How To: Apollo Forge Build

In this instructional video, we'll show you step-by-step how to build your own Apollo Forge. Whether you're a knife maker, blacksmith, or simply enjoy working with tools, this DIY project is a great way to learn a new skill and create a tool that will last you for years to come.

From assembling the necessary materials and tools to constructing the forge body and adding the finishing touches, we'll guide you through the entire process. Our clear and concise instructions make it easy for even beginners to follow along.

Join us as we share our passion for crafting with fire and metal, and learn how to build a forge that is both practical and beautiful. With this new addition to your workshop, you'll be able to take your metalworking skills to the next level and create incredible pieces that you'll be proud to show off.

So grab your safety gear, gather your tools, and let's get started on building the Apollo Forge together!

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[RedBeardOps]

Holy cow Brian... this is a phenomenal piece of work / engineering.

[jasonvliet-odonataknifeworks]

Just a thought, since you already have the solenoid in place, for about another $100 in parts, you can make it temperature controlled. I built a PID controller with a thermocouple that maintains the temperature in my forge within 10 to 15 degrees. It works great for heat treating. If you’re interested, I can send you some information on the build. It’s pretty straightforward.

[jasonvliet-odonataknifeworks]

Definitely has to be the most well thought out, versatile, functional forge on the planet. Not to mention, good looking. Well done sir! Bravo!

[OldHickoryForge]

Awesome kit man. You're doing so many great things for the blacksmith community. 💪🏻 keep up the great work!

[richyearle]

The most informative build on ribbon burners i have seen.. Fantastic stuff..

[Stillpoint]

Love that Sawzall trick! Total hillbilly ingenuity

[davidscadlock]

Thank you for your detailed presentation and all you are doing for the blacksmith & bladesmith community!! Great design!

[daviddroescher]

Good explanation of the "what's and why for" . Instead of the typical just do it this way I have my reasons.

[JohnJohnningJohnson]

Myyyy man. That's a nice forge this is giving me some great ideas! Thanks for posting this video very educational.

[georgeyoung]

This is a brilliant kit. I have been looking into buying one. But now that I have seen this, I'm going to build one.

[Levnyan]

15:17 I'd call it a chisel as well. We used them sometimes to shear rivets when other methods failed on aircraft

[jamesball]

Definitely like the design, wild enough I use the same fan but for my coal forge

[brettthompson]

And yet another excellent video, Brian! Thank you very much!

[Athooper]

Placed my preorder yesterday!! Cannot wait to have it. Been using a Mr. Volcano for the last 8 months. I’m ready to step up and am thrilled to not have to mess with a ton of refractory!

[GaryBoardwine]

The entire forge is a, great design Brian!! Love the kao sheet, and soft bricks, much more durable than ceramic blanket, the ribbon burner is on point, and the refractory is a great chioce also, the fabricator in me woukd prob tack the corners of the door to prevent distortion over a long period of time, but im sure as is will be just fine, i have your revolution gen 2, im ready for a few upgrades like your surface grinder atachnent and newer gen flat platen, keep driving on bud, you have come a long way and are doing great things for us in the trade, thanks for all you do

[Batti]

Your build videos are works of art! You do such a good job of explaining and showing everything! I have much admiration for the effort you put into design to make these kits the best. Love my Revolution grinder!!!

[davidscadlock]

Just rewatched!! Great design and run thru of the build!!!

[gearscodeandfire]

You freakin rule 🤘
Not sure how the algorithm is only suggesting this now, but bravo

[joewhitney]

Great video, great project, design and build.
Thanks for sharing.

[Beaches_south_of_L.A.]

You're a great instructor. This was a excellently produced video and quite enjoyable to watch.