Knifemaking classes, shows, hammer-ins

The International Cutting Competition Trail is hosting a Cutting School in central Michigan. Anyone, both knifemakers and non-knifemakers are invited to attend. Also check out the ICCT web site www.cuttingcompetition.com


Central Michigan Cutting School, August 26th & 27th

This is an ICCT Certified Cutting School and Competition. $1000 prize money


Located on Mike Bauer's property across the street from:

6500 Moorland Rd.
Ravenna, MI 49451

For Directions go to: http://www.mapquest.com/ (type your address as START and this address as END)

To sign up or for further information call Mike Bauer at: 231 773-3244 (leave message)

Hotel accommodations:

AmeriHost Inn
1040 O'Malley Drive
I-96 at 68th Avenue
Coopersville, MI, 49404 US
616-837-8100


Rates: $79 double occupancy

School cost: $100 + $25 for entry fee for Cutting Competition

This Event is hosted by ICCT Cutter Mike Bauer

Instructors will include:

W.R. Case & Sons Cutter - John Fitch
SOG Specialty Knives Cutter - Reggie Barker
ICCT Cutter and Instructor - Warren Osborne

Don't miss this rare opportunity to receive personal instruction from Top ICCT Competitors with training in:

Knife Design and construction
Sharpening
Cutting Techniques
ICCT Cutter Certification
See you there.

Please visit the "International Cutting Competition Trail" web site @ www.cuttingcompetition.com
 
25th anniversary Ashokan Bladesmithing Seminar

We have a great line up this year for our official 25th, we are pleased to announce a homecoming for one of the original members of the get-togethers at Ashokan as this year Don Fogg returns to share his forging techniques and polishing tips. Michael McCarthy gave such a wealth of fascinating information last year that folks were dying to see the actual process, so this year we had to have him back to do an actual smelt. On Saturday Michael will make useable iron and steel, from raw ore that he dug out of the earth himself, using a simple clay hearth not unlike any used 1000 years ago. Here is the full lineup:

Friday, September 15

6:00-7:00 Buffet Dinner
7:00-7:30 Introduction – Tim Zowada Lecture
7:30 – 8:00 Books Worth Reading – Dan Maragni Lecture
8:00-? Videos

Saturday, September 16

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
9:00 - 10:00 A Screed on Grinding, Sharpening and Other Things That Tick Me Off – Tim Wright (Lecture)
10:00 - 11:30 Damascus Making and Patterning – Kevin Cashen (Pavilion)
11:30 - 12:00 What I'm Doing Up Here – Micheal McCarthy (Pavilion)
12:00 - 1:00 Blade Forging – Don Fogg (Pavilion)
1:00 - 2:00 Lunch
2:00 - 3:00 Grinding Longish Blades – Dan Maragni (Pavilion)
3:00 - 4:00 Bending and Busting Steel – Tim Zowada (Pavilion)
4:00 - 5:00 Karambit Mini Class – Bill McGrath (Pavilion)
5:00 - 6:00 Hollow Grinding – Jim Siska (Pavilion)
6:00 - 7:00 Dinner
7:00 - 8:00 Sanding and Polishing – Don Fogg (Pavilion)
8:00 - 9:00 Heat Treatment - Kevin Cashen (Pavilion)
9:00 - Questions and Answers – Don, Dan, Jim, Tim W, Micheal, Pavillion Bill, Kevin, Tim Z
9:30 - Open Forge (Pavilion)

Sunday, September 17

8:00 - 9:30 Breakfast
9:30 - 10:30 Can you Make Living at This, Without Becoming a Weasel? - Tim Wright (Lecture)
10:30 - 12:30 Knife Display and Show (Dining Hall)
12:30 - 1:30 Lunch
All Weekend – Making Steel from Black Dirt – Michael McCarthy

As always the lectures are good but the food alone is worth the trip!

More information can be found at my website:
http://www.cashenblades.com/Ashokan.html

Look forward to seeing you there



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ICCT CUTTING DEMONSTRATION
Shepherd Hills Cutting Demonstration September 9, 2006 Lebanon, MO. Shepard Hills Knife Meeting in the Ozarks.

This is another great Event put on by the folks at W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery
Presented by the Shepherd Hills Collectors Club

ICCT Cutter John Fitch sponsored by W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery along with SOG sponsored Cutter Reggie Barker and Browning Sponsored Jim Crowell will be joined by ICCT Cutter Shawn Ellis in demonstrating Competition Cutting Techniques. This Event will be handled and scored like an ICCT Competition with Medals presented to the top finishers. All ICCT Certified Cutters are invited to join in. Cutting Event will be around mid-day. Look for the ICCT tent and Cutting Table.

For more information contact Shepherd Hills Cutlery, Rod Reid 800.727.4643

Case XX Celebration in the Ozarks 2006

Enjoyable. Down Home. Fun. Informative. Great Buys! All of these describe well the Case XX Celebration in the Ozarks held every year the weekend after Labor Day (mark your calendar for Sept. 9th this year). There couldn’t be a better backdrop for one of the biggest annual
Case XX events in the nation than the beautiful Ozarks in the fall.
We love playing host to Case enthusiasts from all over our great nation along with Case Associates from the factory in Bradford, and including Tom Arrowsmith, W.R. Case’s President & CEO.
With an atmosphere much like an old-time county fair, there’s live music, food & drink provided, limited editions of the Case XX made just for the Celebration in the Ozarks, a special knife education class for kids (must be pre-registered), very special deals on Case XX products, exhibitions of the latest & greatest Case XX knives that are coming in the future, hourly drawings, lots of visitin’, and more…..
Special events are held on the evening of September 8 for all members of the Shepherd Hills Collectors Club…..our annual club meeting is held that night….but all in attendance had such a good time with the live music, Angus Burgers, the chocolate fountain, special pickup of pre-ordered knives, and the give away of the prototype club knives, we’ve changed it from the Shepherd Hills Collector’s Club annual meeting to the Shepherd Hills Collector’s Club Party…..(Find out more about how to be join the SHCC by clicking here:
www.casexx.com/shepherd_hills_collector's_club.htm
It’s an event you won’t want to miss….so make plans now to head our way….


Here’s a list of hotels/motels that are nearby:

Hampton Inn….417.533.3300
Super 8……417.588.2574
Holiday Inn Express….417.532.1111
EconoLodge….417.588.3226

www.cuttingcompetition.com
 
September 22 & 23 Springfield, Missouri

2006 ICCT INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
In conjunction with National Hunting and Fishing Day. This Event will be a course type cutting event.


This is the Big one for 2006.
The Winner of this Event will be named the 2006 ICCT Champion.
$1000 Prize Money and Medals will be presented to the top finishers.

Address:
Wonders of Wildlife / Bass Pro Shop
500 W. Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
All ICCT Cutters along with past participants in ABS, Knifemakers Guild and Alabama Forge Council competitions are invited. ICCT Certification will be available prior to the Event. You must be ICCT certified to compete. All Cutters must sign a standard liability waver.
Cut off date for entry September 18th.
e-mail: icct@bellsouth.net or call 828 295-9156

Qualifying at 1:00 pm on Friday September 22nd. All Cutters must participate.
The Main Event will be at 1:00 pm Saturday September 23rd.
A Safety meeting will be held at 12 noon both days. All participating Cutters must attend.

$100 Entry fee

Only Logo’s of ICCT Sponsors or the ICCT may be worn.
Check your Handbook for logo locations or e-mail icct@bellsouth.net

ICCT Primary Sponsors:

W.R. Case & Sons
SOG
Spyderco
Browning

ICCT Secondary Sponsors:
Plaza Cutlery
Precision Welding and Metal Fabrication
For more information on the ICCT please visit our web site @ www.cuttingcompetition.com

Hotels near Bass Pro/ Wonders of Wildlife Museum



Days Inn South $79.99 & 89.99

621 W. Sunshine St.

Springfield, MO 65807

(417)862-0153

Walking Distance



La Quinta Inn South starting at $75.00

2535 S. Campbell Ave.

Springfield, MO 65807

(417)890-6060

1/10th (.1) mile (



Arbor Suites at the Mall $76.00 King Studio Suite $119.00 2 BR Penthouse Suite

1550 E. Raynell Place

Springfield, MO

(417)887-8383

3.3 miles



Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven starting at $47.00 weekday/ $54.00 weekend

203 S Glenstone Ave.

Springfield, MO 65804

(417)866-1963

3.78 miles



Hampton Inn South starting at $79.20 AAA/ AARP- $88.00 other best rate

3232 S Glenstone Ave.

Springfield, MO 65804

(417)862-0701

3.78 miles



Econo Lodge South starting at $57.00

3404 E. Ridgeview St.

Springfield, MO 65804

(417)882-2220

5.75 miles



Quality Inn and Suites/ starting at $58.50 Senior -$65.00 other best and up

(or Comfort Inn- may have changed recently)

3370 E. Battlefield St.

Springfield, MO 65804

(417)889-6300

5.66 miles



www.springfieldmo.org

There are many other hotels in the area, open “Book You Room” at

Springfield, MO Convention and Visitors Bureau above website for additional options
 
hello to all i would like to invite you to this years Hammer -in held in knoxville Tenn.
Date the last week end in sept hope you all can attend


This years line up at this time, more will be coming if they can work it out.
We have a lot of talent to learn from and I’m so pleased that they have agreed to be here.
Larry Harley -Damascus
Bill Wiggins- Forging
Sir Lawrence Kemp-- fit and finish
James Batson- History
-James Gibson-- File work
Lin Landrum-- heat treatment of performance blades
Sandy Morrissey—sheath Making
Jerry Van Eizenga ---- Folders
Mark Zalesky Editor of Knife World
Wes Byrd -Hands on forging
Others will be doing demos as time gets closer and they know if they can be here.
I will let you know when they let me know.

Vendors
Rob Frink— Grinders
Darren and Catherine Ellis ____ Ellis Custom Knife Works and supply.
Rade Hawkens__ _Custom Knife Supply
More are being invited.

Tailgate sales are welcomed, if you want to sale it bring it.

The Iron in the hat is not mandentory to donate to or to participate in.
But we hope you will. —Its fun and besides Bill cant win it all,

Cutting contest
Open to all, camp knife –15” overall, Blade no more than 10” long, 2” wide safety-first lanyard . This is always good Bill Wiggins and Lin Landrum do a great job in putting this on, we hope you will bring that knife that will outperform all others. We will list what will be doing so that all can practice.

Kitchen cutting contest ----any thing -------- Alan Longmire used a clever on a 6' poll. Bill Wiggins used a folding knife so as you can see any thing goes.

Bring knives to show and sale.

Camping out on the place is encouraged but they are lots of places to stay nearby most are within 15 mnts.
Restaurants of all kinds from fast foods to fine dinning 15 mnts away or there is a nice deli in walking distance.
We are looking forward seeing you here
My address is 2918 Ellistown Rd. 37924 Knoxville Tn. Do a map quest for driving information.
its free to attend
 
http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en...527344&iwloc=A


try this for driving information
You can zoom in if you need to get finer information
just type in your address as starting point it will give you driving rout.
i also see that the mape is a little off my place is the 4th driveway on the right from the arrow2918 ellistown rd.
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Bowie
 
Guys we will have another Mini-HI of the Southern New England Knifemaker's Guild here next Saturday. We will start after 10:AM. For you dudes that came today it will be a good chance to finish up your billets.:thumbup: :thumbup:Call on Friday to confirm before 8:00PM or Email (508 999 7090).
Will keep it to 10 people. This count would not include the Ladies.
The guild will not have any by-laws, dues and the rules will mainly deal with safety issues. The HI's will open to members and non-members.
 
Spirit of Steel Cutting Competition


September 29, 30, October 1 Grapevine, Texas

SPIRIT OF STEEL KNIFE AND SWORD SHOW

This will mark the first point cut for the 2006/2007 year. The competition will be a course type event.


Cutting Competition Saturday September 30th

Friday will be available for ICCT Cutter Certification

You must be an ICCT Certified Cutter to participate.


Over $1000 Prize money and Medals will be awarded to top finishers.

$100 entry fee.

*Special Deal for Cutters*

$250 table fee and Spirit of Steel will pay your entry fee.

ICCT Primary Sponsors: W.R. Case & Sons, SOG, Browning, Spyderco, Crucible Steel

A Safety meeting will be held prior to Competition. All participating Cutters must attend.
Only ICCT or Sponsor Logo’s may be worn during competition. Check your hand book for locations or check our web site @ www.cuttingcompetition.com

ICCT Secondary Sponsors:
Plaza Cutlery
Precision Welding and Metal Fabrication



RESERVATIONS: call the Hilton DFW Lakes NOW on their toll free number at 1-800-445-8667. (1-800-HILTONS) For the show discount use the group code “4SS”. Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center 1800 Highway 26 East, Grapevine, Texas, United States 76051-9641 DIRECTIONS: 2.5 miles north of DFW International Airport. Take 121N exit from the airport, exit Bass Pro, turn left heading over the overpass and right on Hwy 26. The hotel is the first turn in on the left. Or exit off of I-635 LBJ Freeway.

For reservations contact the Knives Illustrated Spirit of Steel Knife and Sword Show, P. O. Box 22007 , Chattanooga , TN 37422 . 423-238-6753. email bruce@jbrucevoyles.com.

For more information on the ICCT please visit our web site @ www.cuttingcompetition.com
 
Carl has cleared the way for the last weekend of October (27th, 28th, & 29th).

This is a good and fun get-together. I have enjoyed the few times I have been able to go. Felt right at home with good old and new friends.

From Carl:

It's time to start packing your stuff and get ready for some real fun. Trackrock is almost here. Looks like we will have a pretty good crowd this fall. May have to move a few of the forge setups out to the side shed for some elbow room.

All participants wishing to partake in some of Anthony's BBQ need to let me know now so he can make plans.
Unless you let me know it will be first come first serve after those who have RSVP'd have been served. There will be a charge for the BBQ and this will be announced by the cook lte Saturday morning.
All visitors/spectators be aware that there is limited vending on site so bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenery.

To all who are coming for the first time: There is no charge for this event but please be respectfull of the campground and participant equipment and supplies. A donation jar will be available for those who would like to contribute to the "Fuel & Supplies Fund". This is a "Family" type atmosphere and it is expected of all to be aware of this. Horseplay or any other activity that might endanger anyone will not be tolerated. Safety is the #1 priority. You are responsible for your own safety gear which includes safety glasses, gloves, aprons, leather shoes/boots.

No one will be allowed to participate without Safety Glasses/goggles, period.


We have a lot of fun at these events, but keep in mind things are either very hot, very sharp or both. This includes the tools used as well.

If you have a project you've been working on or some steel you want to try out bring it along. Please bring samples of your latest work if you can. We do have a "show & tell" table for displaying your work. Besides the visitors like to see the final product as well as the process. If you have questions about procedures, techniques, tools, supplies, etc. bring them also. If you plan to participate and have equipment you can bring please do so. It's better to bring it and have it there even if you don't use it, than it is to have to sit and wait for an opportunity to use someone else's stuff.

Info on the campgrounds [and cabins] - www.trackrock.com
They also provide directions and good mapping.

Carpe ferrum!
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If luck holds out, it should be a beautiful weekend as far as weather. If you want Carl's email address drop me a line at Bastid{AT}gmail.com. or if you are interested in the BBQ lunch on Saturday just let me know and I will pass the word.
 
The International Cutting Competition Trail web site has been up-dated with pictures from the Championship Event in Springfield Missouri, Spirit of Steel Competition in Grapevine Texas and information on the Lone Star Cutting School coming up in December.

Reggie Barker wins the 2006 Championship and leads the pack for 2007.

Check it out at: www.cuttingcompetition.com
 
Just realized I posted my question in the wrong thread. I am new to knifemaking and looking to take a class locally in NJ. If I cannot find one I'll try to go out to the California for a class when my full-time job allows. Anyone know of a class for folders in NJ?
 
This years featured demonstrators will be Wally Hoffseter,Vince Evans,Kevin Casshen,Don Fogg, Dr.Mike Blue, Rick Furrer,Iron Kiss Hammers will also be present as well as other suppliers

This event will take place the first weekend in May, at Lonesome Pine Forge (Larry Harley's).

PLEASE pre register as I need to keep track of the participants. For more information or to register, contact LarryHarley at 423-878-5368 or by downloading registration form and sending it along with fee.

This event will be geared toward a small informal gathering . Mike Blue and Rick Furr will make steel again this year :)

Kevin Cashen, and Vince Evans ;2 of my favorite sword makers will demo some of the finer points of forgeing a sword blade.

Don Fogg will also demo that week end,along with Wally Hoffseter, who will be doing a demo on handles and furniture on japanese swords

There will be a sword cutting comptetion . Bring your sword..

I am asking all participants to bring projects you are working on and I'm also asking that you bring something that didn't quite workout or something you are having trouble with or questions about. This should facilitate the leaning experience.

We will also have an Iron in the Hat saturday. afternoon. Sunday afternoon will be a round table and a knife show so bring your knives and swords

There are several cheap no-tell motels close by.see the links:
http://bestlodging.worldres.com/
http://bristoltn.areaguides.net/
http://www.haveanicestay.com/
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/
 
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