Since we began teaching formal swordsmithing courses at Dragonfly Forge, we have been very lucky to teach friendly and talented students, many of which have been able to return for more instruction at the Tomboyama Nihonto Tanren Dojo. This year’s students have been as enjoyable and talented as ever, and with this years completion of our new dojo, teaching the curriculum has been a pleasure.

All of the students who have taken our course this year have been successful, and have been able to take home a handsome and functional blade.

Our June Basic Forging class was attended by a 12 year old student, Kevin, who showed a great deal of natural talent, even at his young age.

In July, another talented student, Bruce, attended our July Basic Forging Course. During the class, Bruce forged and heat-treated a very nice wakizashi, as well as a small tanto.

Several photos of these two students have been uploaded to a new gallery of our swordsmithing school. We will continue to add photos to the album as possible. Former students who would like to submit photos of their time at the dojo or of their completed projects are greatly appreciated.

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