Hybrid-Introduction to Bladesmithing

December 9, 2023 @ 8:00 am December 16, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

$1400.00

To register for this course, please call our office at (903) 823-3270.

The Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing course at the Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing is a combination of both the online introduction course and the in-person introduction course. Built on curriculum designed by Bill Moran, the father of modern Damascus Steel and the founder of the first bladesmithing school, this course includes lecture and hands-on work and is designed for anyone interested in making quality hand-forged blades. Metal selection, function, and different blade designs will be discussed. Hammer forging to shape, annealing, heat treating, grinding, and tempering will be taught. 

The Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing course is structured in two parts. Part one includes the online introduction to bladesmithing course which covers the terminology, procedures of forging, heat treatment, forging, and grinding of blades. Part two of the hybrid course includes in-person training at the Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing at Texarkana College where participants will develop the skills learned on the online platform in a hands-on setting. Upon registering for the hybrid introduction course, participants will receive login information and access to the online program at learnbladesmithing.com. Students must complete the online program prior to attending the in-person training. Please contact Don McIntosh at mcintoshknives@gmail.com for further information/questions.

Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing Refund Policy: Students may request a partial refund of $1,150 up to three weeks prior to the in-person start date of class. Students may request a full refund of $1,400 within 24 hours of purchase of program.

Class taught by: Jimmy Crowell & Mike Williams and is a Saturday-Saturday course.

Introduction to Bladesmithing

October 16, 2023 @ 8:00 am October 27, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

This 2-week course includes lecture and hands-on work and is designed for anyone interested in making quality hand-forged blades. Metal selection, function, and different blade designs will be discussed. Hammer forging to shape, annealing, heat treating, grinding, and tempering will be taught. These semi-finished blades will be tested for their cutting ability, edge holding, hardness and flexibility. Most participants should be able to
make a blade that is capable of passing the American Bladesmith Society Journeyman test for cutting and bending by the end of this course.

$1150

Class will be held October 16-October 27, 2023 Monday-Friday 8a-5pm

Instructors: Brion Tomberlin & Greg Neely

To register please call 903-823-3270

Handle and Guards

November 6, 2023 @ 8:00 am November 10, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Includes detailed information on handles, both full-tang and narrow tang, guards, butt caps, decorative file work, spiral dagger handles, silver inlay work, finished blades, etc.

**You will need to bring at least One or Two tang blades ready for fittings and handle.

Class taught by : TBA

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November 6, 2023 @ 8:00 am
End:
November 10, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
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$900.00
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Slip Joint Folders

July 31, 2023 @ 8:00 am August 4, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

$900.00

This course of folder construction deals with the Slip Joint technique. The relationship of design, fit, finish, and component parts will be covered in great detail. Students should complete one folder by the end of the 40 hour class.

Class will be held July 31-August 4(Monday-Friday 8am-5pm) Instructor: Steve Dunn

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Introduction to Bladesmithing

April 10, 2023 @ 8:00 am April 21, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

This 2-week course includes lecture and hands-on work and is designed for anyone interested in making quality hand-forged blades. Metal selection, function, and different blade designs will be discussed. Hammer forging to shape, annealing, heat treating, grinding, and tempering will be taught. These semi-finished blades will be tested for their cutting ability, edge holding, hardness and flexibility. Most participants should be able to
make a blade that is capable of passing the American Bladesmith Society Journeyman test for cutting and bending by the end of this course.

$1150

Class will be held April 10-April 21, 2023

Instructors: Jimmy Crowell & Tim Potier

To register please call 903-823-3270

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Introduction to Bladesmithing-Hybrid Course

January 7, 2023 @ 8:00 am January 14, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

$1400.00

The Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing course at the Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing is a combination of both the online introduction course and the in-person introduction course. Built on curriculum designed by Bill Moran, the father of modern Damascus Steel and the founder of the first bladesmithing school, this course includes lecture and hands-on work and is designed for anyone interested in making quality hand-forged blades. Metal selection, function, and different blade designs will be discussed. Hammer forging to shape, annealing, heat treating, grinding, and tempering will be taught. 

The Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing course is structured in two parts. Part one includes the online introduction to bladesmithing course which covers the terminology, procedures of forging, heat treatment, forging, and grinding of blades. Part two of the hybrid course includes in-person training at the Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing at Texarkana College where participants will develop the skills learned on the online platform in a hands-on setting. Upon registering for the hybrid introduction course, participants will receive login information and access to the online program at learnbladesmithing.com. Students must complete the online program prior to attending the in-person training. Please contact Don McIntosh at mcintoshknives@gmail.com for further information/questions.

To register call us at (903) 823-3270.

Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing Refund Policy: Students may request a partial refund of $1,150 up to three weeks prior to the in-person start date of class. Students may request a full refund of $1,400 within 24 hours of purchase of program.

Class taught by: Brion Tomberlin & Mike Williams

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Introduction to Bladesmithing-Hybrid Course

September 17, 2022 @ 8:00 am September 24, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

$1400.00

The Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing course at the Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing is a combination of both the online introduction course and the in-person introduction course. Built on curriculum designed by Bill Moran, the father of modern Damascus Steel and the founder of the first bladesmithing school, this course includes lecture and hands-on work and is designed for anyone interested in making quality hand-forged blades. Metal selection, function, and different blade designs will be discussed. Hammer forging to shape, annealing, heat treating, grinding, and tempering will be taught. 

The Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing course is structured in two parts. Part one includes the online introduction to bladesmithing course which covers the terminology, procedures of forging, heat treatment, forging, and grinding of blades. Part two of the hybrid course includes in-person training at the Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing at Texarkana College where participants will develop the skills learned on the online platform in a hands-on setting. Upon registering for the hybrid introduction course, participants will receive login information and access to the online program at learnbladesmithing.com. Students must complete the online program prior to attending the in-person training on September 17-September 24 Please contact Don McIntosh at mcintoshknives@gmail.com for further information/questions.

Taking our approved Introduction to Bladesmithing Course shortens the pre-journeyman Smith Jury wait time requirements from 3 years to 2 years.

To register call us at (903) 823-3270.

Hybrid Introduction to Bladesmithing Refund Policy: Students may request a partial refund of $1,150 up to three weeks prior to the in-person start date of class. Students may request a full refund of $1,400 within 24 hours of purchase of program.

Class taught by: Brion Tomberlin and Mike Williams

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Handle and Guards

August 15, 2022 @ 8:00 am August 19, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

Includes detailed information on handles, both full-tang and narrow tang, guards, butt caps, decorative file work, spiral dagger handles, silver inlay work, finished blades, etc.

**You will need to bring at least One or Two tang blades ready for fittings and handle.

Class taught by : Mike Williams

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Start:
August 15, 2022 @ 8:00 am
End:
August 19, 2022 @ 5:00 pm
Cost:
$900.00
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Slip Joint Folders

August 8, 2022 @ 8:00 am August 12, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

$900.00

This course of folder construction deals with the Slip Joint technique. The relationship of design, fit, finish, and component parts will be covered in great detail. Students should complete one folder by the end of the 40 hour class.

This class is held Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm

The instructor is Steve Dunn

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Introduction to Bladesmithing

January 24, 2022 @ 8:00 am February 4, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

$1150

Class will be held January 24-February 4 (2 week program) Instructors: Brion Tomberlin & Mike Williams

To register call us at (903) 823-3270.

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