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Blacksmith Class – Forge Your Own Knife, Throwing Axe, or War Hammer

Discover the thrill of forging your own Knife, Throwing Axe, or War Hammer. Learn the art of blacksmithing - Ottawa.

Products specifications

Price for	1 Participant
Where	Ottawa, Ontario

Blacksmith Class – Forge Your Own Knife / Throwing Axe / War Hammer

Experience certificate can be used towards any of these courses.

$250.00

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Experience what it is like to transform a piece of steel into a functional knife, thowing axe, or war hammer.

With hands-on guidance from a renowned blacksmith artist, you will hand forge metal using traditional or modern methods of forging and heat treating. The focus will be on basic blacksmithing skills with an additional focus on hammer control techniques, fine grinding, single bevel and burn tang handle design.

If you are looking to begin a new hobby or you have always wanted to try the art of blacksmithing, this is one of the best opportunities to get your hands a little dirty and forge your own beautiful work of art!

Knife forging:In this course you will learn how to forge a 9" knife to completion from raw bar stock. Learn all the steps in basic knife forging from general shaping to heat treating grinding and finishing.
Throwing Axe or War Hammer:Forge your own of 2lbs throwing axe or 2lbs Warhammer in this introduction to axe making course. You will focus on basic techniques upsetting, tapering, splitting, drifting, and sharpening. Handle included.

Where:

NEW LOCATION: McNeely Road, Ottawa, Ontario VIEW MAP

What’s included:

Discover the ancient and noble skill of blacksmithing.
Learn in a relaxed and fun environment with veteran blacksmithers.

When:

Available year-round with select dates each month for each class (subject to availability).

Duration:

Each class is 7-hours

Need to know:

Maximum number of participants per class is 6.
The minimum age to participate is 14 years.
Participants under 16 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Participants under 18 require a waiver signed by their legal guardian.
Steel toe shoes or boots are mandatory.
Full length cotton or wool pants and a long sleeve cotton or wool shirt are mandatory.
Rings, bracelets or necklaces cannot be worn during the class. Exception is for a medic alert item.
Students are to provide their own water and snacks. At least 1 litre of water is recommended.
Gloves, aprons and safety glasses will be provided.

Whether you are looking to begin a new hobby and to delve into your creative side or for a unique experience gift, this blacksmithing lesson is the way to go!

How To Book Your Experience