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October 2024 by Maxwell Toledo
I had an absolute BLAST forging for the first time. Mark was an excellent teacher and made my trip to Vermont so special.
This is an extremely unique experience and is so fun. I was there for around an hour, and now I have my own steel blade that I was able to take home!
You can book an appointment, but I just walked in and waited for the couple ahead of me to finish. If you are looking for new skills, a fun time, and something new to do, then definitely go forge with Mark!
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May 2024 by Otter Wesson
I had a great time and I can’t wait to go back for another lesson.
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June 2023 by Jennifer Mesaros
My 11yo took a class with Mark yesterday. Great experience, great teacher! Mark was patient, encouraging, and paid close attention to safety in a friendly way. My son LOVED it and is so proud of the hooks and keychain he made to take home. Mark threw in the value of hard work, standing up for yourself, and a strong handshake for free! Definitely a highlight of our entire New England trip. Call to book a lesson even if the online booking shows he’s full. I called and he fit us in.
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June 2023 by Mikel Christie
It was an awesome experience. Mark is a craftsman and very knowledgeable at his craft. If I lived closer I would love to be his apprentice. When I return I will forge knives. Anthony Christie from El Dorado Arkansas
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June 2023 by Smt Griffin
My boyfriend and I went and took a private lesson with Mark and made the knives pictured. Making these knives was a once in a lifetime experience! Mark is a great teacher. Mark listened to our design ideas and helped us make them come to life. Mark really enjoys his work and was patient and has wonderful hospitality. Mark opened the shop on a Monday for our lesson which is normally a day he’s closed! The process of blacksmithing was very relaxing and rewarding. In my opinion the price was very cheap and the experience worth every dime! Highly recommend to anyone they make this shop and a lesson a priority on their time in Quechee, Vermont.
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May 2023 by Matt Hollenbeck
My wife and I made railroad spike knives. We had a great time. It was an awesome way to spend a few hours, and came away with some unique handmade keepsakes. Thanks for an awesome experience!
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October 2022 by Justine Ste-Marie Beauchamp
Amazing place !!
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November 2019 by james buik
excellent quality products truly high quality craftsmanship genuine blacksmithing
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November 2018 by Rachael R.
This is a great place to visit if you are curious about blacksmithing. There are numerous handcrafted quality gifts available. You can also order things custom that will last for a long time.
