CLASS OPTIONS
I offer stock removal classes $500 +GST to help you construct - dovetail bolsters- single guard- double guard-taper tang- flat grind- friction folder- hollow grind- double edge grind- asymmetrical double edge grind- acid greying-and sword making. These classes get progressively more challenging. Case making and sharpening included.
1/2 Damascus being offered .Stock removal to full Damascus is a big jump. 1/2 Damascus would use existing Damascus billet and teach acid etch ,full guard, narrow tang, as prep for full on fusion welding . 2 day class $700
I offer Damascus classes to help you forge weld and pattern billets with- layered steel- cable, chain (Saw or Roller)- nickel and powered steel- or Stainless Steel- These classes get progressively more challenging. After surface grinding, stock removal methods are used to finish blades.$900
Heat beat forging classes now available after stock removal mastery 2day $650
2023 Classes
Stock Removal. Dates , Call for the best date for you.More dates in future.Scouts, Guides,4 H,or other youth groups get 50% discount to promote knifizim and respect of knives
-Call 780-763-2214- for classes during week-or weekend
reduced number of students for now max 4 bring your own masks and hand sanitizer
Classes resuming
call for dates weekend or during week
call 780-763-2214 or cell 780-853-0237
Damascus for those who have done 1/2 Damascus
stock removal
March 2-3
18-19
April 15-16
29-30
call for other types of class
I teach year round more dates in future
heat and beat classes starting $650 must be proficent at stock removal
forge spring steel into knife call for details
1/2 Damascus 2 Day
bridges gap between stock removal and full Damascus
covers surface grind of existing Damascus billet , narrow tang lay out, heat treat, polish, acid etch,full guard make and fit, handle shape and fit,final assembly--A better transition prep for full Damascus ----- $700for intro class.---
call 780-853-0237 for dates that work for you
call for shop tour or knife sales pick up
Damascus $900 and sword making by request
We have room for RVs and tents rough camping outdoor toilet available
Basic Stock Removal is a subtractive process where you remove material from stock steel to create blades. This basic class will teach this method of knifemaking. Minimum 14 years of age. All under 18 must have guardian to sign and be present.
Stock removal $500 - 6 max students.
Starts 9:00 both days. Bring food/drink and safety gear for eye-nose-ear (I have lenders).
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Damascus. -
Damascus class allow 3 days at $900 You forge weld cable and layered Damascus. Finish a letter opener and a Damascus blade and have a cable billet to work on here or at home, If welds are good. We cover: compatible steels,prep for welding, flux, temperature control, welding with hand hammer, press, air hammer,rollermill, anealling, surfacing, grinding, filing sholders, heat treat with salt-polish-acid etch, make and fit guard, fit and finish handle, and many more details. Stock removal at my shop and 1/2 Damascus classes a prerequisite for full on Damascus classes.Max 4 students.