HP500 Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 I was finally able to attend a local class yesterday. As a total beginner who never hammered metal before , I'm glad I took this route. I'm sure I saved many hours of trying to learn on my own by trial and error. We started out with safety instructions, followed by how to build a proper fire. Next came hammering techniques, doing some tapers and making some curls. I even managed to do some forge welding (with some help). My first project was a coal rake. It wasn't pretty, but it was usable. My last project was a fireplace poker. It will never end up on display at a museum, but I learn a lot making it. There were a great bunch of guys who were willing to help out. I'm definitely looking forward to going back again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creature Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 I attended a 3 day class last spring. it was about 8 hours each day. learned a lot of great stuff. certainly did not regret it. plus we got to keep everything we made. tongs, coal rake, and a few punches. great time very tired and blistered hands by the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHCC Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 When I was a teenager, my parents were kind enough to spring for a series of weekend blacksmithing classes for me. Incredible experience, and my mom still has the poker I made! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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