Track Your Progress to 99 Smithing
Smithing is expensive to max quickly, but Blast Furnace makes it highly rewarding. Cannonballs at 30 Smithing are a popular semi-AFK money-maker that many players run passively alongside other activities.
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Why train Smithing?
Smithing is required for Desert Treasure and unlocks cannonball production (30 Smithing) — one of OSRS's best passive income methods. Blast Furnace bar crafting provides both profit and XP, making it one of the most-used training methods.
Key Smithing Milestones
Set any of these as a goal in RuneGoals
Training Methods
Common ways to earn Smithing XP
Gold bars (Blast Furnace + Goldsmith gauntlets)
Fastest XP — expensive but extremely fast.
Steel bars (Blast Furnace)
Near break-even or profitable — very popular method.
Cannonballs (30+)
Slow XP but consistently profitable passive income.
Iron platebodies
Budget option — cheap but lower XP/hr than Blast Furnace.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does 99 Smithing take?
At gold bars in Blast Furnace (~350,000 XP/hr), 99 Smithing takes around 37 hours but costs significant GP. Steel bars at 130,000 XP/hr take around 100 hours and are near break-even.
Can Smithing be profitable?
Cannonballs at 30 Smithing give consistent passive income (150k–200k GP/hr). Steel bars at Blast Furnace are often near break-even. Gold bars are a net cost for the XP speed.
Can I track my Smithing goal without logging in?
Yes — RuneGoals tracks all OSRS skills including Smithing. Enter your username, set a target level, and watch progress update live. No login required.
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