In this one day class you will be guided through the process of forging a knife, commonly known as a Viking, or Blacksmith's knife:
Walking you the process, with each step demonstrated live by our instructor, you will learn the skills and techniques necessary to produce a stunning item. This is a one piece item, with an integrated steel handle, as can be seen from the pictures.
The agenda for the day will look like this:
Morning
- Introduction, guide to forge safety, PPE, and use of a gas forge
- Viking knife - drawing out the handle
- Forging the blade to shape
Afternoon
- Profiling the blade
- Shaping the handle
- Heat treating (incl. normalising & hardening)
- Blade finishing, grinding and sharpening.
No prior experience is necessary, and is ideal as a "first step" into bladesmithing.
At the end of the day you will go home with a fully finished and sharp knife that you have made yourself.
Should this course be a gift, you have the option of having a designed gift voucher sent to pass to the selected recipient. Just select the "Flexible Date - Gift Voucher" option. Gift vouchers are valid for nine months from date of purchase.
Timings / Admin
- The course day will typically begin at 1000, and run until approximately 1600.
- Safety equipment is provided, but please ensure that you wear non-flammable clothing and sturdy shoes (preferably leather).
- Tea / Coffee / Biscuits will be provided. There are many local shops/cafes nearby for lunch.
- Please note, due to space and safety issues, spectators are not permitted on these courses.