Forging demos are interactive opportunities for groups of all sizes to see how knives are made, hear about the history of bladesmithing, and learn how traditional bladesmithing impacts our lives today. Any demo can cover a bit of everything but the focus and length can be adapted to meet your needs.
Demos are suitable for a wide range of events or groups: Scouts, religious groups, clubs, historical events or groups, heritage festivals, craft shows.
I can bring my forge to your location and pricing for demos varies based on travel distance. Contact me for information.
Demos are suitable for a wide range of events or groups: Scouts, religious groups, clubs, historical events or groups, heritage festivals, craft shows.
I can bring my forge to your location and pricing for demos varies based on travel distance. Contact me for information.
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Here’s a sample of some of the things that may be covered in a demo.
History:
How could common bladesmithing information have saved the Titanic?
Who was the blacksmith who became king?
Language:
What happens when you “lose your temper”?
Why would someone "test your metal"?
Philosophy/Theology:
How can bladesmithing be a metaphor for life?
Technical Aspects:
When does a knife become a knife?
How does design affect function?
Is one way of making a blade better than another?
Interaction:
Various audience members can assist in forging a blade or may have the opportunity to make trinkets to take home.
History:
How could common bladesmithing information have saved the Titanic?
Who was the blacksmith who became king?
Language:
What happens when you “lose your temper”?
Why would someone "test your metal"?
Philosophy/Theology:
How can bladesmithing be a metaphor for life?
Technical Aspects:
When does a knife become a knife?
How does design affect function?
Is one way of making a blade better than another?
Interaction:
Various audience members can assist in forging a blade or may have the opportunity to make trinkets to take home.
In addition to his four decades of experience in smithing, Charles Adams has 30+ years training in Escrima blade fighting and a fourth-degree black belt in Isshinryu Karate; he is able to speak from experience on the various fighting weapons and their application. By request, he offers demonstrations and/or classes on the proper use of weaponry, cutting demos, or lectures on historical weapons use. Depending on the extent of lecture desired there may be an additional fee.
Contact us for details and pricing.