My name is Cory Nevitt and I’m an ornamental blacksmith that lives just a little ways outside of Menlo Iowa. I have 14+ years’ experience in blacksmithing and metalworking. I try to focus my work on both contemporary and 18th/19th century styles of ironwork. I use a traditional coal forge and very little power tools, but the ones I use mostly are over 100+ years old and have plenty of history; I also enjoy using the traditional blacksmithing methods such as punching and drifting rather than drilling depending on the work. Nothing leaves my shop looking half assed. Every product I sell is always made right the first time. The passion I have for making new things is definitely shown throughout my work. I am here to prove that even in the 21st century there’s still a use for blacksmith’s. The need for a blacksmith isn’t like it was 100 years ago, but if you want something built to stand out from your neighbors or need something restored correctly for ironwork, a blacksmith is what you need. I would like to add also I’m not the fastest person when it comes to getting work out, but I do take pride in quality over quantity. The world we live into is extremely fast paced, but with my work I slow it down to ensure you’re left with a product you’ll be happy with for the rest of your life.