April 24, 2026 Benchmark Abrasives

Skylar Bussard (Buzzsaw Blacksmithing)

Welcome to this week's #benchmarkspotlight (formerly the #weldershowcase) - we had the opportunity to sit down with Skylar from @buzzsawblacksmithing and talk a little shop.

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Name: Skylar Bussard

Business Name: Buzzsaw Blacksmithing

Location: Fort Campbell, KY

Socials: IG: @buzzsawblacksmithing

Specialties: Damascus knife, custom harley parts

Tell us about yourself - what inspired you to get into your trade? And how long?

I needed a good trade hobby, past family members were blacksmiths. I'm active duty in the army and I've been making knives for 6 years.

What keeps you motivated throughout the day?
Knowing the end result can be quite amazing, as well as reflecting on how far I've come in life.

What is your favorite shop tool and why?
That would be my coal press I finally got, that thing is a little workhorse.

What's your favorite piece that you've worked on?
A damascus pairing knife I made for my grandma back when all I had was a little forge, an anvil, and a will to learn.

If you could have any job as it relates to question 1 what would it be and what would you do with that?
Retire at 20 years from the military and just dedicate my time to offering blacksmithing classes for youth and veterans full-time.

What BA product is your favorite and why?

The carbide dremel bits and belts, if treated properly they last for a good time

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What BA product surprised you in terms of quality - what about it set it apart from the competition?

The flap discs are affordable for the life you get outta them.

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What tips and tricks do you have for us that might be different or eye opening for others to try with BA product?

The one stop shop they got it all

If there was one person you could collaborate with - who would it be and why?

Alec steele, that guy is a dawg in the shop an a brain of a mad scientist

Do you have any advice for the next generation that you wish you had when you first started?

You don't need all the fancy tools right off the rip, start small and have a willingness to fail but learn from it.

What are your future plans for your shop?

Just starting up on social media and offering free blacksmithing classes for parents with kids to build a bond outside of social norms and vets. Program is funded through T-Shirt sales and out of my pockets.