Forging a belt axe
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Description
Deepen your knowledge and skills in a shop forge by forging this remarkable tool! The belt axe is a traditional pattern of trading axes found in New France, which has had great importance in the history of Quebec. Used in warfare and for cutting wood and rope, this axe is shorter and lighter than other types of axes. In this workshop, you will learn how to forge your own hatchet from A to Z: forge the iron head of the axe and insert steel for the edge, sharpen it, treat it, and fit it. You'll go home with your own belt axe and a better knowledge of forging and carving!
Level : intermediate
Prerequisites : to have followed our workshop Introduction to traditional blacksmithing and Introduction to Knifemaking.
Duration : two days, from 9 am to 5 pm
Minimum age : 18 years old
Cost : 800 + taxes
Places per workshop : 2
Other details: Bring a lunch and a bottle of water; a fridge and microwave will be provided. Please wear natural clothing (jeans, cotton...) and sturdy, closed-toe shoes. All tools will be provided on site.
OBJECTIVES AND CREATIONS :
- Become familiar with the calculation of the volumic mass of metal for forging steel or iron parts
- Making an axe head and steel insert
- Sharpening an axe blade
- Creating a wooden handle and shackle an axe
- Doing a heat treatment
- Master the basic techniques of traditional blacksmithing and carving
- Creating a belt axe (hatchet)
* You don't know the availability of the person to whom you wish to offer this workshop ? We advise you to buy a gift certificate. We will not make any travel arrangements for this type of request.