Blacksmithing: The Hand Forged Axe & Hatchet 2026
One of the most versatile and indispensable tools, a hand-forged ax or hatchet can last for generations and be used for countless tasks, everywhere from camping to survival to a homestead tool. In this 2-day hands – on workshop, students can explore different designs and approaches to creating their own custom-forged hatchet or axe. They […]
The Hand-Forged Knife – 4 Day Introduction To Bladesmithing Course
This is a 4-day introduction course that will teach students how to make two different blades, using salvaged materials from leaf springs, roller bearings and other qualified steel pieces to make blades. About the Class: This 4-day course is designed to serve as a basic, hands-on introduction to the craft of blade-smithing. Instruction will include […]
The Hand-Forged Knife: Intro to Bladesmithing – May 2021
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Bladesmithing: Hand Forging the Fighting-Foraging-Fieldcrafting Blade – SOLD OUT
This focused 2-day class will allow students a chance to design, forge and complete a versatile blade suitable either for harvesting plants or animals on the homestead, or even as a fighting blade. Examples of the harvest blades that we will focus on include a boning knife or a paring knife … and for those […]
Bladesmithing – Forging Harvest Blades
This focused 2-day class will allow students a chance to design, forge and complete a blade suitable either for harvesting either plants or animals on the homestead. Examples of the harvest blades we’ll focus on include a boning knife or a paring knife … and for those who do wildcrafting, gardening or working in an […]
Forging Primitive Homestead Tools
aka our popular class, The Blacksmith’s Primitive Toolbox, with emphasis on blades or tools most commonly needed for homesteading. Whether you have an urban backyard homestead, or have made the decision to live off-grid and on your own country homestead; tools are a critical part of your daily life. Also, in a post-disaster situation, tools […]
Off-Grid Blacksmithing Part 2 (The Solo Forge)
Contingency Blacksmithing 2 (Off-Grid Blacksmithing) In an environment where supplies and tools are not readily available, having the know-how to create your own forge, the experience to make your own tools or weapons, and confidence to know that you can do it on your own can make a life or death difference to you as […]
Off-Grid Blacksmithing Part 1 (Group Forging)
Contingency Blacksmithing 1 (Off-Grid Blacksmithing) In an environment where supplies and tools are not readily available, knowing how to construct your own contingency forge and salvage good steel for making everything you need, is an invaluable asset. Students will learn how to distinguish high carbon vs. mild steel, get hands-on experience in gathering and […]
Smithcraft: An Introduction to Forging Technique (April 2015)
This course serves as an introduction to basic primitive black-smithing techniques. This is an intro level class with no prior experience necessary; however it is also an excellent way to refine technique, correct bad habits, get in needed ‘dirt time’ or the change the way you move with metal. Students will learn: *the proper use […]
The Hand-Forged Battle Axe or Hatchet – March 2015
One of the most versatile and indispensable tools, a hand-forged ax or hatchet can last for years and be used for countless tasks, everywhere from camping to survival to a homestead tool. This unique class will also discuss aspects of edged weapons historically and culturally. In this 2-day workshop, students can explore different designs and […]