What do blacksmiths do?

Blacksmiths work with metal to create different kinds of tools and objects. Using a forge to heat and soften the metal, blacksmiths then use an anvil to hammer the material into the appropriate shapes. According to the National Careers Service, blacksmithing is a trade that been around for centuries. While factories and casting processes have taken over much of the work of traditional blacksmiths, a career as a blacksmith is still a necessary and rewarding path for people who enjoy working with their hands.