Derek Heidemann Forges a Wing Nut at NESM

In this video we see Derek Heidemann forge a wing nut from a piece of 1/2in square bar steel. Starting from raw materials and bring it to a fully functioning piece of hardware. Derek Heidemann is a very talented blacksmith that works at the old Sturbridge Village, a living history museum that recreates life in New England from the 1790’s to the 1830’s. Dereck is a regular guest instructor at The New England School of Metalwork in Auburn ME. The School offers many classes in both Blacksmithing and Bladesmithing. If you are interested in getting some education in the craft or further developing your skills visit Make sure to subscribe to the youtube channel for more blacksmithing videos