Hammer Making 1-day Class
Saturday, May 4, 2024, 8:30 am to 5 pm |
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Location: MN School of Horseshoeing (see map below) | ||||
Instructors: Derrick Phillips, and others
Cost: $75 per student Class size: Maximum 8, minimum 4 Class Description: This class will teach you the skills you need to make a basic rounding hammer. With this knowledge you will then be able to expand your tool chest with other handled tools. All handled tools such as top fullers, punches and flatters start with this same process. Class Champion: Derrick Phillips 651-230-2363 at derrickphillipsa3o3@gmail.com Tools & Equipment participants should bring to class: Bring your favorite hammers; one for striking hot metal and one for striking punches and drifts. A tongs for holding 1-1/2" square stock if you have that size. Safety Equipment: The usual for forging with coal: safety glasses, hearing protection, respirator or dust mask for grinding, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying, and leather boots or shoes. Lunch arrangements: Bring your own lunch or eat at one of the local establishments. We will take an hour break around noon. Special Instructions: This class can run late (just a heads up). |
To register: For non-members, Click [HERE] to register.
For Guild members, Click [HERE] to register in Neon under 'Events'.
****Acceptance will be in the order submitted, based on the transaction date, and each person will be notified individually.
Alternatively, you can send a check written to 'The Guild of Metalsmiths' for $75 to
Derrick Phillips
2461 Como Ave
St. Paul MN 55108
Questions? Email Derrick Phillips at derrickphillipsa3o3@gmail.com