Bladesmith
Hybrid-Introduction to Bladesmithing
Bill Moran School of Bladesmithing - B.R. Hughes Classroom 2500 N. Robison Rd., Texarkana, Texas, United StatesTo 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 […]
Damascus Steel
Basic patterns will be included in this detailed study of Damascus. Attention will also be given to pattern variations, pattern manipulation, etc. By the completion of this course a student is expected to be able to consistently produce Damascus blades of excellent quality in a variety of patterns. As a prerequisite , participants should have […]
Hybrid-Introduction to Bladesmithing
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 […]
Hammer and Tongs
The purpose of this class is to teach proper steps and procedures in making important tools for blacksmithing or bladesmithing and will include making tongs and a forging hammer.For more information call Kadie Allen at 903-823-3015
Introduction to Bladesmithing
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 […]
Handles and Guards
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 One full tang blade ready for fitting. We will supply a hidden tang blade, and if time allows you can work on one in the shop