Blaser Schmiede & Metallbau AG

Blacksmith Blaser Bellach for four generationsIn 1901, Gottfried Blaser-Müller, who had moved from Langenthal to Bellach, took over the blacksmith's shop in Bellach.Gottfried Blaser-Müller still practised his trade in the traditional way as a blacksmith for hooves and wagons.The blacksmith was still a partner of the farmer and forged the fittings and tires for the farm wagons. These times were superseded by the modernization of agriculture.His successor, the eldest son Gottfried Blaser-Schären, adapted to the changed economic situation. Not only the workshop, but also the clientele changed.In 1962, Heinz Blaser followed in his father's footsteps. The anvil and forge were joined by new modern equipment and machines.Fans replaced the outdated bellows and the heavy leather apron rested on a hook. Much has changed in the forge, which was built in 1791.Heinz Blaser has managed to carefully and continuously adapt his business to the modern age without depriving his craft of its nostalgic originality.On January 1, 1998, Markus Blaser took over the reins of the forge in the fourth generation.In keeping with family tradition, Markus Blaser also trained as a farrier and vehicle smith, but also completed an additional apprenticeship in metal construction.

On March 13, 2019, we sadly had to say goodbye forever

to say goodbye to Heinz Blaser.

Heinz or "dr Senior"

was at the forge every day until the end

in the blacksmith's shop, where he used the construction tools

despite his advanced age, he still

forged them. He took great pleasure in it

to support our apprentices at the forge

and giving them tips.

Today, two workers are employed in the forge and two apprentices are being trained.After 20 years as a sole proprietorship, Markus Blaser Schmiede - Schlosserei - Metallbau has changed its legal form. We are now a public limited company:Blaser Schmiede & Metallbau AG.