The Ironsmith Tower is located behind the church of the Sighisoara Monastery, and it had a major role in protecting the church in the event of a siege. It was built in 1631, and was also used to store weapons. In 1680, six rifles and antique weapons were found inside, in addition to three hundred pounds of Lead and three hundred pounds of gunpowder, which confirms the important position of this tower in providing protection for the church in particular.