New guy... some beginning questions.

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I new here and know relatively nothing about the craft of making blades so I'm not even going to pretend I know what I'm talking about.

I've been carving knives and swords from wood for a little while and I think I'm finally ready to move up to the next level. I think I'm going to start with a small blade made out of a light metal, aluminum? Should I make some blanks and go from there? I want to heat it up in a furnace, and hammer it out. I think there is a special term for that but it escapes me. How hot should I let the metal get before I hammer it, Melting or just red? What type of hammer would be best, ball or flat? How many ounces? I think that all I need to know right now.
Sorry for the stupidity of this post but I figured I had to do it some time.

Thanks for any help,
FOX
 
A good next step might be to try a knife kit. Gives you a feel for finishing and you can personalize it as well.
 
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