Classes are sold out for 2024. Due to shop relocation, There will be no more classes movong forward. Thank you for all of the great memories!

Meet the Bladesmith

Chad is an ABS ranked Bladesmith and a former contestant on the History Channels "Forged in Fire" his passion for knives started at a young age, inspired while watching fantasy/adventure movies with his father, he turned that interest into a 10-year career.

In 2013 Chad started forging on railroad spikes, coil springs, or whatever he could find on his farm outside of Palestine, Tx. Eventually moving back home to Central Florida, he began instructing bladesmithing for beginners and intermediate bladesmiths. 

Trained by Mastersmith's Steve Schwarzer and Jason Knight, he now takes the techniques he has learned to continue the art of bladesmithing and pass that knowledge on to the next generation of artists.

CUSTOM ORDERS

Have an idea for a custom knife, I'd love to work with you on it. Outdoor, Culinary/Chef Knife or historical recreation. Drop me a line and let's get working on your one of a kind piece. Contact form is below.

KNIFE MAKING CLASSES

Have you always wanted to get your hands dirty and forge your own blade? Black Hog Knives has the class for you. Be sure to check in for class schedules or contact us to get a private session. Check out the Forging Classes page for more info.