What initially sparked my interest in AK University was the diversity of knife-making classes and the instructors, some of whom I had seen on TV before. Previously, I took a one-day class, but this time I opted for the hand-forging class, which taught me an entirely different side of knife-making. I had an absolute blast!

During this course, I learned the entire hand-forging process, from designing and shaping the blade to creating a hidden tang. The environment was very laid-back and beginner-friendly. All my questions were answered, and having access to the student portal to reference the material was incredibly helpful.

AK University definitely lived up to my expectations. I was able to learn a different aspect of knife-making that was unlike anything I had done before. The experience of making a knife from scratch and shaping it by hand was priceless.

Although I haven’t attended other places, I really enjoyed the hands-on portion of the class and the opportunity to reference other knives for designing my own handle. I would love to go back and possibly make a kitchen knife that I can use every day.

Special shout-out to Andreas—you can tell he has a passion for his craft, and he brings that energy to the class. I also loved hearing his stories about his dogs.

The variety of knife classes offered at AK University is impressive, from everyday kitchen knives to custom knives for bushcraft and hunting. The flexibility was also beneficial; I appreciated being able to schedule multiple days that worked for me. I would recommend having an online calendar to show when the studio is closed.