
Metalwork
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Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, we offer both Beginner's, Intermediate and other classes. For our Beginner's class, students will learn the basic skills used by blacksmiths for centuries. No prior experience or training is needed. We will start with the very basics, such as building a fire and proper hammer control. Fundamental techniques covered will include drawing out, slit & drift, upsetting & twisting just to name a few.
[ABANA] Blacksmith Schools and Programs
Basic Blacksmithing April 20 / 21 / 22 - FULL June 14 / 15 / 16 - only one space remains July 13 / 14 / 15 September 13 / 14 / 15
Training Courses in Blacksmithing, Bladesmithing, Metalsmithing from Artisan Blacksmith Darrell Markewitz of the Wareham Forge in Ontario Canada
Knife Making Basics - Tips on materials, tools, supplies and safety
Beginners need to know the knife making basics. Most beginners, in fact, start with basic knife making kits , and only from there move on to assembling their own knives from materials purchased or crafted themselves. Knife making basics include information on how knives go together, where to find the parts and other supplies , and how to keep yourself safe. Safety First Knives are weapons as well as tools.Tool Store
The Anvil Online Marketplace
A & C Distributors P. O. Box 70228, San Diego, CA 92167. TEL: (619) 222-9946. Distributes patinas for blacksmiths. ABCD Industries 1320 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 TEL: (410) 727-4111 Rivets available in bulk.

