A Taste of Blacksmithing
Instructor: Mr. Carl West
Level: Beginner
Requirements: None
Program: Winter
Status: Open
Register directly with
Prospect Hill Forge
Length: 1 Days
Tuition: $ 60
Materials: $ 0
Date: March 29, 2008 - March 29, 2008
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Prospect Hill Forge
The discovery of iron and how to work it changed human history. Tools, weapons, and daily life haven't been the same since. Here is your chance to learn to control one of the basic elements of modern human life.
In this three hour class you will be introduced to the basic smithing techniques of hammering, drawing-out, cutting, bending, and twisting. Using these techniques and a coal-fired forge you will bring a piece of iron to an incandescent heat. With hammer, tongs, and anvil you will create a useful and decorative cooking skewer, possibly two.
No prior experience necessary or expected. Class size is limited to 8 students.
Prospect Hill Forge is a new blacksmithing school located right next door to Metalwerx at 38 Guinan St. You can read more about Prospect Hill Forge on their website at http://www.prospecthillforge.com
Materials & Tools
Materials and protective gear will be supplied. A signed waiver will be required for participation.
Students should wear closed-toe shoes and natural fiber clothing you're willing to get dirty and sweaty in. Pants should come down over the tops of your shoes.
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