Sloyd Knife
Bladesmithing: Level 1
Spoon Carving / Whittling Knife
**THIS IS CURRENTLY A GROUP COURSE.**
Please contact us to book your group of 5-8 people.
If you are looking to register as an individual, please contact us and we will add you to our waiting list.
Course Description:
During this 2 day course students will forge their very own sloyd knife from start to finish. The blade will be made out of high carbon steel and have a hidden tang.
A sloyd is a Swedish designed knife used for whittling and woodcarving. It is the main knife preferred by spoon carvers to do the majority of their shaping. Its small, thin profile and razor sharp edge allow it to cut through wood with ease.
You will begin with a small billet of high carbon steel that you will heat up in the fire of a coke-powered forge. Using hammers and specialized blacksmith’s tools, the blade profile will be shaped and the tang will be forged out.
During this course, you will learn:
Forging basics: how to manage the fire and the uses of various tools
Careful forging – how hot is too hot and when do I stop hammering?
Blade geometry
Heat treating
How to fit the tang into the handle
Handle ergonomics and how to shape it
Proper sharpening techniques
Class runs for 2 days, from 9am-5pm, with a 1h lunch. All materials, safety equipment, coffee and tea will be provided. Lunch is available in town / an indoor lunch area with a microwave and fridge is provided on site if you bring your own food. Please wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. See you there!
COST: $500 / person (+ HST)
Contact us to express interest in joining the wait list, or to book your group!
