October 11-12-13: Bowie's Hammer-in 2013 at Claiborne's Forge, Knoxville TN. Contact Ron Claiborne ("Bowie") at 865-660-1569.

Among the demonstrators expected:

Jim Batson

Alex Daniels

Jesus Hernandez

Alan Longmire

Bill Wiggins

Richard Williams

Mark Zalesky (definitely NOT forging)

and more TBD...

• Numerous demonstrations on various aspects of bladesmithing and knifemaking; from hammer work to the finer points of knife construction, design, and ornamentation.

• Discussions about the Bowie and other classic knives of America’s past

• A mini-knife show featuring handmade knives crafted by those in attendance (Saturday afternoon)

• An “iron in the hat” raffle that will include supplies, tools, knives, and other items (Saturday afternoon)

Knifemaking supplies and books will be available from a few dealers on site. Vendors are welcome, and tailgate sales encouraged!

Admission: FREE (free camping is also available onsite, no RV hookups)

Location: 2918 Ellistown Road, Knoxville, TN 37924

Directions: take I-40 to Rutledge Pike (exit #392), go north on Rutledge Pike 5.4 miles to

Ellistown Road. Left on Ellistown Road, 0.9 miles to #2918 (just past the 4 way stop, you’ll see

the cars and tents ahead on the right hand side of the road.)

For event info contact: Ron Claiborne: 865-660-1569 (cell phone)

I think this is the 11th year for Ron's event. Anyone out there have photos from previous years?

Mark