Smithing Perks Overhaul

skyrim — Mods & Enhancements

Smithing Perks Overhaul reworks Skyrim's Smithing perk system so every armor and weapon material keyword is linked to a perk, allowing double improvement of all gear with the right perks. A classic fix for a poorly-designed system, with 13,741 endorsements and 320,484 downloads.

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Downloads: 320,484 | Endorsements: 13,741

💡 Notes

By Headbomb | v1.11 | 13,741 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Make sure to load this mod after any other mods that alter S

Make sure to load this mod after any other mods that alter Smithing perks to avoid conflicts.

If you're using the Skyrim Special Edition, check if a compa

If you're using the Skyrim Special Edition, check if a compatible version exists or use a mod manager to convert.

Consider pairing with a perk respec mod to redistribute your

Consider pairing with a perk respec mod to redistribute your perk points after installing.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Huge community trust: 13,741 endorsements and 320k downloads
Directly addresses a core design flaw in vanilla Smithing
Simple concept with broad impact on gameplay

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2012 — may have compatibility issues with current Skyrim versions or other mods
No detailed installation instructions or compatibility notes provided
Requires starting a new game or respec to see full effect? (not specified, but typical for perk overhauls)

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