Aug 3, 2022 |
Learn to make unique cheese/cutting boards to keep for yourself or to give as a gift. There will be a variety of wood to choose from as well as different colors of epoxy for the inlay. This two-day class will teach even complete beginners everything they need to know to complete their projects. You will learn about working with wood as well as epoxy in this class. You will complete two cheese/cutting boards to take home. (Approximate size – 6”x10”) Active USW employees only One (1) session, Monday morning or evening. Class size limited to ten...
Aug 3, 2022 |
Each student will combine using the power hammer as well as hand forging techniques to create a hand forged sling shot from a railroad spike, and attach the bands to them. I also provide small canvas ammo pouches with extra ammo for them to take home. This class is a great intro to forging, and adds a bit of nostalgia, from most of our youth. This class is taught by Andrew Takach. On the popular TV show, Forged in Fire (season 4, episode 13), Andrew competed and ultimately won with his Shamshir sword. Several photos of his work have been published in books and magazines, including Knives Annual, Knife World, and Blade magazine. Active USW employees only One (1) session, Saturday morning. Lunch is provided. Class ends when all projects are completed. Class size limited to six...
Aug 3, 2022 |
Starting with the basics, learn the how’s and why’s of small gas engines, two (2) and four (4) cycle engines, and air-cooled overhead valve small engines. During the hands-on portion, you will be able to bring in your own equipment, troubleshoot and repair it to your satisfaction. The instructor will oversee and guide you in your work. Repairs can consist of anything from minor tune-ups to complete overhauls. Ten (10) sessions, Wednesday evenings. Class size limited to ten...
Aug 3, 2022 |
This class is cancelled due to low enrollment. Each student will hand forge a pruning knife, and hot punch a hole into steel and forge it into a bottle opener on the handle of the knife. We will also go over the heat-treating process and grinding. You will make a really cool tool for the garden or everyday carry. This class is taught by Andrew Takach. On the popular TV show, Forged in Fire (season 4, episode 13), Andrew competed and ultimately won with his Shamshir sword. Several photos of his work have been published in books and magazines, including Knives Annual, Knife World, and Blade magazine. Active USW employees only One (1) session, Saturday morning. Lunch is provided. Class ends when all projects are completed. Class size limited to six...
Jan 20, 2022 |
In this class, students will learn how to key up, re-key and master key residential knob locks. We will cover making keys by code, copying keys and making a key to lock without having a key. Students will be taught everything they need to know to re-key their house by learning how to gauge a key to set up a new lock. Information on where to purchase supplies and local locksmith organizations will be provided. Active USW employees only Four (4) sessions, Thursday mornings or evenings. Class size limited to eight...
