Introduction to Forge Welding
Admission
- $80.00
Location
6250 Riverdale Dr NW
Anoka, MN 55303
United States of America
Summary
Instructor and Class Champion: Gordon Barr
Description
Saturday, March 29, 2025, 9am to 4pm
Location: MN School of Horseshoeing (see map and directions below).
Instructor: Gordon Barr
Cost: $80
Class size: Max 8
Class champion: Gordon Barr
Class Description: How to manage the fire, forge with and without flux, preparing scarfs on the ends to be welded.
Depending on time available, possible projects include a flux spoon, tripod, chain links, jump weld, leaves and tendrils, basket twist, attaching a hard steel edge to tools. Basic forging skills needed.
Tools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Favorite hammer and tongs for 3/8 round if you have them.
Safety Equipment: Bring safety glasses and appropriate clothing the usual for forging with coal: safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying, and leather boots or shoes.
Lunch Arrangements: Bring a lunch and water or dine at local fast food places.
*** Registration acceptance will be based on the date of enrollment and will be confirmed by an email.
Questions? Email Gordon Barr at agbarr@metalsmith.org