Forge a Hammer Blacksmithing: Level 2
During this 2 day course you will learn how to forge some of the most important blacksmith’s tools: a forging hammer, punches and chisels. You will have the option of forging a rounding hammer or a cross peen hammer.
During this course, you will develop an understanding of basic metallurgy as it applies to the heat treating processes of normalizing, annealing, hardening and tempering. These processes apply not only to hammer making, but to all tool making in general. We’ll also show you how to properly dress the working edges and faces of your tools. Some of the techniques involved will be slitting, drifting, and striking with a sledge hammer.
Prerequisite:
This course is designed for individuals who have some previous but not extensive forging experience, or for those who have taken the Two Smiths Intro Blacksmithing Course 101.
Class runs from 10am-5pm Saturday and Sunday with a 1h lunch. All materials, safety equipment, coffee and tea will be provided. Lunch is available in town / an indoor lunch area with a microwave and fridge is provided on site if you bring your own food. Please wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. See you there!
COST: $500 (+ HST + eventbrite registration fee)
