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Beginners Guide to Forging Axes

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Beginner’s Guide to Forging Axes is a hands-on, inspiring introduction to the world of axe making. Written by full-time blacksmith and YouTuber Nils Ögren, this book is packed with practical advice, step-by-step instructions, and personal insights gained from years at the forge. Whether you’ve never swung a hammer before or have already started experimenting with blacksmithing, you’ll find clear guidance and encouragement to take your skills further.Inside, you’ll learn:How to choose and use the essential tools for axe forgingMultiple techniques for punching, drifting, folding, and forge welding axe eyesHow to laminate high-carbon steel edges using methods like the “taco” techniqueGrinding, heat treatment, sharpening, and handle fitting and sheath makingHow to forge three complete axe models with detailed walkthroughs: The Hudson Bay Axe, the Laminated Scandinavian Forest Axe, and an Asymmetrical Bearded AxeBonus projects including adzes, socketed axes, and axe repairsReal- world tips on making and selling your work—including a deep dive into social media, content creation, and building a blacksmithing business60+ minutes of video demonstrations, accessible via QR codes inside the book, showing key forging steps in action If you’ve ever dreamed of forging your own axe, this book will give you the spark—and the skills—to make it happen. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Nils Ögren


Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 14, 2025


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 145 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9153147960


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 61


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 18 years


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.35 x 9.25 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #174,474 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #62 in Metal Work (Books)


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Awesome Book!
Format: Paperback
EXCELLENT book for the novice axe-maker that I am! It's a clear, concise, step by step book written by an axe MASTER! If you'd like to expand your blacksmithing or bladesmithing, this is THE book to get you started!
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2025 by DashboardSaint
    • An expertly presented compilation of axe forging!!!
Format: Paperback
Review Image by James D. James D.
I've been following Nils Ögren on YouTube for several years and have been forging as a hobby for almost 11yrs... Probably about 8yrs ago I forged my own axe eye drift and attempted a couple miserable failures on hatchets so I set aside that aspiration for a while and pursued other blacksmithing works...well I finally gave it another go a few months ago, following along one of Nils' videos (my hatchet pictured). So when I found out that Nils took the time to put his expertise and talent to paper, I had to buy it. This book provides all of the essentials required for a competent beginner blacksmith to start their own journey of forging axes. The chapters are all very easily digestible and cover all the necessary topics like tools, methods, steel selection, and heat treatment. The text, (which is never too wordy), is perfectly complemented with excellent drawings and photographs and serves well to keep the reader engaged and ensure that all the points are clearly understood. Overall, the book is clear, concise and expertly compiled, avoiding pedantic explanations that could easily go deep in the weeds and cause more confusion than clarity. As Nils explains, this book will not hold your hand and guarantee that your first axe is perfect, you have to put in the hours and build the experience but this book will provide a solid foundation and helpful advice for facing inevitable mistakes. Happy reading! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2025 by James D. James D.
    • Recommended for aspiring axe blacksmiths!
Format: Paperback
Great book! I’m so happy! I love his YouTube channel as well.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2025 by Frederick Wetzel
    • Great book for beginners as well as seasoned smiths
Format: Paperback
Very well written, easy to read. Nils goes into a lot more than just axes, gives good advice to young smiths starting out, and an interesting overview of his own beginnings. I’m only half way through the book, but I can recommend it to anyone interested in forging, or axes.
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2025 by paul crosby
    • This is the book your looking for!
Format: Paperback
Review Image by Sara Toensing Sara Toensing
I have been a smith for years, and have always had an interest in making axes. However while there are books on knife and blacksmithing, there are almost no books on axe making, until now! This is exactly the book you are looking for if you want to learn how to make axes, and is the new standard on what all axe making books should be! Nils Ogren had also included helpful business information and QR codes to videos in the book for more information. It is an easy read packed with tons of useful information. I am looking forward to more books like this in the future! Nils is a true inspiration and an amazing teacher! He hit it out of the park with this book! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2025 by Sara Toensing Sara Toensing
    • Great for intermediate smiths
Format: Paperback
With limited knowledge on forge welding several style axes are very achievable. Very understandable thoughts and ideas for learning, with some tips for more accomplished smiths.
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2025 by Nancy Faulkenberry
    • Best axe smithing guide
Format: Paperback
The ultimate guide to beginning your journey or continuing your journey as a maker, creator, blacksmith, or axe smith. Written by one of the premier moder age makers, creators, blacksmith, and axe smith, Nils Õgren. It's an amazing resource for any blacksmith, blade smith, or axe smith.
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2025 by Ben
    • This is the book to purchase for hand forging axes!
Format: Paperback
Nils has created wonderful and very detailed instruction book. As you read you can see his passion and his skills come out of this book. Thank you Nils for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience!
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2025 by William P Cunha

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