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Metal Fabricator
Founded with the desire to preserve and pass on the knowledge, art, and skill of metal working, Iron Mountain is a metal workshop located in scenic Pigeon Forge. Operated by “Forged in Fire” fan favorite Robby Bowman, guests can try their hand at blacksmithing and iron forging.
Different from nearby tourist attractions, Iron Mountain offers a family entertainment experience that leaves visitors with a custom knife crafted under the careful supervision of an experienced blacksmith. With lessons on knife manufacturing, visitors can learn the forging process to create knives from nails, horseshoes, pony shoes, or railroad spikes. Appointments for lessons are required, and some have age requirements, so be sure to call the showroom to schedule your experience in advance.
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476 reviews
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- EHEvan Hacker6 days ago5.0It was very fun it’s really cool to watch h them make it and the people are super nice
- MAMelissa AdamsOct 27, 20255.0Was fun learning how to make a Horseshoe knifes
- SHStacy HamSep 16, 20255.0My guys had a great time crafting knives!
- LNLindsey NelsonSep 4, 20255.0We loved our experience at Iron Mountain in Pigeon. The employees were very helpful and the blacksmiths were patient with my 13 year old. My son got to create his own knife and take it home along with the sheath. If you have a son, (or daughter) take them to Iron Mountain Metal Craft for a one-of-a-kind experience!
- MDMegan Morreale DickersonAug 22, 20255.0I really feel like I need to take the time and write a review for Raymond, who we worked with. I’ve never seen or heard of the show. We came here on our son’s 14th birthday because we thought he’d enjoy an activity like this. He and my husband had considered the various knives ahead of time and each wanted to make the hardest one (not sure what it’s called.) When we got there, the woman working the desk strongly advised that my son, who is on the smaller side, not make that knife as even grown men often have to have the professional finish pounding it for them. I don’t fault her for this. She was trying to make sure my son didn’t end up disappointed. After going back and forth, my son decided he still wanted to try making this particular knife. He said that since it was the one he really wanted, if he couldn’t finish it, he would be ok with it. Raymond was aware of the situation and boy did he step up. He certainly didn’t have to. It was over a hundred degrees in that room and those men work hard all day. Nevertheless, he managed to coach my son in such a way verbally that he was able to complete the task himself. It was obvious that Raymond wanted our son to successfully complete it just as much as we did. We were all so proud of him and he was proud of himself. What was touching was that before his knife was handed over, Raymond held it out to him for an extra second and looked him hard in the eye, saying that he wanted him to always look at his knife and remember he accomplished something at 14 that many grown men can’t do. It was special and I know my son will remember that forever. The lesson will go far beyond this. It really made his 14th birthday one for the books. Please pass our gratitude on. Thank you so much Raymond !!!!