Blacksmithing Chef Knife Making Workshop - Brisbane
Overview
Have you ever thought about making your own knife? I have a friend who is always telling people about how his dad's built a chef knife over 30 years ago that he still uses to this day! Come make a custom knife with us, make some memories and a knife you can pass onto your children who can tell their friends this same story in 30 years time.
What's Included
- All material provided
Meeting Location
Keogh Street
West Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Come spend a day forging out a chef knife and go home with your very own hand-forged chef knife. Made from high carbon steel with a Japanese wa handle.
In this class, which is suitable for beginners, you will experience shaping your own knife with hammer and fire, as well as learn a bit about the forge, anvil, tools and techniques used in blacksmithing.
In this workshop, we will forge out your own chef knife, heat-treat it yourself, grind it to shape and attach a pre-made Japanese wa handle.
Things we cover in our classes -
The whole Blacksmith knife building process from start to finish
Hammer Techniques
Forging Techniques
Designing a knife
Shaping the knife
Heat treating carbon steel in the gas forge
Hand grinding techniques on the 2x72 grinder
Time management
Knife instruction and care
How to advertise yourself and your product
How to take photos of your products to get the most interest
How to price your products
Workshop safety and OHS
This class is beginner-friendly, no experience is required. This class is great for solos or groups and is a perfect gift for a friend or loved one.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Activity code: C-328258P3
Additional Info
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