About the Course

A two day hands-on weekend course where the student will make a copper habaki. Skills learned will include forging and annealing the metal, hard-soldering, filing, shaping, polishing and decoration. All tools and materials required are provided.

The student should provide his own blade, properly shaped on water-stones in preparation, to ensure a well-fitted habaki.

Price

The price of the course is $500 and is limited to four students per session. A deposit of $100 is requested, refundable up to 60 days before the session begins.

Sessions Available

• June 26 – 27, 2010: Habaki Course
• September 11 – 12, 2010: Habaki Course

Photos from Previous Classes