Why use the hand forging process? Hand forging is not just a process used to make products from the post. ... As well as that, hand forgings have other benefits including its superior grain flow and refining of the steels internal structure. This comes from bending and working whilst the metal is hot.

What is the purpose of forging?

The use of forging is due to its ability to produce parts with exceptional mechanical properties with limited waste. The purpose of the process is to deform metals to a desired geometry, which gives the metal fatigue resistance and strength.

What is a hand forging?

Hand forging — (See also Open Die Forging) (1) A forging made by hand on an anvil or under a power hammer without dies containing an exact finishing impression of the part. ... (2) A forging worked between flat or simply shaped dies by repeated strokes and manipulation of the piece.