Integral knife design is a process in which the knife blade, bolster and tang are forged out of one piece of steel. Add a nice handle and you have a beautiful and extremely durable knife. Students should be able to make their own finished knife to take home. Instructor will be Shawn Ellis Register
This course of folder construction deals with the Slip Joint technique. The relationship of design, fit, finish, and component parts will be covered in great detail. Students should complete one folder by the end of the 40 hour class. Class will be held (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm) Instructor: Steve Culver
Includes detailed information on handles, both full-tang and narrow tang, guards, butt caps, decorative file work, spiral dagger handles, silver inlay work, finished blades, etc. **You will need to bring One full tang blade ready for fitting. We will supply a hidden tang blade, and if time allows you can work on one in the […]
The Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing course at the Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing is a combination of both the online introduction course and the in-person introduction course. Built on curriculum designed by Bill Moran, the father of modern Damascus Steel and the founder of the first bladesmithing school, this course includes lecture and hands-on work […]
This 2-week course includes lecture and hands-on work and is designed for anyone interested in making quality hand-forged blades. Metal selection, function, and different blade designs will be discussed. Hammer forging to shape, annealing, heat treating, grinding, and tempering will be taught. These semi-finished blades will be tested for their cutting ability, edge holding, hardness […]
The opportunity to advance your skills in the areas of knifemaking. Students will receive feedback and guidance in the practices of forging, grinding, damascus, etc. Instructor: Steve Culvert
Includes detailed information on handles, both full-tang and narrow tang, guards, butt caps, decorative file work, spiral dagger handles, silver inlay work, finished blades, etc. **You will need to bring One full tang blade ready for fitting. We will supply a hidden tang blade, and if time allows you can work on one in the […]