One-day folding knife workshop in Vaugneray

Activity description :

1. 8 hours45 minutes
2. Up to 2 people
3. From 16 years old

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of cutlery by taking part in a unique workshop dedicated to the creation of your own folding knife. Guided by a passionate craftsman, you'll discover the traditional techniques of forging, assembling and finishing that give life to a knife that's aesthetically pleasing, precise and durable.

Workshop schedule (8.45 a.m.):

• This passionate craftsman will be delighted to welcome you in the morning with a hot drink and some pastries.
• He'll then introduce you to the basics of his craft, the tools you'll have at your disposal and the safety instructions you'll need to follow.
• Then it's up to you! You'll start by forging the blade of your knife, which you can personalize with your initials.
• You'll then move on to the heat treatments required to strengthen the steel.
• The afternoon is devoted to finishing: polishing, handle assembly, gluing, riveting... Each step will bring you a little closer to the final result.

At the end of the day, you'll leave with your own unique folding knife, ready for immediate use!