Survival Knife Forging Workshop in Brooklyn
Turn rebar into a custom utility knife with fire, hammers, and hands-on guidance
From$275/ personincl. taxes and fees
Duration
4 hrs
Includes
Materials, tools
Highlights
Shape a steel reinforcing rod into a custom knife from raw metal to a sharpened working edge. Learn beginner-friendly knifesmithing techniques through every stage of the build.
- Heat rebar in a propane forge until it glows red-hot
- Hammer steel on an anvil to create your knife profile
- Refine the blade shape and cutting bevel with a grinder
- Quench the hot blade in oil to harden it
- Wrap the handle and sharpen your finished utility knife
- Explore knifesmithing with no previous experience required
What's Included
- All materials
- All tools
Know before you go
- Travelers under 18 require a parent or guardian
- Two-person packages require at least one participant age 18 or older
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for cancellations or rescheduling requested at least 1 week before the workshop. No refund for requests made less than 1 week before the workshop.
FAQs
No. This beginner survival knife forging workshop requires no previous experience.
Forge and finish one custom utility knife from a piece of steel reinforcing rod.
Arrive on time. If you are more than 15 minutes late, you may not be able to join the workshop.
Meeting details
117 11th st Brooklyn NY 11215
Experience provided by Craftsman Ave
Experience provided by Craftsman Ave
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