Wasteland Gladius Sword

August 1, 2026

Schedule: 9am-4pm Sat

Instructor: Alex Ramshur

Registration Deadline: Class Canceled

In stock

Description

Fire up the forge and let your imagination run wild while you design and make your very own Wasteland Gladius sword. Once you’ve drawn out your blade, the possibilities are endless as you use tools to shape your blade and edge. Get creative with your crossguard and pommel by digging into the scrap bin for the perfect pieces. This course will teach you how to use a gas forge and anvil to convert a piece of scrap rebar into a Gladius style sword blade. You will then customize your blade’s edge, crossguard and pommel using a MiG welder, grinders and various hand tools. This workshop is recommended for those with previous experience at the forge.

Class size 4

Level Intermediate and above

Student Supply List Closed toed shoes and a Miller P-100 half mask is recommended for welding scrap materials.

  • Tuition $140
  • Materials Fee $20
  • Fuel & Supply Charge $10

Instructor

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Alex Ramshur

Alex is a full time parent and metal artist in Mineral Point. He enjoys creating sculptures in a wide array on subject matter, centering in nature, wildlife and repurposing scrap metal. Other interests include antique tools, machinery and construction. I like to build things. Instructor Website Workshops Wasteland Gladius Sword Twisted Spike Bottle Opener Art Parts Heart Scrap Metal Horse Hot Week - with Nathan GiesekeRead More

Alex is a full time parent and metal artist in Mineral Point. He enjoys creating sculptures in a wide array on subject matter, centering in nature, wildlife and repurposing scrap metal. Other interests include antique tools, machinery and construction. I like to build things.

Instructor Website

Workshops

Wasteland Gladius Sword

Twisted Spike Bottle Opener

Art Parts Heart

Scrap Metal Horse

Hot Week – with Nathan Gieseke

Registration Policies & Waiting Lists

Class Confirmation

You will receive a confirmation of your workshop registration via email about a week prior to the class. If you do not have an email address, you will receive a snail-mail confirmation. Please check the online class listing for supplies to bring to class (there will also be a link to the Supply List in your class confirmation). Some supplies may need to be ordered well ahead of time.

Please note that your class registration will not be confirmed without full payment.

Please read your class confirmation carefully as it may include a supply list and other important details, and note our community standards on our Planning Your Workshop Experience page.

Materials Fees
Many classes have materials fees in addition to the tuition. These are identified in the class listing and are usually paid with the tuition payment; however, in some cases materials fees are paid directly to the instructor at class time (check the class listing).

Cancellation Policy
While we recognize that life intrudes and plans change, in consideration of the time and energy instructors invest in preparing for classes, we must adhere to the following cancellation policies:

Student cancellations

> Cancellations made 30 days or more before the start date of the workshop are eligible for a 75% refund OR a gift certificate in the full amount. The gift certificate can be applied to workshops or lodging one year from the date of cancellation and is transferable.

> Cancellations made 29 days or fewer before the start date of the workshop are not eligible for refunds or gift certificates. We encourage all students to purchase trip insurance, which is available for a reasonable fee.

> Cancellation requests must be made by contacting our office at info@shakeragalley.org or (608) 987-3292.

If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with your class and cancel less than seven days in advance of your reservation, a $50 cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations by Shake Rag Alley

> If Shake Rag Alley must cancel a class for any reason, you will be notified via email or phone and will be eligible for a full refund or, if you prefer, a transferable gift certificate. You may also consider donating your refund to support our operations or scholarships.

If you have booked lodging with Shake Rag Alley in conjunction with a class canceled by Shake Rag Alley, you may receive a full refund on lodging or gift certificate should you wish to cancel.

Waiting Lists

If a workshop you are interested in is sold out, please fill out this waiting list form. We will contact you if a spot becomes available. The class code requested on the form is the Workshop ID shown at left, beneath the Add to Cart button.