Adam Savage's One Day Builds: Iron Man Mark I Helmet!

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[@aae67888]

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[@Pauzix]

Are you going to add some cooling fans for the helmet? I've recently found out that they make magnetic USB cables so this kind of solution might be useful so you do not have to plug off the cable if you put the powersource in the armor, e.g.: gobaseus.com/product/baseus-insnap-cable-lightning-1-2m/

[@maxximumb]

So the interesting bit, the hinge mechanism got time lapsed and glossed over. Yet we got to watch a whole bunch of metal bending. Sometimes I wonder why these one day builds get made. You manage to zoom in on the simple bits and then give us a wide shot of the whole shop when Adam's doing the interesting or fine work. Or just time lapse them.

[@ThomasJoseph315]

I think it would be easier to make an actual Mk 1 suit, lol

[@mrodumbone]

if you do it again you could find an old welding helmet? and use the guts of it to lift it up and down?

[@TravisFabel]

Does anyone else smile a little to themselves every time he measures something against his arm tattoo?

[@wrench1234]

I do and i actully want that tattoo and for it to be accurate that would make me so happy i love that stuff

[@behindthen0thing]

No

[@Josh_D03]

As someone who works with numbers all day i really like it

[@RhodokTribesman]

@@wrench1234 It won't be accurate, but a good approximation. Your skin stretches and tightens based on temperature, moisture, hydration, etc.

[@RETRONEXT]

There’s a certain “Bob Ross” quality to Adam when he is painting and weathering his builds. Love it.

[@phillystevesteak6982]

Apparently everyone is bob ross nowadays, because I swear I see this comment everywhere about every other dude on YT

[@endangered_or_nah6877]

@@phillystevesteak6982 nah, Adam savage is the bob ross of builds

[@Starceus001]

Yeah, the fact that he is so experienced makes him really calm and collected when making stuff like this. And it works!! It freaking works too

[@JerodM]

Agreed. When he says stuff like “make the sound effects, it helps.”

[@Mateogoodhue]

That’s like the most perfect way to describe it

[@robisonwells1]

Not gonna lie: the moment the eyes appeared on the dummy head I kind of freaked out.

[@That3DPrintGuy]

yep scared the shit out of me

[@J4yy_]

Dude same. Funny stuff tho!

[@NewbombedTurk]

It was a very Clash of the Titans moment

[@sitkandrummer]

I spent the entire episode watching for them to reappear

[@dimitreze]

me too haha

[@SohcanProductions]

"Eventually you get a feel for it. Then you get a taste for it. Then you have a talent for it. Then you get paid for it." - Adam Savage This might be one of my favorite inspirational things you've said.

[@williamhardes8081]

"then you get the power, then you get the woman"

[@pedropedroztravels8272]

Those eyes scared the shit out of me, Thought i was having a stroke LOL....

[@ulrichkalber9039]

there were no eyes. See a shrink. I am kidding ;)

[@pedropedroztravels8272]

@@ulrichkalber9039 lol

[@andyx8035]

'I got nowhere else to go!!!' - RG in one of his best scenes ever (IMO) in 'An Officer and a Gentleman'. Great builds Adam. Really enjoy your enthusiasm and skill. Thankyou

[@mikemckinney3847]

I thought it was Farley from Wayne's world

[@jessicaclakley3691]

And I was thinking who framed Roger rabbit lol

[@dimitreze]

11:30 hey what the hell hahahaha

[@kubagornowicz]

that was creepy..

[@KuroiPK]

Yeah I know.

[@faizsuria]

I saw that too... Spooky

[@svlolalouise9763]

Editors are having a little fun

[@joeniedbala]

@@faizsuria Wait... that doesn't happen with your reference heads??? 😦

[@BETAmosquito]

What I love about your modification and modelling videos specifically, is that you stride forward fearlessly to each new step in the process even if you're not certain of what comes after it. If it was me, I'd be staring down my bit of kit, umming and ahing, not wanting to proceed until I am completely sure I won't ruin the thing.

[@mjn6033]

Seeing Adam say he hates his work but then thinking of a better way to tackle the leather work shows how a human can learn and benefit from his mistake. I think that Adam is one of the smartest geniuses that we know today. Thank you Adam for showing your amazing work!

[@RjA1324]

I've always enjoyed watching Adam Savage and his work. The show "Myth Busters" has always been one of my most favorite shows of all time because of the relationship Adam and Jaime for one but also seeing Adam's creative mind and his curiosity coming out has always intrigued me. His positive energy has always been captivating. Adam Savage is a Legend.

[@artemis2947]

It's so satisfying to watch these one day builds

[@TheGalacticWest]

It’s so satisfying watching these multi-day builds.

[@Harry20000Hl]

Seeing Adam using that anvil makes me wonder, why have we never seen a collaboration with Alec Steele, I feel like that would be really cool to watch

[@benallen7292]

That would be a great KZbin collaboration!! When COVID allows

[@blackoak4978]

Alec would go 100% fan boi on Adam, lol

[@minijead1]

And Adam has said he watches Alec Steele videos, he mentioned it when grinding metal for welding and saying he should have a set up just like Alec

[@candyflossinct]

Hell yeah... And Nerdforge too

[@Mediarch]

04:02 actually using his arm ruler is just neat to see

[@mr_effff]

i didn’t realise what this was until this video 😳

[@joelhageman1903]

I am loving those blinking eyes all of a sudden. (Wait.. rewind. Did I or didn't I?) And real quick close before he picks it back up. And Mr. Savage is ABSOLUTELY none the wiser.

[@CatsDontBark]

Adam’s nervous energy, maximum form. He’s like vibrating with it on this one.

[@1Snakes100]

I agree, hes got so many ideas in his head he scrambles on what to do next when he gets up to grab something

[@loganstrong5426]

1:03:13 - Whoever's idea it was to put that voiceover on the time lapse, congratulations! I can't tell exactly what it was, but there was just something so inspiring about it, and it drove me to have to comment. It was perfect! Good job to everyone on the team making these happen!

[@timburns4880]

Add me to the “WTF” when the dummy’s eyes opened!!!

[@davidhiscock1969]

Little tired watching this upload, it was a " did I just see that " moment lol with the eyes

[@keithharper9595]

Likewise!

[@zzz_zzz_ZZZ_zzz_ZZZ_ZZZ_Z_z-ZZ]

Okay?... I'm confused, didn't see the dummy's eyes open ever in the video, I rewatched the 10-12 minutes at least 5 times. Am I being trolled rn? I am aren't I ah sh*t

[@davidhiscock1969]

@@zzz_zzz_ZZZ_zzz_ZZZ_ZZZ_Z_z-ZZ 11.30 the eyes open

[@kennethbilankulu769]

that was creepy

[@aka-chi_hurron]

every time i watch one of adam's vids i am always struck with shop envy. not even the cool knickknacks and artifacts from the show. but just the size of the space to work in, the amount of tools and machines to work with, and materials on hand. his shop is a maker's dream!

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

"Name the movie:" An Officer and a Gentleman. "May-yo-NAYZ!" Lou Gossett was soooo great in that film.

[@ZeiraWalker]

I remember the line from a comedy that was parodying that scene from An Officer and a Gentleman, but I can't recall the name of it. It's a little aggravating, hahaha.

[@johnbigboote8900]

@@ZeiraWalker Was it the second Wayne's World movie, where the old, veteran roadie was training a group of recruits? It might have been Garth who said it, but I can't be sure. I haven't seen that movie in about 20 years.

[@rakdoss8455]

@@ZeiraWalker i think its from Who Framed Rodger Rabbit

[@michaele.3008]

@@rakdoss8455 i thought it was from Who Framed Roger Rabbit also hahaha

[@troybradford856]

@@ZeiraWalker Waynes World 2 - Chris Farley says it XD

[@thanosthefarmer]

Omg I just realized that the tattoo Adam has on his arm is a measuring stick so he doesn’t need to grab one when he needs to measure something! That is such a smart thing to get as a tattoo and fits his personality really well.

[@Simply_CH23]

that seriously spooked me. The end result is looking SO nice. super excited about the rest of this rebuild

[@ushere5791]

adam's joyful energy doing this make is absolutely contagious! and the end result is amazing!!

[@simplelifediy1772]

Obadiah Stane: "Adam Savage built this in his cave... with scraps!!!" Me: "Well... I am not Adam Savage..."

[@taqresu5865]

Aw man, someone beat me to it lol

[@CJ-BASE]

The line is "with a box of scraps" but good job though 👏👍

[@dubbingsync]

@@CJ-BASE I think we can all agree this wasn’t just a box of scraps… unless you count the whole cave as a box

[@joelpeterson3894]

Making sounds effects for the metals bends you do is one of the best things I’ve heard this year.

[@kahn04]

I love the idea of calling the welding sleeves arm chaps! Haha speaking from my medieval history background, there’s a similar thing made of maille or chainmail known as voiders, and I gotta say “welding voiders” sounds kinda cool too

[@matthewcoleman8267]

This one day build had everything I love to watch, engineering & glorious painting! Omg I could watch Adam paint and weather props for hours!

[@juanandrade9859]

I was not ready for the eyes to just pop out like that though I was tweaking 😂

[@j_the_frog]

I love how Adam kinda personifies his suit, not to the degree Tony did (i don't think anyone could do that) but he does call the suit "him" instead of "it", kinda gives the suit personality, it's really easy to see how the suits become their own "people" in your mind

[@keithgunther1880]

The eyes on that mold opening up freaked me out!!

[@cyberunit1]

I do love the fact that you used the anvil in this build, a great throwback to the film, and those post credit sounds from the very end :D

[@kaksspl]

4:00 So that's what the tattoo is for. That's amazing.

[@prismglider5922]

Holy crap his body is literally one of his tools, that is an incredible idea

[@tonyennis3008]

It is the only tattoo I would consider getting

[@nathanb5579]

Wouldnt it warp over time?

[@kraio-sfu]

@@nathanb5579 Don’t we all, Nathan, don’t we all...

[@scoobertmcruppert2915]

@@nathanb5579 He only got a it a few years ago, so he should be good

[@NSYresearch]

Watching a creative professional who is happy with his work is a joy to see.

[@bladeoftheruinedking2543]

I love watching Adam build iron man suits man, he's like Stan Lee. Creating iron man

[@Zach-h2l]

lol it's funny watching a league video right before this and then seeing a Botrk comment here

[@TheeGrumpy]

Credit where due: the suit was designed by artist Don Heck.

[@declanmccarthy4303]

Every time Adam measures something against his tattoo it just makes me want one just like that more and more

[@wolfe1970]

11:30 was probably the freakiest thing ive seen on tested ahahaha

[@drivebyemusic]

I've been scrolling for ages to see if anyone one else noticed

[@johntuut6781]

Same hahaha

[@MrGrumpyToast]

In regards to the sound effects while bending, i was told once a long time ago by a guitar builder that if you are having a bad day all you need to do is when you do any task big or small whisper beep boop to yourself and eventually you wont be in a bad mood anymore

[@nothefabio]

11:29 No-context creepy editing. I love it.

[@lytaylor1204]

My favorite thing is always watching Adam paints.

[@415s30]

I'm so jealous of space, I can't get any in SF, not even a small garage. A cardboard box is a million dollars. Every day I think of what I could be building, I work on shows (not now since it's all shut down!!)

[@liefbrunhilda926]

Well keep voting democrats into office, cuz I’m sure endlessly repeating the same action and expecting a different outcome will totally work out for you in the end.

[@Zach-h2l]

@@liefbrunhilda926 what a fucking smooth brained political take

[@JackBarrett7]

Thanks, Adam, those blinking eyes just scared the crap outta me.

[@joermnyc]

By the end of this series I’m fully expecting Adam to walk outside in the suit, and set off the escape rocket motors to go flying over San Francisco...

[@smedrick]

Watching Adam paint makes me feel remarkably inadequate, but also gives me zen.

[@corrupt_reverend5123]

That bit of kit is called "cape sleeves" or just a welding cape.

[@davidd3377]

I knew someone else had to know.

[@Gibbtall]

Probably more in the context of women's clothing, but a similar item is called a Bolero.

[@corrupt_reverend5123]

@@Gibbtall nope. That's literally what the manufacturers call them. I'm looking at three pairs of them right now. (I sell industrial gasses and welding supplies for a living 🙂 )

[@bigmike9947]

@@corrupt_reverend5123 They were saying a similar item is called a Bolero, not this specific item.

[@corrupt_reverend5123]

@@bigmike9947 ooh, I follow ya. 👍

[@justinbanks2380]

Kudos editors for the little easter egg on the cast of Adams head!

[@viridisdraco]

nobody noticed the creepyness of the eyes opening and closing on the reference head? i hade a "what the!?!" moment

[@dustysparks]

OH We noticed! 11:30

[@HavocHounds1988]

Yeah, Gunther trying to freek everyone out.

[@uttpcomit4920]

Literally all the comments I've seen is about the eyes.

[@Inurfacewithbass12]

I envy the massive collection of equipment, and more the knowledge and ability to use it all. Props and respect to Adam and anyone on that level.

[@alexandresilva3427]

Everything you mentioned was probably slowly aquired over many years. If this is your dream you can get there if you're patient! :)

[@maryudomah4387]

“You don’t HAVE to make a sound effect with every bend!” Yes you do.

[@G0thCrayon]

I'm very happy for the blinky-head gag you put in during editing... I would have been SO disappointed in you for missing that opportunity.

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

"You can't bend it back." How true and frustrating that is. It's called 'work hardening,' and it means the material loses its ductility and becomes brittle simply by flexing it. Aluminum and copper are particularly insubordinate materrials.

[@dustysparks]

But, the right application of heat and it relaxes again (assuming you can do that without damaging whatever it's connected to).

[@SPAMPANMAN]

@@dustysparks from my experience thats a waste of time maybe with copper, but aluminum doesnt react like steel with heat it doesnt get red hot at the right temperature so its a guessing game, and dont get it too hot.

[@okuno54]

@@SPAMPANMAN IIRC from the series where Adam build armor, you can put some sharpie on, and it'll evaporate off when the aluminum gets to the right heat for annealing. Haven't had an opportunity to try it myself, though.

[@ironwolfstudios2857]

According to the interwebs the best way to anneal aluminum is to use an oven and heat it to a specific temperature range, between 570° and 770° Fahrenheit depending on the alloy. Leave it there for a little while, 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on the alloy, and then quench in water. The quick dirty method is the sharpie trick, where you mark the work piece with the permanent marker and then hit it with a low oxygen oxy-acetylene torch until the sharpie marks disappear, then quench in water. Copper/bronze are much easier though. Just use a torch on it to evenly heat the piece until it starts to get red, and then dunk it in warm water. Softens it right up. And you can do that as many times as required. Metals are weird.

[@tommylundy2495]

God I wish I had your workshop. You could be the mad scientist making armor and weapons for heros in a film and I wouldn't bat an eye. Truly a maker 🛠️

[@jonshellmusic]

Since you did the eye thing on Adam’s head mold, I feel the need to "keep my eye on it" for the rest of the video... :-D

[@RachelM-Head]

Omg I wasn’t the only one to keep an eye on the head for the whole video waiting for it to happen again!!🤣🤣

[@frenchfry074]

I did the exact same 😂

[@robertmilanese1523]

I absolutely love watching him work. So much like myself when working on stuff like this. I would freakin love to join him for a build of this caliber. I feel like I'd learn so much while having fun. Yeah... that'd be awesome

[@edorin_]

17:23 "You don't have to make a sound effect with every bend..." - Yes, Adam. Yes you do.

[@stormagheddondarklordofall7171]

Watching Raw Adam do a one day build and be the camera man is actually pretty awesome.

[@Davadedo34]

I love that he added the eyes opening up! I was literally thinking he should super impose his face over the dummy head for a halloween video lol

[@stowgs0899]

None of the random things Adam pulls out of his workshop surprise me knowing where he has been over the years. Though I can honestly say I was not expecting him to so nonchalantly say "I've got a casting of my head here"

[@rob_4227]

Wow Adam is really good at this, no he’s great, no he’s a master, no he’s a grandmaster. It’s masterful to see how quickly he can work out a plan, but then he measures with the tattoo on his arm and pulls a sculpture of his head. I’m not trying to blow smoke. Adam presents a master level and then goes beyond that expectation over and over again.

[@mr.roboto8324]

You make my day with any episode that's over an hour long 😁

[@Nerdforge]

The chrome finish is so satisfying to watch!! I'm wondering if there is any reason you prefer the Molotov liquid chrome with Alclad sealer, instead of using Alclad's own chrome? Currently working on my first project with a chrome finish, so I'm trying to be good and do some research! - Martina

[@crmyersdesigns8961]

Not Mr. Savage, but Molotow is a graffiti paint manufacturer. The specialize in aerosol and paint markers, I believe they originated in Europe which has a much more Graffiti forward outlook than in the states, but that's not super relevant. Because Molotow paint is used for Graffiti it has to do two things really well. Stick extremely well to a variety of surfaces (usually which are exterior and dirty) and it has to extremely resilient, not only for harsh outdoor climates but also resilient against the removal of the paint. If you ever used artist quality graffiti paint you will know it's very hard to removed and it is very hard to cover up with new paint. Because of the chemical properties even a fresh coat of local hardware paint won't full cover up the graffiti paint, and that's by design. So with extreme resilience and extraordinary adhering properties a graffiti paint is going to be a lot more durable than your airbrush art paints which don't have to endure as much abuse. And lastly, Chrome is a highlight color of most graffiti art paints. It's been a staple as a color for almost 20 years. So while big brand paint companies have cornered the market in automotive grade chrome paint, there was a hole in the market for someone to r&d an aerosol based chrome paint. Rustomleum and Krylon had always geared towards solid colors, but are now branching out to specialty paints and finishes. So with that gap and the desire for resilient and durable hand held chrome spray paint, companies like Montana, IronLak, Molotow and MTN all put in the effort to make an easy quick option for chrome aerosol paint, without the need of a spray gun, and spray booth. One of the best chrome spray paints I have ever used with almost mirror like finish is Oink Art LTD chrome, it's US based but it provided a level of reflectivity I haven't quite seen yet in any other paint, even more than Molotow's version. So while paint recipes change all the time for various reasons, I can only see the aerosol version's of chrome getting better and better in the years to come.

[@yadieangel]

is it wierd i heard this in your voice i have no idea why tho

[@sandvillage6168]

Nerdforge! I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!

[@Fleato]

omg youre here XD first time ive seen a comment where i can say that XD

[@sotesz]

Hi. Try taking a look at his Bladerunner snub-nosed gun modification video kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4mlZXWba7mdfrc from 35m10s . He's talking about these things, maybe he mentions something with some of the answer...

[@ronaldbrown7466]

Wooah….at 11:29 lost my mind. Literally had to rewind 2 or 3 times to watch again. Headless Yellow Man opens his eyes before Adam grabs him. Damn….that one got me!!! Awesome

[@DaBuild]

I really love this build! Most of all, thanks a lot for generating much content. It's super motivating :)

[@joeltham1979]

Yes, I was wondering. I rightly thought you just liked it and you thought we would like to see you it it. I feel better for seeing it, now I want one too!

[@imperialguard13]

“If I wasn’t wearing pants I bet you could tell... weird metric.” Or, is it the funniest metric ever! Lol

[@10yerswonder]

That Adam's head cast is a peace of history in its own

[@TheTimN8er]

“you don’t have to make a sound effect every time you bend.” loll I would absolutely be making a sound effect every time

[@kamilozaur0]

I do not know if you will read it but you give inspiration to such a large number of people that it is impossible to describe it, you rock it, don't stop (to the end of the world and even further) (Translated from Polish to English, probably okay?)

[@basosz]

When Adam is test fitting this thing he desperately reminds me of Dark Helmet from Spaceballs :P

[@kmacow]

Exactly!

[@sparkparkful]

I love that at the beginning had the head mold had eyes added

[@DaHaiZhu]

11:29 Poltergeist! I knew it! Many videos in the past have shown Adam's cave is possessed ! 😂😂😂

[@_Saevio]

The impression at the end got me, full Marks.

[@titanus8529]

12:18 I'm alright with adam giving me a hug to cut the metal.

[@patrickwilliams2744]

I used the hairdryer and cardboard box method for a project I was working on. It is amazing! Thank you Adam!!!

[@MrKraddock]

And today I finally learned that an anvil isnt for dropping on a cartoon's head. Nice.

[@angusg.2049]

Something I appreciate about Adam Savage is that he is a man of hot glue. He's not afraid to use what is the best tool for the job.

[@technoe02]

I’m way too high for the mannequin “eyes”...lol

[@QuewithQ]

I had to rewind right away as I thought I was losing my mind.

[@justindunlap1235]

I agree. It's just not right this early in the morning

[@travisatwell2855]

I said the same thing. Wake and bake with mannequin eyes wasn't on the Christmas list

[@Jay-st6sl]

1:57 dude I'm still hung up on "are sleeves just arm chaps"

[@afforum]

Had just smoke some right before watching the video, saw the eyes and tought i was going to take a bad trip, had to come to the comments to see if i wasn't going crazy KKKKKKKKKKK

[@holdenkerns8475]

17:19 lmfaooo “doot doot... you don’t HAVE to make a sound effect with every bend.... but it helps... doot doot....” hahaha. Caught me off guard.

[@chuckoneill2023]

I recall some scenes of Tony Stark literally forming his armor with hammer and anvil in one of the animated Iron Man series.

[@thedroidwhisperer2699]

You’re helping to keep me sane right now. Thank you.

[@thegirlwitheeyes1232]

Savage Head: *blinks* Me: well that didn't scared the absolute bejesus outta me, not at all 😂😂😂😂😂

[@miguelvetica]

Adam just causally busting out a mold of his head is a mood.

[@bryanbischof4351]

“I’m getting a head of myself”... how did you not pause on this pun.

[@bennprice8449]

‘Eventually you get a feel for it, then you get a taste for it, then you get a talent for it; then you get paid for it.’ - T-shirt!

[@rakelodakel]

"OOOuH, The bone saw!!!"

[@andrewbailey8424]

Bone Saw is Ready!

[@stormchasecom]

Dear Editor: That blink was awesome! Freaked me out properly!

[@tjthrash0143]

Adam we have all heard you say "I Love this...." tool. Do a video of the tool(s) you hate (There might not be one but its an idea.)

[@nohandlenotme]

The paint on the finished helmet is awesome!

[@jeh32]

I had to read the title three times to NOT read it as "Iron Man Mark Hamill"

[@Starceus001]

Could you turn this into a series?building an iron man mark 1 suit? I'd love to see the entire build step by step

[@ZachsMind]

17:21 "You don't have to make a sound effect with every bend, but honestly it helps!" ~ Adam Savage 2020

[@micahshaeffer]

I love using old hard hat head baskets, with their twist and click fitment. Good secure fit.

[@TheGalacticWest]

Official quote: You don’t have to make a sound effect with every bend.

[@MrChief101]

I'm only half way through and I live in dread of those eyes opening again. Thanks a lot.

[@RealKaldrac]

An Officer And Getlemen.

[@neilperry2224]

When he was hitting the aluminum strip on the desk top, it reminded me of being back in class

[@ZachsMind]

16:20 "If you don't mind I'm doing the cutting off camera. You've seen cutting." Awwww... take us with you!

[@LandscaperLife]

The part where Adam's head mold opens its eyes got me good!

[@Sommertest]

2:02 welding sleeves are just called “leathers”.

[@KLHart]

These videos are my newest KZbin addiction. Love the content!

[@EJFXxx]

Boop Boop ... but without a sound effect, how are we to know if its actually bent or not ... Boop Boop