Blacksmithing with Noel Giles

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Noel Giles is set to demonstrate the fading craft of blacksmithing.  

He has a knack for creating decorative wrought iron work and cattle brands and is open to all requests to meet your requirements. 

A decade ago, Noel left his steel cutter profession and embarked on a journey, immersing himself in the mysterious craft of blacksmithing. 

Raised on a family cane farm in Mackay, north Queensland, Noel was always drawn to fire.  

His childhood fascination with vintage items, steam trains, and the aroma of burning coal was palpable.  

Noel operates under a basic tent fly to allow the forge smoke to disperse freely.  

The substantial anvil, the cornerstone of any smithy, is prominently positioned next to the traditional leg vice, swage block, beer-barrel quench bucket, and a variety of hammers, punches, cutting tools, and tongs designed to handle any form of steel. 

Read more about his story here >>> On the fire trail - Outback Magazine : R.M. Williams