Knife Making Class Question

[B JACKSON]

This survey is just for my curiosity and possibly intended to influence the head Knife Maker, John

 

[JK Knives]

This survey is just for my curiosity and possibly intended to influence the head Knife Maker, John

If I can get 4 - 5 people interested I would hold a class. I’ve found that number to be the best size for the class. If more are interested I can do additional classes. Cost is $175 per person.

 

[JK Knives]

Class Details

This is a two day class, cost is $175 per person.

This workshop would cover all aspects of making your own scandivex ground (like the EO1 series) knife, and would include the following:

1/8" x 1" x 8" piece of O1 steel (be sure the pattern you bring will fit these parameters)

Choice of handle material from the following list:

Tiger maple
Teak
Walnut
Bocote
Zircote
Olivewood
Mesquite
Bloodwood
Black canvas micarta
Tan canvas micarta

Choice of aluminum or brass pins

Lunch and water each day

What you will need to bring:
Glasses
Dust mask
Proper clothing (no shorts or sandals)
A good attitude
Open mind. I may not make knives like others you have seen, I have my own methods.
A cardboard cutout of your knife pattern (use a soda carton for the pattern)
Camera if you want to bring one

Keep in mind, these could be long days!

 

[Tetsujin 140.6]

I've been to two of John's classes, and have really enjoyed them both! John is a patient and excellent instructor. I learned a ton, and I came away with a nice and personalized knife that I carry and use everyday. If you haven't been, I highly recommend making time to attend.

 

[Phill50]

Dang that would be so fun to learn but I'm way over here on the Oregon coast.

 

[Sturubu]

Dang that would be so fun to learn but I'm way over here on the Oregon coast.

I'm with you -maybe we need to lobby for a mobile workshop and traveling class!

 

[dr_fosg8]

I have been to 2 of Johns classes as well. Once by myself and a second time with my son. Both times were great! John is a great teacher and has plenty of patience to get anyone through making their own hand made knife. If you have ever been interested in making a knife, or anything for that matter this is an excellent event to attend.