Hello everyone, RSorder here! In today's guide, we'll be delving into the intricate world of Smithing skills, offering a revamped 1-99 guide to help you navigate this somewhat outdated but essential skill. Whether you're an Ironman crafting your gear or a seasoned adventurer seeking profit or a quick 99, this guide has got you covered. So, let's jump into the molten fires of the Old School RS furnace and master the art of Smithing.

Quests for Smithing Experience:

Smithing, being one of the older skills in OSRS, has received only a few updates over the years. However, certain quests can significantly boost your early game experience. The following quests provide Smithing experience, though some may have level requirements:

1. Knight's Sword: This quest swiftly propels you from levels 1 to 29, requiring just around 20 minutes of your time.

2. Tourist Trap: For a decently profitable item, the darts, completing this quest are recommended for the 1-99 Agility guide.

3. Elemental Workshop 1 & 2: These quests in Seers' Village will get you to a healthy level 38, opening the doors to further Smithing adventures.

4. The Giant Dwarf: While this quest takes you only to level 39, it unlocks access to the blast furnace in the Dwarven city of Keldagrim, a crucial location for efficient Smithing.

5. The Sleeping Giant: This recently released quest introduces the Giant's Foundry, a new Smithing training method that we'll explore in detail later.

Essential Items for Smithing:

Before we dive into training methods, let's ensure you're equipped with the necessary items to enhance your Smithing journey:

1. Ice Gloves: Obtain these during the Hero's Quest, crucial for efficient operation at the blast furnace and the Giant's Foundry.

2. Goldsmith Gauntlets: After the Family Crest quest, take your steel gauntlets to Oziach in Al Kharid to upgrade them. This will significantly boost the experience gained when smelting gold bars.

3. Ammo Mould: Acquired after the Dwarf Cannon quest, essential for crafting cannonballs.

4. Coal Bag: Obtainable from the Motherlode Mine, allows you to store coal and maximize your trips when using it for various Smithing activities.

5. Giant's Foundry Outfit - The Smith's Uniform: This outfit, earned through the Giant's Foundry, allows you to smith OSRS items one tick faster, saving valuable time in the long run.

6. Ice Mountain Mole: A wearable hammer obtained from the Ruins of Camdoza, providing a slight time-saving luxury.

Training Methods:

Now that you're geared up, let's explore various training methods based on your level and goals:

1. Gold Bars at Blast Furnace (Level 40+): With Ice Gloves and Goldsmith Gauntlets equipped, smelt gold bars at the blast furnace for an efficient and profitable method, providing up to 360k XP per hour.

2. Blast Furnace for Bars (Level 40+): Turn iron, steel, mithril, adamant, or rune bars into items at the blast furnace. This method is profitable due to the reduced coal consumption.

3. Gold Bars at Regular Furnace (Level 40+): A more AFK alternative to the blast furnace, smelt gold bars with Goldsmith Gauntlets equipped. While less profitable, it allows for longer AFK periods.

4. Dart Tips (Level 40+): Turn metal bars into dart tips after completing the Tourist Trap quest. AFK offers decent profit, ranging from 10k to 55k XP per hour.

Alternative Methods:

For those seeking alternative methods, consider the following:

1. Giant's Foundry (Level 40+): A more click-intensive method introduced with The Sleeping Giant quest. Check out a detailed guide for an engaging and budget-friendly training option.

2. Cannonballs (Level 40+): Smithing cannonballs offer a highly AFK activity, albeit with lower XP rates. It remains somewhat profitable and is excellent for multitasking.

3. Automatic Plate Bodies (Level 88+): An AFK method at the blast furnace, turning adamant bars into plate bodies. While not as profitable, it provides a more relaxed training experience.

Money-Intensive Training (Level 40+):

For those willing to spend money for faster skill training, here are two options:

1. Gold Bars (Level 40-99): Continuously smelt gold bars at the blast furnace for fast XP gains. While costly, the returns make it worth considering.

2. Blast Furnace for Profit (Level 40-99): Focus on turning bars into items for profit while still gaining decent XP. This method allows you to accumulate wealth while training Smithing.

Conclusion:

Congratulations! You've now mastered the art of Smithing in Old School RuneScape. Whether you're looking for a profitable venture, a quick 99, or a more relaxed training experience, this guide has provided you with a comprehensive roadmap. Choose the path that suits your playstyle, and may your anvils ring with the sound of success in Gielinor. Until next time, happy smithing!