Blacksmithing slitting is a fundamental technique involving the creation of splits in heated metal using specialized tools.
It's crucial for shaping and joining metal, and is often used in conjunction with drifting to create holes.
Slitting involves cutting or splitting metal, often lengthwise, using tools like a slitting chisel or cut-off hardy.
Slotting, a related process, creates elongated holes using a slot punch and drift, enabling the creation of larger holes than traditional punching allows
