Rutherford County
Blacksmith Association

The Rutherford County Blacksmith Association (RCBA) preserves the art of blacksmithing through education, training, and community. RCBA also provides advanced workshops by renowned blacksmiths and is proud to be part of the Appalachian Area Chapter of Blacksmiths and ABANA. Every two years, we host the AACB Conference right here in Murfreesboro. Join us to learn, connect, and celebrate this timeless craft!

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There was never a good knife made of bad steel

– Ben Franklin

Skilled Blacksmiths

Blacksmiths not Bladesmiths

Great Location

In the heart of Murfreesboro

Education

Traditional Techniques

Registration for the Green Coal Program is open.

Want to Get Started in Blacksmithing or Joining RCBA? Find out more on the About Us page or you can Join by going to the Join/Renew page.

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Forging Class

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Sharpening Class

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Carving Class

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Classes
and Times
of Operation

Tuesday – Green Coal

5:30 pm – 09:00 pm

Thursday – Green Coal

5:30 pm – 09:00 pm

RCBA Monthly Business Meeting

2nd Monday of every month

What They Said About Bladeworks

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– Best Workshop

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Hobbyist

– Great Experience

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Edward Smith

Hobbyist

Our Forging Process

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Forge

Begin at (1800F-2000F) and reduce the heat as I get closer to shape.

Nomalize

Slow heat to 1475F-1525F, soak if necessary and fully quench in pre-heated quench specific oil.

Harden

The first cycle is a “snap temper” at 375F for 1 hour. Subsequent tempering is done at temperatures between 400F-500F depending on the desired hardness of the piece.

Temper

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