The people like myself who try to replicate your work for our own collections have lots and lots of respect for your ability. You make it look easy, but in fact it's a lot of work, and then to make it look presentable. Nothing that would ever be mistaken for something you made, but presentable it takes weeks. A master is someone who already has everything I don't know figured out. That's where it's going to be fun if I get there, because then its a matter of expression, and that's what it's all about!
i worked in machine shops for about ten years. what you do is awesome. tempering, grinding. shaping. and hammering are none of them simple tasks and very time consuming. what you do is done at the highest level. if i had the money i would love to have the smallest thing you make. very much respect to you sir. you are a master of your craft! ! !
This is an amazing sword but technically speaking this is not a bastard sword, this is a longsword. Theres really only three types of swords: the short sword, the longsword, and the greatsword. The short sword is obviously much shorter and usually a tad thicker and is meant to be used with only one hand, which is why the grip is so small. The longsword, the one in the video is a blade with a longer reach and is meant to be used with two hands for powerful strikes. You can tell not only by blade length but by grip as well, if there's a gap between your hands when you grip it's most likely a longsword. The greatsword is a huge blade, you really never see it in actual combat, the grip is collosal to suit the blade. But there's actually a fourth type of blade, the bastard sword. But it's actual name is called the hand and a half sword. A bastard sword is a cross between a short sword and longsword. It allows the weapon to be wielded with one hand and two hands depending on the type of combat situation. The blade was usually slightly shorter than the longsword while maintaining the more common thicker to slimmer blade taper (when the blade starts wide at the bottom and slowly shrinks to the top opposed to a more direct and straight line like the blade in the video) however there's really no "better" version of the blade and is ultimately up to preference and what feels more natural. You can tell when a sword is a bastard sword when you try to grip the blade with two hands and your grip extends onto the pommel. It makes it great because if a grip is too long it sabotages the wrists movement when using one hand. But the bastard sword is short enough to not impede single grip combat, allowing for a shield but to also allow two hands in order to deliver more powerful strokes.
This is one of the most impressive things I've ever seen. I don't usually watch youtube videos that are this long, but I was mesmerized for the whole thing. So cool!
Your swords look quality made and attention to detail is impressive,, the swords look as if they can withstand the rigors of hard battle and maintain there integrity. Really nice to view process.
today I first time found your channel, and I must say You are an amazing guy with fantastic skills, passion and soul !!! Big words of appreciation, respect and admiration. I wish You all the best, good luck and great thanks for everythings from Poland !!! See You one day, one time, one pleace, somewhere out there........
Did anyone else have to google 'Bastard Sword'? These videos are not only mesmerising and instructional with Freerk's skill level, they also prompt you to educate yourself about historical weapons.
My first time watching you craft... impressive. I like the fuller die that you’ve made to simplify the job. I was wondering at first why you were making ladder cuts at first... I wasnt until I seen you also drilling and scribing further to realize how you were easing the stress of stretching and shaping.
When I was a child of around 6, I had a unique experience with swords, LOTS of them! By way of having an unintended gasoline vision, I had it happen whereby the millions of grass blades in the backyard had all turned into human beings and they were all dressed in medieval war garb which included silver/gray pointed helmets and mail armor and SWORDS! They were all crowded together shoulder to shoulder screaming at each other and hitting each other with their swords! It was only for a brief moment or two that I witnessed this scene and it was in bright colors and minute details. And it was something that rattled me pretty good. Sometimes, because of the experience, I consider getting a quality Sword............
That trip hammer in its first aplications was a modern marvel but now it's used mainly for repairing things when no part is available, using it to forge this item is like being a blacksmith from the 1600's what's discovered a way to get the same results with no skill or effort.
I just wonder if he can forge such a blade using old crafts and technology? Without all those pneumatic hammers and gadgets! Otherwise, congratulations on the excellent work and the many knowledge and skills he puts into his work. A heart is needed!
Does anyone know the purpose of scoring the metal with those X marks before the heating? Also whatever was the purpose of using the drill to make those many dents in the blade?
It's like watching creation itself, but instead of the splendor of a universe populated thus far mainly with anxiety driven monkeys, we get a wonderous sword worthy of warriors of legend.
The people like myself who try to replicate your work for our own collections have lots and lots of respect for your ability.
You make it look easy, but in fact it's a lot of work, and then to make it look presentable. Nothing that would ever be mistaken for something you made, but presentable
it takes weeks. A master is someone who already has everything I don't know figured out. That's where it's going to be fun if I get there, because then its a matter of expression, and that's what it's all about!
i worked in machine shops for about ten years. what you do is awesome. tempering, grinding. shaping. and hammering are none of them simple tasks and very time consuming. what you do is done at the highest level. if i had the money i would love to have the smallest thing you make. very much respect to you sir. you are a master of your craft! ! !
Spring steel, from mild steel, and artistry to boot. You, sir, are a craftsman. And the scabbard, too! Great video.
Do you by chance know the material he used in this video? Is it, as you said, spring steel?
This is an amazing sword but technically speaking this is not a bastard sword, this is a longsword.
Theres really only three types of swords: the short sword, the longsword, and the greatsword.
The short sword is obviously much shorter and usually a tad thicker and is meant to be used with only one hand, which is why the grip is so small.
The longsword, the one in the video is a blade with a longer reach and is meant to be used with two hands for powerful strikes. You can tell not only by blade length but by grip as well, if there's a gap between your hands when you grip it's most likely a longsword.
The greatsword is a huge blade, you really never see it in actual combat, the grip is collosal to suit the blade.
But there's actually a fourth type of blade, the bastard sword. But it's actual name is called the hand and a half sword. A bastard sword is a cross between a short sword and longsword. It allows the weapon to be wielded with one hand and two hands depending on the type of combat situation. The blade was usually slightly shorter than the longsword while maintaining the more common thicker to slimmer blade taper (when the blade starts wide at the bottom and slowly shrinks to the top opposed to a more direct and straight line like the blade in the video) however there's really no "better" version of the blade and is ultimately up to preference and what feels more natural. You can tell when a sword is a bastard sword when you try to grip the blade with two hands and your grip extends onto the pommel. It makes it great because if a grip is too long it sabotages the wrists movement when using one hand. But the bastard sword is short enough to not impede single grip combat, allowing for a shield but to also allow two hands in order to deliver more powerful strokes.
Absolutely incredible. I love watching a Master pursue his craft.
Quel travail magnifique vous faites Freerk c'est toujours un plaisir de vous voir oeuvrer je ne m'en lasse pas ! Merci !
This is one of the most impressive things I've ever seen. I don't usually watch youtube videos that are this long, but I was mesmerized for the whole thing. So cool!
No idea who could set finger down.... The highest level of one of the best craftsmen to make such an excellent creation! Thank you!
High level of blacksmithing!!! Is a pleasure to watch 👏👏👏👏
Except for the wire feed welding.
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You are a master craftsmen of the highest quality. Your work is second to none.
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You are a master craftsman well done.It is a pleasure watching you. Tony. .
Your work is absolutely a work of art
Absolutely beautiful. A MASTERPIECE
Beautiful art. Absolutely blown away by your craftsmanship sir. Please teach others!!
Perfect, and thoroughly fascinating from start to finish
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Awesome work!! A sword worthy of a king!!!
This was amazing! Had to watch the whole thing. You can tell this man enjoys what he does
Absolutely Beautiful! A true swordsmith.
incredible isnt he? never expected such an huge process to create this...it is absolutely fascinating....intrigued.
Thank you for sharing your masterful work good sir. T'was a pleasure to watch!
Just getting better and better every time, when it already feels there is no more for the improvement.
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Piece of Art.
Congratulations for your work.
That is a good longsword. The length of the blade... is just ideal. It's the best longsword I've ever seen.
You sir are a master!! Well done!
Your swords look quality made and attention to detail is impressive,, the swords look as if they can withstand the rigors of hard battle and maintain there integrity. Really nice to view process.
you're amazing man. this sword is a true work of art. you're an inspiration. good job and thank u for sharing.
You. Have made one truly outstanding sword. You video is also top rated as well.
Of all the swords you've made, this is my favorite.
Every knight would have been proud of this sword. Great work, like your other projects !!!
Beautiful craftsmanship! Truly you are an artist.
Incrivel, ficou linda... você é fera no que faz.. parabéns 👏👏👏 🇧🇷
Saying your works are art does not begin to encapsulate what you do. You are truly an amazing craftsman, and it's wonderful to view the process.
The quality of the steel is top. And the way you work is quality 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
Absolutely brillant!
HI
today I first time found your channel, and I must say You are an amazing guy with fantastic skills, passion and soul !!!
Big words of appreciation, respect and admiration.
I wish You all the best, good luck and great thanks for everythings from Poland !!!
See You one day, one time, one pleace, somewhere out there........
Greatly impressed with your skill and the end result. It is a thing of beauty, truly.
Stunning work, absolutely outstanding -- and +100 points for the Cobra Kai shirt
Did anyone else have to google 'Bastard Sword'? These videos are not only mesmerising and instructional with Freerk's skill level, they also prompt you to educate yourself about historical weapons.
Wow, you do it all and you do it Very Well!
WOW! Nothing to say beyond "WOW"!
Have you ever done a top 5 or 10 favorite swords/knives you ever done? I would be interested in seeing your favorite.
Great job. A real artist...
Exquisite work! Was this done for a commission?
What an absolutely stunningly beautiful sword WOW
SIR freek wieringa you are absolutely genius and in whole German you top order blacksmiths. M.M.ALI
My first time watching you craft... impressive. I like the fuller die that you’ve made to simplify the job. I was wondering at first why you were making ladder cuts at first... I wasnt until I seen you also drilling and scribing further to realize how you were easing the stress of stretching and shaping.
Thank you for sharing this beauty.
Вот это душевная работа, видно как автор вложил в этот меч душу!!! РЕСПЕКТ кузнецу за его кропотливую работу над деталями, мне очень понравилось.
Beautiful workmanship 100% Awesome, you are a Master!!! All my best.
Amazing work! Greetings from Brazil!
Beautiful sword. Masterful work.
As i start my learning journey.......this is what I inspire to be. With enough hard work I hope to he half this good. Amazing!!
Great work) It is necessary to demonstrate what this sword is capable of in battle)
That scabbard is art, you are a great blacksmith & leatherworker
İzlerken mest oldum. Harika işçilik ve değer biçilmez bir el emeği. Great job. Hello from Turkey
Obra de arte parabéns !!!!
FORMIDÁVEL!!! PARABÉNS PELO TRABALHO...
Well done, thanks for sharing.
Beautiful sword great work
Это лучшее что я видел, респект Мастеру!
When I was a child of around 6, I had a unique experience with swords, LOTS of them! By way of having an unintended gasoline vision, I had it happen whereby the millions of grass blades in the backyard had all turned into human beings and they were all dressed in medieval war garb which included silver/gray pointed helmets and mail armor and SWORDS! They were all crowded together shoulder to shoulder screaming at each other and hitting each other with their swords! It was only for a brief moment or two that I witnessed this scene and it was in bright colors and minute details. And it was something that rattled me pretty good. Sometimes, because of the experience, I consider getting a quality Sword............
PARABÉNS FICOU MUITO LINDA !!
Epic work!i love too🤤👌👌👍👍
Bravissimo!
ficou incrível! excellent work, it was amazing !!!
Top quality materials, high-end skills, obsessed workmanship deserves respect, hats off
That trip hammer in its first aplications was a modern marvel but now it's used mainly for repairing things when no part is available, using it to forge this item is like being a blacksmith from the 1600's what's discovered a way to get the same results with no skill or effort.
That is one beautiful sword. The only thing it's missing is a matching dagger. You sir are a true artist. I enjoy watching your videos.
if you could add a voiceover it would be one of the best documentaries in the world
ive always looked for the definition of perfection .then i found this video amazing job !
Beautiful piece!!
Such fine work.
Шикарный меч! 👍👍👍
"He is King in the North"
Parabéns pelo trabalho! Sou seu fã!
Just awesome
Beautiful work!
great video...FULL LENGTH MOVIE...IVE BEEN WATCHING... awesome what you do....
I have watched like 10 of your videos and I really wish there was some more info about what you are doing and why also cost and sale price
I just wonder if he can forge such a blade using old crafts and technology? Without all those pneumatic hammers and gadgets! Otherwise, congratulations on the excellent work and the many knowledge and skills he puts into his work. A heart is needed!
Incredible sir. Love your swords👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
A example of supreme craftsmanship
Perfectionist!!
Merci beaucoup😍😍😍😍😍♥️
야 . . !!!! 대단하네요. 이건 예술이요. WOW, So, GREAT. !!!! This is just ART !!!!!!
Bravo! Master!!!
"You looking to protect yourself, our deal some damage?"
"The finest weapons and armor."
“I could forge you a warhammer that would crush a giant's head like a walnut.”
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Looks like a duel purpose work of art.....pun intended...lol
Crush, clobber, slash or slice. We've got a weapon for any occasion.
Omg this is the most beautiful sword I’ve ever seen I want it so bad
No over editions, no jokes! Just work and art!
What do you have against jokes?
Does anyone know the purpose of scoring the metal with those X marks before the heating? Also whatever was the purpose of using the drill to make those many dents in the blade?
It allows the layers of different type steel to work thru to the surface so that after etching in acid the contrasting pattern is seen.
@@grantcox4764 Thank you very much!! That's very cool to know.
That long forge that was like backfiring looks dangerous as hell! 😁 Awesome sword!
i've seen this video something like 7 times...and finally I decided to put a like on it...what a bad person I am
Меч из домаска, это серьезно. Если мог бы поставить 100000 лайков то поставил бы. Руки золотые.
Amazing art
Gostei o cara é um tremendo artesão
ほんとにかっこいい尊敬してます！
Really cool, I respect you
friend, could you tell me what product you use to darken the metal? Thank you.
Amazing two-hand sword, amazing man.
technically it's 1 and 1/2 handed
It's like watching creation itself, but instead of the splendor of a universe populated thus far mainly with anxiety driven monkeys, we get a wonderous sword worthy of warriors of legend.
OH my GOD how wonderful this item
Perfect!