Cost: Members $100, non-members $130

Class size: Maximum 8 (minimum 3)

Class level:   Intermediate

Class Description:  This class's goal is to introduce a smith to working with wrought iron and in the process make a couple of small projects: a hook and a small forge welded whittle tang knife that would have been common throughout the Viking era and beyond.

In the morning we will be getting used to working with wrought iron by drawing out some bar stock and making a hook.  In the afternoon forge welding high carbon steel to a bar of iron and then drawing out a tang and the blade to make a small forge welded knife.  Time permitting burn in a handle and heat treat the knife.

Note: This is an intermediate class.  The skill level for the class is anyone who can maintain a coal fire, work with tongs to draw out material, minimal scrolling, moderate hammer control, forge welding experience is not required. The class is not designed to be the first smithing experience.

Class Champion: Larry Wasmund  @ poundedtreasures@gmail.com

Lunch arrangements: One hour break from 12:00-1:00pm.