Blacksmithing: making billhook knife
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- Опубліковано 19 лют 2019
- I make a traditional scandinavian design billhook. No power tools. Open the full video description for more information.
I forge the blade from leafspring, make the handle from birch burl and the sheath from birch bark. Use tung oil.
A billhook is just a big knife used in many parts of the world - here in Scandinavia is billhooks mainly used for debranching… but you can use it for all kinds of things - it’s a very multifunctional tool. Billhooks comes in all kinds of designs. The design I show in this video have I seen a a few old examples of in Sweden and Finland - all hand made and not mass-produced. Some with center grind and some with single bevel. The hollow part/fuller is something I added to the "original" Scandinavian designs I have seen.
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A few quick questions:
1. Why the fuller/forged hollow part?
Stiffening the blade, less surface area when sharpening and cutting - that makes it more effortless to use and maintain.
2. Why the offset handle and the offset end with a scroll?
The offset end with a scroll prevent stabbing accident and damage of timber when using the end for push/pull timber. It also add more to hold on to as a secondary handle if you example want to use it like a "drawknife" or mount it as a "stock knife" + the scroll does a great job of hooking on to/wedge branches while moving them abound with the billhook and the hole can also be used for hanging the tool on a nail etc. The offset handle makes room for your hand while splitting wood and just in general + makes a guard so your hand can’t slide up on the blade and hurt you.
3. Why burl wood and cord?
Burl makes the strongest wood and able to withstand a lot more hard use before splitting compared to just normal straight grain wood. The cord makes the handle less likely to split.
4. What oil do you use?
Tung oil - but it's not critical, in this case didn't I let the oil harden any way. If you don't have tung oil or similar just use the same you use on food. You cal also just not use oil at all - it isn't critical.
5. What "power hammer" is that?
Treadle hammer and here is a video only about the hammer • TREADLE HAMMER - HOW M...
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Location: Denmark - on my properly.
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Website including gear list and other basic information www.runemaltebertramnielsen.com
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Video gear: Nikon D7000, Nikon 50 1.8, Røde videomacro, iMovie.
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No electricity..
No engine.
This is so beautiful...
I like it when he immediately uses the chopper to create its own sheath. Very practical. Same like his other knives too.
@azwan gomok...sembang kencang
Rune, I don’t know if you learned your craft from watching UA-cam videos or if you studied under someone. But whoever trained you must’ve been truly a master if any. Your work is nothing short of stunning. And you don’t use any power tools at all. Very inspirational stuff you’re doing here.
I am fascinated of how you can create such great blades with very basic tools. Old school indeed! I specially liked the birch bark sheet. Well done. Thanks for not having some head banging rock music to distract from the subject and cinematography.
Thank you Rune. I've only recently come across your channel and am now an ardent fan. Your videos are not only peaceful they are inspiring. I have watched many outdoor and bushcraft channels on You Tube but yours is exemplary - other content providers take note, this is how it should be done. There is no need to spoil a video with your ego.
The quality of your videos is amazing, so do the subject. Keep up the good work!
I appreciate watching your videos because you're all work and no talk
I wish that my life was as stable as this anvil.
Might be a little TOO stable for that! :0
Hope for the best
mine is more like his treadle hammer
Рун,попалось опять видео где ты покажешь волшебство, завораживающее зрелище, наверное начну учить английский, чтобы с тобой общаться,я из Коми занимаюсь рыбалкой и охотой так что к ножам имею особый интерес про таких как ты у нас говорят"руки растут из плечей)))))) удачи тебе 🤗
Привет тебе из Эстонии!
What I can’t read that
Simply wonderful! I love these videos about how things were made in a time forgot. Luckily this is being brought back and people are going back to simple life.
Anytime i want to relax i just come and watch your videos. Thanks for what you do.
Not only you are skillful in your work, you are a master, you are knowledgeable, you are patient and an artist. You are so clever. You made a type of machete that not only is useful, but it is beautiful. The case is so clever and ingenious that shows how intelligent you are, as well as how sophisticated and artistic. You bring us beauty, you bring us knowledge, you bring us peace, you bring us calmness, you are a blessing. You are the Leonardo Da Vinci of the North Forest. Thank you, thank you thank you.
I 100% percent agree with your comment. He is so gifted at creating things that it is beyond mesmerizing to watch.
Супер! Огромное уважение таким людям.
Outstanding demonstration as always. I like your camping videos... but for me these workshop videos are a true inspiration, thanks for sharing !
I really appreciate the birch bark sheath, nice touch! Also, this is an interesting billhook design. Great video.
После просмотров твоих видео я прихожу в состояние душевного спокойствия. Чувак, ты лучший психотерапевт на планете!
Согласен!
What do you mean?
@@user-zt5no2jg7j Вырастешь, узнаешь. Не парься.
@@user-zt5no2jg7j вы с какой галактики?)
Я тоже диванный мастер! Но после этих видосов , даю себе слово , что в выходные встану ,пораньше и пойду в гараж , что то делать!
I enjoy the darker more natural feel of your videos...keep up the great filming work
Christ Centered Ironworks Thanks
The most modern that can be seen in the video are scissors. A true Viking knifemaker
Красавчик!
Не останавливайся!
Твори!
👍👍👍
Rune you have such skills, I am in awe. Your videos are top notch. You have a gift and I want to thank you for sharing those gifts with the world.
Your videos give me some really peaceful moments. Thank you.
Just found your channel. There is virtue in your methods. Indeed, it’s own virtue. While I understand and applaud, at my age I need every power adding tool in my shop! While I could do things your traditional way, I won’t. My humble compliments from a ranch in Texas.
I'm super impressed by the chopping performance and utility. The hollow forge also looks very practical for sharpening. All around - wish I had one. I reckon I could carve a spoon with it even.
I love watching you out in the woods. You amaze me the things you do,
Absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing.
These are real master skills, respect!
It amazes me that such beauty and creativity can be done without ANY electricity and power equipment. Anything can be done with the right knowledge, and determination of taking the time to do so. Awesome video!
This is incredibly satisfying to watch.
Bruv i wish i had a forge like that. Its so rustic it makes me cry out of joy.
Very good work. Your description in the info box leaves no questions unanswered. Thank you for this video.
Very well conceived and executed. Thank you!
BEAUTIFUL !!! Wonderful craftsmanship !!!
What a beautiful tool and a beautiful craft! Thank you for sharing it with us.
Amazing! I wish I had 1/20 your skills. Respect and thanks for the video.
Extremely well done! Thanks a lot for making taping editing uploading and sharing.
Awesome!
What a skillful master can do!
Loved it!
Always a pleasure to watch you working......
Another fascinating video. Your work speaks for itself and you sure know how to make things that cut. Thank you for posting it.
That's very beautiful,,,allot of hard work pays off nicely,thanks for sharing this with me.
Super!!! К сожалению, я не знаю английского языка, хочу высказать Вам свое уважение, Вы отличный мастер!
You sir, have incredible skills! Good job!
Amazing talent. Love your work Bertram.
I love the handle, beautiful
Loving the whole bike-sharpener! Awesome :)
I like the the sound hammering makes. Also, I love the way you craft. Keep it up! Thanks for sharing another wonderful vid.
I love blacksmithing videos! I work with it my self, lot of inspiration! :)
Your videos have a way of easing ones mind! Definitely enjoying your craft.
Молодец! Слов нет! Да и слова тут лишние!
Thanks for the video and all the information in the description very helpful and interesting
As ever, a spectacular video, while this design is not a billhook it looks like a useable tool. Well done and I love your videography and smithing style
its a scandinavian styled billhook. so yes it is a billhook.
@@MrHANGALABANGALA after some research I have found you are correct, sort of haha. It is a Havukirves or coniferous block bill, not just scandinavian in origin the english have them too! Thanks for the correction mate
I watch your blacksmithing videos twice lol, once to enjoy and again to learn. Love this stuff haha
Im going to be late for work! I cant stop watching! Thanks for making these videos, I love to watch your work.
My friend is doing a very natural job. Congratulations. Loves from Turkey.
Very cool. Well done Rune, solid tool you created 👍
nagualero thanks :)
Excellent piece of craftmanship and excellent video again.Thanks a lot.
Excellent, I never saw this shape of a blade before. I see that it's capable of some great work.
Thanks for sharing it.
good sir you are the god of your craft. please never stop
Gotta get me an old bicycle !! 😎
THAT was great fun to watch !
Thanks Bert !
Excellent job, congrats. Yours is one of my favourite channels!
Really cool, awesome tool and manfacturing.
I so love ehat you do but there is no point me watching your black smithing abilities!
Bushcrafting, I love to watch & learn from you. You are sooo creative!!!
Fuß getriebene Schlag Hammer, einfach genial!!! Daumen hoch!
show us more videos of your trips with wood stove and tent, it’s beautiful
Você faz um trabalho maravilhoso, PARABÉNS !!!
You do a wonderful job, CONGRATULATIONS !!!
That is NOT A KNIFE!!! That is a work of ART!!!...I am humbled.
that has to be one of the coolest blades ever !!!!!
You always inspire me! Greettings from Mexico! Thanks a lot.
Absolutely stunning
Another great video Rune! Really enjoyed it.
The quality of your forging before you grind looks top notch old boy. Very enjoyable vid.
Wow. That 'foot hammer' was a beast! Great vid!
Your craftsmanship is top notch. I’d love to have a knife like that.
Fantastic video. Can you please do a walk-through of your workshop. Especially focusing on the striking hammer (sledge power hammer thing) used. Love the use of no electricity in the shop!
No words, just matter, combined with some brain and muscle energy. Great video
Genial herramienta, no la conocía y me parece increiblemente versatil. Gracias por compartir
your video's are some of best on here for bushcraft!! TY!! And thats one bad ass chopper!!
Such beautiful craftmanship my dude! Thanks for sharing! 👍
I've never seen a power tool on the channel, very impressive
Beautiful knife for sure and the wood handle is superb.
This is just so great to watch
Loving your videos mate.
Your probably the most talented person I know of!
I love your videos man, I have learned so much from you
That's a beautiful knife and sheath
Than you for this very inspiring movie!
Specially the birch-bark sheath will stay in my mind.
Interesting to see, that as a blacksmith with lots of sharp carving knifes available, you prefer to use sandpaper to form the handle instead. Anyways, turned out nicely. Greetings from Finland :-)
Watching your replay; while making your own tools wow love it😊👍
Fantastische Arbeit und toll an zu schauen.Sehr Schönes authentisches Video,Danke
Рун,опять шикарное видео,смотрю каждое с огромным удовольствием,крепкого здоровья и творческих успехов,удачи.
I want one!!!!!😉 Congratulations Rune
Solo una palabra, IMPRESIONANTE, gracias.
Absolutely gorgeous brother well made. I like it alot
Another good one mate. Love your videos.
Outstanding. Well done.
Amazing knife!
Excellent Job!.
Wonderful crafting
I Love the knive with primitive stetic, so good
beautiful piece! good job!
That was awesome! Such a nice knife. I’ve never even heard of or laid eyes on one those before. Thing cuts like a champ I want one! Very nice work sir!