To add to your harbor freight list, get a hardwood dolly. The wood that is used is maple, a great all around wood. The bigger the dolly, the more scales available. The large one, in my location, is LESS than $20 and will provide MULTIPLE sets of scales
This definitively proves the point that fancy tools are not necessary... but also that the skills of the craftman make all the difference. Thanks for sharing this cool and didactic video!
@@RedBeardOps the calculation you had at the end was perfect. I do have to ask, how many hours do you think you had into making that knife, including the buying and design stage?
@@samdahlandsonsforge Man that's a hard one; I'm not a full time maker, so a lot of these project span over the course of a month. It only took me a few hours to get to the store and back. Drew up the knife in about 1 hour and had it traced out in Fusion 360 for the PDF. I think if I had no other obligations, I could have gotten the knife done in one weekend.
@@RedBeardOps oh yeah man for sure. I have thought about doing a “knife cost” video and just explaining the materials, tools, and time cost. I was figuring for beginners between 10- 20 hours depending on tooling and attempts they made with failures.
Great video. My first, and well only knife so far was completely hand made with files, hacksaw, and sanding paper while in Iraq. Heat treat didn't go well, the blade is only RC52 (I tested at the machine shop I work at now). I am so close to getting my shop building cleaned out and ready I can taste it.
Heck yeah man! Best of luck getting your shop going! While I'm sure you'll make higher performing knives in your future; that first knife out of RC52 will hold a special spot in your heart for sure.
@@RedBeardOps Solid stuff, man. Dug it! If you ever end up doing this again, the HFT Central Machinery 1"x30" belt sander can usually be had for ~$30. Thanks again!
@@RedBeardOps Dude, I use that little beast so much. I picked it up years ago and it always finds its way into a project. I'm primarily a woodworker, but enjoy watching blade smithing/knife making as a "one day!", since it's pretty woodworking adjacent with several shared tools and skill sets. Thanks again for the video, I'll be sure to stop by more often. ;)
Man i love this video. I never did anything like this before or even own alot of those tools but ive been watching knife making videos consistently for a year now. Definitely gives me a exact number of what I'll need and what the prices are. This is dope as hell and im sharing this with my buddies!!!!!
Thanks for posting. It's encouraging. Wayne Goddard said if you got to make knives, nothing stops you. On the other end of the spectrum is the ones who keep buying stuff and making plans, but don't quite get started.
This was a phenomenal video. I've purchased few pre-ground blades and made the handles and sheaths, but you've given me the confidence to finally try a blade.
i'd like to point out that if you have a granite slab or pane of glass to use as a reference flat, you can glue or tape your sand paper down at the edge to sharpen your knife, works great for chisels and plane irons too
Great video. So many folks think $$ has to get in the easy but I know I started on a literal shoestring budget. Most of my first equipment was Harbor Freight. Heck I still have a bunch of Harbor Freight equipment 👍
This helped me get some much needed perspective. I already have a 1x30 and a drill press, so I just need an angle grinder and I’ll be good for making knives. I’ll have to be sending them to get heat treated though, which I’m not opposed to
This is the first video I've seen from your channel, and I'm ready to watch many more! Some people get all the gear and have no idea, but it was great to see you prove that it can be done on a budget!
You made my favorite style of skinner. Really the only style of skinner I use. I love the slightly longer handle and the wider blade. Very good Craftsmanship! Thanks for this video!
I have that sander. I wouldn't call it "fantastic". In fact the platen is terrible. I've made a couple of mods to make it better. I did use it for shaping handles on wooden wasters that I used to make. I actually removed the platen for that. Yeah, the main issues are lack of power and a shit platen.
Huh! I used to make wooden wasters and the techniques that you use for your scales are exactly the same that I used for the handles on my wasters. I've never made a metal knife but after a couple of your vids, I think I have the skill set and the tools to do a creditable job. Thanks! Edit: I had to add ... those pins are SICK!
I ran my knife shop for 7 years using things from harbor freight. Used the 4x36 belt sander and the $70 drill press. I used to make some really nice knives. Have to improve some things, but I did very well with the set up
Thank you for this! I have been considering getting into this, but the price point was too high, this could get me started as I could slowly build up to bigger tools
Funny you upload this while I’m searching for videos exactly on this topic. Great video as always. Thank you for these, they’ve been so instrumental in my journey as a knife maker.
@@RedBeardOpsIt's definitely fun watching all the new techniques and tools you've picked up over the years and seeing you grow and share that wisdom. I'm still making knives using this more basic method. I saved up to get a portaband and swag table, and a wen drill press, but the rest is still angle grinder and a file jig lol. I'm hoping to get some extra money in June and if I do I'm going to be buying the Brodbeck Grinder kit and then I'll need to learn how to use a 2x72 😅
@@norcalbowhunter3264 I made a simple wood stand my babsaw sits into. Took me 30 min to build and I cust put a clamp on the trigger. You can grab a saw as low as 100 bucks if you watch. Mine cut railroad Iron like butter. Not even 3 min. It was after market blade but it had no trouble at all. look into building a treadmill 2 x72 grinder.
holy cannoli 90 second curing epoxy!? You absolute madman lol. I have to do dry runs with 5 minute cure just so I know it'll go somewhat smoothly. Great premise for a video and outstanding execution. Most of my starting tools came from harbor freight and most of them still serve some purpose 3 years later. Only tool to ever give me a problem was the bauer band saw, but it was quickly replaced under the extended warranty.
Very nice! Glad you enjoyed it. Yeah I should have had my ducks in a better row with that epoxy. I've been running that Baur for like 4 years now; almost surprised it's still going!
Another excellent video! I sourced my granite “surface plate” from a local memorial shop that makes gravestone markers. They had many nice size “falloff” pieces that they were happy to sell me. Mine is 12” x 18” x 1” and I was charged $20 😊
I like this! This is an excellent example of thinking. Thinking your way from problem to solution, using cheap tools to make symmetry and accuracy. Subscribed.
If you enjoy making the occasional knife out of "unknownium", those small Habor Freight nail puller/pry bars (the ones about 12 or 15" long) will make a surprisingly good knife. There is enough flat on one to make a knife about the length of the one here. I have made several that look almost identical to that one, and all have been excellent. They sharpen and hold an edge very well. I heated the steel until a magnet no longer would stick to it and quenched in oil. The bars are like $3-$4 dollars.
Wow! I love it. Beautiful end-result. I love your teaching manner, teaching voice, videography skills. Nice time spent with you in your shop (via UA-cam)
Red Beard any tips on a good 1 burner forge for a beginner? I have 14 knives right now that need heat treating. I refuse to pay someone to do it for me. Any suggestions plz sir? Your videos are awesome love the way you explain the grits of belts used and why you use them!!!!
Well you could make something like this pretty cheap - ua-cam.com/video/lOWbXbBOJhw/v-deo.html Or get an Atlas Forge - atlasknife.com/product/atlas-mini-forge-v2-stainless/ Or if you want bigger build an Apollo - housemade.us/collections/apollo-forge
Great video thanks, you don't need expensive gear to make a great knife as you've shown. I still make a few myself with very little but yeah, love your work.
LOL... yeah... I could have done some things to make that easier on myself for sure.... I forgot to clean the scales before mixing it... so that was a big waste of time. I'm surprised it ended good
I sure appreciate the cost break down. There are so many how to videos using tools very few can afford. I wonder how many work hours did it take to complete? How many could you make before the tools failed? How much could you sell one for? What are comparable knives selling for?
Glad you enjoyed the video! I could make a knife like this in a weekend. Not sure how many these tools could make, but I bet a ton... How much to sell for is debatable. If you're just starting out it won't be much. I sold most of my first knives for a little over the cost of materials and to friends and family. I don't make comparable knives to this one since my general knives have a much higher level of fit and finish.
I strongly suggest the 4 sided diamond from harbor freight over the stone. The stone is horrible especially if you aren’t very experienced with the correct pressure and holding an angle. It’s super soft and crumbly and dishes out super fast. The diamond doesn’t last super long but it stays flat and removes material well. Definitely worth the few extra dollars
I went to HF to get that $14 angle grinder. They were out of that and next 2 cheapest ones. I ended up having to get the $35 and im glad I did. I do a lot of grinding and I'm really tough on my grinders.
Geeze! The guys that use the carts must have much more understanding wives than me. If I can't carry it all to the counter I better save it for the next day. Amazing video. You always do a great job to cover all the bases. Maybe not heirloom quality but at least $160 of that total spent will be able to be used on the next project with Harbor Freight being Harbor Freight you could possibly knock that down $50 with sales and such over several months. Thanks for another great video!👊
Great video. You make it look so easy with expensive tools. You make look even easier with basic tools. Thats what i have tried to use for the last year and a half with no food luck. Its made me lose interest. I have issues with all things i guess. Grinding and bevels. Proper Heat treating and sharpening. I am trying to get back at it. Just moved back in august from michigan to florida. Still trying to work out a work area. Was the shed in michigan but here in florida not much room because my neighbors are closer. We live in a sub with an hoa😢😢
I built a 2x72 for $35 for my second knife. Treadmill and skate board wheels. I later did spend 40 bucks on a proper set or wheels. It is different from every one else online.. It has Jack shart and the motor is geared down 2-1. 7200 motor cut in half about a 4 in drive for the sander belt it runs about 3,600fps like most real belt grinders. It has profiled a lot of blades in those 7 to 8 years ago. Even have a 10 in profile wheel made from a rubber wheel tire 2 in wide. I made a walnut pipe today I turned on the lathe but I used that grinder on it. I use it to sharpen my hss turning tools too. Very seldom a day goes by it is not on. It has ran as much as 4 hrs straight more times than I can count. People can take little and make something nice. You just need a little know how. When you see a 2 x 72 up close there is nothing to them. Any one here with very limited welding skills and a $100 stick welder or a $120 wire feed flux core welder can make one. Nice build and good way to show you can do it on the cheap. I use to heat treat and forged in my smoker. Get a hot fire and I welded a pipe with some slits in it under the fire box and use a old leaf blower to get the stell up to forge weld temp no problem. Then I still use the gas grill to temper to this day. I just watched to much damn forged in fire season 1 and I had to try. I seen that dude use a cast iron skillet as a forge more or less. I was like damn man anyone can do this. I need to get back to it
You should offer in person courses with like 3 people at a time I’d love to learn more about knife making and start making them for family and friends also, your work is very quality 👍🏼
Ok. Great starting video and yeah I have most of the tools. But you missed three big points, where to get the steel, which steel is recommended for an absolute newb, and what to price the knife if your gonna sell it.
Get 1084 for any of the major knife supply shops. And for new knife makers... probably the best bet is to give them away to family and friends not only for cool gifts, but also for testing.
Hi, newb here. What metal was used? Or what should I use for my first time trying? I have no one to yell at me for using the oven so I should be good messing that up. Great video!
Great Video n Idea behind IT.... Started Out Like that but wouldnt do it Like that again....would buy a cheap beltgrinder to Speed Things Up. Although with Files U learn patience.good Thing when IT comes to knifemaking 😅
I feel ya; in this case I was trying to show that you can make a good knife with really cheap stuff.... I guess you could make an argument that the smaller lighter angle grinder could give you more control for work like this, but idk. All in all I agree with you.
@@RedBeardOps On your glue up, as a helicopter mechanic, I never use anything faster than a 5-minute epoxy for any glue up. I love Harbor Freight for a lot of my tools, but the cheap sharpening stone is cheap, it is cheaply made as well.
I generally do... I feel it's mor important when forging is involved... but normally do even with stock removal ua-cam.com/video/TBIiWwawKSY/v-deo.htmlsi=pM1-dl_Fnyq4QvE0
Based on the title I thought you were using the harbor freight tools for the material not as actual tools 😂 I bought their "fancy" $45 dollar pocket knife made out of whatever that nice high quality steel is and it didn't have a spring in it at all so when opening it or closing it, unless done really slowly, would case the knife to bounce back open. I had closed it and put it in my pocket multiple times to have it open up in my pocket. Didn't notice the second time until it stabbed me in the leg. First time I cut my thumb reaching for it. Quality stuff.
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@@clarencesmith2305 For sure!
To add to your harbor freight list, get a hardwood dolly. The wood that is used is maple, a great all around wood. The bigger the dolly, the more scales available. The large one, in my location, is LESS than $20 and will provide MULTIPLE sets of scales
Good idea!
Ideally you’d go buy the wood elsewhere.. Unless you want the 4 caster wheels for something, that seems wasteful.
The needle file set is super handy. I've used them for so many projects and they hold their edge for quite a while.
They sure do!
This definitively proves the point that fancy tools are not necessary... but also that the skills of the craftman make all the difference.
Thanks for sharing this cool and didactic video!
Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed the build and the concept!
Great concept for a video. There is so many folks trying to get their starts and this really points them in the right direction.
Glad you think so! Thanks man. I agree; getting started can be daunting.
@@RedBeardOps the calculation you had at the end was perfect. I do have to ask, how many hours do you think you had into making that knife, including the buying and design stage?
@@samdahlandsonsforge Man that's a hard one; I'm not a full time maker, so a lot of these project span over the course of a month. It only took me a few hours to get to the store and back. Drew up the knife in about 1 hour and had it traced out in Fusion 360 for the PDF. I think if I had no other obligations, I could have gotten the knife done in one weekend.
@@RedBeardOps oh yeah man for sure. I have thought about doing a “knife cost” video and just explaining the materials, tools, and time cost. I was figuring for beginners between 10- 20 hours depending on tooling and attempts they made with failures.
Great video. My first, and well only knife so far was completely hand made with files, hacksaw, and sanding paper while in Iraq. Heat treat didn't go well, the blade is only RC52 (I tested at the machine shop I work at now). I am so close to getting my shop building cleaned out and ready I can taste it.
Heck yeah man! Best of luck getting your shop going! While I'm sure you'll make higher performing knives in your future; that first knife out of RC52 will hold a special spot in your heart for sure.
This would be an awesome challenge 👏 . This is a great way to get more people into making knives.
Heck yeah! Glad you like it! Cheers
I haven't stopped by the channel in awhile, but being a Harbor Freight addict... color me intrigued.
Nice! Glad you enjoyed this one. My cart always ends up more full than I expected leaving that store!
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Solid stuff, man. Dug it! If you ever end up doing this again, the HFT Central Machinery 1"x30" belt sander can usually be had for ~$30.
Thanks again!
@@christopherzdana9060 100% true! that was actually my "first grinder" --- I decided to go a little more basic on this one, but you're spot on
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Dude, I use that little beast so much. I picked it up years ago and it always finds its way into a project. I'm primarily a woodworker, but enjoy watching blade smithing/knife making as a "one day!", since it's pretty woodworking adjacent with several shared tools and skill sets. Thanks again for the video, I'll be sure to stop by more often. ;)
Man i love this video. I never did anything like this before or even own alot of those tools but ive been watching knife making videos consistently for a year now. Definitely gives me a exact number of what I'll need and what the prices are. This is dope as hell and im sharing this with my buddies!!!!!
Heck yeah! Glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck with your builds sir!
Thanks for posting. It's encouraging. Wayne Goddard said if you got to make knives, nothing stops you. On the other end of the spectrum is the ones who keep buying stuff and making plans, but don't quite get started.
This is true!
This was a phenomenal video. I've purchased few pre-ground blades and made the handles and sheaths, but you've given me the confidence to finally try a blade.
Glad I could help! Good luck with your builds!
i'd like to point out that if you have a granite slab or pane of glass to use as a reference flat, you can glue or tape your sand paper down at the edge to sharpen your knife, works great for chisels and plane irons too
Good point!
I’ve used a piece of black marble tile from HD for years. It still works great, I haven’t broken it yet.
Great video. So many folks think $$ has to get in the easy but I know I started on a literal shoestring budget. Most of my first equipment was Harbor Freight. Heck I still have a bunch of Harbor Freight equipment 👍
So true! Doesn't take much to turn out quality work!
This helped me get some much needed perspective. I already have a 1x30 and a drill press, so I just need an angle grinder and I’ll be good for making knives. I’ll have to be sending them to get heat treated though, which I’m not opposed to
Nothing wrong with that! Good luck with your builds!
This is the first video I've seen from your channel, and I'm ready to watch many more! Some people get all the gear and have no idea, but it was great to see you prove that it can be done on a budget!
Welcome aboard! Glad you enjoyed this one. I enjoy making these type of videos about once a year to show off the low tech ways!
You made my favorite style of skinner. Really the only style of skinner I use. I love the slightly longer handle and the wider blade. Very good Craftsmanship! Thanks for this video!
Glad you like it! Cheers!
Great video. The harbor freight 1x30 belt sander is a fantastic tool for doing your profiles and bevels as well.
100% - Cheers sir!
I have that sander. I wouldn't call it "fantastic". In fact the platen is terrible. I've made a couple of mods to make it better. I did use it for shaping handles on wooden wasters that I used to make. I actually removed the platen for that. Yeah, the main issues are lack of power and a shit platen.
I chuckled to myself when I saw your vise attached to a 2x4 being held by your Wilton vise 😂
Not throwing shade, nice work.
Glad you enjoyed it! lol
Huh! I used to make wooden wasters and the techniques that you use for your scales are exactly the same that I used for the handles on my wasters. I've never made a metal knife but after a couple of your vids, I think I have the skill set and the tools to do a creditable job. Thanks!
Edit: I had to add ... those pins are SICK!
Awesome! Good luck with your build!
I ran my knife shop for 7 years using things from harbor freight. Used the 4x36 belt sander and the $70 drill press. I used to make some really nice knives. Have to improve some things, but I did very well with the set up
For sure! THanks for your comment
That knife looks great!! I would buy that in a heartbeat!!
Simple, yet elegant.
Thank you!
Using your video, I can finally make my own knife. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this! I have been considering getting into this, but the price point was too high, this could get me started as I could slowly build up to bigger tools
Glad it was helpful!
Funny you upload this while I’m searching for videos exactly on this topic. Great video as always. Thank you for these, they’ve been so instrumental in my journey as a knife maker.
Heck yeah, glad they're helpful! They're fun to do... I feel like I should do a "back to basics" build once a year.
@@RedBeardOpsIt's definitely fun watching all the new techniques and tools you've picked up over the years and seeing you grow and share that wisdom.
I'm still making knives using this more basic method. I saved up to get a portaband and swag table, and a wen drill press, but the rest is still angle grinder and a file jig lol.
I'm hoping to get some extra money in June and if I do I'm going to be buying the Brodbeck Grinder kit and then I'll need to learn how to use a 2x72 😅
@@norcalbowhunter3264 Very nice!
@@norcalbowhunter3264 I made a simple wood stand my babsaw sits into. Took me 30 min to build and I cust put a clamp on the trigger. You can grab a saw as low as 100 bucks if you watch. Mine cut railroad Iron like butter. Not even 3 min. It was after market blade but it had no trouble at all. look into building a treadmill 2 x72 grinder.
Good job brother. I use several harbor freight tools. Mostly grinding wheels, clamps etc.
Right on; cheers sir!
holy cannoli 90 second curing epoxy!? You absolute madman lol. I have to do dry runs with 5 minute cure just so I know it'll go somewhat smoothly.
Great premise for a video and outstanding execution. Most of my starting tools came from harbor freight and most of them still serve some purpose 3 years later. Only tool to ever give me a problem was the bauer band saw, but it was quickly replaced under the extended warranty.
Very nice! Glad you enjoyed it. Yeah I should have had my ducks in a better row with that epoxy. I've been running that Baur for like 4 years now; almost surprised it's still going!
Another excellent video! I sourced my granite “surface plate” from a local memorial shop that makes gravestone markers. They had many nice size “falloff” pieces that they were happy to sell me. Mine is 12” x 18” x 1” and I was charged $20 😊
Niccceeee
I like this! This is an excellent example of thinking. Thinking your way from problem to solution, using cheap tools to make symmetry and accuracy.
Subscribed.
Glad you liked it!
If you enjoy making the occasional knife out of "unknownium", those small Habor Freight nail puller/pry bars (the ones about 12 or 15" long) will make a surprisingly good knife. There is enough flat on one to make a knife about the length of the one here. I have made several that look almost identical to that one, and all have been excellent. They sharpen and hold an edge very well. I heated the steel until a magnet no longer would stick to it and quenched in oil. The bars are like $3-$4 dollars.
Very Nice!
Wow! I love it. Beautiful end-result. I love your teaching manner, teaching voice, videography skills. Nice time spent with you in your shop (via UA-cam)
Glad you liked it sir! Cheers!
Great build. Simple, straightforward and nice pratical shape.. all easily manageable except for the furnace.
Glad you like it!
Red Beard any tips on a good 1 burner forge for a beginner? I have 14 knives right now that need heat treating. I refuse to pay someone to do it for me. Any suggestions plz sir? Your videos are awesome love the way you explain the grits of belts used and why you use them!!!!
Well you could make something like this pretty cheap - ua-cam.com/video/lOWbXbBOJhw/v-deo.html
Or get an Atlas Forge - atlasknife.com/product/atlas-mini-forge-v2-stainless/
Or if you want bigger build an Apollo - housemade.us/collections/apollo-forge
A beautiful little knife. Thanks for the idea and the insider pro tips. This would be an excellent camp knife.
Glad you liked it! Cheers!
Great video thanks, you don't need expensive gear to make a great knife as you've shown. I still make a few myself with very little but yeah, love your work.
Glad you liked it! Cheers!
Great video. I appreciate the budget friendly options you showed.
Glad it was helpful!
Entertaining. The 90 second epoxy was a WTF, glad it was you that had to deal with it.
LOL... yeah... I could have done some things to make that easier on myself for sure.... I forgot to clean the scales before mixing it... so that was a big waste of time. I'm surprised it ended good
Un grand merci pour ta vidéo ! J'ai beaucoup appris comme dans ta première vidéo pour débutant. Encore merci et à bientôt !
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Such a good knife for what you used
Thank you!
First time seeing your videos. I did subscribe. Thank you for showing me how to do this with basic tools. Great video.
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it. Good luck with your builds!
*Very well made knife. Also nicer than most shown here. Congratulations! 🙂*
Thank you!
I sure appreciate the cost break down. There are so many how to videos using tools very few can afford. I wonder how many work hours did it take to complete? How many could you make before the tools failed? How much could you sell one for? What are comparable knives selling for?
Glad you enjoyed the video! I could make a knife like this in a weekend. Not sure how many these tools could make, but I bet a ton... How much to sell for is debatable. If you're just starting out it won't be much. I sold most of my first knives for a little over the cost of materials and to friends and family. I don't make comparable knives to this one since my general knives have a much higher level of fit and finish.
Awesome video to help people get into making knives without breaking the bank.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
@@RedBeardOps I always enjoy your videos, brother. We can all pick things up from each other.
I strongly suggest the 4 sided diamond from harbor freight over the stone. The stone is horrible especially if you aren’t very experienced with the correct pressure and holding an angle. It’s super soft and crumbly and dishes out super fast. The diamond doesn’t last super long but it stays flat and removes material well. Definitely worth the few extra dollars
Nice, thanks for the comment!
I love this. Very educational.
I went to HF to get that $14 angle grinder. They were out of that and next 2 cheapest ones. I ended up having to get the $35 and im glad I did. I do a lot of grinding and I'm really tough on my grinders.
Niccceeee
Geeze! The guys that use the carts must have much more understanding wives than me. If I can't carry it all to the counter I better save it for the next day. Amazing video. You always do a great job to cover all the bases. Maybe not heirloom quality but at least $160 of that total spent will be able to be used on the next project with Harbor Freight being Harbor Freight you could possibly knock that down $50 with sales and such over several months. Thanks for another great video!👊
Lol, glad you enjoyed it! Cheers!
Great video. You make it look so easy with expensive tools. You make look even easier with basic tools. Thats what i have tried to use for the last year and a half with no food luck. Its made me lose interest. I have issues with all things i guess. Grinding and bevels. Proper Heat treating and sharpening. I am trying to get back at it. Just moved back in august from michigan to florida. Still trying to work out a work area. Was the shed in michigan but here in florida not much room because my neighbors are closer. We live in a sub with an hoa😢😢
Thank you! Good luck with your craft sir! It takes time to get the nack for sure
Definitely seems like it does. Wish i could share some pictures for some added knowledge.
I built a 2x72 for $35 for my second knife. Treadmill and skate board wheels. I later did spend 40 bucks on a proper set or wheels. It is different from every one else online.. It has Jack shart and the motor is geared down 2-1. 7200 motor cut in half about a 4 in drive for the sander belt it runs about 3,600fps like most real belt grinders. It has profiled a lot of blades in those 7 to 8 years ago. Even have a 10 in profile wheel made from a rubber wheel tire 2 in wide. I made a walnut pipe today I turned on the lathe but I used that grinder on it. I use it to sharpen my hss turning tools too. Very seldom a day goes by it is not on. It has ran as much as 4 hrs straight more times than I can count. People can take little and make something nice. You just need a little know how. When you see a 2 x 72 up close there is nothing to them. Any one here with very limited welding skills and a $100 stick welder or a $120 wire feed flux core welder can make one. Nice build and good way to show you can do it on the cheap.
I use to heat treat and forged in my smoker. Get a hot fire and I welded a pipe with some slits in it under the fire box and use a old leaf blower to get the stell up to forge weld temp no problem. Then I still use the gas grill to temper to this day. I just watched to much damn forged in fire season 1 and I had to try. I seen that dude use a cast iron skillet as a forge more or less. I was like damn man anyone can do this. I need to get back to it
Very cool!
You should offer in person courses with like 3 people at a time I’d love to learn more about knife making and start making them for family and friends also, your work is very quality 👍🏼
Thanks for the comment! maybe one day!
Bravo 👏 Superb craftsmanship .💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Thanks!
That was an absolute badass awesome!! You've made a beautiful piece of cutlery!
Thank you very much!
Ok. Great starting video and yeah I have most of the tools. But you missed three big points, where to get the steel, which steel is recommended for an absolute newb, and what to price the knife if your gonna sell it.
Get 1084 for any of the major knife supply shops. And for new knife makers... probably the best bet is to give them away to family and friends not only for cool gifts, but also for testing.
Quite a beautiful job I must say.
Thank you!
Beautiful knife! Love the chunky handle 😊
Thanks!
Very cool ,this old boomer is gonna try it ,THANKS.
Good luck with your build!
My absolute favorite pattern knife! That’s a beauty!
Thank you!
Great technique. The knife looks beautiful 👏👏
Thank you!
Hi, newb here. What metal was used? Or what should I use for my first time trying? I have no one to yell at me for using the oven so I should be good messing that up.
Great video!
I suggest using 1084 to start. It's a forgiving steel to work with.
Wow that’s very impressive Sir!! Cool camp knife!!
Glad you liked it!
Perfect! Great job, thanks.
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Thie is an AWESOME tutorial!!! Thank you for doing this!!!!
Glad it was helpful!
I'd love to try this, but I think I need more videos on the whole heat treating and cooling the steel side of things:) HA!
Good luck with your build!
Heat Treating = ua-cam.com/video/TBIiWwawKSY/v-deo.html
Great Video n Idea behind IT.... Started Out Like that but wouldnt do it Like that again....would buy a cheap beltgrinder to Speed Things Up. Although with Files U learn patience.good Thing when IT comes to knifemaking 😅
For sure! Cheers
great video, always wanted to know how to make a knife
Glad it helped!
Question, I’m hoping to get started making soon. How’s the 1084 edge retention and hardness when heat treated like this?
I've had great success with the performance of 1084. I think you'll be pleased.
I like the beginners video. One question... where did the steel blank come from? An HF tool, or special order? Thanks.
You'll need to order the 1080/1084 online. Here is an amazon link to some steel - amzn.to/470cr64
Many knife supply shops sell it as well
Can you use old motor oil for the quench.
I would advise against it. Canola is cheap, cleaner, and will not throw-off potentially harmful fumes.
Great job, James! And congrats on the 100k subs!
Thanks so much!
What is the steel you started with and where do you get it?
Very nice thank you.
1084 and you can find it all over. Look at pops knife supply and alpha knife supply
I would suggest upgrading the angle grinder to the 7amp version. It will add another 15 bucks or so, but that 4.3 amp grinder is more toy than tool.
I feel ya; in this case I was trying to show that you can make a good knife with really cheap stuff.... I guess you could make an argument that the smaller lighter angle grinder could give you more control for work like this, but idk. All in all I agree with you.
I would like a pdf on the knife you made with harbor freight tool's just starting out knife making
Check the video description for the link
always love these videos. "I used all harbor freight stuff!" - proceeds to use many things they did not get there.
Glad you like them! ....
Have you ever used Mesquite for scales? I'm thinking about using it for my first knife.
Hmmmm I've never tried!
@@RedBeardOps On your glue up, as a helicopter mechanic, I never use anything faster than a 5-minute epoxy for any glue up. I love Harbor Freight for a lot of my tools, but the cheap sharpening stone is cheap, it is cheaply made as well.
Very nicely done. Thanks for sharing
Thank you! Cheers!
Great Video. Do you "Normalize" your knives?
I generally do... I feel it's mor important when forging is involved... but normally do even with stock removal
ua-cam.com/video/TBIiWwawKSY/v-deo.htmlsi=pM1-dl_Fnyq4QvE0
Great concept and great project/video.
Thank you! Cheers!
Harbor freight has a belt grinder. I think it's $60. It was when I got it. It could use some modifications. A mirror speed control of nice
Good option to start out! Probably a little fast, but I bet it can get the job done
I completely understand, agree with, and relate to your sentiments of always spending more money in Harbor Freight than planned! 😂
It's a thing for sure! lol
which steel did you take for the project, i missed that on the final list.
I used a bar of 1084 and HF tools to make the knife.
Very impressd...good job
Glad you enjoyed it!
Have you tried using one of the files from harbor freight to make a blade?
I haven't, but I bet they could
Well done!
Thank you!
Terrific Video! Thanks for Sharing!
Glad you liked it! Cheers!
Great video
Thanks!
Man I really appreciate your videos
Glad you like them!
This was an excellent video, thank you!!
Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers!
Based on the title I thought you were using the harbor freight tools for the material not as actual tools 😂 I bought their "fancy" $45 dollar pocket knife made out of whatever that nice high quality steel is and it didn't have a spring in it at all so when opening it or closing it, unless done really slowly, would case the knife to bounce back open. I had closed it and put it in my pocket multiple times to have it open up in my pocket. Didn't notice the second time until it stabbed me in the leg. First time I cut my thumb reaching for it. Quality stuff.
That would make for a good video! I bet I could find something to make a decent knife out of in HF
It looks nice to me. I'm surprised you didn't get that 1x30 belt sander. It would've made life easier, and they're pretty cheap at Harbor Freight.
This is true! I wanted to go more basic this round, but for sure a better option
I thought you were going to make a knife FROM harbor freight tools. 😅
hahaha, yeah... probably should have done that; maybe next time!
Outstanding video very informative 👌 Rick from SoCal
Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers!
Very very very NICE! Thank YOU!
Glad you like it!
Great guide J
Glad you enjoyed it!
How think is the blank steel you used on this knife?
Sorry I should have said that. It's 1/8th steel
Nice video I love it❤
I'm glad you like it!
@@RedBeardOps I will try to make it one day
Great video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very nice knife I would buy that if I could
Thanks! Glad you like it!
Hermoso trabajo. Ahora lo que jamas entiendo es porque desperdiciar tanto adhesivo.😬
¡Gracias! Sí... No estaba planeando usar este adhesivo en nada más... ¡seguro que tenía demasiado! ¡Salud!
What insulation material is used in de glass door of the toaster oven?
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You have to love the vise in a vise. Lol I get you was trying to make a point of you sing the cheap tools but that was funny
LOL, I know right?!