TLDW #23 - Replacing the Higuchi (tuyere) in the new forge

**WARNING: This is the longer process version intended for serious students of knifemaking. Installing/repairing the higuchi (tuyere) in a traditional brick construction Japanese swordsmith forge. The fire clay is a historical brasque recipe consisting of 6:2 charcoal powder/fines to natural clay, mixed with just enough water to stick together well. Tuyere is formed from the same clay, the forge must be allowed to dry fully before lighting or steam will crack the clay. More of the forge building project here: and more forge projects here:

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