--- product_id: 1609023 title: "The Backyard Blacksmith" price: "HK$438" currency: HKD in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.hk/products/1609023-the-backyard-blacksmith store_origin: HK region: Hong Kong --- # The Backyard Blacksmith **Price:** HK$438 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Backyard Blacksmith - **How much does it cost?** HK$438 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hk](https://www.desertcart.hk/products/1609023-the-backyard-blacksmith) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Backyard Blacksmith [Sims, Lorelei] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Backyard Blacksmith Review: Happy to have this. - This used book is in excellent condition. It is a high-quality publication with very good illustrations and very useful information. I am well satisfied with this. Review: If you have an interest in blacksmithing, this is your book ! - Recently, I entertained the idea of learning to blacksmith. During my research into the subject, I came across some information that directed me to this title. This book covers everything from lighting a coal forge to a few, basic blacksmithing projects. The different types of tools and their uses are explained; mostly traditional tools (hammers, tongs, etc) but some modern tools and their uses are covered as well. There is a lot of information in this book and as a novice, I would consider this book a wonderful primer for anyone interested in the subject. The information it contains is easy to understand and the pictures help to reinforce the text. This book inspired me to give blacksmithing a try and I hope to be setting up my own "Backyard Blacksmith shop" in the near future. I've yet to pick up a blacksmith hammer and strike hot iron, but after reading the included instructions on the various smithing techniques, I feel like I could complete most of the exercises and perhaps a few of the easier projects this book contains. If you never pick up the hammer, I think you would still enjoy this book, as it gives great insight into the world, work and art of traditional blacksmithing. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #484,718 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #138 in Metal Work (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,965) | | Dimensions | 8.3 x 1 x 10.3 inches | | Edition | 7.2.2009 | | ISBN-10 | 0785825673 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0785825678 | | Item Weight | 2 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 174 pages | | Publication date | August 1, 2009 | | Publisher | Crestline Books | ## Images ![The Backyard Blacksmith - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41kvGRPrDsL.jpg) ![The Backyard Blacksmith - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41wkPmf28EL.jpg) ![The Backyard Blacksmith - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51nGMzclHTL.jpg) ![The Backyard Blacksmith - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51uhnEWWk9L.jpg) ![The Backyard Blacksmith - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91hn4k+YgSL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Happy to have this. *by L***. on November 29, 2025* This used book is in excellent condition. It is a high-quality publication with very good illustrations and very useful information. I am well satisfied with this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you have an interest in blacksmithing, this is your book ! *by T***N on October 18, 2011* Recently, I entertained the idea of learning to blacksmith. During my research into the subject, I came across some information that directed me to this title. This book covers everything from lighting a coal forge to a few, basic blacksmithing projects. The different types of tools and their uses are explained; mostly traditional tools (hammers, tongs, etc) but some modern tools and their uses are covered as well. There is a lot of information in this book and as a novice, I would consider this book a wonderful primer for anyone interested in the subject. The information it contains is easy to understand and the pictures help to reinforce the text. This book inspired me to give blacksmithing a try and I hope to be setting up my own "Backyard Blacksmith shop" in the near future. I've yet to pick up a blacksmith hammer and strike hot iron, but after reading the included instructions on the various smithing techniques, I feel like I could complete most of the exercises and perhaps a few of the easier projects this book contains. If you never pick up the hammer, I think you would still enjoy this book, as it gives great insight into the world, work and art of traditional blacksmithing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for beginners but don't expect a lot of technical information *by D***D on December 1, 2014* I have really enjoyed the book, but beware it is really only a supplemental reading and should not be taken as anything like a full course in blacksmithing. First of all, I really enjoy the depth that Lorelei does go into. Most basic terms are covered with a sentence or so worth of explanation and she does a good job assuming you know nothing and teaching you from the ground up. The projects in the back are also great practice for the skills that will help make you proficient with your tools. On the flip side of the coin, I sometimes get annoyed with the lack of explanation. I like to know why, and often times she leaves things with a simple once sentence explanation that tells you what to or not to do, but does not go into detail as to why its good or bad. Maybe a brief explanation is offered, don't burn the metal, you'll ruin it, but often times I'm looking for more. What is happening to the metal that is causing me to ruin it? Also, I'd have preferred projects a little more in the direction I want to take my blacksmithing. Basically, if you want to make garden accessories, dinner bells, that sort of thing, this is perfect, if your goal is knives, swords, armor and the like, then this is simply a good starting place to learn terms and basic techniques. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hk/products/1609023-the-backyard-blacksmith](https://www.desertcart.hk/products/1609023-the-backyard-blacksmith) --- *Product available on Desertcart Hong Kong* *Store origin: HK* *Last updated: 2026-05-22*