SOMERSBY WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
At Somersby’s Forge: Shape Steel, Learn Hammer Control and Walk Away with a Kunai
A focused 5.5-hour blacksmithing workshop for ages 12+ at Artisan Estate where beginners forge a kunai-style blade and make a leather sheath—this guide lays out what to expect and what to bring.
At Somersby’s Forge: Shape Steel, Learn Hammer Control and Walk Away with a Kunai.
At Artisan Estate in Somersby, New South Wales, a 5.5-hour hands-on blacksmithing experience brings first-timers to the fire. Over the course of the class you’ll learn fundamentals of hammer control and metal forging, practice blade shaping and finishing, and complete the day by crafting a custom leather sheath for a forged kunai-style blade.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Forge a Kunai-Style Blade
Work with high‑carbon steel to forge a functional kunai-style blade, taking it through heating, shaping and finishing steps to produce a raw, usable piece you’ll take home.
Hands‑On Blacksmithing Fundamentals
The class teaches foundational techniques—hammer control, heating and shaping steel, basic blade finishing and handle wrapping—delivered in a format suited to beginners and first‑time forgers.
A Leather Sheath, Keepsakes and a BBQ Finish
Beyond metalwork you’ll make a custom leather sheath and wrap the handle with paracord, enjoy a BBQ lunch on the estate, and leave with both handmade souvenirs and practical skills.
What the day feels like
What it feels like at the forge
The day moves from demonstration to repetition: heat the steel, strike to shape, refine the profile and finish edges before switching to leatherwork and handle wrapping. It’s a compact, deliberate rhythm—physical work punctuated by careful instruction—designed to take a raw piece of steel to a completed kunai and sheath within the workshop period.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits—and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Enclosed shoes and long pants are required; bring a water bottle. The operator supplies all tools, materials and PPE.
The workshop runs approximately 5 hours 30 minutes; total time can vary depending on class size and participant skill level.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the blacksmithing class?
About 5 hours 30 minutes, although actual duration can vary with class size and skill level.
Do I need prior experience?
No experience is required; the class is designed for beginners and first‑time forgers.
What will I make during the workshop?
You will forge a kunai-style blade and make a custom leather sheath to go with it.
What should participants bring?
Bring enclosed shoes, long pants and a water bottle; all tools, materials and PPE are provided by the operator.
What are the age requirements?
Participants must be 12 years or older; anyone under 18 must be booked with a parent or guardian who is also attending.