Twisted Horseshoe Knives

3 Day Damascus Knife Course

This is a complete Damascus or Pattern Welded knife making course. It can be a bit challenging if you are not initiated in the art of forging. Having said that, a focused enthusiasm will overcome any lack of experience.

1. On day one we'll discuss your project and discern the final design. We'll Forge the blade and hopefully Heat Treat and Grind . Starting off with a Billet of 8-9 layers of different types of High Carbon Steel, our goal is to reach around 200 layers in the blade, this will give off a beautiful and unique pattern to your blade. 
2. Fine Grind, Polish, Edge and Etch. This is done in an acidic medium (we'll discuss pros/cons of various) which reveals the final pattern you will have worked so hard for, a giddy moment! While the etching happens we'll prepare all your handle material, ensuring this is a flowing process on day 3.                           
3. Finally, polish and pre sharpening of the blade before the day is up. 
4. Handle assembly, final detailing, polishing, sharpening, waxing and oiling before the final sighs of joy and admiration, then a photo shoot...