Learn to create a wonderful conversation piece and functional tool. In this class we will cover the basics of designing and building a simple friction folding knife in the Higo Style.

Students will start by learning about appropriate steels and how to process them to bring out the desired qualities such as durability, edge retention and sharpenability. After discussion of material size constraints students will work a small piece of copper to create a decorative handle.

Then they will design a blade to fit inside their handle. Finally, students will create a pattern from their design and forge a blade just slightly larger than the pattern to allow for grinding.

After rough grinding and an overview of the basics of hardening and tempering students will heat treat their blades. To finish the weekend the knife will be assembled.

Candy will use a combination of demonstrations and hands-on instruction to enhance your learning experience.

Note this class is a project-based class, completion depends on your skills and ability to follow directions.

Who Should Take this class:

This class is open to all experience levels but some forging experience is highly recommended. Class will make use of hammers, forges and grinders.