Is This Knife Going to Be Your Favorite Too?
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- Опубліковано 19 бер 2021
- Watch how Master Bladesmith, Kyle Royer turns knifemaking into an art form in the final assembly of a massive damascus frame handle bowie he calls FORTITUDE. Will this be one of his favorite pieces of all time? First, see Kyle struggle through the final questions he’s had to overcome with Fortitude. Kyle is extremely nervous about warping the fittings during heat treating. Once he pushes past that point, it’s smooth sailing from there until he has to sharpen the massive double-edged blade. Little did he know, the coffee etch and bluing will come with their own challenges. Overcoming these challenges was one of the most rewarding parts of this build and Kyle’s painstaking pursuit of excellence shines through during the entire knife making journey in building Fortitude.
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About Me
My name is Kyle Royer. I’ve been making knives for over 16 years. I discovered if you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together. So I got with my family and started a business about 3 years ago dedicated to teaching people the beautiful art of knives.
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Yes my favorite
HEYOOOOO!
The video is also super clean!
How you not have a check mark ✔️ yet. Love your vids also green beetle
You do great work, Steve!
Where can i get cannister cans? Made first layered damascus now im addicted to make cool patterns.
The craziest part is realizing that this whole thing is handmade. That blows me away every time.
🧨
Yep! Absolutely mind blowing 🥺 congrats!
one day you get there. :)
I rewatched the ending like 10 times and still can't get enough of the beauty.
know the feeling ahaha, you just don't wanna take your eyes off it.
Wonderful, Wonderful knife. A lot of work went into this build and it shows.
time for a Slavik Tely build.....hmmmmm....
Yess! Another Tely build please, sir
Thanks so much for the kind words
I really appreciate it
It was definitely a labor of love with a little bit of frustration mixed in, but mostly love
Kyle
For real, might be the most complicated knife build I have ever seen, definetly the most gorgeous thats for sure, this thing is absolutely beautiful, nothing short of masterpiece of a knife.
Collaboration?
Absolutely mind blowing Kyle. Words cannot express how awesome that piece is. Well done!
Hey thanks Sam
Kyle
Kyle, that last statement you put in about finish things that are spectacular even though sometimes you don’t get paid for it really hit home. There is, and can be, a lack of understand or appreciation for how much effort goes into producing these blades. And it just means a lot to hear that even at the top of the game you guys feel that too sometimes.
I’m always speechless when I see so much talent and craftsmanship in your videos , the result is sooo beautiful!
Hey thanks Seb
Kyle
Oh man, it is absolutely amazing 👍😊
Every second of the time you spent making sure everything was right shows in this absolutely over-the-top beautiful work. I am awed.
Hey thanks Bryson
Kyle
INCREDIBLE work master Royer
Absolutely incredible. I could only dream of making anything close to that detail. But I will try my best. As soon as I get the rest of my shop put together I will finish my first ever leaf spring Bowie. My first foray in to Damascus will be Tyrells basket weave pattern as soon as I get a press. I will defiantly be ordering your teaching videos. You make the closest to perfect Knives I have ever seen. Thanks for all the tips and education. Dan P.S. You did a great job with teaching your dad. I love watching his work
Kyle, I’m amazed every time of the patterns you can come up with just from stacking metals. Wow 🤩
I don't understand how this video has any "dislike" thumbs.... some miserable people out there. The knife is stunning, Kyle! Great videography, Caleb!
I totally agree, James.
It's because the haters have never tried building any kind of blade, much less one of this quality.
Jealousy is a rotten thing
Hey thanks Red Beard Ops
Kyle
Oh hey
Your projects just keep getting more and more beautiful. The time and effort you put into making everything perfect without cutting corners is something I really respect about you and your work. Again, this is just beautiful craftsmanship worthy of your name!
Thanks Trevor
Kyle
Beautiful work Kyle! I would love to see you do a Katana, the way you put everything into every little piece would make it amazing.
Got that on the list of things to do
Cheers my friend
Dad
@@KyleRoyerKnives wow I actually got a reply 😁 thanks for the response back, love your work too Kyle's dad
Maybe a tanto, many were highly ornate. It would be awesome to see Kyle do some polished lacquer work and polished horn and come up with a beautiful Saya that can match the intricacies of one of his blades!
Every time I think that’s your best work ever. You do a new best piece. One word for this one. Wow! I would think the most difficult thing about creating this would be giving it over to your client.
That is like a time machine. Memories of looking at the best knives I've ever seen by some of the biggest names. Royer is a name that is sure to be included on any list of the best makers alive today.
Hey thanks James
Kyle
For sure.
This is an amazing and wonderful piece of art! I got chills seeing the final product! Thank you for sharing the process and final pictures with us
Hey thanks William. Glad you’re here hanging out with us all my friend
Dad
I make knives for a few years now... by hand with files and sandpaper... no machines whatsoever.... and I was happy.... then I watch you.. I need a 2x72 now!, and that Damascus!!!! Made me look down at what I’ve spent 70 hours plus on and just put it in the bin...... lol.. perfection
Keep Forging On my friend
The one dislike is the dude that's mad this isn't his knife.
random clickfarm dislike. who could dislike this? He is at the apex of his craft. I just cant believe he shares everything for free. Thanks Kyle
Some people have shaking hands and miss the like, it's understandable.
We should all dislike then 😅
Seriously Kyle you have some serious talent. How Hollywood isn't coming to you for movie pieces is beyond me.
Can you imagine some Hollywood actor hacking stones & trees & bodies with such a masterpiece? I think they prefer much cheaper cutlery. Regards.
@@henniebasson515 most movies have several models of an individual weapon. 1 - the real deal for close up shots, 2 - a rubber replica for action scenes, 3 - a simple handle model for when it is being carried so the actors don't have to perform with added weight on them. This is the exact kind of thing they done on The Witcher. Regards.
They can't afford his creations, this knife alone will sell for tens of thousands of dollars. A sword he made recently sold for $40,000.
Kyle takes MUCH longer to make a weapon than most other smiths do, months and months of daily work to finish just 1 item. In movies, dozens of blades need to be made in the time it takes Kyle to make 1.
They use props and CGI in movies because most of the time you see weapons from 2 to 10 meters away. Battle ready blades for action scenes also have a limited but functional appearance.
@@Sajuuk holy shit 40K!! where did he sell it?> also it the price doesn't suprise me because his pieces are the most incredible things i have ever seen*
@@YukiTsunoda7 One of his previous swords from last year I think. His clients are anonymous but the price paid for it was known of and discussed in the comments section.
I really like Kyles work but he takes an enormous amount of time to make them. He's lucky he finds clients willing to pay big sums for his work, or he'd have to speed his process up to make more and sell them at lower prices...like pretty much all other bladesmiths do.
Your knives and swords are the kind you grind to death for or complete nearly impossible quests in an RPG to get. Your work is exquisite, and opulent and I love it!
Stunning. You are ridiculously talented and your hard work and patience shines through in every one of your pieces.
Hey thanks DJ
Kyle
Definitely one of the most gorgeous knives I've ever seen...
Hey thanks F.B.
Kyle
If I ever win the lottery you'll be a very busy guy.
Haha
I feel like the title of Master Bladesmith, while impressive, does not do you justice. You surely must be one of the best, if not THE best bladesmith alive today. If not of all time. Your work truly transcends. If I thought I could afford it, I would commission a piece from you. (I will continue working towards this goal)
I wish my father were still alive so I could show him your videos. He was also a man who sought perfection in his work. I know without a shadow of doubt that he would have the utmost admiration for the work that you do. As do I.
Thank you for letting us take these journey's with you!
Hey thanks Alucard
Sorry about your father. Continue to make him proud by doing what others are not willing to do. Share your victories and failures with others. And make sure that you bring people along with you on your journey. You keep forging on my friend. Chao 👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Dad
Your level of attention to detail has really been the driving motivation for me to make my work as nice as I can, I'll have to take some classes here soon to up my game
Hey thanks Joshua. It’s good to hear others digging in and working on upping their game. You can do it my friend. It’s good for us, our family, our community...
It may hurt a little but bring your best.
If you’re interested in leveling up your knife making skills check out our online courses at learnknifemaking.com
We provide advanced and beginner online courses. You will have hours and hours of Kyle’s detailed teachings and training. Cheers from the Ozarks
Dad
what holds the gold inlay in place, is there an adhesive, or is it purely the compression of the metal on metal?
Good question Warrior
We use a dovetail and louver like cuts in the bottom of cut
Chao
Dad
The gold is soft, much softer than other metals, so if you create a ledge in the steel, like a hook, the gold squishes into those gaps in the groove and that ledge at the top, keeps the squished gold wire from "spilling" out, sand it flat and you get a beautiful inlay, that looks flush with the surface. Kyle explains this in quite a few of his videos, this process is called damascening. Its an explanation of how this works, its what Kyle's dad has detailed above.
Absolutely outstanding work, Kyle. Just breathtakingly gorgeous.
Congratulations!
That is craftsmanship at its finest !
Amazing job Kyle, congrats.
So well crafted, really like how it's held together!
Please make an over the top damascus and gold inlay coffee mug!!!
I used to work for a company (as a draughtsman) fitting out houses with furniture. These houses belonged to the upper echelon of society - the super rich. London, New York, Singapore, Dubai, super yacht interiors etc.. So I know what quality and level of finish they demand. In my view, your quality of finish is at the top end of that level. ROYAL quality. Stunning. Don't know HOW you do it. Well done mate.
Grazie
Cheers my friend
Dad
This is an absolute work of art! It is just stunning from every angle and for sure is one of my favorite builds I have seen you do! Can't wait to see what you start next!
Thanks James
Kyle
Best knife I have ever seen
Best wishes for you .
We need more talented, hardworking
And skilled professional people like you.
Great job bro
this is a true work of art- amazing!
My God, man! That is one of the finest pieces of Art I have EVER seen! You are the Master! Thank You, your awesomeness, for taking us along on this journey of creation. Proving that the beauty of such materials in the hands of those who truly care and have the Vision to uplift those materials to a state of such perfection of beauty can truly take the heights of humans to levels we can usually only dream of. I know it when I see it, Kyle Royer. And freely give praise when it’s due. You Are AWESOME!!!💎
Hey thanks Jasper
Kyle
The perfection in this piece is unbelievable! You truly are a Master of your craft!
Hey thanks Jairus
Kyle
Holy crap that's a nice blade! The damascus and the dark look are stunning!
The design, finish, everything... superb. Bravo!!
Grazie Salem
Cheers
Dad
Outstanding artistry and craftsmanship. Superb.
I don’t think the best cnc machines could produce anything close to this quality. Absolutely a museum worthy blade. Great work .. as always!
Hey thanks Coosh’s
Kyle
Brilliant, the precision and beauty at the highest level. Thank You for sharing.
Holy cow. That's amazing. The amount attention to detail is phenomenal.
It's beautiful, Kyle. Sometimes your knives evoke tears of admiration. Such detail. Such quality. Truly stunning work my friend.
Thanks Brad
Kyle
That's absolutely incredible!! Great work, as always!
Oh my God! This is by far the most amazing knife I've ever seen! Thank you so much for bringing us all along and sharing your knowledge!
Well done sir!
Hey thanks Che. This journey of life is more fun when we bring people along with us. Cheers from the Ozarks my friend
Dad
The Damascus pattern is unbelievable! Stellar, Mr. Royer! Stellar.
Yup. That’s a fine work of art.
UA-cam is lucky to have you.
Hey thanks Harpo
Kyle
WOW! Once more you don't fail to amaze. That is an incredible piece. It's so beautiful that just calling it a "knife" feels almost inadequate. Thanks for sharing with us.
Hey thanks for your kind words Kelly
Cheers 👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Dad
Stunning work!
Another jaw dropping piece. I love watching Kyle work to produce such a perfect knife.
Thanks xX
Kyle
This is art, absolutely beautiful and extraordinary!
I cannot fathom the dedication you have to your craft. Very well done Mr. Royer.
Hey thanks john
Kyle
You make some of the coolest blades/knives I've EVER seen. You have great taste and everything you do comes out flawless. Such a phenomenal work of art.
I also like that you're a perfectionist, impeccable job.
I've watched a few of these videos now. Outstanding work. This is art !
Beautiful work!
i have seen a couple of your vids now and apart from the total skill you have is your patience --
patience at every single effort
that's what sets you aside from other craftsmen
I was just thinking this morning as I was waking up, 'haven't seen a Kyle Royer video in a while'; then suddenly BAM!! There it was, the first thing I see as I open up my UA-cam...
And as always I was NOT disappointed. Another spectacularly beautiful work of art completed.... You sir, are undoubtedly a Master Blade smith that is working on another level. A level that as yet have anyone else even come close to achieving......
Something for you to think about, I think you should consider putting together a high res, super HD calendar (for next year) of all your work for all we little people who can only dream of owning one of your pieces. That would be some awesome Knife/Sword porn that I would be proud to own and display....
Hey thanks xman
That’s a great idea
We may see if we can schedule that in
Cheers from the Ozarks my friend
Dad
@@KyleRoyerKnives Fantastic!! I'll be happy to see how that turns out....
Man you really blow my mind with the crazy patterns you are able to pull off, truly stunning!
Amazing work, we are waiting patiently for your next project!
We all truly appreciate you guys hanging out with us all
Cheers from the Ozarks my friend
Dad
This is knife looks unbelievable, pretty much the most beautiful one I've ever seen. It's mind-blowing piece of art. Fantastic work
Hey thanks Richard
Kyle
This is one of the finest examples of craftsmanship I have ever seen. Just incredible.
Thanks ippo
Kyle
This is absolutely stunning, one of the most beautiful pieces of art I've seen. You should get a patent on your handle locking system.
That is truly amazing. It’s beyond me how such perfection can come from a mortal man.
Astonishing, brother. Your work just keeps getting more amazing!
Astonishing piece, congratz !!
Love the Damascus design! beautiful work!
That’s an absolute masterclass, beyond beautiful.
I think this is your best work. Absolutely beautiful.
Stunning, just stunning!
In my wildest dreams I could not imagine that something like this is possible. That you can forge steel together and know how much to press it to get such a perfect pattern! Incredible. Absolutely perfect job wow !
Man! What a beauty!!🤩👍 Respect!
It just looks amazing!
You and Freerk Wieringa are my alltime favorites!
Simply perfect, always love good craftsmanship dayum!!
thanks for your effort Kyle. That's incredibly beautiful work.👏👏
Thanks
Kyle
Next level Blade. Very well done.👍👍
Wow, you are amazingly talented! That is the most beautiful edged weapon I have ever seen. I would love to see your knives in movies. What a tremendous job you did. Thank you for sharing it
8:45 Kyle, I'm 57 years old. I still remember seeing Mother of Pearl for the first time as a five-year-old. It has always been my favourite 'gem'. I remember finding scallop shells in coastal places in my late-teens where I lived that were tea-saucer sized inside the shell where the pearlescence is found. We'd leave shells behind that today would be perfect scale size. But hey, I was a hippy in the middle of nowhere, so I tried to travel light and knife scales weren't in my head in those days.
Hey thanks for sharing that memory with us my friend
Dad
very similar to my story, MOP is still my favorite "gem," amazing that it's a common thing but to me it's much prettier than diamonds, gold or pearls.
Beautiful my guy. Good work. Can't wait for the next one!
I have watched this entire build and I must say I also think this is in the top 3 knife / swords you have made. Such and incredible looking peace. I would love to spend one day in your shop just watching and learning.
Hey thanks Daniel
Kyle
“It’s in the neutraliser” had me in stitches 🤣 . As always this knife is INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL
Spectacular! You've definately raised the bar again. Brilliant.
Hey thanks BeeZo
Kyle
So amazingly beautiful! Lots of information as usual! Thanks so much for making such informative videos. Truly inspiring!
Hey thanks Flux
Good to have you hanging out with us my friend 👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Dad
You sir are truly a master of your craft! That is one of the most beautiful knives I have ever seen. Thank you for sharing the build with us.
Glad you’re here hanging out with us all Thomas 👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️. Cheers
Dad
This man makes art in all his pieces, excellent work
Beautiful knife, your a true treasure to the craft, how does it feel to know that your a true inspiration to the knife making community, now and forever.
Hey thanks John
You take knife and sword making to a different level man.. Perfection at its finest!!
Stunning, a true work of art, worthy of display in any fine art gallery.
May God bless the Republic of Texas
👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Dad
My goodness.... I’m absolutely blown away....
Another absolutely magnificent piece Kyle! J
Crazy beautiful! Your level of skill, talent and patience to reach that highest level of finish never ceases to amaze me.
Greetings from Holland
Hey thanks Pat
May God bless Holland, you, and your crew my friend
Dad
BEAUTIFUL!!!!
That is one stunning knife, well done. By far my favourite of all your stuff. Congratulations kyle 👌
Beautiful!!!!
INCREDIBLE! You’ve outdone Yourself yet again!!
Hey thanks Jeremy
Kyle
Your level of perfection is pretty rare I think. That makes it a really special piece.One in a million. For my personal taste the finish is slightly over the top; I loved it before the coffee and blueing a bit more. Congratulations with the excellent result. I hope some rich person pays you what its really worth. 😃
Gorgeous knife. Impressive.
This knife is a true piece of heart and soul work by a true master craftsman bladesmith, thank you for sharing with us your wonderful skills...
Hey thanks Robert
Glad you’re here
Dad
Uma obra de arte.
Parabéns!
Grazie my friend
Dad
This is a masterpiece Kyle. As always, keep up the great work.
Thanks Oren
Kyle