I just want to say most people may not like the simple things like just forging some hooks to organize your shop but I like seeing every thing you do in the shop, it's like I can grow along side it seeing every little improvement, keep up the great work Alec
I found myself asking "why not just buy hooks?", then I remembered that I also spend lots of time making stuff that is cheap off the shelf, its all about the passion!
I’d like to see the video of a shop tour now that you have everything moved in. What do you love about your new shop. What don’t you love. Also, updates on your horizontal spaces
Loved these last two videos because you explained a lot of awesome content about your methods for going about something as simple as making wall hooks for your gear.
The first hooks were usable. You mark the covered hole first, remove bracket drill, insert rawl plug, screw bracket on, mark top hole, twist bracket out of the way etc. A long screwdriver works wonders. 40 years a fitter. You learn stuff.
Fwiw, there would have been several ways to get the "blocked" hooks screwed in the wall. Right angle drill/attachment, thru holes (or just a slight offset) on the near-side vertical for an extension to get through, put in with a screwdriver bit in a socket wrench, as suggested in another comment. Also, by the way, I like bringing a bit more of the blacksmithing fundamentals back into the videos! Great work.
I know these were filler episodes for your trip, however, you still put in great content. Loading up a billet of pattern weld soo large your power hammer can barely manage it is fun too. I still enjoy these smaller projects with just you n the hand hammers.
the old workshop had so much more character to it than the new one. Still love the videos but i really miss the the classes you used to teach. the content was great and watching people with little to no experience forge all of the tools was amazing. Again i still love the content youre putting out but theres just something about the older shop and videos that i really enjoyed. Keep up the great work. I think you should do more collaborations with other smiths local and foreign. Safe travels here in the states!!
i do a lot of 3d Printing.. I see a lot of similarities to blacksmithing and 3d printing. you use base materials and your imagination, and create something that didn't exist. With the amount of possible things one can make, these types of functional projects are always my favorite. They're just small things, but they can make life so much easier. Not just some ornamental project that just sits around. Love me some functional works.
I bought myself some marking blue !Couldn't get Blue Dykem here in Australia but found something very similar.Had to buy a whole litre. I'm set for life :)
I have a couple ideas... cable Damascus & when you work your Damascus bar down to a SQUARE ((((0)))) twist the bar up nice & tight. I’m curious to see what pattern you would come up with.
Not sure why you couldn't use the first brackets. Drill holes with the drill. Put in plastic wall anchors. Use a ratchet with a bit adapter and screw the hooks to the anchors. Seems simple enough, and you already have the anchors. Could have saved some time and some steel.
You should make something Damascus out of all your cut scrap and metal shavings. Get shavings from lathe and band saw since it's who knows what metal and make a small box out of scrap cuts and forge it into something.
What about changing that belt buckle on the fan/air filter unit to a velcro belt design, would make it much easier putting it on and taking it off imo.
You could have punched some decorative holes on the front side of the hook that the screw driver would fit through, I love the show keep up the good work
Hey Alec, for when you get back from the states, why not forge some damascus kunai or some stars since you still have those targets still up. Sincerely from your fan in good old NJ in the states. Have a lovely day :)
Don't have all the stuff ready yet to make anything serious, but Ive been making thin boards out of a small log...with a hand saw because I don't have a band saw yet. Good way to build strength, I guess.
Question. On the first failed attempts where the holes were not accessible, why did you not leave the bend out of the last one and once mounted on the wall use the torch to isolate the heat to where you wanted a bend and make the final bend in place
Predrill the hole and take an old screwdriver, heat it and bend to 90 degrees. Use the bent screwdriver like an Allen wrench. Now you would have your hooks hung and have a screwdriver for situations like this. Or you can use a socket and ratchet because those bits do fit inside a standard socket, or since you are a blacksmith make a tool to hold the bits, or use a box end wrench. The mistake wasn't making the holes where they were, the mistake wasn't using a different tool to mount it.
Should have done it like a real space suit. Made the bracket waist high and you then back into it and strap it on. The helmet is then above you and you grab it and lower ti down to your head wit the hose always attached. Maybe something with magnets to hold it against the wall.
You should have made a wall mount the height of your waist for the belt and the helmet at the height of your head. Just walk backwards, strap yourself in and walk away.
Alec, what do you do with your scrap metal? Like what happens to the pieces of steel that you "throw out" do you just send them to a scrap yard or do you reclaim it? Because I feel like if you reclaim your steel you could do some really neat things.
I've been seeing your new positive flow full face mask for a while now but must have missed the episode where you introduced it and talked about it, presuming you did a video, when was it published? Thanks and keep up the fun.
All's good thinking about where your equipment goes, but a really important decision needs to be made on where the Christmas tree is going, yo ho ho and all that! 🎄
Anyone else miss Sam? If there is something broken between you two, remember you are blacksmiths and blacksmiths can fix most anything. If nothing is broken, then please get us a dose of Sam Fowler please.
I just want to say most people may not like the simple things like just forging some hooks to organize your shop but I like seeing every thing you do in the shop, it's like I can grow along side it seeing every little improvement, keep up the great work Alec
I found myself asking "why not just buy hooks?", then I remembered that I also spend lots of time making stuff that is cheap off the shelf, its all about the passion!
I think it’s awesome, that you include your mistakes. Your enthusiasm and passion for your craft, bring me back day after day. Keep up the good work
I’d like to see the video of a shop tour now that you have everything moved in. What do you love about your new shop. What don’t you love. Also, updates on your horizontal spaces
Amazing they managed to get all the extra content filmed and scheduled before leaving for the States. Gotta love the drive :)
Paul Challis, he works so much it makes me wonder when the last time he got laid was 😂
Loved these last two videos because you explained a lot of awesome content about your methods for going about something as simple as making wall hooks for your gear.
I like how that smaller punch pops out the plug. Something very satisfying about that.
You should get Jamie to talk about your filming equipment!
It's great to see a professional making mistakes too. I really like that you don't edit them out. Makes us normals not seem as dumb when we fail.
I watched the video of Sam cleaning. What a wonderful friend!
The first hooks were usable. You mark the covered hole first, remove bracket drill, insert rawl plug, screw bracket on, mark top hole, twist bracket out of the way etc.
A long screwdriver works wonders. 40 years a fitter. You learn stuff.
alec is awesome to see ur always so full of energy and in a good mood..... I can tell ur really enjoying life. 👍
Fwiw, there would have been several ways to get the "blocked" hooks screwed in the wall. Right angle drill/attachment, thru holes (or just a slight offset) on the near-side vertical for an extension to get through, put in with a screwdriver bit in a socket wrench, as suggested in another comment. Also, by the way, I like bringing a bit more of the blacksmithing fundamentals back into the videos! Great work.
There is something just so satisfying about watching something being made isn't there?
I know these were filler episodes for your trip, however, you still put in great content. Loading up a billet of pattern weld soo large your power hammer can barely manage it is fun too. I still enjoy these smaller projects with just you n the hand hammers.
You should make a video about all the punches/chisels/fullers you regularly use and how to make them.
the old workshop had so much more character to it than the new one. Still love the videos but i really miss the the classes you used to teach. the content was great and watching people with little to no experience forge all of the tools was amazing. Again i still love the content youre putting out but theres just something about the older shop and videos that i really enjoyed. Keep up the great work. I think you should do more collaborations with other smiths local and foreign. Safe travels here in the states!!
Love it that you just don't take life seriously at all! Failures are just more opportunity! Yes! Plenty of opportunity found in my life!
Holy moly that bit at 9:20 was awesome!
Best ladies n gentleman intro ! Exciting
I don't know how you did it, but you made making the most inane item fascinating and interesting to watch! And quite informative!
i do a lot of 3d Printing.. I see a lot of similarities to blacksmithing and 3d printing. you use base materials and your imagination, and create something that didn't exist. With the amount of possible things one can make, these types of functional projects are always my favorite. They're just small things, but they can make life so much easier. Not just some ornamental project that just sits around. Love me some functional works.
Alec starts to remind me of Adam Savage more and more, in a good way. Especially when he's doing all these little builds to organize his shop.
Should make the wall above the lathe/ grinding room window a project display for his completed pieces.
Kenneth Chevalier agreed.
Kenneth Chevalier Or a display for all the pieces he's messed up
Loved yesterday's episode Alec! Sure miss the old barker street shop style!
I bought myself some marking blue !Couldn't get Blue Dykem here in Australia but found something very similar.Had to buy a whole litre. I'm set for life :)
Love the basic stuff, lots of cool details and tips!! Keep up the great work!
@10.38....Whoooo...don’t dis the old workshop!lol that leaky roof gave it character and personality 🤣🤣
It's crazy how even the "simple" stuff can catch people up some sometimes. Great stuff as usual!!
Another fantastic video. Great blend of instruction and wonderful editing for visual interest.
Really great to see these videos where we can learn things thanks keep it up lets see some canister damacus out of scraps
Need to see Sam back in the shop....to make sure he is still among the living :-)
Sure he is. He's been making and upload videos over on his channel talking about his work. It's been interesting to watch.
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I love these smaller projects.
I have a couple ideas... cable Damascus & when you work your Damascus bar down to a SQUARE ((((0)))) twist the bar up nice & tight. I’m curious to see what pattern you would come up with.
omg Jamie foretold the mess up with the battery running out !!!!! All Hail Jamie!
More entertaining than a sitcom! 😆
Not sure why you couldn't use the first brackets. Drill holes with the drill. Put in plastic wall anchors. Use a ratchet with a bit adapter and screw the hooks to the anchors. Seems simple enough, and you already have the anchors. Could have saved some time and some steel.
bill withers he may not be as mechanically inclined to see that at this time.
I was thinking the exact same thing.
Or add a hole on the outside piece as well, and use a longer bit/ a hand screwdriver.
Steven Schmelling an hand screwdriver would have worked in any case - a light angle is no problem with the right type of screw head ;)
Oh Alec you are so funny to watch, proper crack me up sometimes, keep going and producing great work and amazing videos! 😁😁😁
you should do some mokume with nickel copper and silver for some nice damascus looking fittings. you can make some really cool handle pins as well
Great work Alec love a good out take haha 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
NEVER FORGET THE TOUCH MARK ~
There were a few touch marks in the bin scrap bin today. I had a good laugh along with Alec when I saw his mistake
awesome interaction with Jamie!
Always make extra hooks for when you get another helmet or want to hang the welding jacket.
Up part of the hook, not to be confused with the flush part or the out part. :)
Awesome! Thanks Alec! Love the hot metal!
You should make something Damascus out of all your cut scrap and metal shavings. Get shavings from lathe and band saw since it's who knows what metal and make a small box out of scrap cuts and forge it into something.
morning from New Zealand Alec. Hoping to have a fantastic day studying for exams haha
Great audio syncing. Enjoyed it very much!
Glad to see Jamie.. for a while it sounded like you were looking for a replacement, then we didn't see him for a few videos.
They sell right angle adapter for drill for like 20$. Every shop should have one for those tight moments!
To me the editing especially around the anvil was drop dead gorgeous; I loved it!
What about changing that belt buckle on the fan/air filter unit to a velcro belt design, would make it much easier putting it on and taking it off imo.
Now you've created more horizontal space to store various items by moving your powered air-purifying respirator.
1:53 Skallagrim on whiteboard. New collaboration exposed?
Yeh, I saw that too :D
I hope not...
I didn't see that at first. Nice catch.
Was just about to comment that I saw it lol
Peter August wtf Peter
i got say, jaime is doing a nice job on editing
When will you do live shows again? I usually missed them, but when I watched them, it was really educational and entertaining.
You could have punched some decorative holes on the front side of the hook that the screw driver would fit through, I love the show keep up the good work
My thoughts exactly !
Hey Alec, for when you get back from the states, why not forge some damascus kunai or some stars since you still have those targets still up. Sincerely from your fan in good old NJ in the states. Have a lovely day :)
The baileigh banner is coming off over the grinding room
Keep sharing the knowledge!
Don't have all the stuff ready yet to make anything serious, but Ive been making thin boards out of a small log...with a hand saw because I don't have a band saw yet. Good way to build strength, I guess.
Remember to tune in tomorow! Broom hooks!
Oh Alec I needed a laugh tonight, cheers for this
I would have used a ratchet to screw them to the wall vs remaking. But I don't mind watching more smithing so I'm really not complaining!
Ok....So now i'm watching Dr. Who? Starring Alec Steele Thats cool :)
next one should be a more unique storage idea!
Next Project: Make every work station portable :D
That subtle plug at the end there, I barely saw it
always my favorite blacksmith :D love your channel and videos your a huge inspiration
You could have just holes thou the outside upright on the first set of hooks, and still used those to hold the air pack.
the one thing that is bothering me is how the belt hangs over down to the lathe.
King Albby it isn't in the way of the spinning bit.
It still can get cough.
It does not work like that. It still is unsafe.
I think the placement is off too. It alex uses the lathe is his space suit going to get covered with fillings
He'll have an issue when a hot chip embeds itself into the inside of the belt and poke a hole in him .. fluid loss from sharp thins is never good ...
Question. On the first failed attempts where the holes were not accessible, why did you not leave the bend out of the last one and once mounted on the wall use the torch to isolate the heat to where you wanted a bend and make the final bend in place
Mike is sitting in his house in Minnesota, just hating you more everyday lol Hooks?! We want hockey sticks!
Hotdog is a bun knife with a damascus hotdog!
Predrill the hole and take an old screwdriver, heat it and bend to 90 degrees. Use the bent screwdriver like an Allen wrench. Now you would have your hooks hung and have a screwdriver for situations like this. Or you can use a socket and ratchet because those bits do fit inside a standard socket, or since you are a blacksmith make a tool to hold the bits, or use a box end wrench. The mistake wasn't making the holes where they were, the mistake wasn't using a different tool to mount it.
Good luck on forged in fire Alec hope you do well
Ahh yay this has made my day!
Now u have more horizontal space freed up
HAHAHAHAHA Jamie's Commentary :) Good stuff guys
Superbe état d'esprit :) :) Beaucoup d'humour, c'est parfait !
Greetings,
Silly is better than boring!
Should have done it like a real space suit. Made the bracket waist high and you then back into it and strap it on. The helmet is then above you and you grab it and lower ti down to your head wit the hose always attached.
Maybe something with magnets to hold it against the wall.
😂“The up part of the hook is a very technical word indeed”
you mean the shank? Kids on speed, needs to take a breath so he can engage his brain :)
early viewing the time travel episode! woot
You should have made a wall mount the height of your waist for the belt and the helmet at the height of your head. Just walk backwards, strap yourself in and walk away.
Is that a hockey stick by your welding equipment? Maybe a good template for a damascus stick blade?
Where did you get the space suit?
Alec, what do you do with your scrap metal? Like what happens to the pieces of steel that you "throw out" do you just send them to a scrap yard or do you reclaim it? Because I feel like if you reclaim your steel you could do some really neat things.
I've been seeing your new positive flow full face mask for a while now but must have missed the episode where you introduced it and talked about it, presuming you did a video, when was it published? Thanks and keep up the fun.
can you do some more videos on your tools like you did with the power hammers
All's good thinking about where your equipment goes, but a really important decision needs to be made on where the Christmas tree is going, yo ho ho and all that! 🎄
Damascus steel with angle iron!!!
First! also I love ya face Alec. Keep it up my beautiful British friend
According you UA-cam I was good sir. Regardless
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He knows his stuff...
Hey Alec, could you show us how you made your touch mark?
3:40 DA TING GO SKRRRAAAA PAPAKAKAKA
Really like these tutorial style videos :)
Anyone else miss Sam? If there is something broken between you two, remember you are blacksmiths and blacksmiths can fix most anything. If nothing is broken, then please get us a dose of Sam Fowler please.
Nice video, but why do you not just using a ratchet with a small bit to tighten the screws?
Wipe on boiled linseed oil and then heat. Just like when you season cast iron
I rate the explanation side of things.