Courses
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Have a go at making your very own celtic style knife. A 4-hour hands-on workshop from raw material forged to the uniqueness of your liking. This course is suited to any skill level with step-by-step guidance.
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Learn the steps to prepare and forge your own Damascus billet with guided instructions and opportunity to ask questions and learn about how and why.
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Knifemaking Workshop
4 hours
$350.00
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Arrive at Talisman Gallery 9:50am for 10:00am start.
Workshop commences with safety briefing and introduction to tools and materials.
Forging begins, take your place at the anvil and start forging at the instructions of the blacksmith.
12:30 - Lunch break 30mins (cafe orders will be taken during introduction).
Grind profile to cleanup any rough forging marks.
Heat treatment and sharpening.
Course concludes 2-2:30pm. Go home with a unique hand forged blade.
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You will get dirty! synthetic materials are not advised (cotton, linen, etc. preferred).
Essentials:
Enclosed shoes
Long pants
Enthusiasm
Other items to consider:
Drink bottle
Hair tie (if you have long hair)
Lunch or money to purchase from Post Mistress Cafe
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Safety glasses
Gloves
Hearing protection (ear plugs and earmuffs)
Apron
Tea and Coffee
High carbon knife steel (Damascus material available at extra cost)
All forging equipment provided
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Book a Class
The workshop is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, select an appointment to see the available times.
Where to Find Us
Once you have entered the historic village, turn left at the admin building up the driveway to the Talisman Gallery. Parking available in front of workshop.
53 Old Great Western Highway
Hartley, NSW 2790