Apparently Cville offers its very own blacksmithing classes. A trade you never knew you needed to know. Not only can you take A CLASS you can continue your education with intermediate classes. Now I know all of you think I am mocking this class, but that just isn’t so. I actually think this is very neat and we would love feed back from anyone that has gone (or knows anyone that has gone). It certainly never occurred to me that such a class would be offered just - especially here.

Craigslist Ad:

Individual instruction is offered by a blacksmith with 30+ years experience. Students will use a coal fired forge to explore the basic metalurgy of iron and steel. You will also learn how to build a home-made forge, acquire equipment, and fabricate simple practical tools and hardware.

Classes are offered in 4-hour sessions for $75 per session at the instructor’s shop. Sessions are scheduled at convenience of student. All materials are provided. If interested respond to this posting or email dembling@virginia.edu.

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