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My Journey

Father's Day 2021: This is where my blacksmithing journey began. On this day, my beautiful wife surprised me by signing me up for a Green Coal class at my local forge. I was hooked from day one and have been passionately honing my craft since.

RCBA and AACB

As a member of the Rutherford County Blacksmiths Association and the Appalachian Area Chapter of Blacksmiths, I've had the privilege of continuing my blacksmithing journey. From local demos, instructing Green Coal students, and even holding multiple officer positions for RCBA, my knowledge and understanding, as well as how much I still don't know about the art, have continued to grow and thrive. Through RCBA, I learned the basics of blacksmithing through the 13 fundamental skills projects of our Green Coal program. It is upon these skills that I continue to expand, experiment and explore this amazing craft.

Journey to Present

Finding my identity as a blacksmith has been an exciting journey and has taken on my names and forms. I started out with a couple of Viking themes, due to my love of the imagery of strong bearded warriors and the beautiful weapons they made. Slowly though my inspirations began to model my faith and so Chi Rho Ironworks was born. My style had always been a blend of blade work and wearables with a few traditional items thrown in, but more and more I find myself making items that reflect my faith in Jesus Christ. From crosses to crowns to even some swords and armor with period influences, I have so many ideas and designs that I can’t wait to complete and share.

Customer Reviews

Hear what others say about Chi Rho Ironworks.

Amazing craftsmanship with an antique and manly aesthetic! Very excited to give to my husband for his birthday. Thanks again for the prompt shipping!

Natalie
A blacksmith's forge with tools hanging in the foreground, glowing coals in a hearth, and a person's hand tending to the fire. The setting appears rustic and workshop-like, with a focus on the traditional craft of metalworking.
A blacksmith's forge with tools hanging in the foreground, glowing coals in a hearth, and a person's hand tending to the fire. The setting appears rustic and workshop-like, with a focus on the traditional craft of metalworking.

Mjolnir Thors Hammer pendant necklace was received in excellent condition and delivery was very fast. I love this necklace. This pendant is exactly how Thors Hammer would look like in the real world, and not like the fancy Thors Hammer jewelry that is manufactured by corporate America for the general public. Great job, for giving me some hope for this world. Thanks again and I will be purchasing from you again.

A rustic and dimly lit blacksmith's workshop with stone walls and a variety of blacksmithing tools. The space includes an anvil, a forge, several hammers, and tongs. Old wagon wheel and chains are also present, adding to the historical ambiance.
A rustic and dimly lit blacksmith's workshop with stone walls and a variety of blacksmithing tools. The space includes an anvil, a forge, several hammers, and tongs. Old wagon wheel and chains are also present, adding to the historical ambiance.
Paul

East Coast, United States

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