Finishes for ironwork - blacksmithing for beginners

Once you have completed your forging project, what will you do to protect and enhance the appearance? While my old stand by is Johnson's paste Wax, there are loads of other options out there.

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The following list provides just a few resources to help you find supplies and equipment for blacksmithing.
http://www.piehtoolco.com/
http://www.centaurforge.com/
https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/
http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/
https://www.oldworldanvils.com/
http://www.nimbaanvils.com/
http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/
https://www.abana.org/
http://www.mcmaster.com
https://kensironstore.com/

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