Forging an iron Scoop with turned wood handle

This forged iron scoop with the long turned handle was a special request from my wife to dish out bird seed. Sponsored by: Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d Use code "Blackbear10" for a discount on your next order 00:00 - Special request 00:36 - Material prep 01:45 - Forging the scoop 07:49 - The handle 14:18 - Finished project **** Links may include affiliate marketing links **** Blacksmith Supply https://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Use code "bear5" for a discount on your next order Precut blanks for forging available from: https://www.blacksmithingblanks.com use coupon code John at checkout. Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil and Tool http://www.stevefontaniniblacksmith.com/ Steve is back in the anvil business. My blacksmiths apron http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF Become a Patron -   / blackbearforge   Donate - https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge Shop - http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com Web site - http://www.blackbearforge.com Instagram -   / blackbearforge   FaceBook -  / john.blackbearforge   John Switzer channel -    / johnswitzer   Video equipment used in this video Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.