Bushfire Forge reviews

6 Sep 22'

Aaron reviewed: One Day Bladesmithing Course - London Border

"Booked for a stag do. Owen was super helpful accommodating our shifting plans up till the date. Once we got there he was a fantastic teacher and helped everyone every step of the way. We all came away with a knife we are proud of and had a fantastic time. Cant recommend more."

11 Mar 22'

Steve Harvey reviewed: Axe making class - London Border

"One of my best experiences so far! Owen is a fantastic tutor and really knows how to get the best out of people, he is funny and interesting all in one which makes the course so enjoyable. I really can’t express enough how brilliant the whole experience was! Highly recommend his courses to anyone looking to try something different or to improve on their skills."

10 Mar 22'

steve harvey reviewed: One Day Bladesmithing Course - London Border

"Absolutely brilliant day!! Owen is a fantastic tutor and a all round lovely man, he covers everything every step of the way until the completed blade! Highly recommend this for anyone who would like to try something different."

4 Feb 18'

Lou & Rob reviewed: One Day Bladesmithing Course - London Border

"Excellent day. Owen was a great tutor and kept a sharp eye on progress, helping out where needed. Everyone completed their knife and took it home. All tools and safety equipment was provided, small group size (7 on our day) meant we could all see the demo and get the required amount of attention. Owen is a master craftsman, he showed us some stunning examples of his work. The detail he can get on a blade is amazing. I would recommend this class to anyone."

5 Jan 16'

Richard Ford reviewed: Kitchen knife making course

"A fantastic course, three days completely removed from normal day to day life, focussed on creating something beautiful and useful."

5 Jan 16'

John Wood reviewed: Kitchen knife making course

"Just brilliant fun, this is all about doing it yourself. Hard work for those not used to handling tools. The grinding is the worst, such control required, so easy to go wrong, so good when you have done something to be proud of. Owen, thanks, you make sure that all of us do have a knife to be proud of. This was my second course at Bushfire Forge, and will not be the last. I used mine to carve the turkey!"

5 Jan 16'

Peter Mace reviewed: Kitchen knife making course

"I really enjoyed this course. The forging of the initial shape of the blade is hard work-be prepared for 4 to 6 hours of hammering-and the grinding to shape takes a bit of concentration. But Owen gives enormous support and encouragement,and it clearly is hugely knowledgeable, and willing to share this. I've ended up with a knife I'm very proud of, and though Owen had to do bits of it for me (I was not to be trusted with some of the grinding!), I legitimately can claim it as my work, and achieving somethingI never thought I would/could"