29.99

Ideal for custom knife blades, decorative tools, or expressive pieces where you want strong edge retention and the visual flair of Damascus patterning.

5 stars with 4 reviews

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Forge Consumables

Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel - 1 Gallon

$49.50

Parks 50 Quench Oil is excellent for heat treating high-carbon steels (like 1095, 1084, etc.), giving a fast, consistent quench that helps the steel reach higher hardness without risking severe distortions.

4.7 stars with 250+ reviews

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1/2 Pound of Borax Flux

$5.59

Used as flux in forging/welding or melting metals to prevent oxidation and improve weld quality.

4.5 stars with 94 reviews

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Blacksmithing and Heating Coal 25 lbs

$48.99

Great fuel for forging and heating the large chunks burn hot and long, making them well-suited to sustain forge fires or to use in coal-fired forges.

4.5 stars with 600+ reviews

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Miscellaneous Shop Stock

5.12" x 1.77" x 0.51" Riakrum 4 Pieces Ironwood Knife Handle Material

$18.99

These natural wood scales are ideal for crafting durable and aesthetically pleasing knife handles.

4.4 stars with 206 reviews

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27 Pack Soapstone Pen, Flat Soapstone Pencil, Chalks

$9.49

These flat soapstone pencils are designed for marking metal, slate, and other surfaces. They are refillable and come in a pack of 27, making them ideal for welding, metal fabrication, and construction projects.

4.3 stars with 317 reviews

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1/8" x 12" Brass Rods, Knife Making Handles Pinds - Quantity 10

$9.99

These brass rods are ideal for crafting knife handles, pins, or other hardware projects. They offer durability and a polished finish, making them suitable for both functional and decorative applications.

4.7 stars with 1065 reviews

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