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== Introduction to the Blade -Smithing workshop==

The Basic Blade -Smithing workshop is intended as an introduction to the use of the [[Tools/forge|forge]] and some of the common techniques used to make simple blades by the traditional methods. The workshop takes the form of 2 days, at least a week apart as well as some solo work. The first day will be the actual forging process for the blades along with hardening and some of the initial grinding. Then each participant can go off and finish the grinding for their blades separately, since we only have one [[Tools/largelinisher|large linisher]], and the process could easily take several hours per person. Second day, a week or two later will be finalising the grind, making and fitting the handles, surface treatments, sharpening, etching if wanted.

Clothing wise don't wear anything that's good, it's going to get a bit dirty and possibly burnt spots! Overalls are ideal if you have them, otherwise reasonably sturdy clothing. Avoid synthetic fabrics as best you can cause they can catch fire easily. Safety boots if you have them, otherwise sturdy shoes that you don't mind getting messed up. These will be quite long days, at least 10 hours and quite possibly 12.