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Welcome to JL Forge

Welcome to JL ForgeWelcome to JL ForgeWelcome to JL Forge

Welcome to JL Forge

Welcome to JL ForgeWelcome to JL ForgeWelcome to JL Forge

Forged in Fire

Jody competed on the History Channel's Competition Show Forged in Fire during Season 5 Episode 39, Irish Ring Hilted Sword. 

Jennifer competed on Forged in Fire during Season 7 Episode 32, Tomahawk & Bowie as well as returning to Season 8 Episode 14 on the first Second Chance Tournament.


After winning her first round, she went on to compete on Episode 16 for the finale where she built a beautiful Rams Head Pommel Flyssa that performed perfectly. She is now a Forged in Fire CHAMPION!

While they offer a variety of blade and steel types, they specialise in Damascus. 80CRV2 and 15n20 are combined to create unique versatile blades.

About Us

Forged Together 
Husband and Wife forging together

Forged Together

Jody, who is full time military & Jennifer, who is a master barber are the owners, operators, and artists of the forge. Located near the Kentucky River in Versailles, Kentucky, the bladesmith duo forge one of a kind knives that are not only functional but unique and versatile. From intricate hand forged Damascus/pattern welded designs to simple mono-steel blades, they use their skillset, experience, and attention to detail to make pieces that can be passed down from generation to generation.  

Swords

The Pen is Mightier than the Sword

Jody & Jennifer consistently research and study their craft. From learning from others,  to reading,  to experimenting on their own, they believe the only way to get better is to educate yourself daily and get out of your comfort zone often. 

Hand forging
blacksmith
bladesmith

Details Matter

Jennifer's (@lipstickblacksmith)  background as a professional barber provide her with the vision and patience required when designing a distinctive piece. 

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Damascus Straight Razors

Bourbon barrel oak

Hand peened copper pins

Comes with leather pouch

$275

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    JL Forge

    Versailles, Kentucky, United States

    Jlforge@jlforge.com Jody.lyddane@outlook.com Jenniferlyddane@gmail.com

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