Hoffman Reproductions

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@julianfinegan9852 2 күн бұрын

Where can i get a stock the same as that?

@HoffmanReproductions 2 күн бұрын

The Rifle Shoppe. They have a website. Great place for parts!

@olafneumann5930 4 күн бұрын

Oh bummer ...he died....and left some papers.... alder blackthorn....long known.... made in slowenia ? ...no Turkey. Stop quoting dead people's papers......aging 3 years ...no commercial companies could bridge this... now it it railroad carts heated all around for 8hrs ?.....useless channel let me quote a australian channel - goan...google the rest.

@HoffmanReproductions 4 күн бұрын

Well no ones making you watch or comment. FYI, Mr. Knight was regarded as one of the highest minds in the business of black powder.

@ronaldrobertson2332 5 күн бұрын

When I was in "The Hobby" back during the 125th anniversary, I used to own an original 1842 Springfield, the lockplate dated 1850. Unfortunately, I had to sell it to get through tough times. It was a fine musket, using it for reenacting and living history events. This was at a time before reproduction smoothbore muskets could be acquired and was envied by my pards in Holme's Brigade, U.S. Volunteers.

@HoffmanReproductions 5 күн бұрын

Nice! Understandable… Hopefully you can get another one day.

@ronaldrobertson2332 5 күн бұрын

That cap box should be on your right-hand side of the belt, as per regulations (Scott's Infantry Tactics 1861).

@NeuKrofta 7 күн бұрын

That is a fine reproduction sir. If there was a sword I would want, it'd be a reproduction of Benjamin Churches sword. Do you have any information on what armor he wore? It is my understanding the early colonists were pretty heavily armored at first but as time went on supplies of it was scarce. What armor would they have worn in King Phillips War?

@Highfliershooters 8 күн бұрын

Good video. I live in a humid area. Would I need to wait until the humidity is down outside?

@andreweden9405 13 күн бұрын

Landing at Vincennes Indiana among the assembled Indiana and Kentucky Militia prior to the Battle of Tippecanoe, November 1811- “Many of these militia spoke the French language; their dress was a short frock of deer-skin, a belt around their bodies, with a tomahawk and scalping knife attached to it, and were nearly as destitute of discipline as the savages themselves. The militia from Kentucky and a few companies of Indiana were decent soldiers, yet the large knife and hatchet which constituted a part of their equipment, with their dress, gave them rather a savage appearance. The hatchet, however, was found to be a very useful article on the march - they had no tents but with their hatchets would in a short time form themselves a shelter from the weather, on encamping at night.” -Adam Walker, A Journal of Two Campaigns of the Fourth Regiment of U.S. Infantry in the Michigan and Indiana Territories Under the Command of Col. John P. Boyd and Lt. Col. James Miller During the Years 1811 and 12, (Keene, N.H.: Sentinel Press, 1816).

@HoffmanReproductions 12 күн бұрын

@@andreweden9405 Good stuff! Thank you for sharing!

@andreweden9405 12 күн бұрын

@HoffmanReproductions , You're welcome! You can see that the writer is seemingly using the words tomahawk and "hatchet" interchangeably.

@HoffmanReproductions 12 күн бұрын

Indeed! I have also come by that in period writings.

@rebeccaback3287 14 күн бұрын

Verry interesting history about the knife! Like all of the content! David Back.

@RAYANDERS-w4t 19 күн бұрын

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@joerussell9574 20 күн бұрын

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@johnfox511 21 күн бұрын

just found your video, i am having a problem with granulating, what is your thickening media. what is the wood powder you added?

@HoffmanReproductions 18 күн бұрын

@@johnfox511 It’s called quebracho bark. You can find it on Etsy. If you corn or press your powder, it’s not necessary to use.

@lynn9176 22 күн бұрын

The rivers in that area are called licking because of all the salt and the Bison use to lick the salt

@steveandrews8301 27 күн бұрын

Is my math right? : For a 1/4 lb recipe, you said you use 3 oz. potassium nitrate, 0.6 oz. charcoal, 0.5 oz.sulfur. This equals 63% potassium nitrate, 20% charcoal, and 17% sulfur, correct? How did you decide on and come up with these ratios? Thanks. Great video.

@HoffmanReproductions 12 күн бұрын

For this, I cut the 1/2 lbs recipe in half. Thank you for watching!

@steveandrews8301 10 күн бұрын

@ The ratios of the three ingredients is what I’m talking about, though. Those aren’t common ratios you’re using, are they? I’m new at this. Thanks.

@joemolf3894 28 күн бұрын

Nice work Ben! You do a fantastic job building those Bess Flinters

@HoffmanReproductions 28 күн бұрын

@@joemolf3894 Thank you most kindly!

@juancarlosmolina3097 29 күн бұрын

buen video feliz año nuevo

@HoffmanReproductions 28 күн бұрын

Thank you. You as well!

@MrRourk 29 күн бұрын

The Roach is also a good one

@johnndavis7647 29 күн бұрын

The tomahawk was developed at the request of the native American then the whites adopted it. What did the natives do with the belt axe? They made figure four traps with it. They broke up sqaw wood with it for the campfire They butchered game with it They made meat drying and smoking racks. Basically they cut a lot of small saplings with it. Most things they built could be made of 2" saplings. That's why the blade widths were 2 to 2-1/2" wide. The use as a weapon goes without saying

@johnndavis7647 29 күн бұрын

Of the 82 belt axes about 20% had blades of 2" or less. What was the average size?

@johnndavis7647 29 күн бұрын

There were generally two kinds of knives seen on the frontier. Most common was some variety of imported knife or trade knife. These came in various sizes and shapes. Old Hickory brand still sells many of the old patterns. In that time the blades were shipped to the colonies in barrels without handles. Local wood, bone or antler was used for handle material. The other knives were blacksmith made knives generally made out of old files. These were the "long knives" that many of the early hunters preferred. Some hunters and trappers used factory made knives modified to suit themselves. See the Nessmuck knife as an example. Thanks for the video.

@RobnPhx1 Ай бұрын

This is informative content. Thank you. New subscriber here.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

@@RobnPhx1 Thanks so much! Welcome aboard!

@claudiofabianruiz-o9k Ай бұрын

It's true, that's what there was. But in those times they put knives in his hands and what we see today, they would throw that knife in the trash. Let's be realistic.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

Say that again. Not following ya.

@claudiofabianruiz-o9k Ай бұрын

@@HoffmanReproductionsThey are like friction and carbon steel knives. Nowadays my grandfather sees today's knives and the one that he used all his life he throws in the trash. Let's be honest, that knife he showed is a knife that is not even fuul tang. They are kitchen knives. Today they are far surpassed in terms of construction and quality. Greetings. Don't be offended, there are tools that used to be better and more durable. But that knife is what I told you about.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

Not offended at all. Yes, you most likely could find a knife made today that would have tougher steel and be made more robust. However, these knives do hold their own in the woods & field. They are made of 1095 tool steel, and have been triple tempered. They were made cheaply originally during the 1700’s but not of junk as that would have made for no return customers. All good though, and I do thank you for sharing.

@claudiofabianruiz-o9k Ай бұрын

@@HoffmanReproductions I am 61 years old and I am a knife smith. I know what you are talking about. Personally I prefer a piece of 1095 steel over the more modern powder steel of the so-called high-end Golg such as a VG10. because I am nostalgic and simple things still work. But I recognize that today there are knives made of excellent steel. I still use a friction razor. You think it's the same as always. But as I say, there are better things. I forge knives the old school. With a hammer blow and leave the blades showing the forging. People look for machine-made blades. Polished. Without marks! Don't let them rust because they don't have our culture of taking care of a carbon steel blade! I explain myself. A hug, best regards and I hope you have not misinterpreted my words.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

@ All good. 🙂 I forge knives much the same way. Have a wonderful evening Sir.

@paullambert4445 Ай бұрын

Thanks. I studied history and restore old knives and tools. I love my Green River hunter that I re-handled. This knife was also used on the frontier as a trade item. Made by the same company in the same place since 1834. 🎸🔪

@HoffmanReproductions 28 күн бұрын

Very cool! Thanks for sharing!

@Muleeardave Ай бұрын

I love this, but i didn't see it on your sight. Are they available? I have one now I got from crazy crow a couple of years ago but I would love to have one that is actually usable.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

@@Muleeardave Thank you! No, sold out of them right now. Please feel free to check back later.

@Pbee-p6d Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, man.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@Muleeardave Ай бұрын

That is a beautiful belt, axe. Awesome video. Thank you for sharing.

@moderntentcamping Ай бұрын

I enjoyed this video and another similar video on trade knives you recently posted. Hope you continue talking about these knives and perhaps other early pioneer style knives. I have bought and used many different knives in our kitchen - looking for the best all-purpose food-prep kitchen knives. I have found that my favorite knives have 1095 steel, straight back, 5-6 inch long blades, 3/32 inch thick spines, full flat grind, & full bellies. Your trade knife featured in this video looks like it has most, if not all, of these features. I have found that knives with these features can easily and safely cut large roasts and fruit, chop tough cabbage & dense root vegetables, mince onions, peppers & garlic, and slice delicate tomatoes & fresh baked breads. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

@@moderntentcamping Thank you! Yes indeed, they are very handy for those tasks. Will be doing more videos on knives for sure.

@JamesWilliams-he4lb Ай бұрын

The butcher/scalper looks particularly good with that pistol grip. Love it.

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

@@JamesWilliams-he4lb Thanks so much!

@kren1101 Ай бұрын

I've made about 15 knives by now, and for some reason I still can't get these right lol

@HoffmanReproductions 28 күн бұрын

Keep at! Thanks for watching!

@integratedalchemist Ай бұрын

I prefer a small puukko style knife and an axe or hatchet, I've made and used knives of all sorts and way prefer a smaller finer knife for eating, carving, and making shavings. Unless you're wanting to cut out the weight of a axe, or use it for defense, I've never had reason enough to carry a bush knife

@david6920-r6z Ай бұрын

Great video thanks 🇺🇸 🇳🇿

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@Atheistbatman Ай бұрын

Check out the Condor Trader Dag. If not familiar it’s like a miniature gladious. I think it’s very functional as SD. Got one for a table piece but it’s still as useful for that purpose as any other blade today Have a good New Year

@HoffmanReproductions 28 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@208man Ай бұрын

Has anyone used coconut charcoal? And if so, results?

@markwalker4485 Ай бұрын

I agree with you history and knife. But remember not everyone back then needed a knife to fight and used a much different style of knife. In the 18th century French Voyageurs liked the same size of blade. About 5” but the profile was much thicker in the belly and point not as “pointy “. Not pulling anything about history. Your Daniel Boone in 1734 never seen the Rocky Mountains but by then the Voyageurs had forts and towns in places too hard for most people could wish to live in. If it works type in “Canadian knife”. IF there was ever a perfect knife it’s the Canadian style. And no! Even in the most oldest people I know no matter there life. No one remembers needing to smack/smash a knife to split wood. I remember talking to my parents about Mors Kochanki and the Scandinavian knife and dad made sure I followed all the rules. Trust me your knife is easier to sharpen. And you will eat better with it than a Scandinavian style. Sorry just needed to share some knife history

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

All good! Thank you for sharing. Yes indeed, a 2nd video on a French/Canadian Trade Knife should most likely be made. It would be a close 2nd and in some regions of the USA during the 1700's, 1st in terms of numbers of them traded. Both good knives used in large numbers back then.

@rtcoleman3626 Ай бұрын

Cottonell comfort toilet paper works very well for charcoal

@RobertoBarrale-od6kf Ай бұрын

The father of Bowie knives

@jedsparks7324 Ай бұрын

Similar style knife to the south American gaucho

@kenyoung976 Ай бұрын

I’m very curious. Next to “TACTICAL”, I believe “BUSHCRAFT” is the second most prolific term in the marketplace. Can Bushcraft be distinctly defined or is it just the latest craze? When I see advertisements for “TACTICAL underwear “ but see nothing tactical or strategic in the product, I want to scream. I see many knives being described as bushcraft, but not seeing any huge differences from the “hunting” knives I grew up with. I’m 68. I appreciate any information that my simple brain may be overlooking. Nice video and great reenactment costume/equipment. 👍👍

@HoffmanReproductions Ай бұрын

It generally means hiking, camping and other wilderness pursuits, with more traditional/historical tools and methods sorta, lol! It is also a newish catchy phrase I believe. Who knows…. Thanks for watching!

@kenyoung976 Ай бұрын

@ I thank you very much for your quick and simple explanation.

@marlonjoao8127 Ай бұрын

Facas simples do cotidiano sempre foram usadas por nossos antecessores, bushcraft e tático são modismos com intuito de agregar valor comercial a produtos que foram criados para serem funcionais e atenderem as necessidades encontradas no dia. Vaqueiros da caatinga que se vestem de couro, facas gaúchas ou peixeiras nordestinas são bons exemplos. Mas enfeitam e maquiam com um falso glamour e longe estão de serem funcionais ou atenderem o fim que se destina, não sendo isso uma regra. Mas o Sr está perfeitamente correto em sua questão.paz e bem.

@JosephAllen-d2e Ай бұрын

There is no set definition of a bushcraft knife. However, there is a set of characteristics that are hugely popular among bushcrafters. 1. Full tang. 2. Blade of 4" to 6". 3. Scandi grind. 4. Sharp 90-degree spine. While these are probably the most commonly recommended characteristics, there are bushcrafters who prefer knives that are completely different.

@kenyoung976 Ай бұрын

@@JosephAllen-d2ethank you for the additional knife/blade details.