Clarke Knives reviews

20 Jul 22'

Phil Hunnisett reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Easy going simple to understand and a great experience, a thoroughly enjoyable day made by Graham and the team. I would recommend anyone who is thinking about such a day to book it."

20 Jul 22'

Phil Hunnisett reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"Easy going simple to understand and a great experience, a thoroughly enjoyable day made by Graham and the team. I would recommend anyone who is thinking about such a day to book it."

26 Jun 22'

Christopher Hallpike reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"One of the most enjoyable and interesting days I can recall. Graham, David and Decklan create a very friendly and informal atmosphere, but at the same time very professional, especially about safety, and also very happy to answer obscure questions about metallurgy. They guided us most proficiently through all the stages of making our knives, which I have always wanted to do, and I finished the day very proud of the knife, with razor edge, which I took home with me. Great experience!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We're all glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again sometime"

26 Jun 22'

Christopher Hallpike reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"One of the most enjoyable and interesting days I can recall. Graham, David and Decklan create a very friendly and informal atmosphere, but at the same time very professional, especially about safety, and also very happy to answer obscure questions about metallurgy. They guided us most proficiently through all the stages of making our knives, which I have always wanted to do, and I finished the day very proud of the knife, with razor edge, which I took home with me. Great experience!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We're all glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again sometime"

26 Jun 22'

Gareth Roberts reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"It was fascinating to learn the process and the staff made it very easy to ask questions. The atmosphere is extremely laid back and relaxed but while around machinery and in the forge all the staff were focused on safety and instructive where needed, this made for a great experience. I am so proud of the knife i made and will be returning with friends and family in the future"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks for your feedback and we look forward to meeting up with you again"

26 Jun 22'

Gareth Roberts reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"It was fascinating to learn the process and the staff made it very easy to ask questions. The atmosphere is extremely laid back and relaxed but while around machinery and in the forge all the staff were focused on safety and instructive where needed, this made for a great experience. I am so proud of the knife i made and will be returning with friends and family in the future"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks for your feedback and we look forward to meeting up with you again"

22 Jun 22'

Albert reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Really fun and thorough day, starting with a lump of metal and ending with a beautiful knife. We got coached through each step and I'm genuinely amazed with how well my blade turned out!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We're all happy you enjoyed your time with us"

22 Jun 22'

Albert reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"Really fun and thorough day, starting with a lump of metal and ending with a beautiful knife. We got coached through each step and I'm genuinely amazed with how well my blade turned out!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We're all happy you enjoyed your time with us"

19 Jun 22'

Mike reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"A really enjoyable day. The knife I made (with considerable expert assistance from Graham, David and Declan) was better than my expectations, I ended up with pretty much the knife shape I had envisaged. There was a great atmosphere in the Forge and Workshop, decent lunch and coffee breaks and it all felt safe and controlled. The options to upgrade to a para-cord handle, handle with holes for scales or even Damascus steel were useful and welcome. I'm looking forward to completing the knife handle at home."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks for your feedback and glad you enjoyed your time with us"

19 Jun 22'

Mike reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"A really enjoyable day. The knife I made (with considerable expert assistance from Graham, David and Declan) was better than my expectations, I ended up with pretty much the knife shape I had envisaged. There was a great atmosphere in the Forge and Workshop, decent lunch and coffee breaks and it all felt safe and controlled. The options to upgrade to a para-cord handle, handle with holes for scales or even Damascus steel were useful and welcome. I'm looking forward to completing the knife handle at home."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks for your feedback and glad you enjoyed your time with us"

12 Jun 22'

Nick Harper reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Wow, where do I start? I did the two day course, with the first day being mostly led by David and Deklan and the second by Graham. The atmosphere was relaxed with good banter and the instruction clear and obviously given from huge experience. They were always giving praise and encouragement as we progressed through their well thought out and practiced program. Everyone on the course, men, women young and old produced a knife of which they and the instructors were rightly proud. I'm already working on my wife to let me do the axe course next year! I can't recommend these guys enough. Thank you, also, to the other students as we all had an amazing time."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Nick, we all look forward to seeing you again."

22 May 22'

Sam Wise reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I had my blade forging experience yesterday and I'm so happy with all of it. Graeme, David and Decklan all tool great care of us, supported every participant and when I made mistakes they were explained and I was helped. A wonderful time out and an experience I won't forget."

22 May 22'

Sam Wise reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"I had my blade forging experience yesterday and I'm so happy with all of it. Graeme, David and Decklan all tool great care of us, supported every participant and when I made mistakes they were explained and I was helped. A wonderful time out and an experience I won't forget."

15 May 22'

Donna James reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"I attended the one day knife making course with my 13 year old son and we had an absolutely fabulous day. The mix of excellent technical knowledge and a friendly, fun approach meant that the day just flew by. I felt really well supported by both David and Decklan (under Graham's watchful eye!) and both my son and I came away with knives that we can truly say we made ourselves and are immensely proud of. Decklan is especially amazing - and was the perfect role model for my son. We will definitely be back! Thanks again Team Vlakvark - you are awesome :-)"

15 May 22'

Donna James reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I attended the one day knife making course with my 13 year old son and we had an absolutely fabulous day. The mix of excellent technical knowledge and a friendly, fun approach meant that the day just flew by. I felt really well supported by both David and Decklan (under Graham's watchful eye!) and both my son and I came away with knives that we can truly say we made ourselves and are immensely proud of. Decklan is especially amazing - and was the perfect role model for my son. We will definitely be back! Thanks again Team Vlakvark - you are awesome :-)"

15 May 22'

Nick reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"Brilliant day. The family were very helpful and knowledgeable. I came away with a knife that I made with their support that I am proud of."

15 May 22'

Nick reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Brilliant day. The family were very helpful and knowledgeable. I came away with a knife that I made with their support that I am proud of."

8 May 22'

Stu reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Really great day, will be booking again"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We look forward to seeing you again ???"

8 May 22'

Stu reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"Really great day, will be booking again"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We look forward to seeing you again ???"

2 May 22'

Ernest Tse reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"I had an excellent day out, it was a Christmas present from my wife and I will be returning the favor as she was rather jealous! David and Decklan are very knowledgable and patient with everyone, I was asking all sorts of questions and everything was answered clearly and explained at length (busted a few tv myths as well!). We will be booking again for friends and families, I will be looking to book an axe-making course next! I highly recommend The Vlakvark Forge courses!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"I'm glad your day went well - sorry I couldn't be with you - perhaps next time ???"

2 May 22'

Ernest Tse reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I had an excellent day out, it was a Christmas present from my wife and I will be returning the favor as she was rather jealous! David and Decklan are very knowledgable and patient with everyone, I was asking all sorts of questions and everything was answered clearly and explained at length (busted a few tv myths as well!). We will be booking again for friends and families, I will be looking to book an axe-making course next! I highly recommend The Vlakvark Forge courses!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"I'm glad your day went well - sorry I couldn't be with you - perhaps next time ???"

11 Apr 22'

David reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Excellent course. Instruction when you need it, but plenty of time to get on and work at your own speed."

24 Mar 22'

Sandra reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"I received the I day blade smithing coarse as a gift. Every step of the process was explained to us, demonstrated and then we would have a go. The guys were very helpful and no question you asked was frowned apon. Making something beautiful out of a bit of metal is a very satisfying experience. I am going to start saving some money so I can go back and do the Axe making course. I highly recommend The Vlakvark Forge courses."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Sandra, we look forward to seeing you again ???"

24 Mar 22'

Sandra reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I received the I day blade smithing coarse as a gift. Every step of the process was explained to us, demonstrated and then we would have a go. The guys were very helpful and no question you asked was frowned apon. Making something beautiful out of a bit of metal is a very satisfying experience. I am going to start saving some money so I can go back and do the Axe making course. I highly recommend The Vlakvark Forge courses."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Sandra, we look forward to seeing you again ???"

21 Mar 22'

Mark Booth reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"This was a great experience and to have something to take away at the end to remind you of it is excellent. The family team at Clarkes Knives are really engaging and very knowledgable, walking everyone through all the steps and making sure everyone, even the younger members of the group who found swinging a large hammer a bit much, got a good result. The option to add extras top the booked result - in my case para cord on the handle was appreciated and made the end result even better. Would thoroughly recommend and am considering going back for another go!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Great that you enjoyed yourself so much. We look forward to seeing you again."

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