Clarke Knives reviews

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

"My 87 year old father and I attended the one day bladesmithing course at Vladvark. We are both fairly ‘hands on’ when it comes to life’s practical challenges and were both excited to be learning new skills. Graham, his son and his son’s son (yes three generations) delivered an exceptional experience which combined as much metallurgy science as you could consume with the real, hands on process of turning a piece of metal into a knife. Plenty of hot and cold drinks were on offer along with a very substantial sandwich for lunch. We also got to enjoy the playful banter between the three generations of family members…All in all a fantastic day that I would thoroughly recommend to anyone that fancies it…Give it a go you’ll be really pleased you did."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Hamish and congrats to your Dad. He’s our second oldest participant but by a long way the oldest who didn’t need any help along the way ????"

Hamish Good reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"My 87 year old father and I attended the one day bladesmithing course at Vladvark. We are both fairly ‘hands on’ when it comes to life’s practical challenges and were both excited to be learning new skills. Graham, his son and his son’s son (yes three generations) delivered an exceptional experience which combined as much metallurgy science as you could consume with the real, hands on process of turning a piece of metal into a knife. Plenty of hot and cold drinks were on offer along with a very substantial sandwich for lunch. We also got to enjoy the playful banter between the three generations of family members…All in all a fantastic day that I would thoroughly recommend to anyone that fancies it…Give it a go you’ll be really pleased you did."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Hamish and congrats to your Dad. He’s our second oldest participant but by a long way the oldest who didn’t need any help along the way ????"

Jamie reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"A great day and really appreciate the skill, knowledge and input from Graham, David and Decklan. Brilliant to spend a day bladesmithing and love the knife I made."

Clarke Knives responded:

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

"A great day and really appreciate the skill, knowledge and input from Graham, David and Decklan. Brilliant to spend a day bladesmithing and love the knife I made."

Clarke Knives responded:

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Shane Hallett reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Wow what can I say I have always wanted to make my own knife and I have finally achieved it. The excellent tutorage, humour and warm welcome all made the experience one I will always remember. We were taken step by step through the process which enabled us to watch the professional then start on our own knife slowly watching the knife come alive out of the metal billet we were give. You were able to go along at your own pace with someone always ready to step in and help if you needed it and even make slight changes to the design to suit you, I went for a nicely balanced knife with beautiful blue swirly handles and I. must say I am very happy with the final result. The best thing is that I can now sign up for the virtual open days and go along and start another project at my own pace using their facilities and knowledge by paying a reasonable day fee. I will definitely be back to do another soon."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Glad you enjoyed your time with us so much. We look forward to seeing you again."

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

"A brilliant, no-nonsense course with excellent tuition from the hugely experienced Clarke family who take a justifiable pride in what they do, offering a superb experience. It was the first time I had stepped into a working forge, but by the end of the day, I had made a knife from beautiful Damascus steel that I was really proud of. I learnt so much, as did my daughter who came with me on the day and made a lovely knife of her own. A thoroughly recommended great day out, and you'll leave with new knowledge, good memories, and a tangible, useful and unique memento of the day!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Saturday was one of those special days when it all came together so well. We’re so pleased that you and Abi had a great day too."

Guy Edwards reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"A brilliant, no-nonsense course with excellent tuition from the hugely experienced Clarke family who take a justifiable pride in what they do, offering a superb experience. It was the first time I had stepped into a working forge, but by the end of the day, I had made a knife from beautiful Damascus steel that I was really proud of. I learnt so much, as did my daughter who came with me on the day and made a lovely knife of her own. A thoroughly recommended great day out, and you'll leave with new knowledge, good memories, and a tangible, useful and unique memento of the day!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Saturday was one of those special days when it all came together so well. We’re so pleased that you and Abi had a great day too."

Jonathan Pemberton reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"This course was excellent. I got this for a friends 30th and this was just a fantastic day. Graham's and David's knowledge was amazing and the course was fascinating. This was really hands on and was satisfying going from an unshaped piece of steel to a knife was so satisfying. 10/10 would recommend!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Jon, It was an enjoyable day all round"

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

"This course was excellent. I got this for a friends 30th and this was just a fantastic day. Graham's and David's knowledge was amazing and the course was fascinating. This was really hands on and was satisfying going from an unshaped piece of steel to a knife was so satisfying. 10/10 would recommend!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Jon, It was an enjoyable day all round"

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

"Bought this for my Dads Xmas present and I joined him on the day. The course was so much fun, the Clarke family were incredibly knowledgable and the end product was amazing! Dad and I had the best day and we would highly recommend taking this course!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"So glad you both enjoyed your day with us so much"

Ben Hankins reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Bought this for my Dads Xmas present and I joined him on the day. The course was so much fun, the Clarke family were incredibly knowledgable and the end product was amazing! Dad and I had the best day and we would highly recommend taking this course!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"So glad you both enjoyed your day with us so much"

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

"A really good day spent learning a new skill, having fun and coming home with something useful (a sharp knife). Excellent teaching and guidance all throughout the day. Highly recommended."

Clarke Knives responded:

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Adrian Burholt reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"A really good day spent learning a new skill, having fun and coming home with something useful (a sharp knife). Excellent teaching and guidance all throughout the day. Highly recommended."

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Matty Graham reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"What can I say? Brilliant. Really good day with Graham David and Decklan. They showed us lots of well-needed tips and knowledge of how to forge. All 3 of them were over good. So helpful and always going round the group checking each person and helping and explaining things. I made a beautiful knife that I'm proud of. I could not have asked for better teachers. well-done lads.Thank you. Keep up the excellent work."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Great, we’re all so pleased you enjoyed your time with us ???"

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

"What can I say? Brilliant. Really good day with Graham David and Decklan. They showed us lots of well-needed tips and knowledge of how to forge. All 3 of them were over good. So helpful and always going round the group checking each person and helping and explaining things. I made a beautiful knife that I'm proud of. I could not have asked for better teachers. well-done lads.Thank you. Keep up the excellent work."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Great, we’re all so pleased you enjoyed your time with us ???"

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

"Took my 14 year old son for a birthday treat on this one day course and he loved it! He had done a bit of blacksmithing before but Graham, David and Deklan were great tutors and he learned a lot! Came away with a very impressive knife! Thanks for making him feel so welcome. Definitely recommend this course."

Emma reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Took my 14 year old son for a birthday treat on this one day course and he loved it! He had done a bit of blacksmithing before but Graham, David and Deklan were great tutors and he learned a lot! Came away with a very impressive knife! Thanks for making him feel so welcome. Definitely recommend this course."

Josh reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Had a great day learning to forge a knife with some really good guidance helping me along the way. Really friendly team with some nice lunch included too. Would absolutely recommend to anyone that is interested."

Will reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"A brilliant day learning so much about forging. Great family team who run the day and lots of experience between them. A very hands on experience with the knife making and thrilled with the end result, a strong, useful blade that you made yourself. Thank you, will be back for the axe making!"

Brian Chapman reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"I came in here as a total novice, and very much enjoyed the day. The class had a great vibe, and was very hands-on - but with great support and teaching from David, Declan and Graham. I ended up with a knife that I'm very proud of, and it was thanks to them that it happened."

Iain Hogan reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Fantastic day As somebody with a basic knowledge of DIY and how stuff works but having never worked with metal before I was a bit nervous at the start but equally at 62 I also had no desire to go back to school either. The course was excellent. The tuition was there when you needed it but hands off when you were heading in the right direction. There was a strong but not excessive focus on safety and as a result I felt 100% safe and under control in what was a potentially dangerous environment. There was a group of about 6 of us on the course all from different places, skill sets and ages (17 to 62) and all seemed to be getting the support they needed when they needed it The time flew and at the end of the day I had knife to show off to the family and all 10 digits still attached . The sandwiches were pretty good too. Great team, great day ,new skills learnt and a pretty good knife - Thanks guys"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Iain, It's lovely to get feedback such as this to let us know we're getting it right ???"

Paul K reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"I attended the one day course, had an excellent time and came away with a quality knife that is now in use in our kitchen. Graham and the guys are excellent tutors, explaining, then demonstrating each step. Any question answered and student techniques monitored through each stage to ensure you are doing the technique correctly. Very affable guys. Great environment; workshops as they should be."

Clarke Knives responded:

"So glad you enjoyed the day so much Paul."

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

"I had a very enjoyable day learning the craft of knife making. It was an introductory class and was well managed by the blacksmiths. I would recommend the class to friends and family."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Jonathan, So glad it was so good for you. Regards Graham"

Jonathan Bayliss reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I had a very enjoyable day learning the craft of knife making. It was an introductory class and was well managed by the blacksmiths. I would recommend the class to friends and family."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Jonathan, So glad it was so good for you. Regards Graham"

Tonia reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"A great day, no nonsense expert tuition and so brilliant to have forged my own knife! Very satisfying!"