80 Year Old Blacksmith Forges Hunting Knife

Cy Swan is back with us again, this time with a Hunting Knife.
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[@ocdtechtalk]

Love his warranty. "If your knife breaks and you are not a jackass I will replace it for you."

[@mitchellmitchell6938]

He’s 80 years old and still talks about his father. Man I love being a dad (2 young boys)! It takes responsibility and courage and the love of god to be a good father, so your kids can be good fathers. Thank you dad.

[@essentialcraftsman]

Of all the comments we have received on this channel over the last 3 1/2 years, this is one of the most important. Thank you Mitchell!

[@gottabighit1]

yes sir. takes a good man to be a good father. takes a good son to remember his father 80 years later. circle of meaningful life.

[@cmonbroitsme]

I like that we didn't see or hear narration from EC, he doesn't steal the attention from Cy and lets the work speak for itself. A nod to his own humble personality as well.

[@mcorrade]

Absolutely. Totally agree with you on that!

[@PeteBrubaker]

Agreed, and when he does speak, it's a question about Cy or his methods and not himself.

[@t.rexsymonds7969]

That’s why I like EC, respectful gentleman who understands the “old” ways

[@michaelplays2449]

A real craftsman, Wow and to think the man is 80 years old and producing fine workmanship like that......wonderful to see

[@anchorbait6662]

My dad was born in 1936... I was born in 1984... Something about that generation. My god, I don't think you could get a better group of guys as we're those born and living in the western United States around and before ww2 kicked off. My hats off to them. I strive to be half the men they are even on their worst days

[@Donkusdelux]

You know, its kinda funny, I am born in 1998, my father 1964, my grandfather 1922 (past away now) me and my father say the exact same thing, you don't find a guy as genuine and tough as those pre ww2 fellows. They where made out of steel but had a soul soft as a poppy. I strive to be 1/2 the man of my father and a 1/4 of my grandfather...

[@benjamingoulet8059]

Are we all going to pretend like we didn’t notice your dad had a baby at 48!? I guess in my family my great grandfather was born about 18 years before that time and fought in the war... my father born in ‘67 and I in ‘85 No joke though even my dad not to mention my great grandfather are/where tough. Great grandpa Merrill was still shoveling snow and being active right up until his dying days. I think that what I’ve learned is it’s important as a man to keep working, not sitting watching tv or whatnot...unless you need the rest if you want to live long and happily you’ve got to be imersed into a project for mental, physical, and spiritual strength

[@mitchellmitchell6938]

Benjamin Goulet the love of god is where these men garnered their courage and fortitude.

[@EricCampbellUAV]

lazy hey dude marijuana burnouts on west coast. real men are on the east coast

[@glennwiebe5128]

I love the fact that truly skilled craftsmen fill their shops with the things that work. Cy's got a hand cranked blower and a digital tempering oven. That pretty much covers both ends of the spectrum. Scott, I pray you do your best to keep Cy in good health so that his knowledge, ethos, and products can be passed down to as many as possible. Keep forging!

[@jamesmilos9909]

Cy needs a spinoff channel. Fascinating guy!

[@Juan-md5fb]

What a master knife maker. He made that look so easy.

[@austinnorman5473]

First of all, who dislikes this video? Second, what an incredible opportunity to learn from someone with that much wisdom, awesome video.

[@kato2531]

This third or forth time I watched this video, you just don't get tired watching him work

[@adamwaldroup]

I have no idea how anyone could thumbs down this video. amazing talent

[@jameschippett2177]

I could watch Cy all day long, it's just joyous to watch someone with such skill and experience. Could you do a real time video or live broadcast with Cy. I would book the day off work and settle down with a beer & cashew nuts and be a very happy man.

[@joedoakes8307]

What a testament to talent , and working while getting old this guy is ! Every facet of his personality speaks to his superior intelligence and creativity . THANks !

[@fylgdahermetics4763]

There is no such things as a Old Man, there is only a man! Great craftsman

[@markchapel]

Enormous respect for Mr. Swan and especially his skill and craftsmanship. Thank you, Mr. Wadsworth, for bringing it to us! From Cy's website: "If your knife breaks and you are not a jackass I will replace it for you." Literally LOL. Mr. Swan, whoever would be a jackass to you is a jackass indeed. Cheers, sir!

[@JerkRice]

markchapel - I smiled too when I read that jackass statement. Part of the awesomeness of Cy

[@smerdoninbrawley]

Mr. Swan's hands have clearly performed a lot of work! Oil quenching the blade with no gloves, the flames don't even cause him to flinch.

[@JohnSmith-ud9ex]

Just to sit and watch so much talent, skill, knowledge and heart go into something like that knife would be an utterly amazing thing to do… Humbling, genuinely humbling. Thanks to all for bringing such precious moments to our all too often mundane lives.

[@treeslayer66]

Country boy from central pa. Son of a family owned carpentry business and grew up farming, logging and a arborist. Love everything your Chanel’s about. 👍🏻💪🏻🇺🇸❤️

[@BryanKipke]

There is something about letting the craftsman's work speak to itself that is very pleasing. Nice work.

[@maximus-2307]

80 yrs and swinging a hammer, respect!

[@guilv9543]

I'm 40 years old and I learned all sorts of things from my father and grandfather, from carpentry, car mechanics, construction and so on... Both are still alive and I'm very lucky for that. I love spending time with them. Today's kids aren't interested in that anymore. It is a shame...

[@nsheehy9953]

Love watching cy work.

[@ronnylee5181]

He builds a no nonsense utility sheath knife that will do any cutting task asked of it and has the perfect drop point for skinning. Simple perfection.

[@PeopleAlreadyDidThis]

Cy, my dad would have been 96 this year, but you would have his respect. And you have mine. Thanks for bringing genuine blacksmithing to us. You've got me looking for an anvil and a forge!

[@livinglife4309]

Was feeling nostalgic and had to re watch this video today. Wish i would have bought one of his knives.

[@hammerloopcarpentry992]

Cy is the best. The stories he could tell. Wow. Just humbled to see this video. Thank you for sharing.

[@672egalaxie6]

Lotta hard bark on that ol' cowboy...thanks fer takin' us along...

[@climbthatmountain]

Gents this fine and skilled, prove that age...is just another arbitrary number in life. Just a sublime piece.

[@bp3805]

I finally own one of his knives! Saved up and bought myself a Christmas gift. All I can say is....incredible craftsmanship. It’s a privilege to own it and use it.

[@jeremiahhedeen3879]

I was currently given one of cys knives as a gift from my wife for our daughters birth and this man is artist in every sense of the word, anybody that gets a chance to hold one of these knives is a better man for having done so

[@na9260]

Cy you are a master of your craft and your shop is amazing. A lot of thought went in to designing it. I would be honored to own one of your knives.

[@AssMcBlast]

The production value is outstanding

[@robbj9951]

Took me longer to watch the video than make the knife. Constantly freeze framing views of Cy's workshop, totally in awe of the history and what has gone on there.

[@JerkRice]

Cy is an amazing guy. How lucky you are to know him.

[@HandToolRescue]

Do his hands feel any heat? haha

[@cwhoff290]

I was thinking the same thing

[@Connecticutsparky]

Mostly callous and not hands at this point

[@MagiRaz]

I've been welding for 5 years and got to the point to where my hands barely register heat before it blisters me. An 80 year old man who's been blacksmithing his whole life? I would believe it if you told me you could build a campfire in his palms. Regular heat wont touch this guy any more.

[@pinocolada4254]

@@MagiRaz yup, welding, grinding and cutting makes your hands used to heat real fast. Took me less than a year to weld without gloves. Been out of welding for a living, only do it at home a couple times a month and i can't stand the heat anymore. I need gloves now.

[@yugenyama-0808]

@@MagiRaz We were inspired by this series of chats with Cy, to go visit him. He and his lovely wife welcomed us to their ranch home and we spent the day with them. He made two knives with my kids, teaching them as they went, ages 10 & 12. At a point when he took them to the grinders to start some shaping, he showed the kids how to be careful by grinding off some of his fingernail to show them what damage could be done. His emphasis was clear. Then the kids proceeded, bare handed and focused. One of the most memorable visits we've ever had. Then we commissioned Cy to make us an heirloom hunting knife to keep his legend strong and inspirations sharp.

[@carlosortiz821]

I don`t know if that master of blacksmith still alive but forging and still working on metal with his age is awesome and impressive... Cheers from Chile!

[@renedjenkins]

Awesome video! I hope we don't lose these essential skills.

[@colinjohnson4747]

this is just one of the greatest videos of any kind that i have ever seen. Absolutely fascinating, incredible editing, incredible subject matter. Just amazing. I cannot wait to see more and what you do with the Spec House.

[@scrappybobbarker5224]

Great video, beautiful knife. He puts a lifetime of blood and spirit pain and joy into his work. I would rather have one of his knives than any big name brand at a box store.

[@farmerbob5341]

Cy you are an amazing craftsman! We need more men like Cy! EC thanks for letting Cy's hands do the talking!

[@josearrue4072]

I started to watch all the videos of Cy 5 days ago. What an impressive man. 80 years old and has more energy than any kids now days. You look at his hands, and they show the years of work. Regards to you and Mr. Swan from Panama.

[@ZONIAN955]

I love to watch a pro work. Hang around old guys, they know stuff, have skills. Hats off to this man Cy Swan !

[@learkenciel]

Thanks for another Cy's video!

[@TuthHurts911411]

Great video! I started blacksmithsing with a 72 year old french man; He did everything old way no Gas no power-All Coal-coke and hand tools. Quoted "Did not have it when he started he don't need it now" I Spent most time cranking blowers and watching before he let me touch anything else. I am only hobby smith-My setup buffalo forge; basic barn finds horse shoeing tools.

[@brianmarcum4829]

Wow!Thanks E.C. that was a pleasure to watch.He is amazing.

[@Harlan6493]

The lessons in not just skilled work, but life and how to be a man and so much more that come from this channel are just an invaluable resource. I’ll always be thankful for finding Scott, Nate and the entire cast of great people they’ve highlighted on this page.

[@hubertkrzemien1161]

That's a neat trick attaching one scale at a time. I will have to use that in the future. Thanks.

[@metalcien098]

He makes it look so easy

[@jimschulte2701]

I think you have been producing some of the best content out there and Cy just makes it even better. Keep up the good work!

[@loul7239]

Thanks for the mini documentary of Cy. He is living history. I wish I sit with him in his shop like a fly on the wall and just learn.

[@smobro]

Thank you for documenting this. So much knowledge and tradition can be taken for granted. The older I get the more I appreciate my country roots.

[@ortiko]

There is nothing better than watching such a true talented and sincere person crafting. Thank you Mr for sharing. You inspired me more than ever

[@curtwhite876]

What an absolute treasure that knife must be. Nice videography too. You, sir, have a nack for producing great content.

[@fearthespear4242]

More of CY PLEASE!

[@tntchitwood]

Beautiful job Cy. Thanks for sharing.

[@ChrsDxnWrks]

I'm a fan of the typical EC content, but I found myself particularly enjoying this video. Cy seems like an exceptionally wise craftsman and I love his pace. Great video guys.

[@tarikwasthere]

"Ounces turn into pounds and pounds turn into pain" -some elk hunter probably

[@nanky432]

More like special forces trainee, after doing a 50 mile march even having one extra gram in your backpack feels like it’s 100 pounds on your back.

[@jukeman57]

What an amazing Craftsman. Learn all you can from Cy before he leaves us and pass it on.

[@richp5321]

I could watch him forever. Amazing Craftsman

[@stellarpod]

Outstanding! Love seeing this craftsman at work. Thanks for sharing. Steve

[@stefano101]

That line @ 1:00 resonates with me. My grandfather taught me everything I know about concrete and forming and he would save every nail he could, even at 80 years old.

[@62forged]

Learning at the feet of the master as the old saying goes. Incredible craftsmanship! Thanks for sharing.

[@leonardmettlach2614]

Sir was a privilege to watch you work , amazing skill

[@WeirdSeagul]

seems like he has a real great mix of old and new stuff in his shop. Oldschool blower at the forge and the newer tempering oven thing

[@Shooter11B]

Old school excellence!!

[@neonshoji]

Awesome knife and great video. I could watch Cy work all day.

[@Papa_D]

My hat is off to you sir ... you are an amazing craftsmen ! I just found your KZbin channel today and will be sure to watch a lot more of your videos. It is easy to tell that you love forging knives. My dad is almost 87 years old and I am sure he has nowhere close to the stamina and physical strength to work as hard as you do. Wish you many more years Mr. Swan !

[@starcarrier1874]

Amazing. One wonders how many living treasures we still have across this country. I hope others are recrecording guys like this. Kids can't keep the screen in-tact on a cell phone, but I'll wager that knife will be around for years. Some things remain timeless.

[@unrealheadcase]

Thank you so much for sharing this master work.

[@KyleE-pm1nt]

That's awesome. Cy is awesome. Cy is truly a craftsman.

[@kimpacolet5603]

I pay my respect to this guy: keep up the good work, Cy, you are truly a great craftsman, it's a pleasure for the eyes to see you work, cheers!

[@rodneyray]

What a craftsman. Amazing.

[@dankissinger1969]

Man the knowledge he has and stories he has I imagine are phenomenal. Thank you guy's

[@girliedog]

What a pleasure to watch this man work, but I want to come for a visit and clean his shop. Of course, we'd have to send him on vacation for that. (giggle) Thanks again for another great video.

[@jcripp7974]

He'd be lost if you did that. He knows where every single thing is and where he wants it. If you came in and cleaned it, it would set him back for weeks. Its not a mess. Its a working shop

[@outsidescrewball]

Enjoyed!!...what a treasure.....and NICE hat😎

[@mute8s]

I'm sure I'm not alone in saying that I love all your videos but whenever you post a Cy video it's a special treat.

[@CharlieBravo157]

Cy is the man.

[@lanceformolli]

Such a privilege to be able to see and here what this awesome craftsman does. This is great use of KZbin thank you for sharing and the effort everyone put into these videos I enjoy all of the video from this channel they are inspiring. Thank you From an Australian.

[@gizmogyro2]

Wonderful video. Thank you.

[@Chinmansilangan]

Old-world craftsmanship, this is how a knife should be make. I hope he is able to pass on these skills.

[@spcm2]

Amazing! This is the simple word that I use to describe this gentleman.

[@joelmatthews1732]

The fact this gentleman can accomplish this at this age is inspirational

[@derekrosecrans1361]

Reminded me of my grandfather and working with him on his farm/shop down in Gold Hill. Beautiful knife and it looks like it fits perfectly in the hand. Thanks for the video.

[@63256325N]

What a superb piece! Thanks for sharing the build. A true craftsman.

[@Mwhite18231]

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to so many and for the positive messages and content you provide for us all.

[@jerrieyum]

My grandpa was welder and blacksmith as well. Salute to you sir. 👍🏾👏🏾

[@jackmeyers7805]

Hands like a damn silverback. Man I wish I could spend just a day shooting the breeze around the forge with a man that wise.

[@sleepy_143]

Beautiful knife!

[@eduardodedios8213]

Amazing!!! Definitely want a knife made by the amazing very interesting 80 year old Cy, thanks for all of your videos

[@explorerextraordinaire5472]

I Like than man's soul as depicted in this recording. Cy; you (are) the best!

[@vawterb]

Beautiful work!

[@casycasy5199]

what a work of art

[@CrowdSurfingGeezer]

What a treat to watch this amazing craftsman!

[@neverusedutube]

Thanks for making this video!

[@carlosrodriguez-wt4nv]

Hey Craftsman, thats a wonderfull little knife... thank you for upload this Video. I wish you a long life and good health. Grüße aus Germany

[@stronglikemonkey]

Cy seems to have gained all his knowledge from experience, not KZbin videos. Not that knowledge sharing is wrong. It's just cool to hear why he does things a certain way. Nothing like experience! Thanks for sharing your time with Cy with the rest of us.

[@spencerspaulding1891]

Waiting for more video's with cy!

[@goldenfarms2934]

Awesome craftsmanship and a joy to watch. Thanks for another great video!

[@dankeebler6171]

He makes it look so easy, a true craftsman