Forge Your Legacy
LLForge is a blacksmith shop and forge-experience studio in Shelby, Michigan.
Experience the ancient art of blacksmithing as you work alongside a master with over 20 years of expertise. From forging Damascus blades to crafting intricate artistic flowers, create something truly extraordinary.
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Located in the serene backwoods of West Michigan, Mike Bailey brings over 20 years of mastery to traditional blacksmithing and bladesmithing.
Mike gained national recognition as a finalist in Season 5, Episode 13 of the History Channel's "Forged in Fire," where he presented the legendary "Horseman's Axe."
20+ Years Experience
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You will learn the basics of Blacksmithing. Forge a piece of square stock into a beautiful and functional wall hook. Suitable for all ages.
Transform a high-carbonknife blank into a stunning functional tool. Select from variety of
handle materials and pins.
Hand forge a railroad spike into a functional knife using traditional blacksmithing tools.
Blacksmithing Experiences
Learn by doing--forge your own project in a real working shop. Choose from six different experiences.
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Learn to Forge
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Create a Knife
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Damascus Billet to Blade
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Forge a Railroad Spike Knife
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Plasma Cut Metal Art
Custom Made Knives
Hand-Crafted Knives built to your specifications
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Damascus and High Carbon Steel
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Custom Handles and Finishes
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Chef, Hunting, and Collector Styles
Custom Metal Fabrication
One-of-a-kind metalwork. Combining Forged Elements with Modern Fabrication.
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Gates, Railings, Brackets, and More
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Wall Hooks and Hardware
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Decor and Small Production Runs
CNC Plasma Cutting
Precision Cutting for Signs, Parts, and Custom Designs
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Custom Metal Signs
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Logos and Branding
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Gate Inserts and Decor
Powder Coating
Durable, Professional Finishes for Metal Parts
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Parts up to 22" X 48"
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Gloss, Satin, Matte Finishes
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Outdoor Corrosion Protection