Turgut Aydemir
“Forging steel tests your patience; quenching it tests your conscience. A true Bursa blade bears its master's honor.”
— Turgut Aydemir, Authentic Hand-Forged Bursa Cutlery (Ram-Horn Handles & High-Carbon Steel)
Master Turgut Aydemir is the dean of Bursa's 700-year-old Ottoman sword and cutlery forging tradition. Located in the historic blacksmiths' lane beside Kayhan Bazaar and the Bursa Grand Covered Bazaar, he shapes high-carbon blades manually on the anvil.
Workshop & Visiting Information
Explore the historic bazaars, khans, and cultural sites of Bursa where this tradition thrives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turgut Aydemir
Who is Turgut Aydemir and what craft does he/she practice?
Turgut Aydemir is a master artisan of Authentic Hand-Forged Bursa Cutlery (Ram-Horn Handles & High-Carbon Steel) in Bursa. Producing works using traditional methods with 56 Years at the Anvil & Bellows of experience.
Where is Turgut Aydemir's workshop and how can it be visited?
Turgut Aydemir's workshop is located at "Bıçakçılar Arastası, Kayhan Mah. Demirciler Sok. No:24, Osmangazi / Bursa". Visiting hours: Pazartesi - Cumartesi: 08:30 - 18:00.
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