Brushbeater

Blacksmith Basics

The ultimate apocalypse skill! Blacksmiths use to be the center of every town. On every ship. On wagontrains. In rail yards. They were everywhere and a HUGE part of the American way. Come learn the skills that help build the US! Topics covered:

Squaring stock
Drawing out stock
Rounding stock
Scrolls
Making hooks
Hot cutting
Correct hammering technique
Setting up a forge
Selecting tools
And more!
Gear needed for Blacksmithing class:

Safety glasses
Water
Snacks
Blacksmithing Class 10am to 4pm $200
Rock Springs Wy
[email protected]
I take money order, PayPal, or Venmo
This class is limited to 2 students.

That’s a really useful class and very reasonable, IMO. If I weren’t halfway across the country from RS, I’d be there!

This is a great learning opportunity!

Jeff B.

Thanks! I really enjoy teaching this class. I have been teaching it through the college the last couple years. It usually allows sells out.

I've been banging iron for over 20 years now, off and on. Be sure to focus on proper ergonomics, if a guy's using his wrist to lift that hammer instead of the large muscles in his back and bicep, then he's going to wind up with a hell of a case of tennis elbow. Ask me how I know. I like to hammer with my shoulder in a line over the work as that helps me to remember to not use the top of my wrist to lift the hammer.

Other than that, hit it hard, fast and accurate! Good on you.

Had a great class today!! Thanks for all that came!

I attended this class and would recommend it to anyone who is interested. It's a beginner oriented class and a great introduction to blacksmithing tools and techniques. We all enjoyed it.

Shame your a country away...lol. Everyone should know how to swing a hammer either making iron, cutting stone or splitting wood. Good on you for sharing the knowledge bro!

R