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EyrieForge.Shop Eyrie Forge Shop, the start of a journey into knifemaking or forging. We can meet your needs.

There are numerous knife rituals, probably none as amazing as the one involving the sgian-dubh, which is an old Scottish...
29/12/2022

There are numerous knife rituals, probably none as amazing as the one involving the sgian-dubh, which is an old Scottish Gaelic for a type of knife used as part of Highland attire. Traditionally, the sgain-dubh is kept in the wearer's sock.

Many medieval smiths had extensive training and advanced through the ranks of apprentice, journeyman and master to becom...
22/12/2022

Many medieval smiths had extensive training and advanced through the ranks of apprentice, journeyman and master to become more renowned and prominent craftsmen.

Did you know that the Bowie knife gets its name and reputation from James Bowie, a famed knife warrior who perished at t...
15/12/2022

Did you know that the Bowie knife gets its name and reputation from James Bowie, a famed knife warrior who perished at the Alamo.

In ancient times, the use of charcoal was one of the most significant developments in blacksmithing. It burnt hot and fo...
08/12/2022

In ancient times, the use of charcoal was one of the most significant developments in blacksmithing. It burnt hot and for lengthy periods of time, allowing smiths to more precisely regulate the process and make more intricate things. However, because their scientific understanding was still relatively limited, much of the ironwork at the time was either soft or fragile.

We are offering knife making classes. Our classes are small with one on one training. If you require any further inform...
03/12/2022

We are offering knife making classes.
Our classes are small with one on one training.

If you require any further information send an email to [email protected] and we will send you a registration form.

(Classes run over 2 days - Friday & Saturday)
Dates can also be requested, but are subject to availability.

Persian shamshir from the second quarter of the nineteenth century, curved Damascus steel blades with Arabic engravings...
01/12/2022

Persian shamshir from the second quarter of the nineteenth century, curved Damascus steel blades with Arabic engravings and inscriptions. They featured gold inlays, silver hilts artistically etched with floral designs, bone and chain grips, wooden scabbards covered with velvet silver mounts. They were 91 cm in length

This weekend we were at the Cape Knifemakers Guild. Thank you for all the support ! Remember that we still offering knif...
26/11/2022

This weekend we were at the Cape Knifemakers Guild.
Thank you for all the support !
Remember that we still offering knife making courses in December. Make your booking soon to avoid disappointment.
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Blacksmiths had an important role in medieval society, frequently establishing their shops in prominent locations in the...
24/11/2022

Blacksmiths had an important role in medieval society, frequently establishing their shops in prominent locations in the middle of the village. They would fabricate nails, furniture, locks, horseshoes and armour in addition to weapons. The blacksmith became indispensable in any community and their skills evolved accordingly.

We are offering knife making classes. Our classes are small with one on one training. If you require any further inform...
19/11/2022

We are offering knife making classes. Our classes are small with one on one training. If you require any further information send an email to [email protected] and we will send you a registration form.
Our next available class dates:
(Classes run over 2 days - Friday & Saturday)
25 & 26 November 2022
09 & 10 December 2022
Dates can also be requested, but are subject to availability.

Did you know that flint was used to make the first knives. The first metal knives were symmetrical double edged daggers ...
17/11/2022

Did you know that flint was used to make the first knives. The first metal knives were symmetrical double edged daggers made of copper. The first single edged knife was manufactured 4000 years ago in the Bronze Age.






We are offering knife making classes. Here are some of the knives that were made in our classes last week. Our classes a...
14/11/2022

We are offering knife making classes. Here are some of the knives that were made in our classes last week. Our classes are small with one on one training. If you require any further information send us an email to [email protected] and we will send you a registration form.
Our next available class dates:
(Classes run over 2 days - Friday & Saturday)
25 & 26 November 2022
09 & 10 December 2022
Dates can also be requested, but are subject to availability.

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16th Street, Elsies River Industrial
Cape Town
7480

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Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00

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