The Road To Mastersmith Part 1- Forging a Damascus Double-Edge Integral Bowie 🔥
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Will, if I don't watch your videos for a while, I forget what an engaging and naturally funny personality you have and what a talented bladesmith you are. That's what makes your videos so enjoyable to watch.
Your sponsor is a scam. A scam exposed many years ago. I thought it was common knowledge they were a scam.
Alec and Will drop real bladesmithing videos on the same day, we eat well tonight
Kyle Royer, Alec Steele and now Will Stelter, happy days.
except that Alec only makes nonsense crap now.
When I started watching you, you looked like a kid making blades on youtube. Now you're all grown up and going for your master test. It's been a fun journey to follow. I'm sure you'll kill it at the testing, can't wait to watch!
He is still young and going for a mastersmith rating...... Shows that the "mastersmith rating" is not actually worth all that much.
I know such a controversial comment.
@@miked.9364Have you never heard the term "He's a Protégé". I'm sure that has never been said about you, but it is a real thing.
@miked.9364 why isn't the mastersmith rating not worth very much? You still have to invest several years to even to test for it and then you still have to prove yourself to other mastersmiths who are going to be evaluating your show knives. If someone who puts 10 years of effort from the ages of 15-25 somehow different than someone else who puts their 10 years of effort from 35-45? I'd be willing to bet the younger guy actually learns more because it's easier to learn new things at a younger age than an older age. I also think your comment about it not being worth much is because you are salty that you'll never attain it.
@@cae2487 they are all youtubers.
@@miked.9364it seems that you have a misconception of what the title "Master Smith" means. In the ABS earning your M.S. rating means that you have demonstrated a sufficient mastery of the necessary skills and techniques needed to meet a criteria of fit, finish, and function. M.S. does not mean that you have nothing left to learn. Quite to the contrary. I have spoken to a handful of Master Smiths, and every single one of them said, in their own words that earning the M.S. rating was just a milestone on the journey, not the end. I would challenge you to make 12 knives of various types. Then revisit your comment.
the pile of steel that has accumulated on your surface grinder is AWESOME
That Damascus pattern alone is going to be crazy!! Never thought of doing twist Damascus like that.
I've not watched a Will vid in a while and I've got to say - the video quality and editing is fantastic. Sound editing and narration is perfect. What a great video 👍👍
Video quality and editing matters so much. I love ilya and matt from that works but it took them sooooo long to get good at editing etc after they left awe me and it was painful.
Saaaaweeeettt
It take skill and hard work, you have both. 2x👍
Man, that is one seriously ambitious project, testing every single one of your skills. Looking great so far, and I hope you’re satisfied with the way the pattern turns out.
By the way, most of us truly appreciate the videos of your “field trips” that give you eyes-on and hands-on inspiration for your projects (that rifle barrel is just gorgeous, a word I don’t use very often). If you have any unused footage, is there enough to maybe make a Short, or even another full video? There’s so much cool stuff in museums that most of us never get to see and if it weren’t for you, we’d never know it existed.
I know that you worked with Alec for a long time but tbh your content is so much better than his current stuff. His whole schtick recently of "look a tool, I'm gonna make it!" is so tired vs his older more original content.
I am SO stoked for this series. This blade is already looking incredible.
Awesome design Will! Can't wait to see it finished. Keep up the great work and God Bless!
Hopefully, Ep.2 comes to us quickly!!
7:42 what a thorough explanation of what borax does! I’ve seen sticky metal a few times watching your and Alec’s videos, but I always thought (without any evidence) that metal just sticks to metal sometimes when you pound two pieces together
I know you know the Royer family, and the insane work they create, i bet that even you can still learn from how Kyle does his work.
He released a new sword build the other day, and again he shows how he does the little details, i instantly thought of you because i feel you are of a similar type of perfectionist as he is.
So i'd say, head over there for a self-tease and for inspiration to get that masters title :)
Do i think you need it? heck no, do i think you will appreciate the little details he shows? heck yeah!
Now go get that Master smith degree Will, we're not only rooting for you, we know you can do it!
Strange. I'm watching people forgewelding on UA-cam for years now and no one ever mentioned that borax makes the steel sticky and that that "glass" residue may cause problems.
Yet this week Will is the second blade Smith who mentions this after Kyle Royer had some issues when he was forced to use some flux due to some cold shuts in one of his billets.
That is a good-looking design you are making. The large piercings are definitely not common but should look nice on the finished knife. You definitely have the skills to become a master smith, and I expect you will get it your first try.
Started watching your vids when ya got started with Alec, but I quickly became a fan and sincerely enjoy the way you do your vids and explain stuff, it's easier for my brain to wrap around and understand, I've learned alot and thank you for that. Your awesome dude, can't wait to see how this turns out, good luck on the test.
Josh Smith is the youngest to ever pass the Master Smith test at age 19.
Nicely done, don’t doubt your ability. Charge forward, you can do it 😎👍
Will, it is very nice to hear "As a Christian" coming out of my speakers on a YT video. Thank you for pointing out your belief and devotion to Him. Sadly, this is a more and more rare thing in the world today. Just wanted to let you know that it is so good to have such an influential young man who is not ashamed to mention his faith on a platform that seems to historically make things harder to achieve if you are a person of faith. Good luck on your Master's testing.
maybe he should make a bris knife.
Please don't mix religion threw this beautiful crafted films of fantastic craftsmanship. Please keep it neutral. Artisans are declining quickly so if you want to reverse that you have to reach everyone instead of that declining group of Christians.
Bueno 🔥🔪
The thing I love about watching videos from guys like you, Will, is that you impart tiny little bits of knowledge in most of your forging videos. For example, the part in this one, where you mentioned that you were looking for the darker spots where the forge welding wouldn't be set, yet. I myself had noticed it in previous videos, due to the phenomenal job Elijah does with his own craft, and presumed that it was what I was seeing, but having someone who actually knows what they're doing confirming my theory was a great addition. Can't wait to see this bad boy finished!
Great job. Thank you 😊
Love that you keep working on your skills, the items you have made over the years show your passion and its only going to get better.
Appendix Carry for the WIN!!!!😁The video is also nice!!
This is going to be awesome!
exciting stuff!
That looks like it would be nearly impossible to make that area between the guard and the ricasso look good. It'll be interesting to see how it turns out.
My goodness, the amount of work already put into that billet....
If you wanna make God laugh, tell HIM, your plan. When HE stops giggling that's when we learn. You've got this because you have help...
Don't fret about Valentine's Day bud... I'm 39 and have celebrated precisely zero Valentine's Days with a girl. I've dated... just coincidentally not around V-Day and no relationship ever lasted more than a few months. It works for some but not all.
Do y'all knife-making UA-cam content creators conspire with each other or something? Kyle Royer, Alec Steele, and Will Stelter all putting out videos within a few hours of each other? What a great Friday.
Hour long videos please sir. ASMR, sounds of the shop. America, Fuck yeah! 💪🙏🤣
It's been an awesome journey watching you grow and improve your craft. Super fun! Can't wait for the rest. Good luck
Good luck Will. It's always nerve wracking going for a promotion!
Amazing looking forward to the next video 👊. Thanks for sharing Will.
Will. Have you ever use Stainless Steel Clamps to make your Damascus? Instead of welding all the Time? This would been awesome to use Clamps on the last part of you Knife
I would love to see a video explaining your top knife brand recommendations. Can be 1 or 2 or ten. While I would love to buy a 2k kitchen knife off yoy that might be a bit outside my budget...
Great work Will! Though it really comes as no surprise; you are consistently exceptional in your vision and execution. I most certainly appreciate your openness in professing, and sharing your faith. In this current environment, it seems as though many are so critically hostile to those who follow the path of the word. Glad to see that you do not lack the courage of your convictions! Stay strong! May The Most High Creator continue blessing you on your journey. Be well.
Although I don't think you need it, I will be praying for you brother. You definitely deserve to be a Master Smith. It's inspiring to watch you work and makes me want to become a better bladesmith. Thank you for such incredible content and I can't wait to see the process for the whole set.
That gun barrel was beautiful, but I hope they were only shooting low load/small caliber in it, because the pattern shows that they didn't wrap the ribbons around the mandrel to make it: they laid them in wavy patterns down the length of the mandrel and welded them, which means they saved A TON of material... but made it far weaker than a western Damascus barrel.
I haven't watched this whole video yet but we all know he's a sure fire to pass this. He's been a master for a while. The knowledge and technique he demonstrates in every video gives me the highest confidence he will walk this.
Maybe not walk... You know what I mean.
Whatever comes, try to take this as a massive chance to learn and experiment, pushing what you know and can learn as much as you can.
If you pass, great... but if not, then at least you will have learned as much as possible during the process to apply next time.
Easy does not make you Master. You know the parameters, you need to meet and you have both the tools and the skills to get there. Be persistent, don't quit - and you will become a Master. 👍👍👍
@02:28 That barrel pattern looks like an alternating left/right handed quarter turn. Reheating straight layers in stages to match the previous symmetry. Heavily acid etched, then file carved to deepen groove patterns.
Have you watch Essential Craftsman with their power hammers . You should see the knife displayed on his video .
Did you just casually name drop Jason Knight as your "friend" lol
I sure do look up to you Will. You strive for perfection and have one heck of an imagination! And you aren't afraid to tell the world who you are! Keep it up! I know you don't need any luck for your master smith test so I'm not gonna say it.
Can you buy both steels in different size pipe? Slide them into each other and forge weld a circular pattern? The pattern on the gun barrel almost looked like unrounded circles.
It’s incredible how finished your raw forging looks
Me: Hey Will, why do you need a 500lb vice anyway?
Will: 8:52
Me: Say no more.
you cant say Will gives no flux. he give so much flux it sticks to the dies. Now thats how you fluxing care for your forge welds.
When Will says its gonna look nice, its going to look awesome
Dude! You act like this is something you have never done. This is just another in a long line of masterpieces slowly taking shape! Can't wait to see the next steps!
The design is cool and all but I think a pizza cutter would be a game changer 😂 🤪🤪🤪
You are definitely up for the challenge. Good luck. You got this.
The whole idea of someone simply passing a test to claim yourself a master of craft seems pointless to me. Being a master isn't about that at all, it requires decades of experience and overcoming unknown amount of challenges before someone is truly a master of his craft
I hope you get became a master, cuz you stud hard your craft and they look awesome
Good luck will
Ah, now I remember why I skipped this video. Bad sponsor.
why not try something different. I'd like to see a large chef knife, the French style made of pattern welded stainless. or maybe an interesting crucible steel.
Now THAT is a slick segue to a sponsor-read! Well played sir!
Great knife. Fantastic to see your journey. Thanks for sharing
I wish you the best of luck with your Mastersmith testing. Stay safe.
Good luck on the build! Amazing so far!!
If you ever get the chance, i think it would be so cool if you went to visit Alec and make something in his shop together now that he's moved back across the pond
Hey will, fist off love your stuff, second if you need a little giant power hammer, I know one for sale in Minnesota
Really cool just how close to the end dimension you got the blade forged to. It already looks like a knife.
I am looking forward to the rest of this project and those to follow. Good Luck!
Hey found the channel! Good to see you’re doing your thing and continuing smithing Will
Fantastic that you talk more about the details of making the knife.
Will, this is insane! Cant wait for the next episode!
Your segues from knife making to sponsor read are always on point.
A big monkey wrench for twisting/ Ben a while since have seen one.
Need to stick with the knife making and less with the preaching
It would be interesting to see a blade that does not hit a single criteria for master blade smith but still has the same amount of effort. Like the best worst blade.
Well done Will, becoming a true master of a great art. You are an example to most other young men
Glad to see him come this far from the "i suck at forging" comment he made years ago.
can you straighten the bend test and re-heat treat it and still use it? minus the nostalgia of passing a bend test...
So excited to follow this journey!
The only thing that worries me is how the hole int he handle will affect the comfort of the grip when using it
You got this.
Your awesome Will, love your channel.
If you pull this bowie off it is going to be epic 🙀😹😹😹
Is it normal for someone your age to test for their master smith or are you on the younger end?
If only there was a title for hand sanding ...
This is going to be an epic build series!
Knife is looking good so far hope it keeps on going well for you.
Looking great so far. Good luck!
So am i wrong in that this is part 1 of the first blade in a set of 5?
God this is relieving super satisfying
No one transitions into a ad read like you will. 😂
Please stop being sponsored by better help
Better help is kinda scammy
This is going to be a good journey 👍🤙🤘
Great content thanks for sharing
Looking fwrd to episode 2😊
Per ardua ad astra. Just keep at it, man!
Can't wait to see how this turns out!