Blacksmithing: The Basics & Beyond
Course Overview
This course is an introduction to the basic skills of the blacksmith, including safety, fire control, tools, and equipment in both a classroom and "on the forge" setting. Student projects will be tailored toward individual skill levels. The class will begin with basic projects such as decorative nail-in hooks to learn hammer skills. More advanced projects such as basic tool making and decorative/ornamental work will be encountered as class progresses. On the first day, the class will use coal forges and the remainder of your time may be on either a coal or a gas forge. This course is tailored to meet your needs on the forge while ensuring consistent and quality work. You will leave with a higher skill level regardless of where you start. Materials fee includes the use of coal/gas for forgework and the cost of steel.
Dates
Course Details
Required Tools
You will need the following tools for this class:
- safety glasses
- ear protection
- leather gloves
- jeans
- cotton shirts (no nylon clothing)
- leather shoes
- clothing comfortable to be outdoors
Optional Tools
- steel punch
- steel chisels
- hack saw
- vice grips
- channel locks
- camera
- your favorite blacksmithing hammer (non claw types)
- good file for steel
- tongs or over-sized pliers
- 4.5" grinder
More Information
Once registered, students will receive a confirmation email with further class information. Please call us if you haven't received it within 24 hours.