Making a WW2 Commando Dagger! Part 2

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  • @AndyFromBeaverton
    @AndyFromBeaverton Рік тому +38

    6:38 Alec will forget where he put the handle he was working on.

    • @nil_shawn6107
      @nil_shawn6107 Рік тому +5

      My exact thought was imagining him opening every drawer in that toolbox before finding it

    • @seanperson2032
      @seanperson2032 Рік тому +1

      100000%

    • @EdNutting
      @EdNutting Рік тому +3

      It's wherever he put the 4 jaw chuck 😅

  • @michelhv
    @michelhv Рік тому +29

    The middle manager instinct is strong in Jamie. I expect him to lord over Alec’s productivity soon.

    • @saginawdan
      @saginawdan Рік тому +3

      I suspect that he already is. 😂

  • @GiladBarad
    @GiladBarad Рік тому +435

    Alec I dare you to make a sword without any power tools

    • @koltonmandeville4546
      @koltonmandeville4546 Рік тому +16

      That would be cool I’m trying to do that myself and I can’t find a good quality video that explained the process without power tools at all

    • @Wreckz_Tea
      @Wreckz_Tea Рік тому +19

      Why do you keep on with this every single video he uploads? Nobody wants to see a 17 part series of him hammering and hand filing a sword.

    • @GoodandBasic
      @GoodandBasic Рік тому +6

      That would be epic.

    • @EendjeMeester
      @EendjeMeester Рік тому +9

      And ofcourse, go back to his roots and use a coal forge

    • @patatopowertools
      @patatopowertools Рік тому +12

      Get ready for a 600 part build. 😂😂

  • @tonyimperial5323
    @tonyimperial5323 Рік тому +15

    Brother! A hand plane for woodworking. Your dad's a woodworker, how had rhis not happened? Bronze body, Damascus everything else with French scroll work. This could be a huge series to like your old viking sword

  • @TheMotlias
    @TheMotlias Рік тому +8

    the one frame of alec suddenly looking right at us in the timelapse at 4:40 is haunting

    • @matoso2709
      @matoso2709 Рік тому

      FOR SURE!

    • @Eis_
      @Eis_ Рік тому +1

      4:44
      Fun fact, 444 in Eastern culture symbolises death and misfortune. Maybe that's why he added that creepy part in that specific second.

  • @ASK-nl4gv
    @ASK-nl4gv Рік тому +76

    It would be cool if you could visit Sheffield, and see them being made, such a huge history of steel and cutlery.

  • @BCbiker36
    @BCbiker36 Рік тому +10

    Cerekote can be applied to threads of screws without putting them out of tolerance, the coating is very thin. Unless you over apply it it wont fill your texture.

  • @robhettinger1861
    @robhettinger1861 Рік тому +2

    11:13 BLUE DYKEM ...I keep hearing the song in my head each time I see it and use it in my own projects.

  • @SEFullmetalJake
    @SEFullmetalJake Рік тому +40

    Always loving the blade builds.

  • @youneven8070
    @youneven8070 Рік тому +1

    for your threading problem: 10:17 use a 4 jaw chuck!

  • @Rahl692
    @Rahl692 Рік тому +13

    Came for the build, stayed for the 🎶🎶red dykem🎵🎵

  • @eastoforion
    @eastoforion Рік тому +4

    oh wow thats looking very nice 👀
    also for the concerns about cerakote filling the divots, i think one of its main benefits is that it adds almost no material, that's why you don't have to plug screw threads etc for use on guns

  • @HeleTCM
    @HeleTCM Рік тому +1

    One of the things I've always been impressed with is the usage of safety equipment. The results are beautiful, but the safety while making those results is nothing short of amazing. Well done.

  • @Ashton_McCracken
    @Ashton_McCracken Рік тому +16

    I love watching this series style videos. They are the kind of videos I came her for! Great job Alec!

  • @sjv6598
    @sjv6598 Рік тому +20

    Fantastic knives! I remember you building the Damascus one too! Yes I’ve been around that long 🥹

  • @josephmollick5679
    @josephmollick5679 Рік тому +3

    The reason for the ribs on the original Fairbairne Sykes British Commando Knife , was so your hand won’t slip from blood 🩸 coating the handle.

  • @dsdragonspawn
    @dsdragonspawn Рік тому

    I'm happy to see you making one of these, it really helps me appreciate the craftsmanship of the original design. I'm lucky enough to own one of the originals from WWII with the leather sheath. It has always been my favorite knife in my collection

  • @Sk8rGuy420
    @Sk8rGuy420 Рік тому

    Watching you videos makes me want to go out into the garage and start making another knife.
    Also love the edit where it’s a music montage, pauses to here you shriek about a little mess up, then back to the music montage.

  • @Thecohostobviouzx
    @Thecohostobviouzx Рік тому +15

    Alec, you should make a V42 Stiletto next! Or for a challenge make a Damascus M1 Garand Sword bayonet!

    • @justissherwood9807
      @justissherwood9807 Рік тому

      Yes! I absolutely love the M1 Garand, seeing Alec make a bayonet for one would be epic!!!

  • @toddwoods1146
    @toddwoods1146 Рік тому

    I step out of the way every time I chuck any wood into my lathe and you just loaded in a dagger. Brave.

  • @luisconstruye3240
    @luisconstruye3240 Рік тому +2

    no hay momento en que te vea y no me sienta inspirado, de verdad no han sido meses faciles, y ver tus videos me hacen feliz y con ganas de salir a comerme el mundo, gracias por ser como eres alec, eres mi inspiracion

  • @Ukylie
    @Ukylie Рік тому

    Made me smile with the ghostly Dykem voice in the distance. I miss the ole days of the Blue Dykem song!!!!

  • @TheGl0ryan
    @TheGl0ryan Рік тому +3

    This is legit the first video i can watch again of ur content.
    used to watch it with my ex, took me legit 4 years to try it again :.)

  • @TheRaptorJezuz
    @TheRaptorJezuz Рік тому +4

    Our boy's back and rid himself of that Red Dykem nonsense! Welcome back to the land of the living Alec, and I suspect Jaime had a sneaky hand in returning the shop to sanity, thank you!!!

  • @Magnum_Express
    @Magnum_Express Рік тому +3

    I'd like to see you make another historical dagger in the future with modern twist, but if you need more grip for the handle, I'd use G10 or micarta.

  • @nriyo3
    @nriyo3 Рік тому

    Knurling wheel in the lathe, just a thought. Always a nice and fun watch Alec and team!

  • @jimcorbett3764
    @jimcorbett3764 Рік тому +1

    Good looking blade, and the stippling on the handle gives it a nice finish- great job!

  • @paulmanningremixes6408
    @paulmanningremixes6408 Рік тому

    Some clear, rubberised/silicone piping within the fluting, so the pattern remains almost the same, but with a little extra grip from the slightly raised rubberised fluting

  • @SafetyBoater
    @SafetyBoater Рік тому

    Spirals of texturing wrapping in the opposite rotation of the flutes might look neat.

  • @danielcollins5897
    @danielcollins5897 Рік тому +3

    love your vids keep them up, when turning the blade use 4 jaw chuck instead of doing the skethcy stuff.

  • @samc5898
    @samc5898 Рік тому +1

    Jamie, you have been editing these videos for a long time now and have put some funny stuff together. That being said, I think the peak of all of that is in this video at 8:43. Not sure how you can go up from there honestly

  • @shanerogers2817
    @shanerogers2817 Рік тому

    I love how this video has two different colors of Dykem and three different ways of applying said Dykem (Spray, marker, and brush). Brilliant content lol

  • @xartraxx5136
    @xartraxx5136 Рік тому +2

    Here since the first dagger - never left- never going to 👍🏽👍🏽

  • @TheStreamingEnderman
    @TheStreamingEnderman Рік тому +4

    I can't wait for this project to be a finished blade! Cheers!

  • @MrJimodoom
    @MrJimodoom Рік тому

    Love a fairbyrne sykes commando dagger, your content and enthusiasm are always entertaining

  • @nateolmsted22
    @nateolmsted22 Рік тому

    Ooof that last shot was gorgeous. Those grinds are so straight and uniform 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

  • @lokiwartooth1138
    @lokiwartooth1138 Рік тому +3

    I love those blades so much!!!

  • @pk3rmamyte
    @pk3rmamyte Рік тому +1

    As always SUPERB quality vid! Just in idea (too late now but perhapas on a different handle if its "twisted") could do every other "upper bit" of the twist! None the less keep up the great craftsmenship!

  • @ak-northman726
    @ak-northman726 Рік тому

    Cerakote should be 0.0005”-0.001” thick when properly applied, so the stippling wouldn’t have been buried under the material.

  • @lady_draguliana784
    @lady_draguliana784 Рік тому

    TIP: Fill your flutes with Hot Glue, waxed twine or similar to prevent marring them during stippling and similar processes. 👍

  • @unusualcomment9731
    @unusualcomment9731 Рік тому

    Haven't watched an Alec Steele video in a while but it's great having your energy back!

  • @michaelhill1176
    @michaelhill1176 Рік тому

    I remember when you were just a kid in your workshop man how far you have come glad Jamie is still with you a side note how is the house coming along ?
    I love your stuff Alec keep it up!!

  • @danieljohnson467
    @danieljohnson467 Рік тому

    I'm particularly excited about this build goes, because the video from 6 years ago was the exact one that got my hooked on this channel in the first place! This is awesome and I can't wait to see how it turns out!

  • @malice926
    @malice926 Рік тому +1

    Am I the only one that would like to see Alec forge a katana in the traditional style using modern tools. I know we've all see him forge them using western methods, but I think it would be interesting to see him do it in a different style than he normally would.

  • @SaMyVaiS
    @SaMyVaiS Рік тому +2

    FINALLY!!!! THE BLUEDYECEM-SONG HAS BLESSED US BY RETURNIG!
    OH, JOY!!!

  • @RichardCranium321
    @RichardCranium321 Рік тому

    "Pro" Tip: Cerakote doesn't like to stick to bare metal, however it does bond well to parkerized finish and it also applies nicer if you are pulling part out of the hot salt bath tank then degrease and spray while it's still hot before you ultimately cure it in the oven.

  • @Entertainment-ux8ww
    @Entertainment-ux8ww Рік тому

    I would have cut in a ring around the top and bottom of the handle flutes to serve as a cleaner border transition for the stippling.

  • @newforestobservatory9322
    @newforestobservatory9322 Рік тому +3

    A replica of the Cold Steel Urban Dart would be a good test of your skills!!!

  • @carlmanns9232
    @carlmanns9232 Рік тому +1

    I would have thought knurling the raised areas and not the fluted area on the lathe would have worked and provided grip. Would have kept a nice clean organized liik.

  • @Kitamines
    @Kitamines Рік тому

    You should have a PLAY WITH a variety of different weight FROSTING/TEXTURING WHEELS on either a pendant motor or polishing lathe as a QUICKER way of achieving STIPPLED SURFACE FINISHES.

  • @victoriameier8680
    @victoriameier8680 Рік тому

    Great video! I have the Ufo 2. It's really very effective. Love it!

  • @Eis_
    @Eis_ Рік тому

    Next challenge, make SOE's Lapel dagger , but here's the kicker: since a Lapel dagger is very simple, make it as if you're roleplaying a resistance fighter making his own Lapel dagger from what he can find.

  • @craigsummerville8823
    @craigsummerville8823 Рік тому

    I must say the stippling turned out much better than I expected. I wonder if you considered checkering between the grooves like on a gunstock. Of course, that is much easier on round stock using a knurler but I think you could have figured it out on the tapered handle by using a pattern guide and a groove cutter on the lathe to essentially cut a thread and then reverse the thread to make the checkered pattern. Quite a challenge but I’ll bet you and Jamie could handle it.

  • @kzarnold3678
    @kzarnold3678 Рік тому

    Nicely done

  • @Michaele1991
    @Michaele1991 Рік тому

    Coming together so nice! Love it.

  • @darkhorseman1834
    @darkhorseman1834 Рік тому

    Give you props for using what you're learning from other trades. Mark of a true tradesman.

  • @19austin83
    @19austin83 Рік тому

    Having worked a lot with cerakote, you can apply a matte finish with a proper mix.

  • @haydengreen4139
    @haydengreen4139 Рік тому +1

    Okay hear me out, since you have been using the lathe more and more lately, I think it would be really cool if you made a barbell to lift weights with. You could even try and forge the end sleeves to shape and do some complex knurling work!

  • @kirohaas3193
    @kirohaas3193 Рік тому

    You should totally do a remake of the Viking Blade, but this time, using only traditional tools and techniques.

  • @TheGingerbrett
    @TheGingerbrett Рік тому +2

    This is a vague suggestion I know, but it would be interesting to see you dive into leather working tools and using them. leather workers have some really cool tools and blades. Love the vids as always!

  • @ALAPINO
    @ALAPINO Рік тому +1

    As someone who LASER welds 8 days a week this made me chuckle.

  • @DisgruntledGrunt
    @DisgruntledGrunt Рік тому +1

    I hope you make an “S Curve” guard like the first pattern FS blades had.

  • @jackwriter1908
    @jackwriter1908 Рік тому +1

    I can't wait for the finished product!
    Only Twenty More Parts! 😂

  • @jayispainting
    @jayispainting Рік тому

    And idea for another knife build...The Subtle Knife from HIs Dark Materials (the series not the movie) 2 different kinds of steel and a cool twist moving into the hilt.

  • @JossWaddy
    @JossWaddy Рік тому

    Surely the Royal Marines would appreciate a dagger like this for some sort of graduation award? It is in their badge after all. Aren't the originals made in Sheffield? Factory visit?

  • @adamragz
    @adamragz Рік тому

    I was waiting to see the blade go flying across the shop when you chucked it into the lathe!! Glad that didn't happen!!

  • @IrocZIV
    @IrocZIV Рік тому

    I was disappointed Alec's scream at 8:44 wasn't added to the rest of the music going forward

  • @malcolmblack8528
    @malcolmblack8528 Рік тому

    Alec where do you keep all of your old projects. Is there like a room that you display them in or all they all in a pile somewhere. I think we would all love to see a display of sorts.

  • @White_devil1980
    @White_devil1980 Рік тому +1

    Great to see you using blue dycum as usually it was red 👍

  • @roberta.brokaw3829
    @roberta.brokaw3829 Рік тому

    Very cool dagger design. Stay safe.

  • @Sartek
    @Sartek Рік тому

    I think a rolled knurling would look awesome

  • @SchysCraftCo.
    @SchysCraftCo. Рік тому +3

    It’s coming along nicely so far. Forge On. God bless.

  • @midgefidget5796
    @midgefidget5796 Рік тому

    This is my favorite dagger design.

  • @blaketullysmith5019
    @blaketullysmith5019 Рік тому

    For the love of God someone send this poor man a four jawed lathe chuck!!!!

  • @TreasureFiend
    @TreasureFiend Рік тому

    Looks great Alec and Jamie!

  • @Zogg1281
    @Zogg1281 Рік тому

    *FINALLY!!!!!!* The red Dykem has left (hopefully) and we are back in the land of Blue Dykem!!! That is more of a relief then you could possibly believe........ unless you've been watching Alec since before moving to the USA. 😅😂😂😂😂

  • @justinbanks2380
    @justinbanks2380 Рік тому

    The return of his true love (and accompanying little melody) 'bluuuueee dyckemmm'
    😊

  • @bluesteel-ps1wg
    @bluesteel-ps1wg Рік тому

    Cerakoat when properly applied should add no more than .0005" to .001" in thickness

  • @ScrubG4tr
    @ScrubG4tr Рік тому

    The 'AHHH!' with the music. xD

  • @justliviniguess2493
    @justliviniguess2493 Рік тому

    4:43 Me when i see the shadow people out the corner of my eye

  • @MASI_forging
    @MASI_forging Рік тому

    This looks so cool 👍👍

  • @manalainen
    @manalainen Рік тому

    When when when will we have part 3? I need it! :D Freaking awesome build

  • @victorfds
    @victorfds 10 місяців тому

    Imagine producing with that detailing level for every soldier from WW2. The commando draggers would be delivered only at the end of the war. 🤣

  • @TheKinchaos
    @TheKinchaos Рік тому

    Nice project Alec

  • @juniorglasgow9542
    @juniorglasgow9542 Рік тому

    3 minutes in and I’m yelling “Knurl it, knurl it” at the screen 😂

  • @LazrCat0
    @LazrCat0 Рік тому

    Turning between centers! Nice!

  • @loganholland5735
    @loganholland5735 Рік тому

    Alec could you put the metal with paper glued to it into the fire, so you won't have to worry about peeling it off at the end??

  • @billkeefe9965
    @billkeefe9965 Рік тому

    Cera-coat goes on so thin, you can even apply it to threads and they’ll still work so no need to worry about it sticking to stippleing. Its nothing like paint or powder coat

  • @markusmantel7395
    @markusmantel7395 Рік тому +1

    Love it! ❤

  • @cmb1972
    @cmb1972 Рік тому

    Flash backs of "Blue Dichem!"should be released as a single.😄

  • @MrWadeant
    @MrWadeant Рік тому

    There is my fav song! (Blue Dicom) Keep it up Alec and Jamie :D

  • @GarySkadan
    @GarySkadan Рік тому +1

    Is this you Alec warming up to do another versus with Will? I do hope so those are my favorite

  • @frankierzucekjr
    @frankierzucekjr Рік тому

    At 9:25 you looked like a grandpa about to tell me a story. lmao

  • @grizzlybear4122
    @grizzlybear4122 5 місяців тому

    Run a spiral the opposite direction for a large checker.

  • @F_L_U_X
    @F_L_U_X Рік тому +1

    Just put some Flex Seal or spray-on Teflon for teh gripz.

  • @SergeyShirobokov_art
    @SergeyShirobokov_art Рік тому

    My Favarite Channel!

  • @boskone
    @boskone Рік тому

    It's too late now, but what about rifle checkering for future such projects? It follows the flow of rifle stocks, you can make plaid-like patterns by skipping rows, and generally do interesting things with it if so inclined.

  • @rasmuslind9338
    @rasmuslind9338 Рік тому +2

    Man thats looks good

  • @Bigjoeffemt
    @Bigjoeffemt Рік тому

    A keen eye recognizes the Tyler Bell tshirt! Can we expect a colab soon?

  • @xt1me
    @xt1me Рік тому

    Have you ever thought about putting awkward pits of metal into a chunk of wax so it'll fit in the lathe or would it heat up too much and melt while working?