Favoring traditional blacksmithing techniques, we work primarily by hand with modern mild steel. This type of work is commonly referred to as wrought iron; however, wrought iron more correctly describes a softer type of iron used over a hundred years ago. Real wrought iron however is no longer manufactured in any quantity.  In most cases the use of mild steel results in a higher-quality, longer-lasting product.

While we offer "stock" items this simply means they are a standard pattern that we reproduce for a set price.  It does not imply that the items are in stock and ready to ship.  All of our work is made to order and is not sitting on a shelf in a warehouse.  This means that your items will take longer to reach you but you will be getting a one-of-a-kind item.

Call or email us to discuss your special project or if you have any questions about blacksmithing in general. We welcome the opportunity to help.

We have been able to keep our prices down for many years.  However we are now at the point with increased material, fuel and shipping cost that we must raise prices.  Overhead has become high enough that our current prices result in a lower income than most unskilled labor working at a fast food place.  We are sorry to have to raise prices, but it is the only way we can afford to continue to provide quality iron work to our customers.

John Switzer Janet Rivera Switzer