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13817 1/2 Dixie Highway Louisville Ky, 40272
In the forge, you don’t just shape metal, you reshape yourself
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Legion Battle Forge is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting veterans, first responders, and their families through the art of metalworking. Our mission is to provide a therapeutic and creative outlet where participants can forge not only metal but also resilience, camaraderie, and a renewed sense of purpose.


For $50 Forge a Belt Axe – Blacksmithing Class Sat. Jan 10th at 10am
Led by Mathew Davidson of Davidson Forge
🔥 Class Overview
Duration: At least 6 hours so be at least 15 mins early.
Project: Forge your own 1 lb. belt axe
You Will Learn:
Traditional punching techniques, Drifting and shaping methods, Heat treatment fundamentals, Handling and finishing your completed axe
About Your Instructor
Mathew Davidson has been blacksmithing and bladesmithing since 2018, beginning his craft as the resident blacksmith at The Historic Village of Allaire in Farmingdale, NJ. Over two years, he trained under master craftsman Mark Morrow, developing a strong foundation in traditional forging. After relocating to West Virginia in October 2020, Mathew opened his shop to local veterans, offering introductory blacksmithing classes and continually refining his teaching methods to provide the best experience possible.
Credentials:
ABANA Member since March 2020
Apprentice Bladesmith (ABS) since December 2022
Teaching blacksmithing since Spring 2019
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