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Knife Crafting: Hanoi's Blacksmith Experience
- Discover the art of blacksmithing at Hanoi’s Knife Making Class.
- Explore the traditional craft villages located on the outskirts of Hanoi.
- Engage in conversations with the local residents.
- Experience every step involved in crafting a basic knife.
- Discover the art of blacksmithing at Hanoi’s Knife Making Class.
- Explore the traditional craft villages located on the outskirts of Hanoi.
- Engage in conversations with the local residents.
- Experience every step involved in crafting a basic knife.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Đa Sỹ - This village, famous for its blacksmithing craft, boasts a rich history spanning several centuries. Once a key supplier of weapons during the Vietnam wars, the village now produces agricultural tools, preserving its forging heritage.
In this interactive class, participants will engage in the detailed process of knife crafting:
Design: Start…
- Đa Sỹ - This village, famous for its blacksmithing craft, boasts a rich history spanning several centuries. Once a key supplier of weapons during the Vietnam wars, the village now produces agricultural tools, preserving its forging heritage.
In this interactive class, participants will engage in the detailed process of knife crafting:
Design: Start by drawing the outline of the blade on a metal sheet, selected for its strength.
Forging: With the use of a hammer, cutter, and anvil, cut out the blade and tang (the section that fits into the handle) and place them into the glowing coals.
Shaping: Work alongside the maker to shape the blade. Any flaws are then corrected using a hydraulic cutting machine.
Sharpening: The blade is then honed on a grindstone. This involves multiple stages, including immersing the blade in a unique tar-based chemical solution, a closely-guarded family secret.
Join this exceptional experience and learn the art of knife crafting from the experts. Reserve your place today and take home not just a knife, but a piece of Vietnamese heritage! ️
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English Tour Guide
- Iron Material
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English Tour Guide
- Iron Material
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Tips
- Lunch
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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C9181rfjulesb
Aug 22, 2025
Knife making workshop - The knife making workshop with the Mao family and Mark as a guide was truly an unforgettable experience. We really were immersed in the world of knife making. The guide was very helpful and offered many translations and tips, the workers helped us a lot with our knife offering their expertise every step of the way. Always with a big smile and a helpful attitude. They even offered us some local herbal tea and some refreshing watermelon after our hard work. I strongly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Hanoi.
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Deborahrg5780xr
Aug 21, 2025
Amazing knife making - Had an amazing time. The staff were so friendly and helpful, they are highly skilled and incredibly helpful. I had an amazing time.
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Thomastf4660hk
Aug 21, 2025
Knife smithing at Mao family - The experience was so worth it. The Mao family were very helpful and guiding for having a fun and memorable experience:)
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Fashiona2025
Aug 18, 2025
Great workshop with a souvenir to bring home - Creating a knife with the Mao family was a real experience. They are super friendly and helped during the whole process.
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580lisamarieh
Aug 6, 2025
Making your own knife experience hanoi - Absolutely a brilliant time , our guide T and the family who own the business are so helpful and welcoming, it a very worthwhile trip and you get your hand made knife . Would recommend this activity to anyone I would give 10 stars if I could .
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Josephhj9376ae
Aug 6, 2025
Enjoyable and great experience - Really old fashioned knife making, you do make the knifes yourself, they help, but its still physical, especially in arms, but great experience
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Sida2024
Aug 5, 2025
Great experience - Had a great time making a very sharp kitchen knife with the Mao family! They were very welcoming and Mark was a great guide!
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Katefh1632ap
Jul 31, 2025
Superb off the beaten track experience - Mark, our DE mistletoe, is looking for us and has accompanied us throughout this unique activity, sharing with us lots of exciting information about Vietnam. The workshop takes place in a village where a family has been making knives for 4 generations. Thanks to Mark, we were able to interact with them and participate at every step.
An authentic, human and rewarding moment. We leave with our knife, memories full of memories... and a smile on our face!
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L8031txwilliamd
Jun 26, 2025
Immersion in a family of cutlery artisans from Hanoi - Small introduction/discovery of traditional Vietnamese artisan cutlery, the format is interesting, it takes place in a family setting and the craftsmen are very welcoming. The guide/interpreter, Mr. Thi, is very friendly and does his best.
The only criticism is that the different stages of knife manufacturing, in which the customer participates individually, could be explained in a slightly more educational way. Sometimes it goes a little fast and you don't understand exactly the purpose of this or that step. But visiting and making the knife is still a very good activity, which I do not regret at all.
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Calg1974
May 23, 2025
A great day out with a momento to bring home that will be super useful - This is a great day out, all went very slickly and to plan. Me and my 14 year old son each made our own knives. Mine for cutting vegetables and his straight out of Fortnight! We were carefully guided by the master craftsmen and gently shown the way. We were delighted with our own creations. Had the opportunity to buy more knives and scissors for gifts to take home. A very good experience and Nathan our guide could not have been better. We no longer have just hand luggage! Highly recommend.
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