Experience the art of dagger forging in Hereford like never before! Join us for a full-day workshop at Oldfield Forge, where you will learn from skilled blacksmiths and craft your very own decorative dagger.
Whether you have blacksmithing experience or are a complete novice, our experts will guide you through every step of the process. From shaping the blade to assembling the parts, you'll be amazed at what you can accomplish in just one day.
Feel the heat of the forge and the thrill of working with red-hot metal as you bring your dagger to life. With traditional techniques and expert assistance, you'll forge a tapered blade and a distinctive bevel, culminating in the creation of your unique masterpiece.
Leave the workshop with a shiny, hand-forged dagger to call your own, and memories of an incredibly satisfying and unforgettable experience!
A dagger forging experience
Spend the day at Oldfield Forge
Hand-forge a decorative dagger
Vouchers to attend solo
Dagger Making for One
Design and make your very own decorative dagger
Welcome, introduction and safety briefing
Your tutor will help you to select your design and talk you through the process.
Forging the blade, beginning with the tang with processes such as set downs, squaring and tapering
You will then forge the taper onto the blade and bevel the blade, then it’s onto the pommel and cross-guard
Move to the grinding bay using tools such as angle grinders and belt grinders.
Fit the handle to the dagger through a process known as a burn-through
One of the smiths will fit all the components together
Allow 7 hours on site for this experience
Minimum age 7 (must be accompanied by a participating adult)
Weekdays and selected Saturdays throughout the year
All dates are subject to availability
Due to popularity, please book well in advance to avoid disappointment; weekends especially get booked quickly
Location:
Oldfield Forge, Hereford, Herefordshire
Minimum Age: 7 years
A picnic lunch is available to purchase for an additional £8.50, payable when booking your date
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