2 Day Damascus Knife Making Class

2-Day Damascus Knife Making Course

In partnership with Industrial Art Studios

Vaughans is proud to collaborate with Industrial Art Studios to support their hands-on blacksmithing experiences by supplying the high-quality foundry and blacksmithing tools used throughout their courses.

This two-day Damascus Knife Making Course, hosted at Industrial Art Studios and powered by Vaughans tools, offers a unique opportunity to forge your own Damascus steel chef knife—a beautiful and functional piece that, with proper care, will last a lifetime.

What You’ll Experience:

• Craft Your Own Knife: Guided by an experienced smith, you’ll forge a Damascus billet, shape it into a knife blank, and refine it using professional grinding and heat-treating techniques.
• All Materials Included: You’ll be provided with the steel for your Damascus blade and wood for your handle.
• Hands-On Forging: Use a combination of hand tools, a hydraulic press, and a power hammer—supplied by Vaughans—to shape your knife.
• Teamwork & Tradition: Work in pairs for traditional smith-and-striker forging using a sledgehammer.

By the end of the course, you’ll not only take home a handcrafted chef knife but also gain a solid introduction to blacksmithing and the art of knife making.