The Village Blacksmith

The Village Blacksmith Blacksmith, forge/weld/fab service. Classes in forging. Product creation, retail & wholesale Hand forged ornamental iron: art hardware, reproductions, repair.

Our focus is to bring old world craftsmanship back to the local community and with it the appreciation of the above. Made By hand, made in America, made local with pride ~ quality ~ dedication. We offer a never ending array of products and services:
Blacksmithing, bladesmithing, welding fabrication and training in the above! Restoration,re-purposing, up-cycling and salvage projects. Welder trainin

g and qualifications, weld inspections AWS CWI/ CWE, Company training and consulting, weld repairs and custom fabrication. Knife and blade sharpening, ornamental metal wall hangings and cutouts, Custom metal signs, displays, racks, storage systems. personalized metal art. We also seek to promote other artists in their mediums through consignments, events and advertising. You see a problem, we see a solution!

03/06/2025

Daffodils are popping up in the daffodil capital !
Daffodil Festival - Gloucester, Virginia Gloucester Main Street Visit Gloucester Virginia

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The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA.
Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally.

The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7.

We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com

Thanks for checking out our page! ❤️

Facebook is good about: “a year of stuff”, Almost forgot I took this photo of Ben Abbott of HISTORY Forged In Fire last...
03/03/2025

Facebook is good about: “a year of stuff”, Almost forgot I took this photo of Ben Abbott of HISTORY Forged In Fire last year during Join Or Die Knives 10 year reunion sometimes the light from the sparks works in your favor when you don’t catch fire lol (again)

We will be set up at Gloucester Brewing Company for the Daffodil Festival - Gloucester, Virginia this year. Order our h...
03/03/2025

We will be set up at Gloucester Brewing Company for the Daffodil Festival - Gloucester, Virginia this year. Order our handmade daffodils online and pick up at the show or in the shop or we can ship them to you. Over 1,000 hammer strikes goes into each one ! One thing is certain we will probably sell out and they won’t be available until October! Order link in comments!

02/27/2025

Of all the VIDS OF EPIC stuff that has come out of the shop, a video of a tape measure gets the most views? WTF?! someone tell Crescent Tools I need a commission! I will never figure out instagram 🤦‍♂️ if anyone wants a good laugh, look in the comments!

02/26/2025

Another cannon! For Colonial Seaport Foundation and their sloop Luna!


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The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA.
Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally.

The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel's Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic's Drain the Oceans S3E7.

We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com

Thanks for checking out our page!





02/24/2025

Sharing a grill top we recently built for a custom home by Best Way Custom Homes, Inc.
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The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA.
Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally.

The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7.

We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com

Thanks for checking out our page!





02/24/2025

One way to line up hole centers for enlargement with an Annular cutter is to use a transfer punch. Here a universal transfer punch is display along with a transfer punch set.
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The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA.
Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally.

The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7.

We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com

Thanks for checking out our page!





02/24/2025

One way to line up hole centers is to use a transfer punch. Here a universal transfer punch is display along with a transfer punch set that is set in specific sizes. Have you used one?
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The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA.
Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally.

The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7.

We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com

Thanks for checking out our page!





It’s always grilling season at the Village Blacksmith. Buy online below!
02/22/2025

It’s always grilling season at the Village Blacksmith. Buy online below!

This hand forged grilling meat flipper can make your grilling experience even more enjoyable! Handmade with AMERICAN STEEL , this robust grilling essential tool reflects artistry, quality and uniqueness that can only be conveyed through its craftsmanship and usability. Featuring also a forged-in bot...

We are working had to to bring you MORE forged Daffodils this year! We are taking pre-orders NOW BE THE FIRST TO GET YOU...
02/22/2025

We are working had to to bring you MORE forged Daffodils this year! We are taking pre-orders NOW BE THE FIRST TO GET YOURS!

Hand forged copper, brass, and steel daffodil. Limited production run. Stands between 6 and 12” tall. Gloucester Virginia is hand stamped into the base. Over 1,000 hammer strikes goes into forging these keepsake flowers. Hand made individually, in Gloucester, VA with all materials sourced in the U...

02/20/2025

Post your ridiculous snow pictures from this week!

02/19/2025

Due to the inclement weather we are closing today at normal time. Sorry for any inconvenience.

02/17/2025
02/16/2025

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The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA.
Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally.

The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel's Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic's Drain the Oceans S3E7.

We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com

Thanks for checking out our page!





02/13/2025

Huge shout out to Crooked Path Forge for sending me his book! Head over his page and get you a copy! Thank you Jordan! - to purchase a copy head over to : http://crookedpathforge.org/
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02/09/2025

What is it?

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The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA.
Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally.

The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel's Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic's Drain the Oceans S3E7.

We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com

Thanks for checking out our page!





02/05/2025

Address

6641 Gloucester Street
Gloucester, VA
23061

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Sunday 10:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+18048242631

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Daffodils are popping up in the daffodil capital ! #gloucesterva #daffodilseason Daffodil Festival - Gloucester, Virginia Gloucester Main Street Visit Gloucester Virginia - - - - - - - - - The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA. Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally. The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7. We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com Thanks for checking out our page! #daffodils #ilovebulbs #springflowers #forged #blacksmithing #gloucesterva #gloucestervabusiness #virginiaisforlovers❤️ #blacksmith

Texturing daffodil petals #daffodils @followers https://gloucesterblacksmith.com/collections/sculpture/products/untitled-dec21_15-44

Of all the VIDS OF EPIC stuff that has come out of the shop, a video of a tape measure gets the most views? WTF?! #tapemeasure someone tell Crescent Tools I need a commission! #WTF I will never figure out instagram 🤦‍♂️ @handforgedsteel if anyone wants a good laugh, look in the comments!

Another cannon! For Colonial Seaport Foundation and their sloop Luna! #cannon #pirate - - - - - - - - - The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA. Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally. The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel's Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic's Drain the Oceans S3E7. We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com Thanks for checking out our page! #blacksmithing #forging #forge #blacksmith #handforged #handforging #blacksmithshop #smithy #forged #madeinusa #metalwork #forgedandfabbed #fabrication #tiktok #metal #outdoors #backyardgrilling #outdoorgrilling #blacksmithclass #madebyhand #handmade #veteran #forgedinfire #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife #learning #metaltools #metalfab #metalworktips

One way to line up hole centers is to use a transfer punch. Here a universal transfer punch is display along with a transfer punch set that is set in specific sizes. Have you used one? - - - - - - - - The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA. Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally. The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7. We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com Thanks for checking out our page! #blacksmithing #forging #forge #blacksmith #handforged #handforging #blacksmithshop #smithy #forged #madeinusa #metalwork #forgedandfabbed #fabrication #tiktok #metal #outdoors #backyardgrilling #outdoorgrilling #blacksmithclass #madebyhand #handmade #veteran #forgedinfire #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife #centered #metaltools #metalfab #metalworktips

Sharing a grill top we recently built for a custom home by Best Way Custom Homes, Inc. - - - - - - - - - The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA. Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally. The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7. We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com Thanks for checking out our page! #blacksmithing #forging #blacksmith #handforged #handforging #blacksmithshop #homecooking #forged #madeinusa #metalwork #grillingmasters #grilling #outdoorliving #metal #outdoors #backyardgrilling #outdoorgrilling #blacksmithclass #madebyhand #handmade #outdoorstoves #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife #outdoors #outdoorcooking #metaltools #metalfab #metalworktips

One way to line up hole centers for enlargement with an Annular cutter is to use a transfer punch. Here a universal transfer punch is display along with a transfer punch set. - - - - - - - - The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA. Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally. The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel’s Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic’s Drain the Oceans S3E7. We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com Thanks for checking out our page! #blacksmithing #forging #forge #blacksmith #handforged #handforging #blacksmithshop #smithy #forged #madeinusa #metalwork #forgedandfabbed #fabrication #tiktok #metal #outdoors #backyardgrilling #outdoorgrilling #blacksmithclass #madebyhand #handmade #veteran #forgedinfire #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife #centered #metaltools #metalfab #metalworktips

- - - - - - - - The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA. Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally. The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel's Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic's Drain the Oceans S3E7. We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com Thanks for checking out our page! #blacksmithing #forging #forge #blacksmith #handforged #handforging #blacksmithshop #smithy #forged #madeinusa #metalwork #forgedandfabbed #fabrication #tiktok #metal #outdoors #backyardgrilling #outdoorgrilling #blacksmithclass #madebyhand #handmade #anvil #forgedinfire #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife #anvillift #metaltools #metalfab #metalworktips

Huge shout out to Crooked Path Forge for sending me his book! Head over his page and get you a copy! Thank you Jordan! - to purchase a copy head over to : http://crookedpathforge.org/ - - - - - - #blacksmithing #forging #forge #blacksmith #handforged #handforging #blacksmithshop #smithy #forged #madeinusa #metalwork #forgedandfabbed #fabrication #viking #tiktok #metal #outdoors #backyardgrilling #outdoorgrilling #blacksmithclass #madebyhand #handmade #homestead #diy #homesteading #homesteadlife #learning #metaltools #metalfab #metalworktips

What is it? - - - - - - - - - The Village Blacksmith provides high-quality metal work from their shop in Gloucester, VA. Here, we display many forms of metal work from blacksmithing and forging to welding and fabrication of both functional metal work and metal art. We have taught well over 1,000 students the craft and art of blacksmithing at our Forge and have shipped products globally. The owner George has appeared on Discovery Channel's Master of Arms series (S1E7) As well as National Geographic's Drain the Oceans S3E7. We aim to be. A source of education and entertainment in metalwork , blacksmithing, welding, fabrication, design and building cool things. To learn more about our craft, classes, and products visit gloucesterblacksmith.com Thanks for checking out our page! #blacksmithing #forging #forge #blacksmith #handforged #handforging #blacksmithshop #smithy #forged #madeinusa #metalwork #forgedandfabbed #fabrication #tiktok #metal #outdoors #backyardgrilling #outdoorgrilling #blacksmithclass #madebyhand #handmade #veteran #forgedinfire #homestead #homesteading #homesteadlife #learning #metaltools #metalfab #metalworktips

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