BlackBearForge

Black Bear Forge

Beulah, Colorado On Etsy since 2011

1,064 Sales | 5 out of 5 stars

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BlackBearForge

Black Bear Forge

Beulah, Colorado | 1,064 Sales

5 out of 5 stars

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About BlackBearForge

Sales 1,064
On Etsy since 2011
  • the coal forge
  • 300 pound anvil
  • The current temporary shop in winter
  • Inside the old shop
  • a forged iron rose

We are a small family run blacksmith shop in Beulah, Colorado

When I started blacksmithing in 1987 it was with the idea of making my own traditional woodworking tools. Since then I have found that most of my work has been for the mountain man rendezvous crowd. My true love in the shop is still the creation of unique, high quality one of a kind tools and custom hardware items.

Besides blacksmithing my wife, Janet and I are involved in a long term log home building project. The new shop will be just a short walk from the house. This is all in addition to my full time job as a firefighter for the city of Aurora, Colorado.

Shop members

  • John Switzer

    Owner, Maker, Blacksmith

    I started blacksmithing in 1984 with the goal of making my own woodworking tools. Since then I have been specializing in items for reenactors and small hardware items. My goal is still the making of quality one of a kind tools

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Shop policies

Last updated on April 17, 2013
Thank you for visiting Black Bear Forge. We look forward to helping you with your needs. If we don't currently have what your looking for, please ask. We are more than happy to look into your custom order

Accepted payment methods

Paypal Mastercard Visa American Express Discover Apple Pay Giftcard
Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
  • Money Order
  • Check
Returns and exchanges
We will offer a refund for any item that does not meet your expectations so long as it is returned in the same condition it was shipped in. However we would appreciate the oppertunity to replace or correct the item for you if possible.
Payment
We accept payment through PayPal using your credit card or PayPal account. We are happy to take a check or money order through the mail. When paying by check, please allow time for your check to clear prior to shipping.

For custom orders we require a minimum of 1/3 down with the balance due prior to shipping. Depending on the size of the order an intermeadiate payment may also be required as the work progresses.
Shipping
We are a small part time shop. Please allow 2 -3 days handling time for items that are in stock. Allow 1 - 2 weeks for mad eto order items. Large custom orders may take up to 6 - 8 weeks for completion.

Shipping is generally through USPS for smaller items and UPS for larger items.
Additional policies and FAQs
Running the blacksmith shop is a part time job for us. I have a full time job that takes me away from the shop for a day or two at a time. Please be patient and we will do our best to get your item out to you as soon as possible.