From Lotro-Wiki.com

At the Apprentice, Journeyman, and Expert tier level, a Metalsmith uses a Smithing Hammer with a Workbench to fashion various metal ingots into Heavy Armour and Shields.

At the Artisan and Master tier level, a Metalsmith uses a Smithing Hammer with a Superior Workbench to fashion various metal ingots into Intricate Heavy Armour and Shields.

To view what materials are needed for metalsmith recipes, check out these Components.

Recipe Index

A complete list of recipe indexes by tier

• Metalsmith Apprentice Recipe Index
• Metalsmith Journeyman Recipe Index
• Metalsmith Expert Recipe Index
• Metalsmith Artisan Recipe Index
• Metalsmith Master Recipe Index

Recipe Category

A complete list of recipes listed alphabetically

• All Recipes
• Metalsmith Recipes