Jamie's editting, that the strikes line up with the music, is 10/10. It makes the editing that much better. Please know it is noticed and well recieved
I came down here to say this. I love Alec. Without Jamie though, this channel would be nothing. And given that Alec kept working from Montana witt Jamie editing , he also knows this and appreciates him just as much as we do! :-)
Only just recently found the channel and going through the library it has been great not only to see how Alec's blacksmithing has improved but also Jamie's editing. it must be hard when some scenes look the same every video but Jamie's editing makes it entertaining.
Yes, I love this bit that Jamie has really mastered. I think Alec and Jamie make a great team, but I'll admit that I miss Will's cornball sense of humor and Alec's deadpan responses.
Something I love about Alec's work, is that most youtube blacksmiths who get this kind of goal just go to a laser cutter and cut all the bits out and weld them together, where Alec actually forges everything by hand.
@@Jerdboy69 Even some of the That Works videos use laser cutters for the more fiddly bits of crossguards or handles.And those guys are DEFINITELY blacksmiths
I just love seeing Alec being able to spend time with his dad. I hope I can be like Alec's dad with my son, making things together when I'm old and grey.
Balancing prop making and blacksmithing to make an actual sword is no small feat, especially when the design was never intended to be executed in steel
This is not a real sword. This chunk of steel is too fat and has no real edge, therefore "it won´t cut". Add the overblown guard and you have an imbalanced steel bar that will tire you within a few swings.
@@antyspi4466 it's not a good sword, or even a particularly functional sword. It's still a sword Bearing swords existed in history, let's not pretend oversized, impractical swords are a modern phenomenon
That's such an awesome surface finish! And I love that you were able to get the electronics all sorted to make it glow without too much trouble. that's impressive. I do wish you could have covered it with a bit of resin to make it seem like less of a wire, but I'm honestly impressed and excited that you were able to finish an entire sword for ESO in just a short amount of time. To be honest, I love the longer projects that take days or even weeks. I wish more sponsors would give you more time to work on projects like that because usually you seem a bit rushed. But really glad you were able to finish it this time dude!
I was thinking the same. A red glow powder in a resin that could withstand a bit of shock without cracking would be very cool, and a fair bit simpler than electronics, I would think.
I think this might be one of alec's fantasy recreation projects that turned out best really cool looking, would have loved if the red was made with glow in the dark powder in some red resin
Men at Arm reforged making blades from games and movies was my way into blacksmithing videos and in the end this channel. So fun to see things come full circle 😄
ive got to be honest. im having trouble getting behind this back in the uk. i liked the us version with all the people around. i really liked will being in on all the builds too. it felt like they brought out the best in each other.
I just finished watching the Million Layer Katana series right before watching this. Your confidence in your skill has shot through the roof! Watching your progression is amazing! Keep up the good work!
This is amazing! But I know that the algorithm demands new content and doesn't encourage long running series, I do miss the in-depth muti-episode series. Talking through what you're doing, the decisions that you're making and all of that jazz. I could see this being a 3 episode series in the old days!
@@jonipaananen9304 Yeah. I really don't like looking back, because this channel has really developed in such an amazing way and Alec looks so happy with how his business and craftmanship has improved in the last few years. But viking sword build, was such an amazing series and I loved coming home from work and seeing a new episode. I suppose the Zweihander build was similar in that
I just discovered this channel and while watching this video I thought it would be nicer if he would explain at least a bit in depth about the process. Don't get me wrong, I really loved this video. But I find it a bit more enjoyable when they explain their process because you end up learning a lot more. If he didn't like doing that then that'd be a different story even though he seems, at least from what little I have been able to observe so far, to be the type to really enjoy doing this and doesn't mind explaining the process.
I'd really like to see you tackle some Wheel of Time projects. One main character is a blacksmith. Oh, and the TV series is due to premiere in a few months.
TBH, I think the absolute coolest thing about the build was that you got to go back and visit your dad's shop to set up the handle. Opportunities like this are beyond irreplaceable in our lives, and should be enjoyed as much as possible. If there is anything the past year has taught us, it is never to take our ability to visit our family and friends for granted...
My man had the intro and the sponsership done in the first 40 seconds of the video. That is how professional he is now Who am I kidding, he just finished a whole sword in just 10 minutes.
As a long time watcher of Alec, and a Veteran from Elder Scrolls Online, this is brilliant, currently watching this video with the game open in the background, the whole Elder Scrolls universe is my favorite, and a lot of the "Daedric Artifact Weapons/Armory" I would love to see Alec making some more items from the universe. Alec if you're reading this take a look at the Chrysamere sword, it's a beautiful classic sword (also known as the Paladin's Blade) which I really think might take your fancy for inspiration for a future project or something for fun! thanks for the content over the years.
woohoo - just arrived from Tom Scott's channel, WOW Alec, whoever thought blacksmithing could be sexy?! Love big swords, all very cool. You're a modern day Wayland!
The "glow" was underwhelming. I'm wondering whether sealing that light strip in matte finish epoxy, would help dissipate the light better, producing a better effect?
Any of the daedrics would be a royal nightmare. Honestly if he is going to continue down the Elder scrolls rabbit hole, I kinda want to see orcish and ebony first. Curious as to how he would make the Orichalcum coloring. Though that new fangled needle drill would give it the perfect texture. And ebony would just be beautiful (see Kyle Royer's blackened swords)
Reminds me of Tony Swatton from Man at arms. I started watching blacksmithing videos because of him and that show. That then led me to your channel so now it's come full circle.
I agree. Does it seem that he doesnt even forge stuff close to shape anymore? He just ground off pounds of steel rather than forge it into shape first. Sure he got paid but where is his craftsmanship. It feels like he is going just for the money rather than improving his skills
Would I be correct in assuming this is essentially a decorative piece almost exclusively, it didn’t look like it was hardened, there appeared to be minimal edge work, and the power source is external
Awesome sword. Would love to see you attempt to forge Frostmourne at a later date. Your videos make me want to get into blacksmithing/metalworking as a hobby. Keep up the awesome work!
Very odd project idea, but I think it would be super cool: Damascus Rubik's cube. There would need to be some plastic parts, but the outside could be steel
The editing is on point in this video. Reminds me of your older vids when you were in your small little workshop. Love how the music comes in when the hammer hits the steel. Well done editor.
Imagine a Daedra of Oblivion in his forge checking out different lighting options, choosing a glowy flexy boi and soldering some battery holders in the pummel, then handing it to the client along a couple of AA batteries.
Wth!? My favorite game franchise plus current favorite game for the past 5 years on PC AND my favorite UA-camr that got me into black smithing which led to me pursuing my artistic hobby’s again!? Best birthday week EVER!
It's insane to me that Microsoft and bethesda and zenimax had to want to sponsor him for this video. He just promoted ESO and has validated my nerdiness
Obviously some projects require multiple videos to show what's happening with the build, but i really enjoy these videos where you start and finish something in the same video.
I do love the epic multi-part builds but I have to say...watching this thing come together in 11 minutes was very gratifying...
Jamie's editting, that the strikes line up with the music, is 10/10. It makes the editing that much better. Please know it is noticed and well recieved
Jamie is the best!!!
I came down here to say this.
I love Alec. Without Jamie though, this channel would be nothing.
And given that Alec kept working from Montana witt Jamie editing , he also knows this and appreciates him just as much as we do! :-)
Only just recently found the channel and going through the library it has been great not only to see how Alec's blacksmithing has improved but also Jamie's editing. it must be hard when some scenes look the same every video but Jamie's editing makes it entertaining.
Jamie is truly amazing, the edits absolutely make these videos and if it's just him working on them, top marks Jamie, top marks.
Yes, I love this bit that Jamie has really mastered. I think Alec and Jamie make a great team, but I'll admit that I miss Will's cornball sense of humor and Alec's deadpan responses.
Something I love about Alec's work, is that most youtube blacksmiths who get this kind of goal just go to a laser cutter and cut all the bits out and weld them together, where Alec actually forges everything by hand.
That was mostly grinding.
If they're not forging then they would be "fabricators" or "machinists" or something, not blacksmiths.
@@Jerdboy69 Even some of the That Works videos use laser cutters for the more fiddly bits of crossguards or handles.And those guys are DEFINITELY blacksmiths
@@CorwynGC Still forged out the general shapes of everything
@@Raishala Uhhhh we don't own a laser my friend. Hell we don’t even use a milling machine on swords.
Alex Steele: It is a Chonky Boy
Michael Cthulu: What a cute little sword
Michael can use it as a letter opener
to be fair Michael Cthulu is a mad genius and probably has at least a foot and 40lbs of muscle on alec lol
How cool would a collaboration be between them tho.
@@frankierzucekjr I know! It could’ve been easier when he was in the states with Michael being Canadian. Such great, charismatic personalities 😸
@@It-b-Blair FYI, Michael is not Canadian. He is Irish, but lives on Martha's Vineyard, a Massachusetts island in the USA. 👍
the look on alec's dads face when he saw the sword was so sweet
9:52 for anyone that decides to look for the reaction like I did 😂
I remember when this would have taken 11 episodes rather than 11 minutes.
Think it's one video as it's a partnership
And a couple of other works and collabs inbetween 🤣
This was also all cut of of sheet metal. Typically his pieces are much more intricate Damascus with inlaid gemstones
Back in the good old days when things had a bit more spark. Feeling like the move to the UK and Will's departure has definitely hurt the channel
@@120Livi I would agree that the time with Will was really the golden age of this channel. They worked so well together.
Is there ever going to be any "meanwhile back at the ranch" episodes about what's happening in Montana?
Beginning to believe he isn't going back to Montana.
@@1917Enfield WS
@@1917Enfield wait where did he go? What happened?
@@1917Enfield Travel is a little tricky in some places, I know in Australia we're not allowed to leave without an exemption at the moment
I think we may have seen the last of Montana
Love that Bethesda are sponsoring Alec! Hopefully we'll get some more epic weapons forged!
@@derickwiebe it's been out about 7yrs
Technically Zenimax, but yes
@@Raishala Technically Microsoft now...
Technically, "let's charge you to add more dlc and by more dlc, we mean, more random bugs"
I just love seeing Alec being able to spend time with his dad. I hope I can be like Alec's dad with my son, making things together when I'm old and grey.
Did anyone else think that the Guard, during the refinement, looked like a chunky batarang? Or was that just me :')
Very chonky batarang
I was thinking of Batman all the while
snap
What time is the chunky batarang at?
@@NoCheeseNoMercy no time stamps just watch the whole video
Remember that time you were stuck forging bottle openers for like 20 hours lmao that was a good time
Balancing prop making and blacksmithing to make an actual sword is no small feat, especially when the design was never intended to be executed in steel
I wouldn't go as far as calling that "an actual sword" tbh, more like a "structurally sound but useless sword-like wallhanger thingie"
This is not a real sword. This chunk of steel is too fat and has no real edge, therefore "it won´t cut".
Add the overblown guard and you have an imbalanced steel bar that will tire you within a few swings.
@@antyspi4466 it's not a good sword, or even a particularly functional sword. It's still a sword
Bearing swords existed in history, let's not pretend oversized, impractical swords are a modern phenomenon
Always fun at the beginning of a new project
Before we find cracks that have been festering for weeks in the middle of the blade haha
It's all fun and games until you straighten a sword
It would be cool to make a collaboration.
@@antonhvid3093 Hey I've got a new workshop now after all, maybe it's tiiiiiiiime
@@bittech1 blacksmithing a case 😍
That needle-scaler-clean surface finish looks mighty fine, I gotta say. Will have to try a similar finish on a future blade myself.
Oh my, a full build in a single video? pure madness. Love it, looks exactly as it should.
I hope that's going in the office of the person who designed that sword in-game! That would be awesome 👌
I don't think I can properly explain the excitement I felt when I realized we were getting a full sword build in a single video.
I don’t think I’ve ever been this early to one of Alec’s video. But I sure as hell ain’t complaining!
You and me both I just happened to be on UA-cam shortly after it was posted
That's such an awesome surface finish! And I love that you were able to get the electronics all sorted to make it glow without too much trouble. that's impressive. I do wish you could have covered it with a bit of resin to make it seem like less of a wire, but I'm honestly impressed and excited that you were able to finish an entire sword for ESO in just a short amount of time. To be honest, I love the longer projects that take days or even weeks. I wish more sponsors would give you more time to work on projects like that because usually you seem a bit rushed. But really glad you were able to finish it this time dude!
wonderful sword 😌❤️
Alec's got his blacksmithing at rank 50, and learned the necessary motif.
Just As i thought.
I understood that reference.
I love that you're taking this to the next level with electronics and everything. Incredible
lining up the music beat with the power hammer strikes really unlocks something inside me that i cannot explain
So far I am suprised this video isn't looking like it will be 5 parts long. Nice
A possible alternative for the red bit: Use epoxy (or resin) and some of Patrick Adair's glow powder.
Or he coud have taken a plexiglas roundbar whit some led at the top then some epoxy to fill it upp. And as the cherry on top lightly shade the epoxy 👌
I was thinking the same. A red glow powder in a resin that could withstand a bit of shock without cracking would be very cool, and a fair bit simpler than electronics, I would think.
I think this might be one of alec's fantasy recreation projects that turned out best
really cool looking, would have loved if the red was made with glow in the dark powder in some red resin
The hammer striking to the beat was just... "chefs kiss" magnifique
The editing at the start of this video was first rate, the timing of the music to the hammering was awesome! Well done video team!
Im always amazed by Jamies editing, one of the best editors on YT
You should do a steel versus Stelter. And Make a boot knife. you’re in England and he’s in Montana and it’s a battle of the continent
Intercontinental title challenge!
YEEEEEEES!!!
I can't believe you got that whole process down to 11 mins! The editing and music were fantastic in this one, great job everyone!
Men at Arm reforged making blades from games and movies was my way into blacksmithing videos and in the end this channel. So fun to see things come full circle 😄
ive got to be honest. im having trouble getting behind this back in the uk. i liked the us version with all the people around. i really liked will being in on all the builds too. it felt like they brought out the best in each other.
I love how Hand Tool Rescue calls his mill the _"Bridgebort"_
I just finished watching the Million Layer Katana series right before watching this. Your confidence in your skill has shot through the roof! Watching your progression is amazing! Keep up the good work!
The timing with the drum at 2:46 gave me goosebumps.
Was kind of hoping it would be a 22 part series of mistakes and other silliness. Well at least the silliness was still there!
Sponsorships that keep him on a timeline are good for him.
Lol indeed!
This is amazing!
But I know that the algorithm demands new content and doesn't encourage long running series, I do miss the in-depth muti-episode series. Talking through what you're doing, the decisions that you're making and all of that jazz. I could see this being a 3 episode series in the old days!
Agreed...but looking at all the salty comments on the long running series', I think we are in a minority :(
@@jonipaananen9304 Yeah. I really don't like looking back, because this channel has really developed in such an amazing way and Alec looks so happy with how his business and craftmanship has improved in the last few years.
But viking sword build, was such an amazing series and I loved coming home from work and seeing a new episode.
I suppose the Zweihander build was similar in that
I just discovered this channel and while watching this video I thought it would be nicer if he would explain at least a bit in depth about the process. Don't get me wrong, I really loved this video. But I find it a bit more enjoyable when they explain their process because you end up learning a lot more. If he didn't like doing that then that'd be a different story even though he seems, at least from what little I have been able to observe so far, to be the type to really enjoy doing this and doesn't mind explaining the process.
The hammer and slow motion after the beats dropping is a great touch. Very satisfying to watch. ^_^
When the hammer and the beat match up it feels like a sports game getting all hyped up
No one:
Literally no one:
Alec Steele: "It's Groovy".
@@everettstormy *Deadpan Stare*... honestly it was the stare that got me.
I'd really like to see you tackle some Wheel of Time projects.
One main character is a blacksmith.
Oh, and the TV series is due to premiere in a few months.
You’re the only person I’ve ever seen mention the wheel of time series, I loved those books.
@@frankcoldwell4424 they were an amazing read
TBH, I think the absolute coolest thing about the build was that you got to go back and visit your dad's shop to set up the handle. Opportunities like this are beyond irreplaceable in our lives, and should be enjoyed as much as possible. If there is anything the past year has taught us, it is never to take our ability to visit our family and friends for granted...
I really like the finish you ended up with from the de-scaler. This was a fun project to watch!
He says "Its going to be complicated, but screw that hot metal needs to be hit" I may be paraphrasing
The only allowable paraphrase is "less yack yack, more whack whack".
Are you ever coming back to the Montana shop or are you going to be based out of the UK permanently again?
Am I the only one who's pumped up by the audio matching the anvil? Damn son... that's was soothing.
Kudos to the Editor of this video, great choice of musics, and all the bits in between! It looks amazing =3
In classic Alec fashion, we are now doing more series than the yogscast
My man had the intro and the sponsership done in the first 40 seconds of the video. That is how professional he is now
Who am I kidding, he just finished a whole sword in just 10 minutes.
Ayyy u play tabla. Me too
@@desertsmeagol7073Ooooo nice. Always feels nice to meet tabla players on the internet😂✌🏻
you realise the whole video is the sponsership, right?
@@skinmore oh okay I'm just that dumb . No sarcasm intended I'm just really dumb sorry
Such a fun project!!! Love the footage of dogs they’re such an awesome addition and I never get sick of them
As a long time watcher of Alec, and a Veteran from Elder Scrolls Online, this is brilliant, currently watching this video with the game open in the background, the whole Elder Scrolls universe is my favorite, and a lot of the "Daedric Artifact Weapons/Armory" I would love to see Alec making some more items from the universe. Alec if you're reading this take a look at the Chrysamere sword, it's a beautiful classic sword (also known as the Paladin's Blade) which I really think might take your fancy for inspiration for a future project or something for fun! thanks for the content over the years.
Looks like a daedric sword. Wonder where he's gonna get a Daedra heart.
Shhhh, we don't talk about that part. The existence of Oblivion portals must remain a secret.
Yo Alec you should try making a Katar dagger 🙏
woohoo - just arrived from Tom Scott's channel, WOW Alec, whoever thought blacksmithing could be sexy?! Love big swords, all very cool. You're a modern day Wayland!
Awesome amount of time and work went into this one video! Great job! Editing, camera work, music. All perfect
The "glow" was underwhelming. I'm wondering whether sealing that light strip in matte finish epoxy, would help dissipate the light better, producing a better effect?
Recomendation: elderscrolls 3 daedric claymore.
Any of the daedrics would be a royal nightmare. Honestly if he is going to continue down the Elder scrolls rabbit hole, I kinda want to see orcish and ebony first. Curious as to how he would make the Orichalcum coloring. Though that new fangled needle drill would give it the perfect texture. And ebony would just be beautiful (see Kyle Royer's blackened swords)
"It's....Groovey" Take my like, sir.
Reminds me of Tony Swatton from Man at arms. I started watching blacksmithing videos because of him and that show. That then led me to your channel so now it's come full circle.
Alec I dare you to make a sword without any Power tools
Do you want a 100 part series largely comprised of drawing out a single piece of steel and then another 50 parts of hand sanding?
I agree. Does it seem that he doesnt even forge stuff close to shape anymore? He just ground off pounds of steel rather than forge it into shape first. Sure he got paid but where is his craftsmanship. It feels like he is going just for the money rather than improving his skills
Would I be correct in assuming this is essentially a decorative piece almost exclusively, it didn’t look like it was hardened, there appeared to be minimal edge work, and the power source is external
Watching this at the beginning and then shaking my head at the end going "Alec, you mad genius you've done it again"
I would love to see him make the bloodskal blade next. I’ve never seen anyone try and recreate it.
I guess everybody has their price.
I never thought I’d see the day where Alec made a video game sword. I’m ready.
Awesome sword. Would love to see you attempt to forge Frostmourne at a later date. Your videos make me want to get into blacksmithing/metalworking as a hobby. Keep up the awesome work!
Very odd project idea, but I think it would be super cool: Damascus Rubik's cube. There would need to be some plastic parts, but the outside could be steel
The editing is on point in this video. Reminds me of your older vids when you were in your small little workshop. Love how the music comes in when the hammer hits the steel. Well done editor.
That Dr. Seuss riff just proves Alec is the GOAT in this youtube field.
I love ESO and now you are making their swords this is awesome.
There is no way you made that and fit it into 1 video.. you have my utmost respect my dude.
Needle scale finish is a great idea and i love that look.
Anyone that has not watched Alex's first sword build I recommend doing so. Seems like yesterday but it's been years. Quite the journey.
I won't lie i was hoping for a many part series, but this is fantastic i will always love your content!
Holy crap, a one video sword? Simply amazing recreation.
Imagine a Daedra of Oblivion in his forge checking out different lighting options, choosing a glowy flexy boi and soldering some battery holders in the pummel, then handing it to the client along a couple of AA batteries.
I'm a huge fan of the elder scrolls series and of your channel and happy to see something from the series brought to life is so cool
Alec made a whole sword in one video instead of a 20 part series. What is this madness?!
The editing for your videos is always awesome. Better than most everything on television.
It’d been too long since we’d seen a sword on this channel. Awesome mix of prop and weapon making
Great piece of work, Alec. And great editing, Jamie!
The Editing in this one was real real nice! The sword was all right too.
Glad to see you're back to making swords. The chairs are nice but the swords and knives are why I follow.
Wth!? My favorite game franchise plus current favorite game for the past 5 years on PC AND my favorite UA-camr that got me into black smithing which led to me pursuing my artistic hobby’s again!? Best birthday week EVER!
that is the best thing you have made since the Viking sword (my opinion) you have renewed my interest in your channel
This video was awesome! Can you please do more sword replicas/builds in general!?
You made a whole sword, light and all, in one video! That's awesome!
the way your dad looked at that like a proud poppa is priceless.
I just know that a weapon designer at Bethesda is having a very nice day.
It's insane to me that Microsoft and bethesda and zenimax had to want to sponsor him for this video. He just promoted ESO and has validated my nerdiness
Awesome work as always Alec! That looked like a lot of fun to create.
oh damn a full episode ! its nice they made you do this
So much better than folding airplanes or toe nail clippers! ...Thank you!
Obviously some projects require multiple videos to show what's happening with the build, but i really enjoy these videos where you start and finish something in the same video.
Always good to see more of Alec's Dad on these videos! - Now, about that new draw knife?
Seriously excited to see how this turns out . Blackwood is going to be legendary
This is freakin badass bro. Great work as always
Looking forward to another project like the Cavalry Saber - art, new skills, beautiful, quality end product. In 20 odd episodes.
2:45 that was awesome