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Bladesmithing 102: Forged Camp Axe with Stephan Fowler

Presented by Roswell Creative Arts and City of Roswell, Georgia at Art Center West, Roswell GA

Mar 16 - 17 2024

Bladesmithing 102: Forged Camp Axe with Stephan Fowler

Learn how to drift, forge, shape, and heat treat your very own camp axe in this 2-day intermediate level workshop.

This 12-hour intermediate to advanced course will build upon basic skills by introducing new forging techniques for working at the anvil individually and with a partner/striker. Punching, drifting, spreading, and other forging techniques will be explored to create utilitarian camp-style axes designed to chop, cut, and throw.

ADMISSION INFO

Some prior forge experience necessary. Ages: 16+.

Fee: $210

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For more information or questions, please contact A.J. Argentina at (770) 641-3990 or aargentina@roswellgov.com.

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Additional time info:

Participants will be working with a section of 1085 round bar, gas forges, and a variety of tools to forge their axe heads. 19" hickory single bit handles will be provided, and all participants should leave with a 2 pound ready-to-use tool.

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.