[TheForge] 3D printers

[jerry Frost]

I don't know of a "blacksmith in Space" novel though blacksmiths are pretty
common in Sci Fi. Terry has a better list than I can recall off the top of
my head. IIRC most don't actually take place in space though. I think the
problem with astrosmithing (or would that be smithingnauts?) stories is
figuring stones in zero G. I can see the add in Craigsorbit now. For sale:
Buzz Lightyear 000lb. anvil, excellent condition. 186,288 Sollars plus
spaceshipping and handling.

Jer

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Subject: Re: [TheForge] 3D printers

A 3D printer will forever a precise, fussy and fragile machine requiring
precise feedstocks and clean power.
it'll be a wonderful tool when things are going well.
A blacksmith with minimal tools can function under very rough conditions
with old metal  scrap as feedstock, and still be working well after things
have gone to hell.
Both are desirable.
Frosty, where is the blacksmith in space novel?