BL_P01: Knife Forging 101

When
13 Apr 2023
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location
Nova Labs, (The Blacksmith Shop), 3850 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, VA
Spaces left
0

Registration

RSVP – $80.00

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DESCRIPTION: Students will learn how to hand forge knives. Topics include understanding blade steels,forging techniques and an introduction to heat treat.

Students will leave the class with:

● A small knife ready for heat treat and grinding.
● A copy of “Knife Engineering: Steel, Heat Treating, and Geometry” by Larrin Thomas

PRE-REQUISITES: Blacksmithing101. Age 16 and over. Any person aged 16 or 17 must have a parent remain on the premises in case of emergency.

SAFETY:

Must wear cotton or wool clothing – no synthetic materials.
Shoes must be made from leather or canvas; plastic-topped sneakers will not be allowed
Eye protection (goggles) are provided, but you may bring your own for the best fit.
Failure to wear appropriate clothing may result in being turned away from the class without a refund.

Email: support@nova-labs.org

Nova Labs, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), EIN 45-3796580