kgshandforged

10/15/2026

Purdy! 😍😍😍

10/14/2026

Finally!!!
The time of the year when standing next to the forge is a welcomed proposition! Happy hammering yall!!!

10/14/2026

Temper color on one of today’s wips.
Tempering is the process of heating to draw back the hardness. It is a necessary step after the quench(hardening). It does take away a bit of hardness but it replaces it with toughness. Gold/hay means you hit your 400 degree target.
-things you learn in class.

10/09/2026

Filling FAST only 3 spots left!
Now booking for December 5th!

This class will be a combo of intro to knife forging and level 2. No experience needed for the intro class! 13-17 years olds need a chaperone. Spots are $100(intro) or $135(level 2) and payment reserves your spot(s).
Holler at me for more details! Thanks yall!

10/03/2026

This class wasn’t full but is sure was fun! Always a good time in the smithy. Thanks for coming out guys!

10/02/2026

Little piece squished out nicely! Gunna find a couple knifes in there! Would make some great stock for a custom order!!!
Also finished rough forging on Ian’s piece.

10/02/2026

Working up a cool piece for a project. 23layers/nickel/52100/nickel/23layers. 52100 is my go to steel for hunting knifes.

09/30/2026

Had firefighter couple who had to reschedule for this Saturdays class. Couple extra spots available in this Saturdays intro to knife forging class! Holler at me for more details!

I know it’s hot right now but cooler weather is coming! That means class season is almost here!!! We officially kick off with the brave soldiers class(private) this Saturday!
The next available class date will be October 3rd!
This will be an intro/level 2 class. Class spots are $100 each, payment reserves your spot(s). Class size is limited to 6-8 people and tend to fill quickly.
In class we work as a group through the steps of hand forging and heat treating a 7-8” overall length, through tang knife. Each student leaves with the knife they forged with their own hands! 14-18 years of age require an adult chaperone. Kids 13 and under can take a “kids” class, if your interest please holler at me!
Looking forward to meeting and hosting you and yours! Appreciate each and every one of you! We have currently hosted 461 students, yet to have one leave without a smile!

09/25/2026

Liners roughed out.

09/22/2026

Found its forever hip. I’m excited cuz I know who is getting it!