Hanoi: Hands-On Knife Making Workshop with Master Blacksmith

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Hanoi, Vietnam

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Craft your own traditional Vietnamese knife
Learn from a master blacksmith with over 40 years of experience
Take home a unique, personalized handmade souvenir
Create a custom, fully functional blade to use at home

What's Included

Bottled water
Snacks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Under the guidance of a master blacksmith, you will craft a traditional knife from start to finish. Once completed, take it home as a unique and practical souvenir from Vietnam.

Full description:

Step 1: Choose your preferred traditional Vietnamese knife design.

Step 2: Forge the steel using traditional blacksmith techniques.

Step 3: Shape the knife with workshop machines.

Step 4: Perform the first grinding to create the blade edge.

Step 5: Heat-treat and harden the blade for strength.

Step 6: Grind and sharpen the blade a second time.

Step 7: Refine the blade to make it thinner and sharper.

Step 8: Attach the handle and assemble the knife.

Step 9: Water-sharpen the blade to a razor-sharp edge.

Step 10: Finish, package, and take home your handmade knife.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Experience Being A Blacksmith in Da Sy Craft Village

Tags

Art Classes
Craft Classes
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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