We're back again - bigger than ever - 2009 Canberra Custom Knife Show.
It will be held on Saturday 31st January at the Embassy Motel in Deakin, with a Workshop day for knifemakers on Sunday the 1st February at the Tharwa Valley Forge.
Contact us if you'd like to be involved.
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Blacksmithing - Axe making
From Saturday, 05 April 2008 - 10:00 To Sunday, 06 April 2008 - 17:00 Every day
This introductory blacksmithing course covers making a tomahawke style axe. Aimed for the camper, woodworker or someone who has just watched too many westerns. No prior experience necessary
Cost is $550 for weekend
Location: Tharwa Valley Forge Contact: CIT Solutions 6207 4444
This course introduces the concept of forge welding cable to create patterns in the steel. This not only makes attractive blades, but also a very tough, flexible blade that keeps a great edge. This process is called "pattern welding" or sometimes "Damascus" after the city which made the process famous.
The finished blade is then etched in acid to bring out the patterns of the different parts of the cable - often with dramatic results.
Fantastic knife vices from Alistair Phillips. These bench mounted vices allow up to a 6" blade to be held to either work on he handle or the blade. Larger vices can be made to order.
Perfect for hand finishing blades or filework. Allows full rotation in working on handles to ensure a high standard of finish.
$50 + POSTAGE
Please contact us at Tharwa Valley Forge for more information