Folding linerlock knife class (advanced course)

Due to high demand, classes are booked out months in advance.

To secure a spot, please join the mailing list. New dates and last-minute openings are released there first.

About Your Instructor

Your instructor is Dominic Binkert, a full-time knifemaker since 2014, with thousands of knives produced. You’ll be learning directly from someone who lives and breathes this craft.

Course Overview

This is a three day, hands on course where you will design and build your own liner lock folding knife

Titanium liners

Pm stainless steel blade (damascus steel available on request)

Titanium pocket clip

This is a small-group public class, meaning you may be joined by up to four other participants.

Handle materials, pin stock, blade finishes, and other details are all customizable on the day, allowing you to create something truly your own.

What You’ll Learn

Folding knife construction 

How to "set" a lock

How to set a detent

Fitting handles

Fitting pocket clips

Blade grinding 

Safe and accurate drilling

Basic manual machining

Profile refinement

Disc grinding

Heat treating

Handle shaping

Finishing & engraving

What You’ll Take Home

You’ll leave with a fully finished knife, engraved with your name. A piece you built with your own hands.

Location

Bayswater North, Victoria, 3153, Australia

What’s Included

All required PPE is provided:

Respirator

Safety glasses

Ear protection

Gloves

Apron

Important Info

Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm

(Some days may run shorter or longer depending on progress)

Food: Please bring your own lunch

Age Requirement: Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

Waiver: A liability waiver must be signed on the day