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imperial Knife Restoration. UV NAIL POLISH PAINT JOB and Deep Cleaning.
Pulled off the clamshells and deep cleaned these two Imperial knives. Both got a new paint job. One with gloss black spray paint and the other with Uv gel nail polish. Looks really good.
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Rebuilding and New Handles for a Vintage Colonial Jack Knife.
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Repair, rebuild and new wood handles on a $2 rusty Colonial clamshell knife. Found this one with sheared blade pins and crumbling plastic handles. Turn out pretty good.
Ellaville Knife Show Purchases.
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Just a quick rundown of the items I purchased at the Ellaville knife show in Ellaville Ga. @theknifedoctor@DeepSouthCutlery @cheesymoonworkshop
Cleaning Up a Flea Market Find. Imperial Frontier Stockman with HOMELITE Advertising.
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Cleaning a 4132 1975 Imperial Frontier series stockman with HOMELITE advertising. Inspired by @southernknifehobbyist
Vegetable tanning adventures 2
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Here we work on the second hide we talked about in the first vegetable tan video. Quickly thrown together, sorry.
Vegetable tanning adventures 1
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This video just shows the trials and tribulations of my veg tanning adventures.
Rat having a bad day, hawk having a good one. Crazy! Sad. A few swears. Sorry
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Found a weird acting rat in yard on lunch break, took it to the river for release. Unexpected action with hawk.
My simple home forge set up
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A quick run down of how I made and setup my home forge.
February wild edible plants
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Winter wild edible plants in my yard.
Knapping Obsidian- First larger bi-face Part one
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Knapping Obsidian- In part one I'm working on my percussion bi-facing on some Mahogany Obsidian, this is my last spall, and first larger bi-face. In part two we will work on the flakes from this bi-face. Stay tuned!
Blacksmithing - Flint and steel fire kit
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Blacksmithing - Flint and steel fire kit After making a striker from an old file and charred cloth, we try it out on some Quartzite and a piece of Texas flint from a friend. Not pretty but it works!
My minimalist EDC
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Just a quick run thru of my minimalist EDC items.
Primitive pottery 4 Pit firing pottery 80% primitive?
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Primitive pottery Here I show a two day tempering and firing process I use to fire pottery. Brick fire pit
Primitive pottery 3 Making a coil pot
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Primitive pottery Here I show how to make a coil pot with clay. Stick tools
Primitive pottery 2 Making a simple pinch pot
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Primitive pottery Here I show how to make a simple pinch pot with clay.
Primitive pottery 1 Processing hand dug clay
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Primitive pottery 1 Processing hand dug clay
Unboxing a giveaway prize from John Capps
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Unboxing a giveaway prize from John Capps
Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 4
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Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 4
Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 3
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Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 3
Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 2
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Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 2
Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 1
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Tanning deer hide- Buckskin part 1
Tanning deer hide- Rawhide part 2
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Tanning deer hide- Rawhide part 2
Tanning deer hide- Rawhide part 1
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Tanning deer hide- Rawhide part 1
Tanning deer hide- Tools
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Tanning deer hide- Tools
Vintage wool blanket
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Vintage wool blanket
Elephant ear bow drill string
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Elephant ear bow drill string
Elephant ear cordage
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Elephant ear cordage
VR for John Capps-Native American style flute
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VR for John Capps-Native American style flute
Sumac dye/ tan- Deer hide Final
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Sumac dye/ tan- Deer hide Final
Fat lamp
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Fat lamp

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @mipd1980_edc
    @mipd1980_edc 17 днів тому

    Man!!! I was wondering what to use on those clamshell covers... I have 2 that I need to do this to. Thanks for sharing!! Will definitely give this fix a try!!

  • @Orlosthedruid
    @Orlosthedruid 18 днів тому

    That over sized fat handle will make a WONDERFUL whittling knife. I myself, I love a fat handle on a knife, thin handles hurt, they have sharp edges, and my arthritic hands cant hang on so well. I have some VERY similar. I have a PRISTINE Ireland made Colonial Barlow that the plastic/tin scales came off of. All that is left is the brass liners and the internal metal. I want to rebuild the knife for no other reason than to just do it.

  • @rbm6184
    @rbm6184 18 днів тому

    Nice job. Good work. Thanks for sharing.

  • @rbm6184
    @rbm6184 19 днів тому

    Really nice job, RVB. I got an old one somewhere that was my dad's I need to work on but I think it might be a Case or Henry/Old Timer. Lost its slabs. I think it was one that got lost in the yard for years before it was found again so the slabs are history. I will have to either buy or make some new ones for it. Thanks for sharing.

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 7 днів тому

      Yeah you should clean it up. I always enjoy watching a knife becoming a little more functional after a good cleaning. Thanks for stopping by!

  • @Littlegeo6054
    @Littlegeo6054 20 днів тому

    Trim your nails looks nasty 🤮

  • @mipd1980_edc
    @mipd1980_edc 25 днів тому

    She came out beautiful!! I have the exact same knife I got off eBay for $10! They are really nice knives! Thanks for sharing!

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 25 днів тому

      @@mipd1980_edc Nice! Yeah, they're pretty solid little knives. I carry it occasionally. I really appreciate you taking the time to check it out and commenting! Thank you!

  • @mipd1980_edc
    @mipd1980_edc 26 днів тому

    For it being your first rehandle it came out super nice!! Subbed to your channel!! Love me some knife videos!! Merry Christmas 🎄

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 7 днів тому

      Sorry. I'm just seeing some of my comments, some are being held for some reason? Thanks for showing interest in my interest. Hope you and your had a great holiday!

  • @buddiesix
    @buddiesix 27 днів тому

    Not bad for a first time. I subscribed. I want to see where you go from here. Always keep the first one.

  • @southernknifehobbyist
    @southernknifehobbyist 29 днів тому

    Sweet! Those Frontier were decently well-made knives, with good steel. You made that one look great again! I hope it gets some pocket time!

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 29 днів тому

      @@southernknifehobbyist I appreciate you stopping by. I do carry it occasionally. Also your videos have really inspired me, thank you very much

  • @ZaneParker-x8t
    @ZaneParker-x8t Місяць тому

    Keep making vids your amazing 🤩

  • @peterfreidel7721
    @peterfreidel7721 Місяць тому

    Really nice freebie 😂

  • @cheesymoonworkshop
    @cheesymoonworkshop Місяць тому

    I remember you. You had the deer skin stuff and the home made knife. I've subscribed. Let's get you some subscribers from the rest of the brotherhood..

  • @matthewhall8790
    @matthewhall8790 Місяць тому

    Cool find! I just recently cleaned up an old Kutmaster Utica 3 blade Stockman style folder that I've had for over 40 years. My grandpa gave it to me in the early 80's and it was a knife that he carried for years before that. I came out pretty nice.

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 Місяць тому

      @@matthewhall8790 Thanks for checking it out! It's fun seeing a knife shine and function a bit better after a good cleaning. I recently purchased a little kutmaster at another flea market, might do a little video on cleaning it soon? Thanks again for watching!

  • @roberthoug7864
    @roberthoug7864 Місяць тому

    First of all I have to commend you on taking on such an undertaking there are tons of these videos on youtube I want to make one myself but at 77 years old I don't need more disappointment what I am trying to say is it is going to be hard to get a following when everybody has one of these on Keep trying but most aren't buying there's got to be a million videos on youtube Of different sorts HOUGIE Eagle I'm sure you're not going to let me discourage you at least I hope not I'm just standing an opinion lots of luck

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 Місяць тому

      You are right about the many videos like this. Its mostly for fun, and a sort of video diary. You should do a video anyway, might turn out good? I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.

  • @rasputinscastle
    @rasputinscastle 2 місяці тому

    You need to make more video's 😉 Was a pleasure to meet you.😊

  • @rasputinscastle
    @rasputinscastle 2 місяці тому

    I think you're getting that shrinkage because you're not stretching the hide 🤔

  • @Fl3iR
    @Fl3iR Рік тому

    This is truly one of the videos of all time.

  • @platinums99
    @platinums99 3 роки тому

    great now the hawk has rabies too.

  • @NathansFerroceriumrods1
    @NathansFerroceriumrods1 6 років тому

    Cool beans. Welcome back Red Shadow.

  • @lisainAZ
    @lisainAZ 6 років тому

    Awe snap lol

  • @NatesOutdoors
    @NatesOutdoors 6 років тому

    Wow that was awesome lol glad u got the chance to catch it on camera,awesome stuff man,thanks

  • @primitivetechnologysling5420
    @primitivetechnologysling5420 6 років тому

    I just subscribed! Hit me back, please. Have you used a sling at all? ua-cam.com/video/n_BEv7sr0Pc/v-deo.html

  • @CarolinaChrisOutdoors
    @CarolinaChrisOutdoors 7 років тому

    Holy Cow! Good thing you were recording!!! That was epic!

  • @mustang774
    @mustang774 7 років тому

    You win some, you lose some. I guess he won't be acting all weird anymore......Take care, Bluefin.

  • @hemansr3893
    @hemansr3893 7 років тому

    That was cool! Glad you posted a video again, guess your still kicking! Are you back for a while, or just passing through?

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 7 років тому

      HemanSr I'm still around. I think I am gonna start shooting sometime soon. I have a good bit of stuff that needs editing from the time I've been off, just need a computer. Lol Thanks for watching!

  • @JohntheBeastisthebeast
    @JohntheBeastisthebeast 7 років тому

    That was crazy lol do more of these videos hahaha

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 7 років тому

      Had the whole shop gathered around the phone after lunch. Lol wish I could get more stuff like that. Thanks for checking it out.

  • @Cabrasolar
    @Cabrasolar 7 років тому

    I think is a great job, well done!

  • @ronaldgoodrich5460
    @ronaldgoodrich5460 7 років тому

    streching around a rope is easier. I use a.grill full of punk over a fire makes more smoke and see two similar since skins together to save time. great video though. I'm about to retire forme this disapline.

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 7 років тому

      I like the rope method, works really good. I broke a finger not long ago and it's been giving me a little trouble, I may need to start using it this season. Thanks for checking me out!! - Red Shadow

  • @rhondakelly3084
    @rhondakelly3084 7 років тому

    Really cool!!

  • @CstriderNNS
    @CstriderNNS 8 років тому

    its cut-sue not kudzu...and you call yourself from the south..pfft...lol

  • @morningcoffee1111
    @morningcoffee1111 8 років тому

    What I like is this isn't a video on the first time trying it. You've actually done this before. Nice work. Can you boil water on a fire in these pots? You said you cooked on some, like a skillet I'm guessing, the question is do you know what makes these ok to cook on a fire with? Apparently you can't do that with all clay. I'm trying to learn the difference. Thanks.

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. You can rock boil, or open fire boil in clay containers. It would help to glaze them so they do not grow mold or bacteria in the fine pores, but I don't worry much with it. I haven't heard, or read anything about your last question, I would think you could cook on all clay as long as it was fired through right. I have also read about a cooking method that involves wrapping your plants and meat in wet clay and putting it in the fire as an oven. Pretty cool stuff. I hope this helps you some, thanks again!! -Red Shadow

    • @morningcoffee1111
      @morningcoffee1111 8 років тому

      +River Valley Survival and Bushcraft, thanks for the reply. Is there a bushcraft glaze that you know of? I haven't seen any videos on that yet. Or is glaze something you just have to buy from a store or online?

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      I have used animal fat, bees wax and pine sap before, separate, works pretty good. A pottery teacher told me you can also use very fine clay for a glaze, I haven't tried this method but you my be able to find something online about that. I think if you used this method you would make a slurry, slip and paint it on. I think you would need to fire it at a very high temp. though? If you try this I would really like to hear about it. Thanks and good luck!!

    • @morningcoffee1111
      @morningcoffee1111 8 років тому

      +River Valley Survival and Bushcraft Wow. I've never heard of those before. Really great leads for me to look into. Like whole new avenues to learn about and explore. Exiting. Thank you so much man! If I get a space to try those I will definitely tell you of results. Thanks again!

  • @janegoodwin1823
    @janegoodwin1823 8 років тому

    Neat. I love natural, rustic items. Thank you for sharing your talent.

  • @lesabri
    @lesabri 8 років тому

    I love weaving with kudzu. awesome video

  • @krishorton5252
    @krishorton5252 8 років тому

    Very good information, liked the one on the forge simple and resourceful.

  • @mytherceria
    @mytherceria 8 років тому

    Great little forge. Thanks for the walk through.

  • @GIBLETTS
    @GIBLETTS 8 років тому

    Well done mate, if old mate from far north comments its gotta be good , cheers,

  • @xthexadvantagex
    @xthexadvantagex 8 років тому

    How do you get all the hair off?

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      Thanks for checking out my video Nathan! I get the hair off with a lye solution made of wood ash and water. The rawhide videos will explain in more detail. Hope you check it out! Thanks again!! -Red Shadow

  • @terriavery2315
    @terriavery2315 8 років тому

    the ash and water(lye////alcoline or base---HIGH PH) solution is called"buck" hence the name buck skin....if you want to lock the hair in ,you'll need to use a mild acid like vinegar or diluted battery acid(LOW PH)....be carefull with strong acids ,,strong vinegar works just fine....i use the ol' indian methode of "wet salt salt soak" with vinegar .then i flesh,then another soak ,JUST IN VINEGAR WATER,then i stretch and dry,then i tan.....after i've got all the salt out....brain tanning, in my opinion is not safe.i use a mineral oil mix of my own--------secret-------have fun and good luck.....jda

  • @thrivingscout8404
    @thrivingscout8404 8 років тому

    Nice video now I know I can make cordage from mum yakkas

  • @thrivingscout8404
    @thrivingscout8404 8 років тому

    I thought I was the only one that liked blacksmithing and primitive stuff

  • @skillmanhomestead5780
    @skillmanhomestead5780 8 років тому

    thanks for sharing!

  • @GuyPorter211
    @GuyPorter211 8 років тому

    Great series! I love the amount of information you give. I have a few questions though. Is there a purpose to the smoking other than color? And when you stretch the hide is that similar to how some people stretch it on a frame? Appreciate the time you put in to make this.

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      Glad you enjoyed it! Smoking helps protect from water and moisture damage, the oils and resins from the smoke will penetrate through the hide. A none smoked hide that gets wet will stiffen up some when dried. The hand stretching is the same as on a rack or frame, by hand is easier for me. Thanks for watching!! -Red Shadow

  • @lebommjohnson8101
    @lebommjohnson8101 8 років тому

    Much talk, no forging.

  • @mchsinsidelookwalsh8334
    @mchsinsidelookwalsh8334 8 років тому

    What are some primitive inks/dyes I could possibly make in Illinois, I live right outside of Chicago, and I'm new to primitive stuff I think it's cool

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      I use a few different things for dye, hickory, walnut and acorn hulls work for a lite to a dark brown dye. Sumac fruit makes a kind of pink. I just did a lot of experimenting with different plant part. Hope this helps you out. Thanks!!

  • @DavidWestBgood2ppl
    @DavidWestBgood2ppl 8 років тому

    Hey man! Contact me. Thanks!

  • @chelseaeldridge7267
    @chelseaeldridge7267 8 років тому

    if I did this right could I make a crock for fermenting foods?

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      Thanks for watching! I dont see why not, maybe a glaze on the inside would help, let me know how it works if you do it.

  • @SOUTHERNFURY1957
    @SOUTHERNFURY1957 8 років тому

    Nice video! Great meeting you guys at the flea market today on 280!

  • @samanthacarter27
    @samanthacarter27 8 років тому

    Very informative videos, thanks! Does the wood ash soak smell really bad? Also I noticed you removed the membrane from the flesh side but for rawhide do you have to leave the grain on on the fur side?

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      +samanthacarter27 Thanks for watching!! The ash soak does not smell bad, smells like ammonia or something. I have left the grain on this one but it just depends on what you will use it for. Thanks for the support!! -Red Shadow

  • @hemansr3893
    @hemansr3893 8 років тому

    Thanks for the blacksmithing lesson...Very Cool project.... I really like your set up!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @OutlawEdge
    @OutlawEdge 8 років тому

    you have a badass channel brother,subbed! if you get a chance check mine out please

    • @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126
      @rivervalleysurvivalandbush8126 8 років тому

      +Outlaw Edge Bladeworks Bushcraft and Survival Thanks!! I just mess around, will check you out as soon as I get a chance. -Red Shadow