Why am I called "The Naked Blacksmith"?

Throughout history blacksmiths have been depicted as working in various states of undress. Is it the element of danger, working so close to the fire that gives this romanticized aspect to blacksmithing? Or,.... is it just the fact that to stand the heat, one must be dressed, or should I say undressed, for the occasion? With that idea in mind, I try to work in the traditions of Vulcan and the ancient blacksmiths. Whenever weather permits and the fires are burning hot, I try to earn my nickname.