Now this is what I like, making simple, but useful things, as usually only on your YT. Really love watching your videos and learning something new from you
What I REALLY like about this channel is that, although you are obviously a very good practitioner and craftsman, your tools are really quite basic and traditional. I understand this is a conscious choice, but the lack of a hydraulic press or fancy belt-grinder shows me that I can actually do meaningful work in my little hobby workshop without spending silly money. I really value the approach you have and I think it could work for me. Very inspiring, and I predict this channel will grow and grow.
Thank you Eric! You’re right that the simple toolset is a conscious decision for myself mainly, but I have been acutely aware of how helpful it can be to show folks that much can be done with little as you pointed out. Thanks for watching and for your thoughts!
I'm amazed that you can find the small parts in the leaf pile between stones so quickly. I would have given up before even looking because it enters the void of the abyss territory never to return.
Wonderful video, Jordan and Bo! Very interesting course of procedure for this. I never considered punching the rag out of the hold from the back side! Genius! Also, using the hack saw to cut away material for the handle’s tenon first was a great idea that’s wouldn’t have crossed my mind. Was the handle’s decoration done entirely cold or did we miss part of the heat at the beginning?
Once again, you have proven to do very good work! ... But, the true test of whether the cabinet-latch was done perfectly, is when they are placed on the cabinet-doors.
Thanks, but I disagree. As long as everything is lined up properly by me as it was, installation will be a test of the installer’s abilities to install properly. 😁 If it doesn’t work properly, that will be the installer’s fault in this case.
Awesome project I was wondering if you have a good source for a brass rule like you used in this video I had one just like it and loved it I had it in back pocket and it snapped I cannot find them anywhere thanks for your time
Man, I don’t! This is an antique Starrett No. 462 Blacksmith’s Rule, and folds out to 24”. They are not cheap, but you can find them on eBay occasionally. I think it would bend before snapping.
Now this is what I like, making simple, but useful things, as usually only on your YT. Really love watching your videos and learning something new from you
Thank you Petr! I like complicated projects too, but simple ones are special in their own way.
Great Job
Thanks!
..Well done sir. i learn every video you make. Kudos to the camera/man,woman,person...!!
Thank you! Bo is doing an amazing job on the videos!
What I REALLY like about this channel is that, although you are obviously a very good practitioner and craftsman, your tools are really quite basic and traditional. I understand this is a conscious choice, but the lack of a hydraulic press or fancy belt-grinder shows me that I can actually do meaningful work in my little hobby workshop without spending silly money. I really value the approach you have and I think it could work for me. Very inspiring, and I predict this channel will grow and grow.
Thank you Eric! You’re right that the simple toolset is a conscious decision for myself mainly, but I have been acutely aware of how helpful it can be to show folks that much can be done with little as you pointed out. Thanks for watching and for your thoughts!
I do believe keeping the traditions of our past ways speaks volumes knowing how things were done and done beautifully!!💪🏼🙏🏻❤️
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make them. I learn something from each one.
Thank you for taking the time to comment, let alone to watch! Merry Christmas!
I'm amazed that you can find the small parts in the leaf pile between stones so quickly. I would have given up before even looking because it enters the void of the abyss territory never to return.
Haha! I was expecting it and watched it’s flight path closely😂
I’ve ran more than one on- looker from my shop with flying HOT pieces. At least the smoke makes it easier to find...😅
Great video sir, looks like a cool little project to do.
Thank you Eric!
Very beautiful design. I really like that. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Forge on. Keep making. God bless.
Thank you Jared!
Well done!! We’ve all made that mistake, I know I have on a handful of occasions😁🤣🙏🏻❤️💪🏼👍🏻
Well done, that come out very nice!
Thank you!
Hello, i justvyesterday foundvyour channel and so please i did. I do 18 th and 19th century smithing and you do a great job at it. Good on your head😊
Thank you!
underrated.
Haha thanks
Great video. Beautiful work.
Well done.
Thank you!
Красота именно в простых вещах, кузнечный проектах. Было бы неплохо выковать ложку, вилку, штопор... Спасибо за ручной труд))
Love the channel. My new favorite blacksmith. God bless and merry Christmas
Haha thank you and Merry Christmas!
What a great build. Really enjoy your videos.
Thank you Andrew! Merry Christmas!
Great video with lots of tips, nice job!
Thank you!
Wonderful video, Jordan and Bo! Very interesting course of procedure for this. I never considered punching the rag out of the hold from the back side! Genius! Also, using the hack saw to cut away material for the handle’s tenon first was a great idea that’s wouldn’t have crossed my mind. Was the handle’s decoration done entirely cold or did we miss part of the heat at the beginning?
Thank you Josh! If I remember correctly I did that decoration hot. Have to go watch that part and see if my memory is jogged.
Once again, you have proven to do very good work! ... But, the true test of whether the cabinet-latch was done perfectly, is when they are placed on the cabinet-doors.
Thanks, but I disagree. As long as everything is lined up properly by me as it was, installation will be a test of the installer’s abilities to install properly. 😁 If it doesn’t work properly, that will be the installer’s fault in this case.
Awesome project I was wondering if you have a good source for a brass rule like you used in this video I had one just like it and loved it I had it in back pocket and it snapped I cannot find them anywhere thanks for your time
Man, I don’t! This is an antique Starrett No. 462 Blacksmith’s Rule, and folds out to 24”. They are not cheap, but you can find them on eBay occasionally. I think it would bend before snapping.
If some one was to forge a pair of those big shears, what would you suggest the stock be? Do you think a leaf spring would be good?
I personally would forge them in mild steel and laminate high carbon on for the cutting edges. But leaf springs would be great too!