Knife Forging Course in Galicia · Small Groups · Forge Your Own Knife
This knife forging course in Galicia takes place in my artisan workshop located in Eiras / O Rosal (Pontevedra, Spain).
It is a hands-on and honest experience: you will work with fire, steel and hammer to forge your own knife, starting from raw material and finishing with a functional, usable piece.
Courses are held in very small groups, with continuous guidance throughout the entire process.
🔨 ONE-DAY KNIFE FORGING COURSE
A full immersion into the craft
Field knife / Bushcraft / Puukko
During one full day, you will work in the forge shaping your own knife from raw steel, learning the real fundamentals of forging applied to knifemaking.
What you will do during the course
-Forge a field / bushcraft / puukko-style knife
-Hammer work starting from steel bar
-Control of shape and blade geometry
-Complete heat treatment (hardening and tempering)
-Functional finishing of the knife
-You take home the finished knife you forged
Course format
-Very small groups: 1 to 3 participants
-Continuous guidance throughout the entire process
-This is not a demonstration – you forge the knife yourself
Price
-€200 / person
-€180 per person (2 participants)
-€160 per person (3 participants)
🔥 DAMASCUS STEEL KNIFE FORGING COURSE — 2 DAYS
A complete introduction to Damascus steel applied to knifemaking
Over two days, you will work in the forge producing your own Damascus steel and forging a knife from it.
The course focuses on medium-sized knives (field, bushcraft or puukko styles).
This is a more technical and slower-paced course, designed to better understand steel behavior and the complete process from billet to finished blade.
What you will do during the course
-Production of Damascus steel (stacking and forge welding)
-Forging the knife from your Damascus billet
-Control of shape and blade geometry
-Complete heat treatment (hardening and tempering)
-Sharpening and functional finishing
-You take home your finished Damascus knife
Course format
-Very small groups: 1 to 3 participants
-Continuous guidance throughout the entire process
-Pace adapted to the student and the material
-Practical course, no empty demonstrations
Price
-€380 (1 participant)
-€360 per person (2 participants)
-€340 per person (3 participants)
🔪 3-DAY DAMASCUS COURSE
Larger or more complex knives
This course is intended for knives that require more time, precision and adjustment.
Over three days, you will work on a complete piece, with enough time to refine both the process and the finishing details.
Course content
-Forging of larger knives
-Kitchen knives or Bowie-style knives
-Guard work (brass, steel, etc.)
-Fine adjustments, refined geometries and more developed finishes
Three days allow time to correct, adjust and better understand every decision made during the process.
This format is ideal when the piece itself sets the pace and time is an ally.
Price
-1 participant: €480
-2 participants: €460 / person
-3 participants: €440 / person
👥 GROUP SIZE & WORKING METHOD
Courses are held with a maximum of 3 participants.
Working in very small groups allows the pace to be adapted, process times to be used efficiently, and attention to be given to details such as edge geometry, sharpening and knife use.
🧰 PRACTICAL INFORMATION
What the course includes
-All necessary materials
-Full use of the workshop and tools
-Safety equipment
-Step-by-step guidance
-Homemade meal included
-You take home the knife you forged
📅 DATES
Courses do not have fixed dates.
Whenever possible, I adapt to the availability of the participant.
👉 Write to me and we’ll figure it out together.
Workshop located in Eiras / O Rosal (Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain).
For specific dates or questions, it is best to talk directly and see which format fits best.
❓ FAQ
Where does the forging course take place?
In my artisan forge workshop in Eiras / O Rosal (Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain).
Is previous experience required?
No. The course is designed for beginners, with continuous guidance throughout the process.
What kind of knife is forged during the course?
A functional knife forged from raw steel. Depending on the format, it may also be adapted to a simple kitchen knife.
What is included in the course price?
Materials, use of the workshop and tools, a homemade meal, and the finished knife you take home.
How do I book a course?
Courses can be booked through the website or by contacting us via WhatsApp or email. Once the booking is made, dates and details are arranged directly.