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The Anvil Effect

Forging strength and healing for veterans through bladesmithing workshops

Our Mission

Helping veterans heal through bladesmithing and forging workshops.

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Moments from our forging workshops

Forging Hope

Veterans crafting strength through bladesmithing.

Healing Workshops

Hands-on forging sessions where veterans find calm and confidence, shaping metal and their futures.

Community Strength

Building bonds through shared craft, supporting each other beyond the workshop walls.

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Forging here helped me find peace and strength I never thought possible.

Jake M.

A veteran focused intently on shaping a glowing blade in the workshop.
A veteran focused intently on shaping a glowing blade in the workshop.

The Anvil Effect gave me a new purpose through every hammer strike.

Lena K.

Close-up of hands skillfully forging a knife on an anvil with sparks flying.
Close-up of hands skillfully forging a knife on an anvil with sparks flying.
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anvileffect@gmail.com

(412)980-4706

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