Making a knife with only common tools - time-lapse
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
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Making a prototype bushcraft/camping knife using only simple tools. The blade is made from O1 tool steel, the handle is made from brown Micarta.
For more information check out goughcustom.com/
Regarding the sanding block: lots of people asked about the sanding block I'm using, so I made a video about it here: • Making a small sanding...
If you're looking at getting into knifemaking, here is a rough list of the tools/materials you would use to make something similar to this knife:
Materials:
O1 Tool Steel: amzn.to/1vF0nSo
O1 Drill Rod (for pins): amzn.to/1yKklfH
Micarta: amzn.to/1waT4zt
Epoxy: amzn.to/1yKpbcP
Tools:
Layout dye: amzn.to/1nssZLN
Hacksaw: amzn.to/1wdTNPo
Hacksaw blades (10", 24TPI): amzn.to/1oesHbU
Small C clamps: amzn.to/1yKl1li
Scribe: amzn.to/1wdUeth
Transfer Punches: amzn.to/1DiLfen
4" Vise: amzn.to/1wiFcEp
12" Double cut bastard file: amzn.to/1vnN8nw
10" half round bastard file: amzn.to/1vnNivi
OR File set: amzn.to/1DiLWnP
Hammer: amzn.to/1vnNSZT
Milwaukeee M12 drill: amzn.to/1rIs8BT
'F' clamps: amzn.to/1wiGIX8
Sandpaper: amzn.to/1wdVblg
Fine Sandpaper: amzn.to/104jgBc
Bernzomatic MAPP torch: amzn.to/1wiHkvS
Channel Locks: amzn.to/1DiN9vw
Toaster oven (or use home oven): amzn.to/1rIuhO2
Masking tape: amzn.to/1sXm0vc
Pliers: amzn.to/1CwL6BN
Tools to make:
2 Brick forge: www.bladeforums...
(K23 firebricks for 2 brick forge, you can get these cheaper locally): amzn.to/1waUvhl
Filing Jig: • How to make and use a ...
Thanks for watching!
-Aaron
I do use electric tools for most of my knives, just in this case I wanted to demonstrate that you don't need a lot of expensive tools to get started with knifemaking...
And you succeeded in this demonstration! Thanks for sharing this. No matter how long ago it is right now.
Thank you for sharing this video. Allow me to ask just a question. Which progression of sand paper are you using before and after the heat treatment? Thank you.
I hate to say this, but we may be headed back to a world where most things are produced by hand by local craftsmen. I am glad to see a resurgence of interest in these traditional skills. Your work is exceptional.
with the whole russia and ukraine business that happened recently, even before your comment was even posted, WW3 is possibly on the brink of beginning.
That is what the Fat Cats want, they ride it out safe in their bunkers, making a killing by selling weapons to both sides, and it removes most of us freedom lovers, or at least it shifts our focus and gets us to trade rights for protection! It is the same game they have always run! And Joe Public happily eats it for breakfast, just like every other packaged box of sawdust.
A great evil has afflicted humanity with a profound amnesia. I see the people as swollen buds of unrealized potential, who lack only the confidence to blossom into their true selves. What will usher in the spring of a great awakening and unfolding for humanity I do not know, but in the nature of every flower is the power to stand tall and proudly present it's true self to the eyes of the universe.
I can see an increase in local production of items such as knives. But not hand made like this. This is something that he probably made as a one-off for his own use and the fact that every time he looks at it he can be like "yeah, I did that". If anything, they would be forging them for custom high quality designs or stamping them for a small scale production run of a cheaper, more common design.
Jay Man Small scale production definitely uses more power tools. This video was made as a demo of what you can do with minimal tooling.
Forging is unlikely to be use for any sort of quantity as it requires care to not alter the composition of the steel for the worse. Forging (hand forging at least) is also usually restricted to simple carbon steels.
The tooling costs involved in stamping generally rule out it's use in low volume production. These days most low-volume production blanking is done using waterjets, plasma or laser. Waterjet is the most suitable for blanking cutlery steels because the other methods will leave you with hardened edges...
WOW! this is truely amazing how much patience you have with this!
Yes, precision is his forte.
Aaron, that really...REALLY....COOL !!!
The craftsmanship, the time, the quality, AND the great video, and editing.
Thanks for sharing that with us.
Thanks for watching Brad!
I am not a knife maker myself, I just like watching random stuff on YT from time to time. Dropped a line to say that I am really impressed by your craftsmanship.
Commodore Man Thanks mate!
That was nothing short of awesome. I admire your dedication, hard work, and attention to detail. Truly fascinating video, well done.
Aaron, I just finished my first knife, and it was an awesome learning experience. For a long time I've wanted to craft a knife and your videos, this one in particular, helped me not only technically, but helped me believe that it was something within my capabilities to accomplish without a lot of expensive tools and machines. Just wanted to say thanks!
Good work mate! Always nice to hear that someone was inspired by the videos, that's a big reason why I'm making them!
This video sounds like a fax machine is being murdered.
I like the sound...now I took a week making a single tanto knife...lol
tensephilly y
tensephilly Or massive digestive problems.
It also sounds like it's from Benny Hill's show )))
BRUTAL
Not just knives! I love making lots of different things! I'm focussing on knives right now, but in the past I've worked on guitars, guitar amplifiers, robotics, pens, etc...
For me it's very relaxing. I can't imagine what my life would be like if I didn't get to create things on a daily basis!
This was the first video I watched by you, and I'm totally awed and amazed. I have seen so many other channels that claim to have documented the "making if a knife with simple tools" and then show a video where they use a belt grinder, rotary wheels, and all sorts of other knife-making equipment that a lot of beginning and aspiring knife makers like myself don't really want to mortgage our houses for. This is definitely one of the best videos I have seen about making knives without anything fancy, and it process that beginners really can make a beautiful knife with enough effort. Thank you so much for this addition to the knife making world. I can't wait to see more!
Also, I love the French style. :)
+Sir Hawk Thanks mate! I have a couple of other videos that cover basic tools for knifemaking.... With a bit of effort you can get great results with inexpensive tools!
Awesome build! Serious amount of filing! Cool knife!
Thanks mate!
instaBlaster...
I can only imagine that a techno artist is ripping the audio from this video for sampling in their mixes.
Haha
Absolutely outstanding work. Like a Timelapse of an painting being made. Except this artist makes knives.
Thanks very much mate!
I didn't know so much work went into making a knife... somehow I felt a tiny bit of satisfaction for you when I reached the end of the video. Brilliant craftsmanship!
I like the sped up sounds as well. Prrrrrrrbbbt!
Gough Custom What thickness is the O1 Steel that you use? Just wanting to make sure the link in the description (5/32") is the same as what you would suggest using.
I'm wondering what kind of metal is the blade. Also if the Hack Saw could cut it so easily, would it be possible to make small knife blades from Hack Saws??
Great video by the way
The blade is O1 tool steel.
Small knife blades can definitely be made from hacksaw blades! You just have to be careful not to get them too hot while shaping them as they get soft.
1).He answered you better than I can(as well as posting it in the description). But let me add,: You can buy O1 stock , from any machinist supply house( Victor machinery exchange, MSC, Grainger, and McMaster Carr). All should have it in lengths from 2 to 3 feet, in the annealed state. In varying thickness and width. You probably want( thickness) from 1/8, up to 1/4, for stock reduction, as per in Video. For width you need to of course look at you pattern to decide. lay it out first and measure. You should be able to get two knives out of a two foot length. Plus maybe a smaller(patch knife, paring knife), depending. 2).You can cut knife blanks from any saw blade. But these are already hardened( for as per their intended use). You have to either anneal first; Or leaving it hardened, and cut via grinder ,or acetylene/plasma torch. You must then also, grind your holes instead of drilling( as a drill bit or end mill, won't be able to bite into hardened steel). To grind holes, use a dremel tool(or dremel bit in a hand drill). grind them under sized, and enlarge to desired diameter with a rat tail file.
I love how you left the sound alone, I liked that. Most of the time people feel compelled to replace it with annoying music.
The nice thing about videos like this, especially for me, is that although they show how you only need a handful of basic tools that anyone can gain access to, most people have access through a friend or family member to tools that can make it even easier for novice knife makers. For example, access to a metal cutting bandsaw can really take time off the build. Thank you, Aaron, for letting us learn from you!
+C. R. No worries at all mate, glad you like the video!
I have like... 5 of these tools
Well then you're off to a good start!
What is the approximate number of man hours that went into making this knife start to finish?
From memory it was about 12 hours.
Gough Custom
what are those things you roll your sandpaper onto ???
Lalaland It's a small sanding block. I have another video on my channel that shows it in detail
Would be interest in a list of tools, some of your tools I have not seen before, this would be something I think I could do as a hobbie.
I don't have a list, sorry. What you need will depend on what method you decide to use. Have a look through the videos on my channel, and watch as many other tutorials as you can!
2:45 not sure what that is.
never mind looks to be just another random styled sanding block.
Hi mr gough...
I just startet making knives thanks to your films here on UA-cam, they have helped me a Lot as you Are explaining everything very good...
+Anders Christensen awesome mate, glad I could help!
This knife was made from O1 tool steel, it's a fairly easy steel to work with. Hacksaws are definitely underrated!
How long did it take to make?
he said to another comment 14 hours
Der Kommentator .,.yep, I'm with you on this... just how many hours??
Tracy Kooken I se you can't read
Gough Custom If I order these items off amazon do you make money? If not, I will just to my local hardware store and get them. If you do then I will order if from here
Hey Matthew, nice of you to think of me! I do make some money from the Amazon links. I've tried to make sure I'm linking to stuff thats good quality and is as close as possible to what I use. The prices are generally very good, and in the cases where they're not (the firebricks are the only real item that's expensive) I've made note of it...
If you have issues with any items bought off that list please make sure to let me know so I can edit the list. I will add a similar notice to the list actually..
Gough Custom thank you for making this amazing resource, I fundamentally feel that you put your time into making this, you deserve to get paid for it. If ordering from here makes sure you get some money..so be it. I think as someone who values how I spend my money, this is an important piece of information. Every dollar we spend is a vote, I want to make sure my vote goes to the right place
matthew feldman Thanks mate! I appreciate the thought you've put into this!
Marvelous work !! But ..."Common tools" (!!)
What did you want him to make it out of, a potato peeler ?
(??) I think you got me wrong..
+Carnes Florida No, I understood you just fine.
A drill, hacksaw, clamps, and some files. Those are pretty common tools.
Another excellent tutorial! The best one on UA-cam for beginners on a beginner budget!
Thanks dude! glad it's helpful!
You my dear Sir gave me hope in doing my own knifie in the future months to come.
I much apreciate your help!!!
All the best to you!!!
Cristi Drew Glad to hear it, best of luck!
This is so fucking awesome :)))
Cheers!
Sounds like Skrillex.
Alien sounds!
Dentist!
To be honest this video is really supposed to be a 'documentary' style video, rather than a 'how to', but many people seem to be using it as an instructional video, which is great if it helps! I have several other specific how-to videos on my channel that you might find more useful.
The 'wood' on the handle is actually a synthetic material called Micarta. It has a wood-type grain to it so I can imagine how it could be confusing!
Wow! A true Old World Craftsman.... What patience and commitment.... Brilliant movie, thanks for sharing.
Cool vid but just out of curiosity how many inmates tried to get you to visit for just a few minutes.....lol
Haha I think the inmates have got me beat on that front! I saw a mythbusters episode where an inmate had made a fully functioning semi-automatic handgun from plumbing parts! Makes my knife look not all that clever!
I was refering to the speed cutting done in the time lapse.
3:09 drop the bass
Having all these tools is as common as 8 yr olds doing math during spring break.
these tools are actually very basic. A saw, clamps, files, powerdrill, sandblock. Sure the fancy jig for the bevel or the makeshift forge... but what did you expect? plastic scissors and a ruler?
behemoth666123
I said having >all< of these was unusual, which it is.
intrepid35sweden well, ok. But you can always improvise on some level
i have a saw some type of clamps a file and a sanding block and a power drill with no battery
no it isnt, i have al of these tools, actualy i have an home-made coal forge and an belt grinder laying around somewhere too
Ok... WOW.... I have all of those tools... What I don't have is the energy! That was quiet amazing!
Haha, it can be a bit tiring but it's not too bad! The thought of having a sweet knife at the end of the process will keep you going :)
Brett DiMichele Studios I was thinking the same and then like but he did it I have to and then you’re being all honest and Shit 😂 love you man 👍
Wow
I know! How does he move that fast?
That was great. Thank you for the wisdom
Thanks Gough for the tips and examples. Makes more sense when seeing you do it. Learned much and now will try to reproduce your methods on my own. Best to you and thanks for sharing. Made a big difference to my first knife.
Thanks mate! Glad the video was helpful!
If you have none of the tools it'll cost about $460 to get them.
Did you go through the amazon links and add up the pricing or is that a guess? I've never actually added up the price of all the Amazon links...
I'm working on a new video that shows exactly how to make a knife start to finish with basic tool, total tool cost for that even if you don't have anything is around $240.
Yeah, I did. But the new video seems cool, if not, at least more affordable.
I made a knife using 2 hammers 2 pliers a file and a gas torch. About 30€ total with materials.
Ulim151 Nice work!
Gough Custom I used some driftwood as handle and simply used some big nails cold forged till they are flat enough as blade
These tools are not common to most of us.. It is a nice knife..
But they are common at your local hardware store, which is not the case for many of the tools I could have used to make the knife.
Gough Custom Tanks are common too, the Army has many, just joking. Nice knife!
Gough Custom Many are expensive which keeps them from being common to all of us..
Robin Conkel-hAnnan Most of the tools in the video are less than $20 each. The most expensive tool in the video is about $55 and that's the propane torch that I used. The cordless drill I used could be replaced with a $30 corded drill from home depot, or you could pick up a cheap drill press second hand for about the same amount. The forge is made with 2 firebricks that cost $5 each, many of these things are likely nowhere near as expensive as you think. Yes, it may take some time to save up for all of them, but they they'll last you for a long, long, time.
Some of those bench tools are much higher..
This is a great video. I appreciate your craftsmanship and your ability to improvise. Thats not just a knife its a heirloom. Its inspiring. Thank you for posting.
I enjoyed the video, and fully agree with the statement on the convenience of power tools. They are not necessary for a true craftsman, they just make it easier to get the job done quicker if you know what you're doing.
Crazy amount of work. I would say you put at least 40+ hours into this knife. The craftsmanship and dedication is first class. I am impressed.
This knife was actually around 12 hours, which is not so bad when you think about it! Good project for a weekend or two.
Great video, I would actually have liked to see the whole thing in regular time. I love to see how others do things and pick up on tips here and there.... thankyou
Absolutely love the positive feedback that your videos are getting and how active and kind you are with your viewers, you're extremely talented and I'm extremely happy that your videos get this kind of response, when I have the time, I will definitely look into knife making as these videos have really inspired me. Thank you for the amount of time and effort you put into this and make sure that your viewers are informed. Cheers man!
Thanks very much mate!
Done completely by hand.The results are outstanding.
sheila delaney Thanks man!
Thanks! I use a custom little bracket that I machined... However using hose clamps works very well. I have another video on my channel that shows how to make the filing jig, and I show a bit of detail there about how I do the attachment.
nice and simple, nothing too fancy, love it! you convinced me to get a nice hack saw! i used to make knife with a dremele but now i use said saw.
Very Impressive to watch. Great finished product and hard to find such quality in the local sporting goods stores. Well done sir. Thanks for posting.
Very patiently done and beautiful execution on the time lapse.
+8th sinner Thanks mate!
The patience and time to do this it's rare for men today lol,great video and thank you for the share
Funny how when you speed up the video, the man becomes just like the machine, moving at many rpms...but the difference lies in between those many hundreds or thousands of hand strokes. Incredibly inspiring work.
aside from the time and quality you put into making the knife, the video was fantastic !! I've watched several of your vids and just want to say thanks !!!!
Thanks mate!
The step in the oven after the quench is called 'tempering'. Basically you trade off some hardness for much more toughness. The steel is very brittle right after the quench, much like glass.
Hi Jack,
I generally recommend 5/32" thickness for my knives up to about 5" blade length. Over that I would move to 3/16" or 1/4"
No worries mate! Best of luck on your first knife!
I'm your 81,753 subscriber you are very inspiring. Tools are man's gift to this universe.
Thanks Nikhil!
From someone who has, basically, every single item from this video in my cart on amazon I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to put these videos out there for people like myself who is wanting to take that first step off the cliff that is knife making. I'm sure the questions will come but my first one is this: what round files are you using? There are links to both other types of files you're using in the description but not the round ones. Thanks for your time!
ajohndoe17 Hey mate! Glad the video was helpful!
I believe I'm using a 10" round bastard file, I don't know which brand. Nicholson should be fine.
No worries mate! I think there are a lot of hand tools out there that are under-utilized these days. I still find it's often quicker to pick up a hacksaw for small jobs than it is to head over to the bandsaw...
Wooden handle, polished tool steel blade with flat ground drop point. The quintessential outdoorsman's knife; simple and elegant. Thank you for sharing what must have taken a sh*t load of time and effort to create ::thumbs up:::
Thanks mate! Glad you liked the video!
A true master in his art. You are the master.
Amazing video. Good old videos! Can't stop watching! You are so inspiring!
I always admire craftsmanship.
I like that lansky inspired (or so it seems) file jig you used to make the flat grind. Pretty ingenious.
The jig actually came before i ever saw the Lansky, the basic idea for the design was given to me by the guy that taught me knifemaking when i was much younger, it works very well!
I think out of all your knives in like this one the best, it has that "hand stoper" In the back so if you stab some wood or something you can pull it out easily, also I love the handle color reminds me of a food military blade
Glad you like it mate!
@@GoughCustom is this one for sale on your store? In the near future I'm looking forward to buying one of your knives and I would love to buy this style one
@@McGowanForge Not this exact knife no, I do have updated versions though, the closest would be this one: store.goughcustom.com/collections/knives/products/resolute-mkiii-dlc-coyote-brown
That is a lovely blade. Nicely made and with simple hand tools no less.
PhoenixCustomPrimiti Thanks mate!
Excellent!!! Thank you for taking the time and to show that it is POSSIBLE!!!
No worries mate!
I can't help but want that knife. Beautifully done!
I could watch fantastic hand-skills all day! Great video.
Thanks mate!
LOVE the filing/beveling jig! great job!
Thanks! I have a video that shows it in more detail on my channel!
Your videos are very educational. Thanks for putting them up for us aspiring blade smiths. Subscribed.
Cheers mate!
Yes absolutely! I will never deny that! The other thing is that for beginners they're much more likely to get a good result with hand tools (and the right jigs) because the progress is slower and mistakes will not happen as easily.
I've never seen someone work a file that quickly in my life. I could hardly see your hands move. Amazing. :O
I hope to god your a troll
I'm glad you left the original audio. Awesome video.
MiniM00se Thanks mate!
Aaron, thanks for all the sharing and inspiration! There is a lot of information out there on making knives, but I think you have "dumbed it down" and made it accessible for a beginner like me. Looking forward to watching your progress and success. I will share my (limited) progress on FB as I go along. Thanks again!
Sounds good mate! Make sure to check out my actual 'how to' videos on my UA-cam channel page as well, they cover the important parts of the process in much greater detail.
Thank's alot from qatar I really enjoy when I saw you youtube thanks also for more information and your time
❤... I am going to start knife making in nov 2023. Your video was a good inspiration.
Thank you so much
You're welcome! I hope you enjoy learning knifemaking!
Sorry i didn't realize how many videos you had. Spent most of lady night watching. Cannot wait to start my first knife.
The sound of the drill is so satisfying.
+Brody Little Glad you like it Brody!
possibly the best vid I have seen on the tube of all time! I know just how long that must have taken you & I am impressed! hats off to you Sir.
All the people who disliked this vid must have something wrong with their head?
Thanks mate, glad you liked the video!
Gough Custom I love the shape of the handle, look real good.
Thanks mate!
I define common in this case as 'you could buy them at a hardware store'. Lots of the tools a professional knifemaker uses would only be available from industrial supply places or specialty knifemaking places.
Thanks! O1 steel is generally very easy to machine, that includes cutting it with a hacksaw, provided the hacksaw has nice, sharp, good quality blades.
The forge was based off a deign that's floating around the 'net called the '2 brick forge'. If you google that you'll be able to get more detail than I could give you. In my case it's basically just 2 fire-bricks with a channel cut all the way through, then a small hole at the side for the propane torch.
The bricks were stuck together using refractory cement, and then the whole thing was wrapped in a piece of scrap sheet steel I had. Works quite well, especially for the cost and the size!
Enjoyed this video, and now a few friends are eager to get into knife making. Thanks for the inspiration!
best of luck mate! it's a lot of fun!
Just came back and watched this because it was the tutorial that helped me make my first knife
Awesome knife, I acctually tried the jig yesterday and found out that you are a man of patience, I had some good quality files but it still took alot of time! :) Going to spend the next time on designing myself a grinder instead :)
Keep up the good work!
Edvin It definitely takes a while!
I stopped heating the steel before applying the anti-scale, as I found it worked better when applied cold. you just have to make sure that the steel is SUPER clean otherwise the anti-scale won't stick...
No power tools(beside driller), totaly by hand! This is really awesome!
Ruji Yu Thanks, glad you liked it!
If you were turned loose in a scrap yard, there's no telling what you would do with all that steel and other stuff at your disposal! Insane job as always with the knife!
Honestly that sounds like a lot of fun!!
Just finished my first knife using these methods! Thanks for the inspiration !
+Nicholas Kenway nice mate! Glad I could be of help!
That file rig for grinding the bevel at the right angle was really nice.
Cheers! I have another video on my channel that shows it in more detail...
Spot on, nice work and a good demo of craftmanship
Thanks mate!
this man here is my favorite knife maker on the planet!
Aw Snap Thanks man! Very glad you like my knives!
Very impressive. You sir have a lot of patience.
ptriq Thanks mate!
I am getting ready to make my first knife. Thanks for sharing this video. I plan on doing mine all by hand. My only issue is the heat treating! I don’t have a problem with doing the tempering, I have a toaster oven for that. I was planning on using a small charcoal grill and charcoal with a shop vac exhaust for the air. Again thanks for sharing.
No worries at all mate! sounds like you have a good plan for heat-treat!
This is a very very informative and eye opening video.
Thank you!
Thanks mate!
Loved the first Video, especially the form of the knife. Would be great to see more!
I love the sound everything makes in fast forward!