by Knight Trainees

 

  • A blacksmith's hammer and anvil at Mt. Vernon Estate and Gardens.
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    A blacksmith's hammer and anvil at Mt. Vernon Estate and Gardens.
  • Blacksmith Eric Zieg and his assistant Nicholas Kimbell.
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    Blacksmith Eric Zieg and his assistant Nicholas Kimbell.
  • Zieg stokes the fire using a large handmade bellows.
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    Zieg stokes the fire using a large handmade bellows.
  • In April, Zieg became Mt. Vernon's first blacksmith since 1799.
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    In April, Zieg became Mt. Vernon's first blacksmith since 1799.
  • Zieg heats the steel until it becomes malleable.
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    Zieg heats the steel until it becomes malleable.
  • He then hammers it into shape.
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    He then hammers it into shape.
  • Sparks fly as Zieg hammers the steel. He's making a scythe.
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    Sparks fly as Zieg hammers the steel. He's making a scythe.
  • Children enjoy the spectacle.
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    Children enjoy the spectacle.
  • Many of the tools made here are used on the estate.
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    Many of the tools made here are used on the estate.
  • Zieg shows off his trademark.
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    Zieg shows off his trademark.
  • The blacksmith and his assistant enjoy a smoke before lunch.
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    The blacksmith and his assistant enjoy a smoke before lunch.

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