If you ever feel like doing a similar blade, can I suggest placing bearing between the washers also? And for all of the people that don't like your voice over... screw em' I like the explanation of your process.
This is a very nice knife. The end result is amazing. And as others have said, the voice over is good. Because it's good to know just what you're doing and why.
I would use a much thinner core to preserve the San mai pattern, and the grade 8 washers with bearings are both great choices, so you should try it without a core metal. I recommend Damascus stainless sets of 4 or 5, and have an additional option to swap out for a custom set.
Killer piece mate! I love the micarta handle too. Your work is really coming along in leaps and bounds. Don't stress about fish mouths either. It's gonna happen. You already know how to get past it. Love your blades.
Morning, Absolutely Amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, and yes now you got me thinking of how to save money for a one of a kind Knife. I cook a lot of Texas BBQ for Church and Friends and hope one day to start a business. Thank you for your videos. They are amazing. Keep them coming.
That pattern is awesome it looks like eyes and teeth I liked that you made your billet oversized then didn't stress about the cracking I think that would have made me start over lol good job and great finished piece
Like the way this came out. Would love to see you get to the point where you can be self supporting with income from your blades and youtube channels, even if you choose to continue working outside those pursuits.
Definitely get a small wheel attachment and seriously consider a rotary platen as well. Both will make life much nicer. Good work, I wasn’t sold on the pattern at first but after grinding the bevels in it has a much cooler look.
morning JP. i dont know anyone who doesnt get the fish lips when forging in a tip. have you noticed simple patterns like this one, people either love them completely or become trolls and cant say nothing nice. i will be honest, even though i have been making knives for awhile now. i still use a grinding jig on my grinder so i hardly ever make divots. if i needed a knife i would buy one. your work is phenomenal and well more advanced than i did at your age
Yea but i think thats it in anything anyone publicly makes. Either its well recieved or they complain "thats not true damascus, true damascus has been lost to time". They will find something to complain to if they are trolls. I also need a jig. What jig do you use?
Not damascus. AEB-L Stainless steel. I hope to be able to make damascus knives in the 300 to 400 range in the future but right now thats not really doable. Once i get a power hammer though 🙄
I think either twist or herringbone Damascus would be a type you could mass-produce efficiently, it looks really unique and stands out and a nice micarta handle. Maybe an 8" blade with a full tang for longevity and durability. $200 would be a great price point for chritmas or really anytime knives. Brass pins look good too!!
I think once i have a power hammer i could make some nice and more cost effective damascus knives. For now im going to try some stainless for prodcution since they are easier to maintain
I hang the tip over the edge of the anvil and it works well for me. I think I've had a couple but I always hit the tip back towards the tongs when it starts.
If you make some knives with a few Crusader Crosses and some with Jerusalem Crosses, I'd buy them. And yes, in the blade Damascus style . Perhaps experiments with copper and bronze for red hues. Handles inlaid with Ringwoodite (rich vibrant and royal blues)
Nice looking knife! I think I would like to have seen more of the pattern and less of the core steel, but I understand that's not always possible. As far as the micarta scales, I like the look and I feel like sometimes other bladesmiths will create knives that are too beautiful to use. Keep up the good work!
Okay, a couple of tips... 1.) When Forging the tip to avoid a fish mouth at the tip, basically cut the tip at an angle (Spine to Edge) then forge the tip to shape 2.) to avoid getting that divot, just take your time grinding and make sure you're completely flat against he platen
I love wenge. Sad I didn't get to see that handle, but I love blue and micarta is nice so it's a win either way. Dunno if I'd buy the chef's knife, but I am on the lookout for a nice brisket knife though.
Thanks i like wenge as well but its some really tough material and i didnt have the time to make a trip for a knew blade to cut it with unfortunately. I bet those briskets are hiding in fear knowing your looking for a brisket knife 😅
The website is in the discriptipn of the video. Currently my books are closed so im not taking any orders but my books might open for some orders sometime next year.
Not a metal worker, but I notice that when some makers use those rounded kiss blocks, they’ll run down the length of the place at a 45 degree angle in one direction, then cross that the other way. This orients internal grain so that it is harder to crack the blade. Is that true?
If you aren't a blacksmith and only grinding a peace of steel, I would understand using micarta. But putting so much effort, energy, and skills in forging such a beautiful blade and finishing it with a micarta handle is a crime against yourself!
Christmas knives would be a Damascus/layered pattern blade? I'd be interested (I actually think you might be setting your price too low, but the market can help decide)
В этом пакете можно было проложить шарики не только внутри шайб, но и в промежутках между ними. А также можете сделать дамаск из обрезков от своих заготовок.
I think your knives will sell on your site if not I’m sure by now word of mouth has it on the streets that you make awesome knives and can still sell them that way as we’re exiting 2024 I truly hope that 2025 will be prosperous and healthy for you and your family
Thank you. I appreciate it. I havent sold much online and what i put there is more pricey because it is damascus that takes a lot of time to make. I wpuld eventually like to make and sell entry $200 high quality knives for people who have never had a good knife. A good knife is life changing.
I want to make folders but they are complicated so it will take time for me to get to making those. I would prefer to find a good teacher to show me since they have some many moving and tiny parts in them.
@@JPsBladeworks Like.. Grab some metal off a old chevy, then use the car to inspire the knife design.. Gotta film you at the junkyard and coming up with the design. That would be a dope ass video..
@@JPsBladeworkshave him send you the pieces and a drawing of the knife pattern, and come up with a price to make it for him! Picture Damascus is a different concept, with pieces arranged to create an image. Vegetables and meats 👍
Yea they are re-edits from before i did the voice over. I'm selecting the ones i liked and adding voice over and better editing since most viewers have never seen them since i was like under 2k subs at that time.
I've never forged anything B4 but I love watching people who do I recently saw a video were a guy forged a knife and he made American flags all thru the blade I guess it would be called an American flag Damascus have you seen any one do that B4 I lost the video is that a pattern that you could try
Those cracks had me worried, glad you were able to get them out and finish out a great looking knife. I dig the handle material tbh, I like the pattern it has.
I’m glad you went back to narrating it, for those of us who do not do these things, it makes much more sense.
I havent stopped narrating. I have a second channel with no narratikn for people who just like seeing the work
If you ever feel like doing a similar blade, can I suggest placing bearing between the washers also? And for all of the people that don't like your voice over... screw em' I like the explanation of your process.
Thanks. You're the second person to suggest that. It sounds interesting.
i hate maker videos with no commentary
@@JPsBladeworks you can also use different sized bearings or washers
As soon as I saw the prep, I thought this pattern was going to be brilliant, and it was. Great video. Thanks for going through all the steps.
You welcome
Lovely pattern. Your absolutely developing as an excellent smith. Do not stop posting!
Thanks i appreciate it
I would buy one of those batch knives in a heartbeat!
Thank you. I appreciate the feedback.
@@JPsBladeworks simple Damascus and I'm in
The final pattern is great, I love that you ground out so much because it looks like a cityscape
Thanks i love the look of the sanmai knives.
Very cool look. The handle turned out really nice, too.
Thank you
This is a very nice knife. The end result is amazing. And as others have said, the voice over is good. Because it's good to know just what you're doing and why.
Thank you
I like your pacing in the video editing. Great work, very enjoyable!
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed
Looking awesome! Love how you finish knives, handle and all
Thanks. I try my best
Beautiful knife!! and you did a wonderful job making it as well!!!!
I enjoyed your video so I gave it a Thumbs Up
Thank you. I appreciate you
Absolutely beautiful knife. I love the pattern and the micarta handles are perfect for it. Great job as always.
Thank you
That pattern turned out awesome! I like the handle too.
Thanks
I just about jumped out of my shoes a second ago,! I said "oh Jp has another video! Cool!. I love it
Glad you enjoy my videos
Another awesome blade man good job
Thanks
Amazing job,and great commentary.
Thank you
Again Awesome work bro!! Cheers from Argentina!!
Cheers from Usa
You did a great work 👏👏
Thank you
Nice job! That would make a killer kitchen knife. Thanks.
Thanks i appreciate it.
A fine looking knife!!!
Thanks
I would totally buy one!
I would use a much thinner core to preserve the San mai pattern, and the grade 8 washers with bearings are both great choices, so you should try it without a core metal.
I recommend Damascus stainless sets of 4 or 5, and have an additional option to swap out for a custom set.
Another solid build bru 👍🏻
Much appreciated
Another lovely knife, great handle..👍👍👍
Thank you
Killer piece mate! I love the micarta handle too. Your work is really coming along in leaps and bounds. Don't stress about fish mouths either. It's gonna happen. You already know how to get past it. Love your blades.
Nothing a little grinding cant fix 😅
I think it's a cool knife you did a great job
Thanks
Morning, Absolutely Amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, and yes now you got me thinking of how to save money for a one of a kind Knife. I cook a lot of Texas BBQ for Church and Friends and hope one day to start a business. Thank you for your videos. They are amazing. Keep them coming.
Thanks. I'm sure you will start that business and be successful one day.
That was a nice knife you make and the pattern is nice
Like also when you explain how you do things
Thank you. Glad you enjoy
That pattern is awesome it looks like eyes and teeth I liked that you made your billet oversized then didn't stress about the cracking I think that would have made me start over lol good job and great finished piece
I dont stress but enough heat and love and they weld back together.
Great looking knife
Thanks
Like the way this came out. Would love to see you get to the point where you can be self supporting with income from your blades and youtube channels, even if you choose to continue working outside those pursuits.
That would be nice but im still at least 6 months to a year from that.
@JPsBladeworks no one achieves it overnight. Just don't give up. You'll get there!
Looks great
Thanks!
That's a nice pattern
Thanks
Definitely get a small wheel attachment and seriously consider a rotary platen as well. Both will make life much nicer. Good work, I wasn’t sold on the pattern at first but after grinding the bevels in it has a much cooler look.
I think the layered washers lefts a cool cracked look when ground down.
morning JP. i dont know anyone who doesnt get the fish lips when forging in a tip. have you noticed simple patterns like this one, people either love them completely or become trolls and cant say nothing nice. i will be honest, even though i have been making knives for awhile now. i still use a grinding jig on my grinder so i hardly ever make divots. if i needed a knife i would buy one. your work is phenomenal and well more advanced than i did at your age
Yea but i think thats it in anything anyone publicly makes. Either its well recieved or they complain "thats not true damascus, true damascus has been lost to time". They will find something to complain to if they are trolls. I also need a jig. What jig do you use?
200.00/250.00 for a great handmade Damascus chef knife! Yessir!
Not damascus. AEB-L Stainless steel. I hope to be able to make damascus knives in the 300 to 400 range in the future but right now thats not really doable. Once i get a power hammer though 🙄
@@JPsBladeworks, still, a great knife for the money! 👍
Have you ever considered selling some of your cut offs to jewelry makers? Some of your patterns would make really neat signet rings and such.
Nice knife
Thanks
Much love bro bro
Thank you
I think either twist or herringbone Damascus would be a type you could mass-produce efficiently, it looks really unique and stands out and a nice micarta handle. Maybe an 8" blade with a full tang for longevity and durability. $200 would be a great price point for chritmas or really anytime knives. Brass pins look good too!!
I think once i have a power hammer i could make some nice and more cost effective damascus knives. For now im going to try some stainless for prodcution since they are easier to maintain
Great vid 👌
Thanks
Very cool knife!!! I would love to have a chef’s knife if you make some. 😁
Thank you. I appreciate it.
I would like to see that pattern with the ball bearings down the middle on the outside of the washers. That would give kind of a star pattern.
That would look cool too
What's up, bro?!!! That's what I'm talking about. I wish to see some customs knife 🔪
I got more in the works 💪
I hang the tip over the edge of the anvil and it works well for me. I think I've had a couple but I always hit the tip back towards the tongs when it starts.
Thanks for the tip
@@JPsBladeworks lol that's a great pun if you think about it
Can you use "interlocked split washers"?
I can
Ever think of making the canister part of the billet ?
Not really. I need the inside. If i weld it thats just mild steel stuck to the knife. I could though and make a sanmai
I was randomly thinking of ball bearings and washers the other day. LOL. I don't even do this. I just watch yall on UA-cam and thought about it.
UA-cam be reading your mind
If you make some knives with a few Crusader Crosses and some with Jerusalem Crosses, I'd buy them. And yes, in the blade Damascus style . Perhaps experiments with copper and bronze for red hues. Handles inlaid with Ringwoodite (rich vibrant and royal blues)
That seems like an interesting pattern
Nice looking knife! I think I would like to have seen more of the pattern and less of the core steel, but I understand that's not always possible. As far as the micarta scales, I like the look and I feel like sometimes other bladesmiths will create knives that are too beautiful to use. Keep up the good work!
Thanks. Glad you liked it.
Do you ever do weapon builds or is it strictly kitchen knives? I think you should do more weapons.
Ever tried using an oscillating saw or similar to shake the powder down in the nooks and crannies?
No but i do have one here. I just always used a hammer or a stick of some sort with no issues.
You should play around with some of the CSGO Knives, would attract a whole new audience. M9 Bayonet, Karambit etc...
Id have to look into them. I never played csgo but it would be fun to do that
i prefer not to use white out as the shell can helps prevent warping at cost of more grinding time and a few test dips in acid to see if all is gone
Everyone does things differently. I prefer a clean release. I personally hate having to grind and dip the knife to get all the mild steel out.
Very nice.
Thanks
I would buy one!!
Thanks i appreciate the feedback
Okay, a couple of tips...
1.) When Forging the tip to avoid a fish mouth at the tip, basically cut the tip at an angle (Spine to Edge) then forge the tip to shape
2.) to avoid getting that divot, just take your time grinding and make sure you're completely flat against he platen
I appreciate the tips
Out of curiosity, with a pattern like this, why not cut the tip in with the grinder/saw instead of forging it in?
Curiosity to see what it looks like forged.
Is that just normal spray paint that you coated the can in?
Yes. But it has to be white spray paint. I'm told others work, but i only use white since it's what works for me.
Just needs to contain titanium dioxide.
U should do it again but twist that damascus, wonder how that would look
That would be interesting
@JPsBladeworks ya I wonder how it would look
I love wenge. Sad I didn't get to see that handle, but I love blue and micarta is nice so it's a win either way.
Dunno if I'd buy the chef's knife, but I am on the lookout for a nice brisket knife though.
Thanks i like wenge as well but its some really tough material and i didnt have the time to make a trip for a knew blade to cut it with unfortunately.
I bet those briskets are hiding in fear knowing your looking for a brisket knife 😅
@@JPsBladeworks brisket is shaking like R Kelly in a girl scout meeting
Have you ever made a knife used for shaving? I think trying to make one out of a few packs of bobby pins?
What if i made a shaving knife from shaving blades 🤔
Where can i find you web page to request one of these?
Congrats, great work!
The website is in the discriptipn of the video. Currently my books are closed so im not taking any orders but my books might open for some orders sometime next year.
Would love to see some hollow going on your knives
Some hollow?
@JPsBladeworks sorry typo I ment hollow grind
@DwayneLevitzke ohhh that would look cool. I need to get more wheels for my grinder to do hollow grinds
Not a metal worker, but I notice that when some makers use those rounded kiss blocks, they’ll run down the length of the place at a 45 degree angle in one direction, then cross that the other way. This orients internal grain so that it is harder to crack the blade. Is that true?
Not that i know of
Lovely knife/work. There is a rumour that fish lips happen more when there are no steel toe caps worn. But it just a rumour. :)
That makes very much sense 🤔
The pattern looks like the washers are dripping towards the edge, like those crazy Salvador Dali paintings...
I dont knownwhat that is but ill look it up
My brain hurts. Those paintings are mesmerizing
If you aren't a blacksmith and only grinding a peace of steel, I would understand using micarta. But putting so much effort, energy, and skills in forging such a beautiful blade and finishing it with a micarta handle is a crime against yourself!
Nah i like the micarta and its waterproof so it works well with a kitchen knife so i dont regret my choices.
Ha! I thought fish lips were a feature! Yeah, I get them all the time.
Nothing a little grinding cant fix
Christmas knives would be a Damascus/layered pattern blade? I'd be interested (I actually think you might be setting your price too low, but the market can help decide)
No. In the video i say its AEB-L Stainless. I could make some random damascus ones but they would be pricier
В этом пакете можно было проложить шарики не только внутри шайб, но и в промежутках между ними. А также можете сделать дамаск из обрезков от своих заготовок.
If i make it bigger, I could probably do that in the gaps.
I think your knives will sell on your site if not I’m sure by now word of mouth has it on the streets that you make awesome knives and can still sell them that way as we’re exiting 2024 I truly hope that 2025 will be prosperous and healthy for you and your family
Thank you. I appreciate it. I havent sold much online and what i put there is more pricey because it is damascus that takes a lot of time to make. I wpuld eventually like to make and sell entry $200 high quality knives for people who have never had a good knife. A good knife is life changing.
Since it is decorative, try using stainless balls.
That sounds interesting
$250 for an AEBL chef knife is a screaming deal!
Glad you think so. I appreciate the feedback
Brave guy to be working in shorts.
I always work in shorts. Too hot for pants here
would you consider making pocket knives? i'd be VERY interested in those!
I want to make folders but they are complicated so it will take time for me to get to making those. I would prefer to find a good teacher to show me since they have some many moving and tiny parts in them.
@ well once you get it figured out i will be one of the first to order!!
@@CoCo021096 i appreciate it
I was thinking.. you should use some metal off a car at the junkyard, then make the knife design based on the car..
How so? I need more explanation i cant see it in my head yet.
@@JPsBladeworks Like.. Grab some metal off a old chevy, then use the car to inspire the knife design.. Gotta film you at the junkyard and coming up with the design. That would be a dope ass video..
@@JPsBladeworkshave him send you the pieces and a drawing of the knife pattern, and come up with a price to make it for him!
Picture Damascus is a different concept, with pieces arranged to create an image.
Vegetables and meats 👍
Damn, fish lips on the tip… I hate that 😂
It happens...often....🤣
I would love to buy a blade from you 🤤
I have a few on my website and a few im working on.
I would buy a knife, Bro
Thank you. I appreciate it
Are you re posting old builds? Or am I trippin I’ve definitely seen these I swear
Yea they are re-edits from before i did the voice over. I'm selecting the ones i liked and adding voice over and better editing since most viewers have never seen them since i was like under 2k subs at that time.
I personally have spent too much money on knives and stones recently so unfortunately I wouldn't be buying a drop
Thanks. I appreciate the feedback.
Yes, I would be interested in purchasing a butcher knife from you....
What kind of material?
сделайте ножик из железных зубных протезов а то из гаек и болтов все делают уже надоело
Send me some and ill do it
@@JPsBladeworks Я шучу УДАЧИ
Nice Nipple Damascus pattern lol
🤣
Just leaving a comment
Your appreciated
@@JPsBladeworks Thank you my man
I've never forged anything B4 but I love watching people who do I recently saw a video were a guy forged a knife and he made American flags all thru the blade I guess it would be called an American flag Damascus have you seen any one do that B4 I lost the video is that a pattern that you could try
Id have to look it up but that sounds pretty cool
Not really in the need of a chef knife, but I bet if you made a cool little ball peen hammer battle axe a bunch of people buy those. I would.
I have to learn to make hammers first 😅
I thought these were magnets.
What were magnets?
I'd take a chefs knife
Thanks i appreciate the feedback
Those cracks had me worried, glad you were able to get them out and finish out a great looking knife. I dig the handle material tbh, I like the pattern it has.
Thanks. Glad you liked it.
This should have been coffee darkened, it would be even more stunning.
Yea i fumbled that