Savage Custom Knives, metalwork and cooking teacher

Savage Custom Knives

Savage Custom Knives

location_on West Ipswich, Brisbane

local_activity classes: MetalworkCooking

5.0 (63)

Ever wanted to make your own kitchen Knives? Come do a class with us! We're Queensland's largest Blacksmithing & Knife Making school running beginner friendly, no experience needed classes. Our shop is one of the largest and geared up workshops in Australia.

We're not just a guy in his back shed, we have a fully geared out commercial workshop and we're one of Australians largest Knife Making & Blacksmtihning classes with one of the best setup in Australia for what we do!

We have a range of classes to suit all interest such as multiple blackmsithing & stainless steel classes.
Classes are great solo activity or bring your mates, family, partner or kids along to share the experience and get a group discount! We also offer return discounts.

Don't buy one, make one yourself. Nothing more satisfying than making something yourself that will last a lifetime.






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Graham Schilling Mar 2024


It was a great birthday gift. The instuctor struck a nice balance between letting you try everything but assisting with the more difficult tasks. This helps you end up with a better result. I highly recommend these classes.

Sam Ibbott Mar 2024


Was a great experience and I learnt a lot, There is a lot to be learnt in the hobby and the class and teaching style are both a good base if you should want to try and well worth it the knife I made looks amazing and I am really happy with it

Kelly Mar 2024


Knife making was a great class and came out with an awesome product. The teacher was super helpful but also stood back to let you achieve what you wanted. Great value for money.

Edmond Woodford Mar 2024


Great afternoon, learnt heaps and had a great time, highly recommended. Love my new handmade knife.

Metalwork class review by Edmond Woodford - Brisbane

Zoe Joy Feb 2024


This course was wonderful! I'm delighted with the skills and knowledge I have gained and the support they gave us. They're openness to questions Waa wonderful and the guidance was perfect with enough to feel comfortable doing the work but not so much to be overwhelming or hard to understand.

I did this with my partner and a friend for my birthday, I felt like it was well worth the cost (especially with a booking for 3!)

Mau Macapagal Feb 2024


We attended a Japanese chef knife making class today, and it was an absolutely incredible experience. Nick was not just knowledgeable; he was a powerhouse of charisma, making every moment of the class engaging and lively. His hands-on teaching style and infectious passion for knife making transformed what initially seemed like a daunting task into an enriching and enjoyable journey.

He was more than just an instructor; his genuine enthusiasm and dedication to his craft were truly inspiring, making the entire experience unforgettable. We started the class feeling unsure, but under his expert guidance, we quickly gained confidence and skills.

By the end of the class, we were amazed by the transformation in our abilities and the beautiful handmade knives we had created. These aren't just tools; they are a testament to a wonderful learning experience and the artistry involved in crafting them. The payment for the class felt completely justified, considering the invaluable knowledge we gained and the sheer joy of the process.

We highly recommend this class to anyone looking to delve into the art of making not just Japanese chef knives but any kind of knife. It's an opportunity to learn from a truly great instructor whose passion and expertise are second to none. Five stars are not enough to express how rewarding this experience was.

Ryan Dixon Feb 2024


Very good I really enjoyed it and learned a lot. Very personalised teaching that was great

Samuel Weiss Jan 2024


This two day course was great. We covered all the basics and i was amazed by what I created by the end. The whole process was well explained and the instructor is there guiding you throughout the whole process. We went over multiple methods and the workspace was really cool.
I would recommend the course for anyone looking for a great experience.

Metalwork class review by Samuel Weiss - Brisbane

John Trengrove Jan 2024


Had fun and learnt about knife making, right amount of challenge and instructor was excellent.

Samantha Maher Jan 2024


Had a fantastic time making Japanese Chef Knives and Nick was fabulous! Highly recommend this course for anyone wanting to dip their toes into forging

Nicholas Sankey Jan 2024


Was great learnt what I needed to learn. Knives are looking great and look forward to going back for another class

Kristelle Wachs Dec 2023


Instructions were very clear, teacher was knowledgeable, safety first and good equipment provided . Thanks so much for a great day

Bryan Wood Dec 2023


Was super fun! Teaching was clear and understandable all the way through and made the class really enjoyable. Would recommend to friends 100%.

Joanne Tye Dec 2023


An outstanding experience. The workspace was very safe, the instruction was provided at a pace that suited my learning, I finished the course with a set of new skills as well as a great tool to take home!

Ben Abraham Dec 2023


My wife gifted me this class as an early Xmas present, and it was fantastic!

The forge was cool, the instructor was very knowledgeable and friendly. I got to make an awesome knife and get my blacksmith on!

I would highly recommend this course as an experience for yourself or as a gift for someone else.

Metalwork class review by Ben Abraham - Brisbane

Mitchell Brown Oct 2023


Quite an enjoyable class very educational and was very fun experience. The teacher was very knowledgeable And very helpful

Wyett Benecke Sep 2023


It was an amazing experience. Shane was an amazing teacher and I learnt so many things. The materials I were provided with were amazing and I enjoy my new knife very much. Can't wait to use it in my restaurant

Rodney Sumner Sep 2023


The best day ever spent with really friendly, helpful, and professional staff. All materials provided were as promised and the end results were above expectations. My wife and I shared the day as part of our 49th wedding anniversary and couldn’t have asked for a more welcoming reception from all staff and attendees. We would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to try something new and unique.

Metalwork class review by Rodney Sumner - Brisbane

Nathan Pink Sep 2023


Had a Father’s Day to remember with Nick & Darko the cool & relaxed teachers of my beginners course. Can’t recommend it enough for those wanting to learn a new hobby. I’m going back for more & can’t wait.
Thanks Stretch

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Sharon McTiernan Sep 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Teachers were excellent. They explained why and how so well. Very patient, very calm and absolutely the best fun.

Conor Rackemann Aug 2023

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


Got to do a knife making course at Savage Custom Knives made a really beautiful one that will last me for life. Highly recommend anyone who is interested to do it. Shane was amazing and taught me everything I need to go home and get started. This knife seriously will be an heirloom passed down.

Knife Making Class review by Conor Rackemann - Brisbane

Martin Jong Aug 2023


Instructor friendly and knowledgeable. Made sure no one in the class fell behind. Friendly, open and sharing environment great for any beginner.

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Jasmin Morrison Aug 2023


The teacher was very friendly down to earth kinda bloke instructed the class very well I learnt quite quick

Metalwork class review by Jasmin Morrison - Brisbane

Nathanael Martin Aug 2023


Great learning experience, is I'll be good m going back for another course in the future

Brendan Short Aug 2023


Was an awesome day, great experience. Teacher was very friendly, informative and easy to follow

Elise Lieberman Aug 2023


Absolute shout out to Nick, who made our day so memorable and enjoyable.
Would recommend to anyone looking into learn this amazing process which is disappear in our modern world!
Safe learning space for neurodivergent learns also… quote of Nick “no one can fail, I won’t allow it!”
You are a beautiful soul thank you for an amazing Sunday!

David Gormley Jul 2023


The course was enjoyable, not too in depth but still challenging, the instructor was happy to help when we ran into difficulties. Excellent

Mark Rogers Jul 2023


Clear instructions, excellent equipment, great options. Great results, personalised super sharp knife. Very different to my wood working skills.

Knife Making Class review by Mark Rogers - Brisbane

Chloe Nicolaou Jul 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


I can't speak highly enough of this workshop. The teacher was exceptional, with a charismatic approach to the class that instantly put you at ease and encouraged a fun learning environment. As an inexperienced female, I was really grateful for his knowledge and guidance, which made each part of the process stress-free
and achievable. It was such a thoroughly enjoyable day, that it has now sparked a strong interest in blacksmithing. Highly recommend this class to all, even if you've never picked up a tool in your life.

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Alison Strong Jul 2023


Nick was an awesome teacher, knowledgeable, engaging, organised and fun. The workshop is well setup. We felt supervised and safe at all times. We were impressed by what we achieved for being complete novices. Highly recommend. We’d do it again.

Metalwork class review by Alison Strong - Brisbane

Paul Bellette Jul 2023


Had an awesome time. Fantastic teacher, learnt a lot and happy with the end result.

Roy Sargent Jun 2023

5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews


A step by step class showcasing the entire knife making process, forging, working the steel, drenching, tempering and finishing. Nick was great, provided lots of information about the process, including some impromptu chemistry classes! Would thoroughly recommend the Savage team and this class.

Melissa Symmons Jun 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended


Nick was fantastic! Great pace, really patient and took the time to explain things really well!

100% would recommend already looking for our next class

Metalwork class review by Melissa Symmons - Brisbane

Paul Jun 2023


An outstanding adventure with Nick who provided not only his immense expertise but also insights which were thoroughly entertaining! I now appreciate where many of our expressions and colloquial sayings come from! Nick’s iron crafting skill allowed us to walk away with an almost expertly crafted knife, on my part. An unforgettable experience and highly recommended!

Alastair Wilkie Jun 2023


Our sincere thanks to Nick who guided us through this new experience and taught us new skills and provided great knowledge on the science and the technology's used in being a modern blacksmith. It was actually a lot of fun and hard work too. Nick was so engaging we always felt we were a) learning as we went along and b) safe in what can only be described as a hazardous work environment. Well done "Savage Custom Knives" for and excellent experience and worth the cost for the lessons. Wish I had taken photos of us working in the shop!

Duncan McLaren Jun 2023


Loved the experience, I would recommend it to anyone in a heart beat, its well run and extremely satisfying.

Cameron Stroud Jun 2023

3 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Fantastic session. The setup is very professional and perfect for learning blacksmithing. There was an anvil and forge per 2 students, where 1 student was using the forge, the other was on the anvil, which worked very well. The instructor provides a good overview on processes and provides further tips and advice per student to help them with their specific needs. Everyone made excellent looking, quality knives by the end the session in no small part thanks to the instructors. Highly recommend this for anyone interested in blacksmithing or knifemaking

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Michael Santry Jun 2023


Awesome. Enjoyed the entire session. Teachers were knowledgeable and loads of fun. I'm looking at what I can do next.

Trent Young Jun 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


Amazing experience. Nick and Shane were amazing. All the tools needed and you're guaranteed to leave with an amazing knife. Highly recommend and I will be back.

Alyssa Sly Apr 2023


Good day lots of fun really enjoyed our selves making the knives for partner bday

Metalwork class review by Alyssa Sly - Brisbane

Steven Cooper Apr 2023


This was proper fun.
The instruction was excellent and the workshop very well set up. I've already used my knife for cooking, and as predicted by Nick, am looking to make another one. Then maybe a third
Bashing red hot metal. What's not to like?

Shane Ryan Apr 2023

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


Nick & Shane go above and beyond to make sure we end up with a show room quality piece. They are patient, informative, professional and always up for a laugh. Thanks again boys we will be back for our 4th visit ;)

Metalwork class review by Shane Ryan - Brisbane

Gai Wolhuter Apr 2023


Very informative, met some nice people, have got some more knowledge, very interesting ideas, thanks

Michael Pehrson Apr 2023


With the expert direction and assistance from Shane I was able to make an incredibly sharp and beautiful kitchen knife. Shane is an amazing teacher who is willing to go through the finest details with you in the course so you end up with a knife that is not only useful, but something that is beautiful to look at and hold. I am very happy to have been part of the knife making course with such an expert teacher.

Shane Ryan Mar 2023

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


I had a great time and was thrilled to see what I accomplished when I’d finished. Nick the blacksmith was amazing and guided me through the whole process.

Jason Stevens Feb 2023


I had a great time. The guys are really knowledgeable and ready to assist in any way. Be sure to ask about the many origins of idioms in the English language: you’re in for a treat!
Everything that you need to achieve a great finished product is there for you to use.
You won’t be disappointed

Kylie Chatfield Feb 2023


All materials provided, stress-free atmosphere. Free soft drinks available. Easy parking and good access. Enthusiastic teacher offering practical support when needed. Good fun team building activity wether family, friends or for work.

Shane Ryan Jan 2023

4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews


This was a great experience, the team at Savage went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and more importantly like a blacksmith. Nick was very informative, helpful, patient and inclusive.

Shane Rush Jan 2023


Great afternoon making a beautiful custom knife. I was hoping to do all the work myself, however soon realised my skills were below par. Our teacher Shane would then step in and save my knife from irreversible damage. The finished product is great. Thanks again.

Metalwork class review by Shane Rush - Brisbane

Heine Wyk Jan 2023


We had such a great experience at Savage Custom Knives! I did a Japanese knife making class and my son did their one day knife making class.

The people that helped us were very knowledgeable in their craft and were very enthusiastic to pass their knowledge on.

They created a friendly and collaborative environment for us to learn something new.

We will definitely be back.

Thank you!

Angus Rayfield Jan 2023


My boys thoroughly enjoyed the knife making experience and would like to attend another class

Jason Miller Jan 2023


Hade a great time the guys at savage custom knives are really easy going and very informative showing you step by step with great explanation in how to black smith

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Trent Young Jan 2023

2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews


The entire experience was amazing! Highly recommend for anyone and everyone. Super helpful instructors and easy to follow process. The knife at the end is great!

Connor Fieldhouse Dec 2022


Great experience with clear and great instructions from teacher as well as being very informative

Matt Carlson Nov 2022


Excellent. Great experience and I’m definitely going back. Overall highly recommend for anyone interested

Daniel Baker Nov 2022


Fun to be had by all! Although I was interested in working with metal, I hadn't realized how much fun it would be.

Jackson Burge Oct 2022

6 ClassBento workshops attended • 6 reviews


I gave this class to my son for his 21st.
To have something he made himself and the value of new skills was a gift far bigger than I could have given him.
He really enjoyed the class and I the process of learning.

Japanese Chef Knife Making Workshop review by Jackson Burge - Brisbane

Scott Duff Oct 2022


Great class. Takes you from beginner to knife maker and you get a great custom knife to be proud of

Michael Smallbone Sep 2022


Shane was awesome, a great experience for anyone interested in bladesmithing. Fun and informative. Thanks again.

Knife Making Class review by Michael Smallbone - Brisbane

Genevieve Graw Jul 2022


Great introductory workshop, very friendly & supportive atmosphere. Shane is an excellent instructor. Loved the class & would highly recommend.

Metalwork class review by Genevieve Graw - Brisbane

Ashley Tulley Mar 2022


Fantastic class with a very patient and knowledgeable teacher. Myself and my tow sons loved it. We never thought we would end up with such a beautiful, professional product in such a short time.

Scott Macfarlane Jan 2022


Had an amazing experience during the 1 day knife making course. Shanes expertise stood out, providing us with his detailed insights to help us make our own knives without overwhelming us. I was so happy to take home such a high quality knife that will last me a lifetime. Would definitely do it again in the future.

Knife Making Class review by Scott Macfarlane - Brisbane

Nina Mitchell Jan 2022

37 ClassBento workshops attended • 36 reviews


Great teacher. Fantastic class. Quality finished product. I'm so proud of the knife I made. Highly recommend.

Metalwork class review by Nina Mitchell - Brisbane

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