David’s Class – Tool making for Blacksmiths

Description

David’s class – Private class for David

This 3 hour workshop will cover the basics of making your own hand tools including chisels and punches. The skills that you learn in this class will let you make any hand tools that you need for your future blacksmithing needs.

Using 4140 tool steel, you will forge a chisel and a round punch. We will discuss the heat treating process to create tools that are tough and hold a sharp edge. We will then heat treat these tools so they are ready for work!

There will also be an opportunity to make other hand tools (such as the bob punch in the photo) and we will talk about using salvaged steel including coil springs and car axles as a source of tool steel. These additional hand tools will be made IF there is the time available.

After making these hand tools, you will use your new tools to forge a key chain or other simple project.

The class is open to students of all skill levels and each class is limited to 6 students. Please note that classes are co-ed unless otherwise indicated.

Expect to leave with your own hand forged tools and the skills to make more on your own.

If you have prior experience this class will help you refresh your skills.

Note: This workshop is part of the Becoming a Blacksmith Series

The Becoming a Blacksmith Series of classes introduces more advanced techniques and also the tools need to continue on your blacksmithing journey. The workshops will include forging and heat treating your own hand tool, making tongs, and making your own hammer. Later in the series, we will also have workshops on making the tools to make tools!

Class will meet on Saturdays or Sundays 10am – 1pm.

This class will take place in The British Blacksmith forge located at
8477 Pools Brook Road
Kirkville NY 13082

The forge is 20 mins east of Syracuse NY and easy to get to from all locations it is close to I-81 and the New York Thruway I-90.

If you would like any more details, please look at the “classes” page which will probably answer any questions you may have.

If you have any questions please email me at mark@thebritishblacksmith.com