DJS BLADESMITHING
Bladesmith and knife maker based in NortheastWales, in the United Kingdom
My Journey
I’ve been making and forging knives since 2010. I take pride in producing high quality work, taking a piece of steel and turning it in to an attractive, functional, reliable tool that performs well.
As well as producing one of a kind knives and tools for sale;
I offer custom making, restoration and sharpening services.
I also offer beginner knife making courses which I host in a pre world war era blacksmith's forge, based in the beautiful greenfield valley heritage park, Holywell in Northeast Wales.
SERVICES
With my skills and services offered as a Bladesmith, If you’re looking for something more specific or specialized, please get in touch to discuss how I can help you.
BEGINNER BLADESMITHING CLASSES
This service is one of my most popular
Beginner bladesmithing class: £170 per person
Minimum age: 16+
The standard project is a blacksmiths/viking style knife which you will call your own and take home with you at the end of the day.
To book, contact;
KNIVES FOR SALE
Aside from running classes, I will make and list knives for sale once they are approaching the end of their build. I have a number of repeat clients, so they often get picked up within the first few days of listing!
I also take custom orders and can guide you through the decisions needed to create your perfect knife.
SHARPENING SERVICES
Need an edge bringing back to its best, I can make that happen!
Whether it is a kitchen knife, or a pocket knife, or an axe, I can tackle anything from a refresh to a full regrind.
Work required will vary alot, so please contact me with information and images of work required for pricing.
Starting at: £10 +pp
Rob,
"Very informative in a great forge! Dan takes the time to explain the theory of bladesmithing as well as the practical elements too. Great experience day that I really enjoyed and I came away with a great blade. Highly recommended"
Craig,
"What a fantastic day. From the start very informative safe and above all fun. Hot work but a grest day. Learned alot and walked away with a great viking knife"
Andy,
"Absolutely fantastic experience being taught by Dan how to forge a blade from billet through to razor sharp knife. Dan was an amazing, patient and knowledgeable teacher. The whole day felt like only an hour had passed and I came away with a great sense of achievement and an amazing knife!"
