Today, these hammers are uncommon in the US but they have a rich tradition in blacksmithing and bladesmithing worldwide, especially in Japan where they are known as Kozuchi and medieval Europe as cutler or saw makers hammers. The highly forward-weighted design improves accuracy, makes them easy to swing, and they are perfect for precise hammer work like setting bevels on blades.
Strenuous Activity: In this class you will be paired with another student where you will use a sledge hammer to strike while they guide the work. Swinging a sledge hammer is a physically strenuous activity.
Instructor: SmithMark Ling
Location & Duration: Village Smithy, 10 hours
Materials: All materials provided
Enrollment & Refunds
Enrollment must be completed at least one week before the class date.
No refunds are offered once the enrollment fee has been received.
If a student cannot attend, they may reschedule once on a space-available basis. To reschedule, students must contact us in writing before the class begins at info@pioneerfarms.org. No exceptions.
Prerequisites
No experience necessary
After completing it, students become eligible for Basic Blacksmithing: Core Skills.
What to Wear
A cotton or other natural-fiber shirt (long sleeves optional)
Long pants or jeans
Work boots or closed-toe shoes
What to Bring
Safety glasses (required)
Hearing protection (optional)
Water (at least 1 gallon in the summer)
Sack lunch (classes include a 30-minute break)
Gourmet sandwiches, chips, and drinks are available for purchase in the General Store.
Age Requirements
Class is designed for ages 18 and older.
Ages 15–17 may enroll if a parent or legal guardian signs the attendance release form at the start of class.
Ages 12–14 may enroll only if a parent or legal guardian also enrolls in and attends the class with them. No exceptions.
Today, these hammers are uncommon in the US but they have a rich tradition in blacksmithing and bladesmithing worldwide, especially in Japan where they are known as Kozuchi and medieval Europe as cutler or saw makers hammers. The highly forward-weighted design improves accuracy, makes them easy to swing, and they are perfect for precise hammer work like setting bevels on blades.
Strenuous Activity: In this class you will be paired with another student where you will use a sledge hammer to strike while they guide the work. Swinging a sledge hammer is a physically strenuous activity.
Instructor: SmithMark Ling
Location & Duration: Village Smithy, 10 hours
Materials: All materials provided
Enrollment & Refunds
Enrollment must be completed at least one week before the class date.
No refunds are offered once the enrollment fee has been received.
If a student cannot attend, they may reschedule once on a space-available basis. To reschedule, students must contact us in writing before the class begins at info@pioneerfarms.org. No exceptions.
Prerequisites
No experience necessary
After completing it, students become eligible for Basic Blacksmithing: Core Skills.
What to Wear
A cotton or other natural-fiber shirt (long sleeves optional)
Long pants or jeans
Work boots or closed-toe shoes
What to Bring
Safety glasses (required)
Hearing protection (optional)
Water (at least 1 gallon in the summer)
Sack lunch (classes include a 30-minute break)
Gourmet sandwiches, chips, and drinks are available for purchase in the General Store.
Age Requirements
Class is designed for ages 18 and older.
Ages 15–17 may enroll if a parent or legal guardian signs the attendance release form at the start of class.
Ages 12–14 may enroll only if a parent or legal guardian also enrolls in and attends the class with them. No exceptions.
