Like the charcoal iron of early man, puddled wrought iron was the steel of the industrial revolution. A wood grain appearance results in the refining process where silica is captured intermittently in the iron. Not manufactured currently, items forged from puddled wrought iron provide an added texture and appeal over mild steel. Handle detail shows a material twist that adds an extra element to the flow and shape. Bolt heads and hook are 150 year old forgings showing grain (in the curve of the hook) and the forge weld from wrapping material around round stock to make the bolt head. If you look closely you can see the weld in the corner.
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working with iron, copper, steel, bronze, and stainless steel, among others to create unique lighting, furniture and architectural works.
Garrett Hamill
For Rr Spike Letter OpenersI bought a Rr spike letter opener from this guy and man was i impressed when it arrived! it was bad a## and i love it!
Heidi Michael
For Branch RailingDarin was amazing to work with - so nice and accommodating and easy to communicate with. The branch railing he made for our staircase is gorgeous and a work of art. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend Darin and Hellgate Forge.
Jessica Wielitzka
For Train Lantern DisplayGreat experience! Good communication and a finished product that was exactly as imagined!
mike salguero
For mike's Custom Door Knocker, CM Sourced, Bulk OrderAs CEO of CustomMade, I am really impressed with the final product here.. Maker delivered these ahead of schedule, worked with me on coming up with a great design, and we are now talking about more bulk orders.. !
Jason Amell
For looking for a log stamping HammerHellgate is GREAT! They kept me up to date on each and every step of the process. This hammer looks exactly as I had imagined it. The handle is perfect length to get a good swing at the log and imprint the company's logo. I will suggest friends take a look at this company for any products they need created. Thank you again for the great work!
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