Blacksmithing vs Instrument making
Blacksmithing and instrument making have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Blacksmithing | Instrument making |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 5 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Lively | Calm |
| To start | Free | $200 |
Choose blacksmithing if
- Cheaper to start
- More physical
- Means going out
Free to start, then about $80 a month.
Choose instrument making if
- Costs more to start
- Gentler on the body
- You can do it at home
About $200 to start, then about $40 a month.
What you'll need
- Blacksmithing: Blacksmithing Hammer, Tongs, Taster day Full cost breakdown
- Instrument making: About $200 to start, then about $40 a month. Full cost breakdown