Calerin Forge's online Blacksmith Shop offers a variety of traditionally forged products, as well as custom services, and commissioned ornamental or decorative work. We are excited to offer our custom made tomahawks such as the one we forged for the show Hillbilly Blood.
New products will be added as they become available, so please check back often.
**If you would like to buy a product or class as a gift, contact us at:**
(828) 506-1139, or send an email to: cburresssoc@yahoo.com
to purchase a Calerin Forge gift certificate.
All fees are non-refundable, but fees may be transferred from one class to another or to the next calendar year.
Prices may increase due to constantly changing prices of materials.
When visiting Calerin Forge, please observe our 10 mph
speed limit.
Introduction to Knife Making March 11 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Basic Blacksmithing March 17-18 |
This class will introduce students to the basic skill set necessary to successful forge work. The class is project driven and fast-paced. Participants will leave with a hands on knowledge of basic forge craft including heat treating and tempering of carbon steels. Cost: $650.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making April 8 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Bushcraft April 14-15 |
Students will forge a traditional style tomahawk, flint striker, and more. Cost: $525.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making May 6 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Advanced Bladesmithing 102 May 12-13 |
Students will learn to forge, heat treat and finish 2 high carbon steel knives. Cost: $625.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making June 3 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Junkyard Steel/ Homestead Iron June 9-10 |
Students will learn to identify and repurpose junkyard steel and will learn basic forgecraft and forge basic tools for the homestead. Entry level class. Cost: $600.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making August 5 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Advanced Bladesmithing 102 August 11-12 |
Students will learn to forge, heat treat and finish 2 high carbon steel knives. Cost: $625.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Basic Blacksmithing August 25-26 |
This class will introduce students to the basic skill set necessary to successful forge work. The class is project driven and fast-paced. Participants will leave with a hands-on knowledge of basic forge craft including heat treating and tempering of carbon steels. Cost: $650.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making September 2 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Bushcraft September 8-9 |
Students will forge a traditional style tomahawk, flint striker, and more. Cost: $525.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Damascus Weekend September 29-30 |
Students will learn to forge a billet of mixed high carbon steels and forge an 80 layer Damascus knife including heat treatment, etching, and attaching the handle. Basic blacksmithing and knowledge of forge welding required. Limit of two students. Cost: $725.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making October 7 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Basic Blacksmithing October 13-14 |
This class will introduce students to the basic skill set necessary to successful forge work. The class is project driven and fast-paced. Participants will leave with a hands-on knowledge of basic forge craft including heat treating and tempering of carbon steels. Cost: $650.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Junkyard Steel/ Homestead Iron October 27-28 |
Students will learn to identify and repurpose junkyard steel and will learn basic forgecraft and forge basic tools for the homestead. Entry level class. Cost: $600.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making November 4 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Damascus Weekend November 10-11 |
Students will learn to forge a billet of mixed high carbon steels and forge an 80 layer Damascus knife including heat treatment, etching, and attaching the handle. Basic blacksmithing and knowledge of forge welding required. Limit of two students. Cost: $725.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
Introduction to Knife Making November 18 ![]() Photo is to show example of possible end product. |
In this 1 day intensive class, students will learn basic forge-craft and will complete a high carbon knife with scale handles. They will also learn to finish and heat-treat their knives. Cost: $350.00 per person ($150.00 deposit required to secure a spot in the class.) |
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Traditional Fire Starter Kit- Includes traditional (Colonial) style hand-forged striker, flint, char-cloth, and jute twine in a tin box. $18.00 plus tax, shipping and handling. |
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Viking Fire Starter Kit - Includes Viking style hand-forged striker, flint, char-cloth, and jute twine in a tin box. $18.00 plus tax, shipping and handling. |
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Authentic reproduction of Viking battle axe. Hand-forged with a high-carbon steel cutting edge and hand-made ash handle. Completely heat treated and ready for your next Viking raid. Viking round shield made from 1/2" oak plywood with hand-forged and riveted iron rim and central boss, with historically accurate Norse ornaments. Forged iron central hand grip on back.
Axe blade is 9" long on a 30" handle. Shield is 30" in diameter. Viking Battle Axe and Shield $500.00 plus shipping and handling. Battle Axe only $325.00 plus shipping and handling. Shield only $225.00 plus shipping and handling. Add $25 shipping for axe only, $35 if ordering shield only, or $40 shipping when ordering both at the same time. |
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Railroad Spike Tomahawk - Hand-forged from a high-carbon railroad spike, heat-treated and tempered. Handle is hand carved White Oak. Ideal for campers or hunters. $125.00 includes shipping and handling. |
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Railroad Spike Knife - Hand-forged from high-carbon steel railroad spike, heat treated and tempered. Twisted handle for comfortable grip. Ideal multi-purpose camp knife. $75.00 plus shipping and handling. (with hand-sewn leather sheath, additional $30.00) |
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Custom Tomahawk (as seen on Hillbilly Blood episode "Tomahawg") - Hand-forged from antique wrought iron wagon tire (when available), with high-carbon steel bit. Handle is hand carved White Oak. Each is individually hand-crafted to provide generations of service. $225.00 includes shipping and handling. |
Custom copper Repousse Pieces now available from Calerin Forge!!
Send us your design and we'll quote you a price: Clan crests, coats-of- arms, pet memorials, and works of art.
These pieces available now!
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Calerin Canning Recipes by Cecelia Burress- Canning recipes, as well as information on how-to, and why. For beginners and experienced canners. 90 pages $15.00 plus $3.99 shipping and handling. |
Almanac is the first effort from my son's band Soldier's Heart. All songs are original compositions by Caleb, and although the band has evolved since, this is a very enjoyable CD featuring American-style music. For more up-to-date info., check www.Soldier'sHeart.com $15.00 includes shipping and handling. |
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T-Shirts - Soft green colored shirt with dark green ink depicting Calerin Forge Logo on back, and over left breast. $20.00 plus tax, shipping and handling. |