New England Knifemaking Seminar
hey guys this event is going to rock.... you can get some good info on how to for those of you who would like to see what it takes to make a razor. and Howard Schechter is going to be there doing a little demo also..... sharpening and honing.
its a good chance to get away for the weekend if you miss this weekend's get together in MA, you can more than make up for it here.
big names, lots of new comers... just a great time... and the food is well worth it! big meals and great friends. hope to see some of you there. feel free to mail me about any info. thanks guys
MAY 17TH & 18TH In DARTMOUTH, MA http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp...&zipcode=02747
High Hill Fox and Coon Club
361 Collins Corner Rd
North Dartmouth, MA 02747-1383
results for local hotels listed by google:
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camping on premesis also
give us some ideas for new demos, what would you all like to see.
THIS IS A TWO DAY EVENT. BREAKFAST LUNCH & DINNER SATURDAY AND BREAKFAST& LUNCH ON SUNDAY
so far for demos
Cable Damascus: Mike Spangler
Leather Sheath: Dan Gray
Forge Building Workshop: All of Us
Anodizing Titanium: Jerry Adams
Hollow Grinding: ?
Tapered Tangs: ?
Etching Equipment, Supplies & Techniques: Eric Beach from TUS Technologies (TUESTECH.COM)
Sharpening, Knives, (especially recurves) Razors, Equipment and Supplies: Howard Schechter from Theperfectedge.com
Forging: ?
Tong Forging Demo: Sam Salvati
Steel Smelt: Page
Stone Setting / Lanyard Rings: George Dailey
Cutting Competition After Lunch On Saturday. Everyone Bring a Big Knife
The Following Is The Parts List For Building A Forge.
1) 1 ½ Black Iron Pipe 6 Length (2)
2) 1 ½ Black Iron Pipe 90 Degree Elbow
3) 1 Ύ Black Iron Pipe Coupler
4) Ό NPT Black Iron Pipe 6 length
5) Bronze Cap For Ό Black Iron Pipe
6) 8 ID Forge Body 12 Long
7) 2 Hard Firebrick
8) ½ Pint ITC-100
9) Assembly Kit With 5 Propane Hose & Pressure Gauge
10) Inzwool 1 Thick 12 Long 24 Wide
11) 1 Male Quick Disconnect With Female Threads For Ό NPT Pipe
12) 1 Female Quick Disconnect With Male End To Fit Propane Hose Assembly
13) Ball Valve To Fit the Hose Assembly For Quick Shut Off
14) Teflon Tape ( Im Sure Someone Will Bring A Roll)
15) 3/8 Socket Head Bolt 1 ½ Long With 1 Nut (Non Stainless)
Most Items Can Be Found At EllisCustomKnifeWorks.Com
Darren Is A Great Guy With Great Products, Prices, & Customer Service ( And Hes One Of Us)
ADMISSION FOR THE WEEKEND MUST BE PRE-PAID SO WE CAN ORDER YOUR FOOD.
$75.00 NON-NECKA MEMEBRS
$60.00 NECKA MEMBERS
PAYMENT CAN BE MADE ON THE NECKA.NET WEBSITE: RESGISTRATION STARTS SATURDAY THE 15TH AND RUNS TILL MAY 1ST
