Forge: Blacksmithing a Fire Striker

You will learn how to harden steel so that it can become fire steel and unlock the magic of making fire with flint and steel.

April 2025 10:00 AM 4:00 PM

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Forge: Blacksmithing a Fire Striker

You will learn how to harden steel so that it can become fire steel and unlock the magic of making fire with flint and steel.

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About

Instructor Yori Seeger first saw this ancient tool in a museum in Tallinn, Estonia. Classic “C-shaped” fire striker steels are devices from another age, used by peoples around the world for over two millennia to make fire until matches were invented in the 19^th century.

These strikers are a lot of fun to make. Come enjoy a day at Yori’s forge, have a turn at using your fire striker to make fire, and unlock the secrets of blacksmithing.

Details

BARN forge events are held in open-air, unconditioned spaces. Please dress accordingly.

Details

A $30 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need.

Class Policies

Wear natural-fiber clothing only (no synthetics that could burn your skin).
Wear sturdy shoes with closed toes and heels. Sandals are not permitted.
Ages 14 and up are welcome.

Instructor

Yori Seeger

Yori is a sculptor and a blacksmith who trained in Florence, Italy, and received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the San Francisco Art Institute. He cofounded an art school called Visual Philosophy where he created and taught the curriculum for both blacksmithing and sculpting programs. He has worked in sculpture studios, foundries, and blacksmith shops for 20-plus years. He specializes in large-scale, figurative sculpture; ornamental ironwork; and forging woodworking tools. He's also very passionate about teaching these trades and traditions. View Yori's work at https://www.yoriseeger.com.