The free *PDF Plans* for this knife are linked in the description. If you want access to all RBO templates they're on my Patreon - www.patreon.com/RedBeardOps Also... the oil I sprayed on at the end was Ballistol - amzn.to/3wehL4W
Great video, I'm no knife maker but i still thoroughly enjoy the video. Subbed! When you use the dowel with sand paper wrapped around it i was thinking maybe if you put 1 or 2 bearings at the end of the dowel that makes it easier to hold and give you more control.
I’ve been watching knife videos for over ten years and this is one of the best comprehensive guides I’ve seen. I like that you suggest multiple options for each task for those with different setups and that you also reference videos/methods that we might have seen from other knife makers. Great work, thank you for putting this together.
So cool of your to drop back and help people out with a video like this. Showing that if you really want to make a knife, how few tools you can get by with and different options. You're a good dude
This was wall to wall pure awesome. I've never seen anyone go over a knife build like this with three levels of How To, and it was beyond helpful. No blah blah blah, no song and dance, just a ton of useful techniques for people like me that don't have all the dedicated shop equipment. Your tips and hacks alone are worth a permanent Bookmark, I'll be re-watching this many times. Thanks for doing this, really great job!
This is the most helpful knife build video I've come across, I've been looking to get into knife making for over a year now and haven't seen anything remotely close to this for a complete noob! Thank you so much!
Great timing! Getting my second one planned out after following your other excellent tutorial! You definitely got me off the fence, I really appreciate you putting this out there
@@miguellucero it was a lot of work but I learned a lot. Turned out decent and have made 3 since then and they keep getting better. Experience is your best friend
i bought my first bench grinder and used it for the very first tme today to sharpen some barstock as a throwing knife, this is definetelly going to be a project im gonna be doing soon, first gotta get some more tools, thx for posting this, its realy inspiring
Definitely appreciate you showing the DIY vs Pro methods, for those of us that have some but not all of the pro equipment and machinery. As always, love the clear and simple instructions you provide for these things, helped me get into knifemaking. Cheers
I'm just getting into knife making. I already have a decently equipped work shop but I have never made an actual blade and I must say for my 1st knife I'll be using almost everything you showed in this video except for propane forge since mine is coal one. Glad I found this video and thank you for making it and all other videos, extremely helpful!
Showing multiple ways in one video is such a great idea. So many videos have $100 worth of tools or $1000< barely any in between. Very good amount of detail and great explanations 10/10
Well done James! Very thought out and thurough. Wish I would have seen this one video back when I started out. Showing the different ways of doing things all in 1 video would help any beginner.
Heck yeah, thanks Jim. Glad you enjoyed it. I'm right there with you... when I started it was pre-UA-cam and I got most of my information off the forums. Great guys on the forums, but limited over all information compared to today. Anyways, I hope this gets some newbies into their garage! Have a great weekend!
Perfection my friend! I've used every single one of these methods in the video except for the drill the holes in Connect the Dots method. I love doing the textured handle scales in order to get them straight it's good to look down the spine of the knife so you can seevboth sides of the handle scales at the same time
I will man you too! Hey this Sunday Tyrell knifeworks and my channel are doing our knife Build-Off videos! You have to stop by and see what we both came up with for our builds
Thank you for making this video, very well put together and the different options to complete steps is greatly appreciated. You make this hobby accessible and approachable.
Heck yeah sir, I'm almost starting to think it's something that a "more seasoned" knife maker does every year or so... Gives you perspective and brings you back you your roots!
Awasom video brother. Extremely informative. Im actuly considering making my first knife now that I know I don't need thousands of dollars in tools and equipment. Thank you for posting this video and I look forward to your next.
Heck yeah man, me too... I remember getting start by conversing with the old timers on blade forums. It's pretty cool how accessible everything is now days for new makers. Your comment means a lot sir, I've been a huge fan of your channel for a long time now! - (edited the grammar based on @alexey Orlov's correction)
I have been making knives for 20 years, and from the old school of bladesmiths. Very old. You sir did a great job not only making the knife, but also the video and sharing the craft. In the old days,, this is how it use to be, and i am very proud of you and your skills. I'm also happy this craft is being carried on by so many new, and very talented people. Good Job!
This is outstanding. I'm struggling starting out knifemaking and needed a good step-by-step to start over with. I also like that you use a convection oven. So many people at the knife forums insist you can't do tempering with a convection oven but I just can't afford an Evenheat so I have to make it work. Thanks man.
Hey there. Since the start of the year (when things went a bit wonky for us all) i've been binge watching knife making videos. There's lots of good videos out there but i find your complete presentation to be very comforting and confidence inspiring. I'm in the process of making my first knife but i have a few questions. 1. Does the plunge line have to be vertical? I've designed my knife to have a forward (tip) leaning plunge line. That can be future me's problem. 2. My knife is a decent size (Not over compensating, Honest). How do you work out how many holes to drill in the tang, to balance the blade to the handle? 3. How much will my beard effect the outcome of the knife?
Heck yeah, thanks man. I'm happy you're getting in the game! 1.) Nope, doesn't have to be vertical at all! Many makers have a forward slant of the plunge line. Most of mine end up that way... I don't think a backwards slant looks good though... just my opinion. 2.) That is a difficult question. Handle material will come into play. Some people like having the knife a little blade heavy and others like more of the weight in the handle. To lighten more than just drilling holes you can "hollow" out the tang with a grinding wheel or skeleton it with a dremal. Lots of options here. Trial and error will likely be your friend. 3.) The beard is actually pretty crucial to success. If you keep a decent beard the process of knife making, cabin building, and weight lifting will be easier for sure. To state it simply, the beard will help with all aspects of life. Cheers man!
I think I have seen all of the making a knife videos at this point. If I had seen this one first I would not have need to watch the others. This one is by far the best. Thank you.
Heck yeah Nick, thanks a million for your comment. I hope this video finds some guys who are right there on the fence looking to make a knife... then pushes them over into the garage! Have a great weekend man.
I wanted to forge for so long, been thinking of going to a welding school then a blacksmith school. I’m very glad when u looked where ur tools were I see all Amazon. I will be buying this stuff and trying a knife
Man! So great! Your verbal skills are perfect! You have greatly relieved the majority of my fears and made me realize that an old coger like myself, can pursue a long held desire to make knives and hopefully other edged tools. Thank you for time and effort in sharing your knowledge and expertise!!
@@Jbainbridge5yeah I was mostly making a joke about how the OP comment is telling everyone to shop at their local store rather than Amazon and I was trying to make the point that there are no mom and pop shops around anymore the only options are the big name big box stores
Man, this is an awesome, complete, clear instructional video. My 15 year old is showing interest in making a knife, and this seems like exactly the place to start together with tools we have on hand. Thanks for showing some simple alternatives to approach the same step with different tools. This video is inspiring, and makes me feel like I can help him through the process of making his first knife (mine too). Thanks!
Hi, awesome video, really helpful. I just made myself a furnace like this, but clamped two bricks together and used a hole saw and went in from both ends, the full depth of the holsaw, opened the bricks up and removed the plug.. Then did exactly the same till I met in the middle. Found this way really quick and accurate..
That is a bang up great video! Thanks for taking the time…….. that is a killa little forge, and I’ll be getting around to making one of these knives as soon as I get my gear delivered Thanks again 🇦🇺
Thank you for this comprehensive guide showing multiple different ways to "skin a cat" never would have thought to use a hand drill with sandpaper. Awesome 👌
This is so cool- I've always wanted to make a knife of my own, I'm going to look into this. I don't have any tools yet, but this seems very approachable and I feel like I could justify a couple of tools
Thx for an epic video. This make me go for a try to make my own knife. like to do stuff in my garage and this make me to see that I don't need expensive tools or machines. great job
Yes. Thanks so much for this instruction. By far this video has been the most help in my amateur launch of knife making. Straight forward and all the information I need to begin. Thanks again.
Great tutorial. After repeated viewings I finished adding scales to my purchased Damascus knife. Turned out very well. Thanks for getting me started. Now to move to Christmas gifts.....
This was AMAZING video. Thanks for showing the different methods from beginner to pro. Lets people know they don't have to have fancy equipment to make a knife.
In the next few months I’m taking a “make your first knife” workshop with a professional at their shop because I don’t have tools/a place to do it myself, but this video is very helpful in quickly understanding each step/dimension required. Thank you!
I am homeschooling my teenager, we are about to dive into blacksmithing. He said he wants to make knives to sell at the CoOp event in August. Your videos are great for those of us who have no idea where to even start, thank you.
Yep, you've discovered it.., your supreme niche ~ teaching knife making! I've never watched a better [not even close!] intro to Knife Making 101. Mixing the simple base methods with moderate and "PRO Series" instructionals is Way Awesomeness. Thank YOU! GOD Bless American PATRIOTS..!!!
I've watched this like 3-4times now as I prepare to make and film another knife build. This is by far one of the best start to finish videos using common tools in different ways. Great job I'll be using this as a template and I'll make sure to tag you in the vids ✌️
First of all, thank you for an amazing video on beginning knife making. I'm making my first knife and your video has helped keep me on track. I'm about to build the forge per your specs. I saw in the video you cut the forge out all the way through and then put bricks on the back. Would it also work to cut the cut with only the front hole and not all the way through with a hole on the back? Or is there a reason to cut it with a hole on both ends and then put fire bricks on the back wall?
Awesome work. The minimalist mentality escaped me. I'm currently looking into belt sanders and band saws. Totally going to go for the hand tools to start.
My God, I remember those days of filing... really makes you appreciate the countless hours learning to grind. We all probably started with filling... you really can get nice bevels though
It's just what I wanted! I need to get an angle grinder and files, and the materials of course. And I want to make it little bit different to yours it's such a good base.
This is an excellent video for those starting out. I'm sure if I knew about your channel 4 years ago, I would have much nicer tools and have better overall results. I Started knife making when I was 12 back in 2016 and I've gotten a lot better over time. About a year ago I went pro and I use your techniques all the time. Thanks to makers like you I am no longer making knives at a financial deficit.
I truly thank you for you presenting style, specifically how you present multiple options, focusing on how it is possible even with the most basic of tools. I have been a maker for a couple of years now. I often say self taught but truly i am taught by the good people who spend their time sharing their own experiences. Because of this i have seen so many videos, by many different creators. Some will criticise any method but the 'pro method', and although I see their point, most who come looking for the basics, just want to know essentially the points / structure that you use here. Thank you for your content!
The free *PDF Plans* for this knife are linked in the description.
If you want access to all RBO templates they're on my Patreon - www.patreon.com/RedBeardOps
Also... the oil I sprayed on at the end was Ballistol - amzn.to/3wehL4W
You even have pdf files. Awasom video
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
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@@Ieuan775 Damn... since October too. Thanks for the heads up.
Great video, I'm no knife maker but i still thoroughly enjoy the video. Subbed!
When you use the dowel with sand paper wrapped around it i was thinking maybe if you put 1 or 2 bearings at the end of the dowel that makes it easier to hold and give you more control.
This is absolutely the best knife making intro video I have ever seen. Great job and thank you!
Thank you! Your comment is much appreciated!
my thoughts exactly!
yup totally agree!
Same for me
Absolutely agree 👍 👏 👌 great teacher. Thank you sir
I’ve been watching knife videos for over ten years and this is one of the best comprehensive guides I’ve seen. I like that you suggest multiple options for each task for those with different setups and that you also reference videos/methods that we might have seen from other knife makers. Great work, thank you for putting this together.
Thank you for your comment! I'm stoked you got something out of this!
You are a natural born teacher
A person should have no problem making a good knife
Thanks Kenneth!
Thank you! Love the handle; gorgeous, and functional.
Glad you like it!
I am Brazilian I follow your channel I will start making knives because of the way you appreciate your work Congratulations
Awesome! Thank you! Really glad to hear that man. Cheers from Texas!
So cool of your to drop back and help people out with a video like this. Showing that if you really want to make a knife, how few tools you can get by with and different options. You're a good dude
Thanks man! Glad you liked this one for sure.
This was wall to wall pure awesome. I've never seen anyone go over a knife build like this with three levels of How To, and it was beyond helpful. No blah blah blah, no song and dance, just a ton of useful techniques for people like me that don't have all the dedicated shop equipment. Your tips and hacks alone are worth a permanent Bookmark, I'll be re-watching this many times. Thanks for doing this, really great job!
Glad it was helpful! Cheers
This is the most helpful knife build video I've come across, I've been looking to get into knife making for over a year now and haven't seen anything remotely close to this for a complete noob! Thank you so much!
Heck yeah Jimmy! I'm stoked you enjoyed this build!
Great timing! Getting my second one planned out after following your other excellent tutorial! You definitely got me off the fence, I really appreciate you putting this out there
Heck yeah Darrell! Glad to hear it! Don't be afraid to fail.
Hey man! Do you mind telling me how your first knife went? I’m looking to get into it and it would awesome to hear your experience.
@@miguellucero it was a lot of work but I learned a lot. Turned out decent and have made 3 since then and they keep getting better. Experience is your best friend
i bought my first bench grinder and used it for the very first tme today to sharpen some barstock as a throwing knife, this is definetelly going to be a project im gonna be doing soon, first gotta get some more tools, thx for posting this, its realy inspiring
Heck yeah Mateo! Good luck!
Definitely appreciate you showing the DIY vs Pro methods, for those of us that have some but not all of the pro equipment and machinery. As always, love the clear and simple instructions you provide for these things, helped me get into knifemaking. Cheers
Thank you very much! I'm glad you enjoyed this one. Have a great weekend!
Great video.
I'm 58. Retired a bit early. Thinking about taking the knife making plunge.
Videos like this give confidence.
Heck yeah! Do it! You won't be disappointed.
Do it ! I wish I was in a position to myself :(
Apart from the fact that this is literally the best knife making 101 video ever, you sound like Keanu Reeves, man :)
LOL, thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
thank you for the video lesson. I will be using this method for making my first knife.
Good luck with the build!
I'm just getting into knife making. I already have a decently equipped work shop but I have never made an actual blade and I must say for my 1st knife I'll be using almost everything you showed in this video except for propane forge since mine is coal one. Glad I found this video and thank you for making it and all other videos, extremely helpful!
Heck yeah, glad to hear they're helping you out man! Cheers, good luck with your builds!
Showing multiple ways in one video is such a great idea. So many videos have $100 worth of tools or $1000< barely any in between. Very good amount of detail and great explanations 10/10
Thank you! Cheers
Thank you for a very informative step by step.
I have made 4 knives now and surely wish I had seen this tutorial before I started.
Thanks for the praise Doreen! Glad you enjoyed this one.
The best guide I saw! Thanks a lot
Glad you liked it!
Well done James! Very thought out and thurough. Wish I would have seen this one video back when I started out. Showing the different ways of doing things all in 1 video would help any beginner.
Heck yeah, thanks Jim. Glad you enjoyed it. I'm right there with you... when I started it was pre-UA-cam and I got most of my information off the forums. Great guys on the forums, but limited over all information compared to today. Anyways, I hope this gets some newbies into their garage! Have a great weekend!
Very nice instructions. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and technique.
Glad it was helpful!
Perfection my friend! I've used every single one of these methods in the video except for the drill the holes in Connect the Dots method. I love doing the textured handle scales in order to get them straight it's good to look down the spine of the knife so you can seevboth sides of the handle scales at the same time
I was super glad to see a new knife video from you this morning!
Good tip sir! Have a great weekend!
I will man you too! Hey this Sunday Tyrell knifeworks and my channel are doing our knife Build-Off videos! You have to stop by and see what we both came up with for our builds
First time here. Wow! I really appreciate the "your shop" examples.
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed the build!
Thank you! Just made a pair of knives following this video. So helpful!
Glad it helped! That is awesome sir!
Thank you for making this video, very well put together and the different options to complete steps is greatly appreciated. You make this hobby accessible and approachable.
Glad it was helpful!
Great job. I’ve got a plan for a “Simple Knife” build vid in the near future and this gave me some good ideas. Always a pleasure.
Heck yeah sir, I'm almost starting to think it's something that a "more seasoned" knife maker does every year or so... Gives you perspective and brings you back you your roots!
Very kind of you to share your knowledge. Nice one!
Glad it was helpful! Cheers!
Awasom video brother. Extremely informative. Im actuly considering making my first knife now that I know I don't need thousands of dollars in tools and equipment. Thank you for posting this video and I look forward to your next.
Heck yeah George! Thank you. I'm happy you're getting something out of these.
Killer knife! I love that you used tools just about anyone has or can afford. SOLID vid, brother!
Thank you greatly!
Awesome video man! Great work. I wish I had videos this helpful when I started making knives 😆👍
Heck yeah man, me too... I remember getting start by conversing with the old timers on blade forums. It's pretty cool how accessible everything is now days for new makers. Your comment means a lot sir, I've been a huge fan of your channel for a long time now! - (edited the grammar based on @alexey Orlov's correction)
@@RedBeardOps nowadays. Your . --- study English .
@@alexeyorlov9639 if you want an English class, maybe you are in the wrong place.
Great to see two pro makers complimenting eachother.
I have been making knives for 20 years, and from the old school of bladesmiths. Very old. You sir did a great job not only making the knife, but also the video and sharing the craft. In the old days,, this is how it use to be, and i am very proud of you and your skills. I'm also happy this craft is being carried on by so many new, and very talented people. Good Job!
This is definitely one of the best beginner friendly tutorials I've seen
Thanks! Glad it was helpful!
Oh man, this is one of the most useful videos I've ever seen! I wish I could watch it a couple months ago when i started
Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah, I with I would of had it when I started too! LOL
That was a massive journey and I loved it!!! Awesome vid, heaps to think about 👍🏼
This is outstanding. I'm struggling starting out knifemaking and needed a good step-by-step to start over with. I also like that you use a convection oven. So many people at the knife forums insist you can't do tempering with a convection oven but I just can't afford an Evenheat so I have to make it work. Thanks man.
Cheers man! Good luck with your builds!
Hey there. Since the start of the year (when things went a bit wonky for us all) i've been binge watching knife making videos. There's lots of good videos out there but i find your complete presentation to be very comforting and confidence inspiring. I'm in the process of making my first knife but i have a few questions.
1. Does the plunge line have to be vertical? I've designed my knife to have a forward (tip) leaning plunge line. That can be future me's problem.
2. My knife is a decent size (Not over compensating, Honest). How do you work out how many holes to drill in the tang, to balance the blade to the handle?
3. How much will my beard effect the outcome of the knife?
Heck yeah, thanks man. I'm happy you're getting in the game! 1.) Nope, doesn't have to be vertical at all! Many makers have a forward slant of the plunge line. Most of mine end up that way... I don't think a backwards slant looks good though... just my opinion. 2.) That is a difficult question. Handle material will come into play. Some people like having the knife a little blade heavy and others like more of the weight in the handle. To lighten more than just drilling holes you can "hollow" out the tang with a grinding wheel or skeleton it with a dremal. Lots of options here. Trial and error will likely be your friend. 3.) The beard is actually pretty crucial to success. If you keep a decent beard the process of knife making, cabin building, and weight lifting will be easier for sure. To state it simply, the beard will help with all aspects of life.
Cheers man!
I think I have seen all of the making a knife videos at this point. If I had seen this one first I would not have need to watch the others. This one is by far the best. Thank you.
Wow man, thanks for the complement. Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Great video, tips and tutorial as always James. Easily one of the best video lessons for a beginner on making a knife out there.
Heck yeah Nick, thanks a million for your comment. I hope this video finds some guys who are right there on the fence looking to make a knife... then pushes them over into the garage! Have a great weekend man.
I wanted to forge for so long, been thinking of going to a welding school then a blacksmith school. I’m very glad when u looked where ur tools were I see all Amazon. I will be buying this stuff and trying a knife
Good luck sir!
I’m looking at getting into blacksmithing and knife making and I love this video. It teaches you what you need to know and how to do it
Thanks Rob! Glad you enjoyed it!
Honestly, I think the asymmetry of the handle gives the knife more character. Damn, this video makes me want a workshop.
Heck yeah sir, thank you!
Man! So great! Your verbal skills are perfect! You have greatly relieved the majority of my fears and made me realize that an old coger like myself, can pursue a long held desire to make knives and hopefully other edged tools. Thank you for time and effort in sharing your knowledge and expertise!!
Glad it was helpful!
2:44 that's a funny looking Dremel you've got there...
lol, make due with what you got! Have a great weekend Goat
I have been making knifes for like half a year and learned a lot from your video Thanks for those informations
Glad to help! Cheers
Great video! But maybe it would be nice to recommend people buy a tool at their local store instead of “on Amazon”?
They make money from affiliate links that's why they do that
I 100% agree, but often Amazon tools are much cheaper than better quality local ones and for beginners its much easier to start this hobby
My “local” hardware stores are Lowe’s, Home Depot, harbor freight, and Ace. Which one should I choose…
@@TheZachCrouchyeah, I live in "small town USA" and we go to Lowe's or Harbor Freight because the guy that owns Ace is a dick.
@@Jbainbridge5yeah I was mostly making a joke about how the OP comment is telling everyone to shop at their local store rather than Amazon and I was trying to make the point that there are no mom and pop shops around anymore the only options are the big name big box stores
Well done... Good video. Thank you for not filing backward like I see some folks do. (easiest way to ruin a good file)
Cheers sir!
instructions unclear, made A lightsaber
LOL
Nobody will read this, but I watched the whole video and thought it was excellent. Thanks :)
Glad you enjoyed it! I read all the comments sir! Fear not
This is like... a summary of the last 20 years of internet home knife maker knowledge, collected and condensed into half an hour. Not bad.
Lol, thank you sir!
Awesome very detailed without being complicated, showed it can be fun while still showing serious skills no matter what your budget
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just gifted. Brilliant!
Nice!
Man, this is an awesome, complete, clear instructional video. My 15 year old is showing interest in making a knife, and this seems like exactly the place to start together with tools we have on hand. Thanks for showing some simple alternatives to approach the same step with different tools. This video is inspiring, and makes me feel like I can help him through the process of making his first knife (mine too). Thanks!
That's awesome! Good luck Brendan!
@@RedBeardOps What do you recommend for belts for different steps? Assuming you'd use ceramic for knifework?
@@brendan8363 search blade forums for “belt progression” I started a thread on it a while back
Wow that was a lot of cool info. I don't make knives but I enjoy watching the process. That's nice of you to share all that.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi, awesome video, really helpful. I just made myself a furnace like this, but clamped two bricks together and used a hole saw and went in from both ends, the full depth of the holsaw, opened the bricks up and removed the plug.. Then did exactly the same till I met in the middle. Found this way really quick and accurate..
Glad you liked it and glad you found a solution!
Just bought my very first piece of Damascus steel, i will be doing everything by hand, this video gave me some great tips... keep up the great work 💪
Heck yeah! Glad you liked it!
That is a bang up great video! Thanks for taking the time…….. that is a killa little forge, and I’ll be getting around to making one of these knives as soon as I get my gear delivered
Thanks again 🇦🇺
Good luck Brent!
Thank you for this comprehensive guide showing multiple different ways to "skin a cat" never would have thought to use a hand drill with sandpaper. Awesome 👌
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome video. This is a hobby that has intimidated me for years. I'm hoping this will help me get over the hump and start trying it out. Thanks
Heck yea! Good luck!
The best video for start making my first knfie
Thank you
Glad I could help!
As a new arrival to knife making this is one of the best videos I've seen. Great work and thanks for the inspiration. Stay safe - Steve from the UK
Heck yeah Steve! I really appreciate your comment... it makes these videos worth it. Have a great weekend, sir! Cheers from Texas
Wow! Thank you for all that hard work. I appreciate custom knives so much more now.
Glad you like them!
Always a treat to watch you make a knife and learn new tips. Thanks and keep up the good work.
Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed this one!
This is so cool- I've always wanted to make a knife of my own, I'm going to look into this. I don't have any tools yet, but this seems very approachable and I feel like I could justify a couple of tools
Nice! Good luck with your first build!
Thx for an epic video. This make me go for a try to make my own knife. like to do stuff in my garage and this make me to see that I don't need expensive tools or machines. great job
Heck yeah, good luck Petter!
@@RedBeardOps keep up the good work:D
I think the dremel is a total win for every DYIer out there! Great video. Thanks for sharing your skills with us!
Great point!
Excelente proceso de realización quedó muy chingona . gracias por compartir . seguiré tus vídeos saludos León México.
¡Muchas gracias señor!
Yes. Thanks so much for this instruction. By far this video has been the most help in my amateur launch of knife making. Straight forward and all the information I need to begin. Thanks again.
Glad you enjoyed it!
This vid actually makes me believe I can do this myself...thanks!
Heck yeah Tony! Good luck with your build!
So far the best first knife instructional video I’ve seen. Would like to see a video discussing type and thickness of steel and where to buy.
1/8'' thick stock from Alpha Knife Supply is a good start
Great tutorial. After repeated viewings I finished adding scales to my purchased Damascus knife. Turned out very well. Thanks for getting me started. Now to move to Christmas gifts.....
Heck yeah Robert! Welcome to the game!
Absolutely great. I tend to sand the wood from rough cut after epoxy. Your way is much much better. Thanks for the fantastic tutorial!
Awesome, thank you! Glad it was helpful! Cheers man
This was AMAZING video. Thanks for showing the different methods from beginner to pro. Lets people know they don't have to have fancy equipment to make a knife.
Thanks Shayne!
Best knife 🔪
In the next few months I’m taking a “make your first knife” workshop with a professional at their shop because I don’t have tools/a place to do it myself, but this video is very helpful in quickly understanding each step/dimension required. Thank you!
Awesome Ryan! Glad you liked it!
Thank you !!! You actually made it seem doable.
I am homeschooling my teenager, we are about to dive into blacksmithing. He said he wants to make knives to sell at the CoOp event in August. Your videos are great for those of us who have no idea where to even start, thank you.
Heck yeah, glad to hear it! Good luck with the knives!
Best "how-to" video, period. Great job. Love the forge.
Glad you liked it!
Your attention in showing multiple ways of accomplishing a step is great. Really well-made video.
I appreciate that! Glad you liked it!
WOW! That's killer man, nice work. One of these days when I get some what of a shop, where the tools I need will fit gonna try this out:)
Good luck!
Thank you for a very accurate tutorial I made a exact same knife in my garden
Awesome!
I cant wait till i get all the stuff together to make my first knife your videos are so helpful
Heck yeah Nick! really happy to hear this helps. Good luck with your build!
Yep, you've discovered it.., your supreme niche ~ teaching knife making! I've never watched a better [not even close!] intro to Knife Making 101. Mixing the simple base methods with moderate and "PRO Series" instructionals is Way Awesomeness. Thank YOU! GOD Bless American PATRIOTS..!!!
Thank you greatly Andrew! Glad you enjoyed it!
best video for this topic. very well put together. this should be used as a guideline for every other "intro vid" in every genre.
Thanks Dominic! I'm stoked that you enjoyed this one!
Thank you, your effort in sharing this with us is greatly appreciated. This is so awesome!
Glad you're enjoying the video!
That little wharncliffe blade in a background photo was awesome! 🙌🙌
I still use this guy on my box opening. - - ua-cam.com/video/HAE9V5wu5qA/v-deo.html
Fantastic informative video for those just starting their knife making journey.
Thanks for making and sharing this video
Thanks for your comment Rob! Much appreciated! Have a great weekend.
I've watched this like 3-4times now as I prepare to make and film another knife build. This is by far one of the best start to finish videos using common tools in different ways. Great job I'll be using this as a template and I'll make sure to tag you in the vids ✌️
Thanks!
Best video I’ve seen for beginner knife makers like me, I got so much out of this video. Thank you sir!
Thanks Brady!
Hey,just wanna say that this video inspires me to make my first knife. Thank you for this wonderful video
Heck yeah! That's what I like to hear!
Beautifully crafted. Great walkthrough. Feels more doable
Glad you like it!
First of all, thank you for an amazing video on beginning knife making. I'm making my first knife and your video has helped keep me on track.
I'm about to build the forge per your specs. I saw in the video you cut the forge out all the way through and then put bricks on the back. Would it also work to cut the cut with only the front hole and not all the way through with a hole on the back? Or is there a reason to cut it with a hole on both ends and then put fire bricks on the back wall?
Having a hole in the back allows you to work on longer blades. Good luck with your knives an forge!
Awesome work. The minimalist mentality escaped me. I'm currently looking into belt sanders and band saws. Totally going to go for the hand tools to start.
Right on! I can't blame you!
Smooth video, very instructional for basic hand tools.
Glad you liked it!
That green handle came out alright . I liked the looks of it.
Thanks!
My God, I remember those days of filing... really makes you appreciate the countless hours learning to grind. We all probably started with filling... you really can get nice bevels though
For sure! Making videos like this really makes me appreciate my grinder.... Cheers man
Awesome build. I have a class coming up in college where we have to make a knife. I might just use this as a template.
You are a true craftsman.
Thank you sir! Good luck with your build!
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By far the best knife making tutorial for beginners I've ever seen. Just ordered some steel, I'm gonna get in the knife making game, hopefully!
Heck yeah! Glad you enjoyed it! Good luck with your build!
The handle turned out awesome.
Thank you! Cheers!
It's just what I wanted!
I need to get an angle grinder and files, and the materials of course. And I want to make it little bit different to yours it's such a good base.
Good luck Filip! Cheers
This is an excellent video for those starting out. I'm sure if I knew about your channel 4 years ago, I would have much nicer tools and have better overall results. I Started knife making when I was 12 back in 2016 and I've gotten a lot better over time. About a year ago I went pro and I use your techniques all the time. Thanks to makers like you I am no longer making knives at a financial deficit.
Heck yeah! Glad to hear it sir!
I truly thank you for you presenting style, specifically how you present multiple options, focusing on how it is possible even with the most basic of tools. I have been a maker for a couple of years now. I often say self taught but truly i am taught by the good people who spend their time sharing their own experiences. Because of this i have seen so many videos, by many different creators. Some will criticise any method but the 'pro method', and although I see their point, most who come looking for the basics, just want to know essentially the points / structure that you use here. Thank you for your content!
Glad you enjoyed the video Joel! Cheers sir
Another excellent video J! Thank you for taking the time to do this!
Heck yeah Jeff! Really glad you took the time to comment and enjoyed this video!