Is blacksmithing the same as ironsmithing?

Question

Is blacksmithing the same as ironsmithing?

Answer 1

Yes, the free online dictionary says so.

Answer 2

Yup, they're the same. There were also Coppersmiths. And a Whitesmith was someone who worked with metals like tin and lead. There were many occupation, or trade names, as last names. Smith was one, and Wright was another. As with Wheelwright, or Woodwright. These indicate working with wood.