When NorthStar Forge founder Jason Kraus is asked how he got started in knifemaking, his typical response is, “I just never grew up.” But it’s really much deeper than that. Becoming a bladesmith has been the perfect forging of both his appreciation for knives and...
‘Bladesmithing is a craft that takes many years to perfect. I am just starting out and only make knives for fun not money, but I am committed to getting better’ – Chris Pears Chris Pears has been a member of NorthStar Forge since 2022. His...
Sparking a love for forging and metal work has been paramount for NorthStar Forge founder and ABS Journeyman Smith Jason Kraus. That’s an impression that was realized in former NorthStar Forge apprentice, Francis Beck, who continues his passion in blacksmithing,...
Here at NorthStar Forge, we just wrapped up a seminar with Mareko Maumasi, an amazing bladesmith who specializes in creating beautiful mosaic Damascus. Founder of the Olympia, WA – based Maumasi Fire Arts and co-host of Knife Talk Podcast, Maumasi was invited...
Good news . . . NorthStar Forge is growing! To keep up with demand, we’ve invited Jake Krzenski to help out, leading a few classes of his own. Jake has been great helping out with group classes, so we’re excited for him to be even more involved at the...
‘I have always had a love affair with knives’ – Dr. Chris After taking his first railroad spike knife class in February of 2020, it didn’t take long for Chris Tillotson (aka Dr. Chris) to realize one class just wasn’t enough. Not only was Chris the...
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