Man, that's a sleek and effective looking tomahawk. I think you made a great choice in the blackened handle and the leatherwork just adds to the overall look. Fantastic job and thanks for sharing your skills with us.
Howdy- I was excited to see the notification that you had uploaded a new video and I certainly wasn’t disappointed! That hawk is a work of art!!! Absolutely beautiful! Thank you and God bless you!
Dude. This was hands down the cleanest, most enjoyable-visually and audibly-forging video I’ve ever seen. Plus, the end product was great! I am in no way a metalworker but I’m fascinated by it all and you’ve got a new subscriber. Cheers!
☺️☺️☺️🙏🙏🙏 wow! That was a definite boost! Thank you so much! And thanks for subscribing! I’ve got two in post editing right now. Just been so busy with work and helping a buddy build his house. But hopefully I’ll get one out in the next few weeks.
@@thomas.thomas hhhhmm🤔 I can’t remember them off the top of my head. They were downloaded from the UA-cam creator studio. I’ll be editing another video here soon. So when I do I’ll open this one up and check to see what the names were
Usually thumbnails are deceptive, but I knew this one won't be. Immediately became a fan the moment I saw San Mai technique. Could not figure out if you etched it or not, but that leather wrap is beautiful. More power to you Sir
Thank you very much!! I did etch it. The video that I took of the process was corrupted for some reason and I wasn’t able to use it in the full video. But it was the same process that I used on the antler handle knife video if you’ve seen that one. It was a copper etch so it gave the metal a copper patina.
tomahawks are normally just friction fitted which is the same way I did this one.The SD card was full when I started the leather wrapping unfortunately. It’s what keeps the head held up towards the end if the wood happens to shrink.
Excellent craftsmanship! Love the simplicity of your video while showing fine detail. I'm just getting into blacksmithing myself and I'm curious to know something I see often in axe making - the edge made of a different steel you are pretty much adding this as a forge weld because of the unknown/low carbon characteristics of the body correct? If the whole body was made of the edge you essentially wouldn't have any need to forge weld anything (albeit it would be far more expensive)?
@@TheHiddenHomestead To take something rusty, forgotten, and (in most people's eyes) useless and turn it into something that is both beautiful and functional is something special. I'm jealous.
If the whole thing was high carbon there wouldn’t be a point to I guess. But there’s no reason to make the whole thing out of high carbon. In my opinion anyway. It’s a waste of good high carbon and it’s easier to forge mild still. As far as I know traditionally axes, hatches, tomahawks, etc have been made from mild still/iron with a higher carbon bit forge welded into it. Higher carbon was more expensive and harder to come by so it wouldn’t be wasted.
tool steel ive grown weary of tuning up. id like 2 c someone make one with some bearing steel into the blade end. nothing agaist the maker !!!! he has GREAT skills😊
I could put you on my list. I have a bunch that I’m trying to finish up and if you’re interested I could add one if I get the time. Reach out to me on Facebook or Instagram. We can discuss more there.
Thank you very much!! I do make and sell them but only when i have time to get into the workshop. I’m helping a buddy build his house though so workshop time is an extremely rare commodity this year.
This is just a hobby of mine. So I’m only able to do it when I have the chance. That being said I have a list of quite a few to fulfill but I could put you on there if your interested. This particular one is $350 plus shipping. I can’t calculate shipping without knowing where you’re at. You could reach out to me on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like. Links to both are in the description.
Trivia: Marcaida's catch-phrase is actually ..."it will k.e.a.l", with keal being an acronym for "Keep Everyone ALive". He trains to be deadly NOT to hurt people, but rather to protect those who can't defend themselves. He will use his skills to help keep others alive!
I’d love to sell you one! And I would if I had one available. I just do this on the side when I have time though. As of now I have a “waitlist” but whenever I do get in to do them I’m going to try and set up a production to knock them all out. I’m hoping in the next month or so. Want me to reach out to you when I do?
Yeah you’re right. Normally tomahawks are just friction fitted so when editing the video there wasn’t much to that shot so I took it out. When shooting the leather wrap though the SD card was full and I didn’t realize it. So I didn’t get any video other then picking the leather up to start the wrap.
Awesome! ...but (disclaimer) I make things to order and only when I have the time do so. This is something I do on the side for fun not a full time gig. Yet anyway. So with what i have in commission already it would be a good while before I can get to it.
I would pay to learn, also tricks on how to keep it stable and not get how easily of the edge. Love the darkened wood too. But I love the work there is to build up the pieces, it must be incredibly hard to do and dangerous. Wow. hard to find the place to do this. Tons of tools needed, not just experience.
You sure can! In the video description you’ll see a link to our store. You can find and buy one there. Keep in mind that I make these to order so once purchased it takes a little while to make since they are hand made. So it will say 0 in inventory but you can still purchase one. 🙏👍
Yeah you’re right. Normally tomahawks are just friction fitted so when editing the video there wasn’t much to that shot so I took it out. When shooting the leather wrap the SD card was full and I didn’t realize it. So I didn’t get any video other then picking the leather up to start the wrap.
@@TheHiddenHomestead Thank you, you're very kind. I would love to be added to your list, no matter how long it is, it would be worth waiting for. Ive never seen such beautiful and skilfully made tomahawks so to own one would be a dream come true for me.
@@TheHiddenHomestead No, thank you, I really appreciate you putting me on your list. It makes me so excited to think one day I will own one of your amazing tomahawks.One thing, will you kindly let me know closer to the time. Sorry to bug you even further but I don't know what else to say about contact. Anyway, take care, and thanks again.
I have a website where I sale everything that I make. hiddenhomesteadstore.com I’ve had some medical issues with my neck and back and I’ve not been able to get out and do much of anything so I don’t have any in stock. Take a look at the store though. If you’re interested you can follow the links on there to reach out on social media or email and I can get you set up for something.
I would take you on my team anytime ! Experience,skill and the level of CARING..... Wicked nice Tomahawk as nice as I have ever seen. Liked how you forge welded that more hardenable edge. 👍
I used a tapered sledge hammer. Heated it up and tapered it a little more then grinded it a bit to get the final shape. Then I heated the other end up to soften the steel so I wasn’t hitting hardened steel on hardened steel.
Ethan Stang a simpler version? All drifts are pretty much based on the same concept and basic design. Choose the shape that you want the eye to be then shape the drift to fit. Mild steel works easier.
Ethan Stang oh yeah. Mild steel is softer so if you can get a piece big enough then use it. It will be much easier to forge. It might not last as long as a harder steel but should still last a while. I already had that sledge laying in the scrap bin so I used it.
I like your style of video editing vs the fast paced no music type builds. Maybe one day I'll get some forging tools. Untill then I'll just stick to the hardware store 🥺
To start forging is easier then you think! Basic primitive blacksmithing can be done with a hard flat stone as an anvil and hole in the ground for the forge using charcoal. Then you make your tools. Learn while you supply yourself! 😁 and thank you very much! I appreciate you saying that. It takes a bit more time to edit this way but I enjoy the end product and glad you do as well.
Man, that's a sleek and effective looking tomahawk. I think you made a great choice in the blackened handle and the leatherwork just adds to the overall look. Fantastic job and thanks for sharing your skills with us.
Oh! Thanks! And you’re certainly welcome!!
Beautiful design love the shape of the hammer and edge how square Everthing is amazing work
Thank you!!
Howdy- I was excited to see the notification that you had uploaded a new video and I certainly wasn’t disappointed! That hawk is a work of art!!! Absolutely beautiful! Thank you and God bless you!
😁😁 THANK YOU!!
That's beautiful craftsmanship.
Thank you very much!
Wow! You made that look too easy! Well done my friend! That's a beautiful tomahawk!
Editing is a wonderful thing! 😁😁 but thank you!
Fantastic Job you make. This Tomahawk looks like work of a real Master. Best wishes from Germany.
Thank you very much!! Best wishes to you
One of the best looking tomahawks I’ve ever seen!!
Thank you very much!
You have created one of best looking Tomahawks, I am certain it’s also most efficient, Thanks.
Wow thank you very much!! The customer said he loved it so I must have done something right! 😁👍
Dude. This was hands down the cleanest, most enjoyable-visually and audibly-forging video I’ve ever seen. Plus, the end product was great!
I am in no way a metalworker but I’m fascinated by it all and you’ve got a new subscriber.
Cheers!
Also, I hope to see more content soon.
☺️☺️☺️🙏🙏🙏 wow! That was a definite boost! Thank you so much! And thanks for subscribing!
I’ve got two in post editing right now. Just been so busy with work and helping a buddy build his house. But hopefully I’ll get one out in the next few weeks.
Gorgeous work! may i ask how the head is fixed onto the shaft. or is it just the pressure?
As far as I know tomahawks were traditionally friction fitted. That’s what I did to this one. The leather wrap helps hold it up as well.
@@TheHiddenHomestead thanks for you fast answer! Take care
@@FireCrack83 you’re certainly welcome!!
so boss! your discription says "I try" - you should change to "I did!" ...great vision to completion!
Haha! Thank you! 🤝👌
Nice. Great to look at. Problem with the steel is micro fractures. Never know whats in it. Kind of like old saw blades etc.
Appreciate it! And yea I know. Thanks for the heads up though.
Beautiful workmanship!
Thank you very much!
The music you chose for this is top shelf.
😁🙏 awesome thank you!
@@TheHiddenHomestead i agree, could you post the names of it?
@@thomas.thomas hhhhmm🤔 I can’t remember them off the top of my head. They were downloaded from the UA-cam creator studio. I’ll be editing another video here soon. So when I do I’ll open this one up and check to see what the names were
@@TheHiddenHomestead if they are from the UA-cam creator studio i might even find them myself, thanks
@@thomas.thomas well let me know. If not I’ll take a look
Beautiful work it’s as cool as the other side of your pillow.
Haha thank you!
Dude that was awesome!!! Love the handle plus the design of it looks amazing.👍🏼🥃💯
Thanks man!! 👍👍
Beautiful tomahawk! Thanks for sharing your skills.
Thank you!!!
Man, that's beautiful, so relaxing to watch...
Thank you very much!
You have made , one of the best looking Tomahawk, I am also certain it would perform well if called on.
Thank you very much!
That’s so cool! I wish I had skills like you, well done
😊 oh shucks. thank you very much!
This was a good job, very nice, congratulations from Austria
Hey thank you!!
Very nice!!!! What is the name of that dust that I press over the iron when you made the blade ??? Thank you in advance !!!
Thank you!! The white dust? It’s borax. It is used as a flux for forge welding.
Gorgeous Hawk. Thanks for the upload 👍
Thank you!!!
Usually thumbnails are deceptive, but I knew this one won't be. Immediately became a fan the moment I saw San Mai technique. Could not figure out if you etched it or not, but that leather wrap is beautiful. More power to you Sir
Thank you very much!! I did etch it. The video that I took of the process was corrupted for some reason and I wasn’t able to use it in the full video. But it was the same process that I used on the antler handle knife video if you’ve seen that one. It was a copper etch so it gave the metal a copper patina.
How is the tomahawk head attached to the wood so that it doesn’t fly off if you use it?
tomahawks are normally just friction fitted which is the same way I did this one.The SD card was full when I started the leather wrapping unfortunately. It’s what keeps the head held up towards the end if the wood happens to shrink.
Is that leaf spring the same steel as those regular springs 0:08 ? @thehiddenhomestead I want to start making stuff like this to
I don’t know the exact composition of each but they are both spring steel and can be tempered for use in tools.
That is one of the cleanest tomahawks I’ve seen! Well done sir. Well done. I’d buy one from you!
Thank you very much!! Well if I could get the time I’m thinking about making a few and putting them on our online store
I hope you find free time for make a new Tomahawks and ı wish to buy one of them.Have good time.Thanks for information..God be with you.
this was a beautiful build, glad i subscribed to your channel
Thank you. And thank very much for subscribing!
That is so beautiful. Watching a Masters at work has always amazed me, admiration 👍.
Wow. Thank you very much!
Absolutely cinematic video skills my friend - excited to see your channel grow!
😁😁😁 thank you very much!!
Excellent craftsmanship! Love the simplicity of your video while showing fine detail. I'm just getting into blacksmithing myself and I'm curious to know something I see often in axe making - the edge made of a different steel you are pretty much adding this as a forge weld because of the unknown/low carbon characteristics of the body correct? If the whole body was made of the edge you essentially wouldn't have any need to forge weld anything (albeit it would be far more expensive)?
Yes exactly. It’s cheaper and easier to forge mild steel but you need a hardened steel to hold the edge.
@@TheHiddenHomestead thank you for taking the time to reply! Much appreciated.
Very cool project 👍👍👍🤘 my friend
😁 thank you!!
Wow. You are a true artist.
Well thank you very much!
@@TheHiddenHomestead To take something rusty, forgotten, and (in most people's eyes) useless and turn it into something that is both beautiful and functional is something special. I'm jealous.
@@brushylake4606 I appreciate the very kind words.
In general, what’s the point of adding a bit if one were to make the whole axe out of high carbon?
If the whole thing was high carbon there wouldn’t be a point to I guess. But there’s no reason to make the whole thing out of high carbon. In my opinion anyway. It’s a waste of good high carbon and it’s easier to forge mild still. As far as I know traditionally axes, hatches, tomahawks, etc have been made from mild still/iron with a higher carbon bit forge welded into it. Higher carbon was more expensive and harder to come by so it wouldn’t be wasted.
beautiful job. looks great.
Thank you!!
tool steel ive grown weary of tuning up. id like 2 c someone make one with some bearing steel into the blade end. nothing agaist the maker !!!! he has GREAT skills😊
Awesome job. Your hawk is beautiful!
Thank you very much!
Since I’m not a blacksmith… How do I get one or two of your tomahawks?
I could put you on my list. I have a bunch that I’m trying to finish up and if you’re interested I could add one if I get the time. Reach out to me on Facebook or Instagram. We can discuss more there.
I like your handiwork and the background music. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇦🇺
Thank you very much!!
My favorite type of tool/weapon is a tomahawk and the one you made is absolutely beautiful like I want one type of beautiful lol
Thank you very much!! I do make and sell them but only when i have time to get into the workshop. I’m helping a buddy build his house though so workshop time is an extremely rare commodity this year.
Now that’s a proper fighting axe.
😁👌
Great job! Realy!
Thank you!!
Hi
Which grade of stainless steel do you suggest for making knife and sword and Tomahawk?
Please answer my question
Thanks
🙏
I don’t deal with stainless so I don’t know.
@@TheHiddenHomestead
Hi
Thanks man
Good luck
Good bye
👍🙏👋
nice build m8, how did you cut the blade to insert the harder steel into it? also nice music
Thank you very much. I cheated a little. Instead of hot cutting a slit I used the angle grinder to cut one.
Amazing workmanship sir and a gorgeous result.
Thank you very much!!
That thing looks soooo sick
😁🤘 thanks!!
Job well done how much with shipping
This is just a hobby of mine. So I’m only able to do it when I have the chance. That being said I have a list of quite a few to fulfill but I could put you on there if your interested. This particular one is $350 plus shipping. I can’t calculate shipping without knowing where you’re at. You could reach out to me on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like. Links to both are in the description.
Awesome work. How much would you want to make one of these for me ?
Thank you! $350 for that particular one.
Wow!!! Very nice thanks for the video 😊
Thank you very much!
To quote Doug Marcaida, "It will kill" amazing looking hawk btw and good choice of music, very relaxed kind of "last of us" feel to it.
Awesome thank you!!
Trivia: Marcaida's catch-phrase is actually ..."it will k.e.a.l", with keal being an acronym for "Keep Everyone ALive". He trains to be deadly NOT to hurt people, but rather to protect those who can't defend themselves. He will use his skills to help keep others alive!
@@jonahjones8140 oh, that’s why he says it like that. Cool, I never knew 🙏🏻
I’d love to buy one of these
I’d love to sell you one! And I would if I had one available. I just do this on the side when I have time though. As of now I have a “waitlist” but whenever I do get in to do them I’m going to try and set up a production to knock them all out. I’m hoping in the next month or so. Want me to reach out to you when I do?
@@TheHiddenHomestead well if you do give me a yell
@@itsjustreid7028 I will!
Would of like to have seen the assembly of it bro
Yeah you’re right. Normally tomahawks are just friction fitted so when editing the video there wasn’t much to that shot so I took it out. When shooting the leather wrap though the SD card was full and I didn’t realize it. So I didn’t get any video other then picking the leather up to start the wrap.
How much would one of these run
$300
I’d like to purchase one of your tomahawks
Awesome! ...but (disclaimer) I make things to order and only when I have the time do so. This is something I do on the side for fun not a full time gig. Yet anyway. So with what i have in commission already it would be a good while before I can get to it.
I would pay to learn, also tricks on how to keep it stable and not get how easily of the edge. Love the darkened wood too. But I love the work there is to build up the pieces, it must be incredibly hard to do and dangerous. Wow. hard to find the place to do this. Tons of tools needed, not just experience.
It’s a really fun process.
I love hawks and you did a great job!)) I am hoping to do one someday myself:)
Thank you!! And awesome! Good luck with it and have fun.
Excelente video!!!
Increíble el diseño de la hacha
Me gustó mucho 👍👍
Felicidades!!!
😃😃 thank you!!
It looks amazing, one question, what kind of edge does that tomahawk have? Is it a convex or a scandinavian?
I made it as a gift 4 years ago but if my memory serves me right I believe it was convex
Awesome informative Video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya Prayers 🙏
Thank you!!
Wow serious talent , beautiful Hawk.
Thank you very much!!
What a beautiful tomahawk!
Thank you!
Hermoso trabajo....de Argentina soy....quiero una!!!!
Muchas gracias! I’m making a few different ones now and will be selling them on our website soon
I don't want a "hawk" but, what i do want is...the skill that only experience brings to do that kinda work.
Good job man.
Thanks.
Wow! Thank you very much!! ☺️
Great skills !!!
I watched the video again that is an awesome job on the tomahawk !!!!
Thank you very much! I’m glad you enjoyed.
You’ve honed your craft, it’s beautiful to see, much love
Well I wouldn’t go that far. But thank you very very much!!! 🙏🙏
I love your work, are you selling these?
Thank you very much! I am actually. You can take a look at hiddenhomesteadstore.com/
If I were to buy one of these, what would the price be?
$300
Nice job. Wish the video was longer
Thank you. I’m not a fan of long videos myself so I tend to not make them. Do you have a question about the process that the video didn’t show?
Fun fact guys. This guy is awsome ! Thank you for this video sir
😂🤣 well thank you very much! I’m glad you liked the video!
Really nice I wish I could buy it
Great work brother... Love the way you make
😁thank you!!
Do you sell those anywhere?
I do! You can find them along with a bunch of other stuff on our website at hiddenhomesteadstore.com
Epic. Looking forward to more videos good sir. Godspeed.
🙏🙏🙏👌👌 thank you sir!
Can I buy one?
You sure can! In the video description you’ll see a link to our store. You can find and buy one there. Keep in mind that I make these to order so once purchased it takes a little while to make since they are hand made. So it will say 0 in inventory but you can still purchase one. 🙏👍
Would have been nice to see how you secured the head and handle to each other as well as the leather..
Yeah you’re right. Normally tomahawks are just friction fitted so when editing the video there wasn’t much to that shot so I took it out. When shooting the leather wrap the SD card was full and I didn’t realize it. So I didn’t get any video other then picking the leather up to start the wrap.
But to explain. I wrapped the leather and secured it with tiny carpet tacks.
@ 5:55 is that oil to quench it? Your busting you but while I listen to chillin' music (thank you for that!) and drink my coffee!
Yes it is. I used Parks 50 quenching oil.
LOL you’re welcome! Thank you for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Really nice man! Thank you for the video!
Hey thank you!!
Wonderful skill and workmanship shown, well done. Now the most important question, will you make me one ❓
Thank you! I could. However I only do this on the side and when I can. That said I have a pretty long list already but can certainly add you to it.
@@TheHiddenHomestead Thank you, you're very kind. I would love to be added to your list, no matter how long it is, it would be worth waiting for. Ive never seen such beautiful and skilfully made tomahawks so to own one would be a dream come true for me.
@@stephenclarke3990 wow. Well thank you very much! I truly appreciate that. I’ll add you to it then.
@@TheHiddenHomestead No, thank you, I really appreciate you putting me on your list. It makes me so excited to think one day I will own one of your amazing tomahawks.One thing, will you kindly let me know closer to the time. Sorry to bug you even further but I don't know what else to say about contact. Anyway, take care, and thanks again.
@@stephenclarke3990 I’ll do that
So how do I get one of those?
I have a website where I sale everything that I make.
hiddenhomesteadstore.com
I’ve had some medical issues with my neck and back and I’ve not been able to get out and do much of anything so I don’t have any in stock. Take a look at the store though. If you’re interested you can follow the links on there to reach out on social media or email and I can get you set up for something.
That is a sexy hawk, well made. Cheers brother.
🙏🙏 thank you very much! 🍻🍻
great work
Thank you!
Wow great looking hatchet
Thank you!
What color do you temper at
It’s kind of a golden tan/brown
I would take you on my team anytime ! Experience,skill and the level of CARING..... Wicked nice Tomahawk as nice as I have ever seen. Liked how you forge welded that more hardenable edge. 👍
Wow thank you!! I really appreciate that. 🙏👍
I thought the steel used, for left springs was good steel, capable of holding a nice edge, why use a second piece of steel, for the edge?
The steel he forge welded in is the leaf spring steel, I'm assuming the square bar he used for the rest of it is ordinary mild steel.
Thats correct. I used the leaf spring for the hardened edge and the mild steel bar for everything else. Mild steel is way easier to work with.
Настоящий мастер👍👍👍
😁🙏
Этот мужик просто гений!
Сперва закалил топор, а затем начал обрабатывать напильником :)
он все правильно делал.. вконце доводят
If you know, you know. It’s obvious you don’t.
Good to know
Que bonita y funcional🤩✨🤩✨🤩 un saludo desde España🇪🇸
Very beautiful well done
Thank you very much.
Great work brother!
Thank you!!
What race of dog it is?
It’s a Cane Corso.
@@TheHiddenHomestead wow
How did you make the tool for making the eye in the tomahawk?
I used a tapered sledge hammer. Heated it up and tapered it a little more then grinded it a bit to get the final shape. Then I heated the other end up to soften the steel so I wasn’t hitting hardened steel on hardened steel.
@@TheHiddenHomestead that is a good idea. Is there an idea on how to make a simpler version.
Ethan Stang a simpler version? All drifts are pretty much based on the same concept and basic design. Choose the shape that you want the eye to be then shape the drift to fit. Mild steel works easier.
@@TheHiddenHomestead i didn't know that mild steel works better. I'm trying to make one for a tomahawk as well.
Ethan Stang oh yeah. Mild steel is softer so if you can get a piece big enough then use it. It will be much easier to forge. It might not last as long as a harder steel but should still last a while. I already had that sledge laying in the scrap bin so I used it.
I like your style of video editing vs the fast paced no music type builds. Maybe one day I'll get some forging tools. Untill then I'll just stick to the hardware store 🥺
To start forging is easier then you think! Basic primitive blacksmithing can be done with a hard flat stone as an anvil and hole in the ground for the forge using charcoal. Then you make your tools. Learn while you supply yourself! 😁 and thank you very much! I appreciate you saying that. It takes a bit more time to edit this way but I enjoy the end product and glad you do as well.
Nada mejor que un Artesano prolijo
Gracias
Sir, this is absolutely beautiful.
Awesome. Thanks man!!
Nice Algonquin design.
😃 thank you!
Incredible
Thank you!!
Amazing! Great video!
Thank you!!
Very nice!
😁 thank you