DAMASCUS STILETTO DAGGER!!! Part 3

[@AlecSteele]

Thank you for checking out this series! Loved this build. Now I just want to make more stilettos :') Big thank you to Nord for sponsoring this episode: Go to NordVPN.com/forge and use code FORGE to get 75% off a 3 year plan and an extra month for free. If you want to check out the Stiletto, see more photos and maybe add it to your collection, it's on the site! alecsteeleshop.com/ Thanks again!

[@turkeylegtv2757]

Alec Steele now that you made one I have to at least give it a go 👍👍👍 love your videos

[@toelintetch635]

It seems a little small for a stiletto? Did you use a specific design? Looks beautiful though great work love your stuff boys.

[@bolleborre2013]

Hey you know what would be awesome to make plate armor but decorated with Damascus

[@thomasprout9298]

Love the over sized googly eyes on the power hammer. Please tell me the bounce around when its running?!

[@JohnnyWednesday]

Dear Mr Steele - here's an idea for some future build - how about a pair of blades? or two complimentary pieces such as a shield and sword? it would be awesome to see a unified style across two different processes (a scabbard perhaps?)

[@Ohio_etsu-masu]

I'd love to see you two make a chess piece complete set from Damascus and bronze, those stiletto pieces really remind me those edges and looks.

[@Herr_Scheissemann]

Second that, sounds awesome!

[@LovelySmileyHappy]

Dont forget to craft a unique Damascus/mother of pearl board! But seriously the chess set would be incredible to see!

[@EmberTheShark]

Thats a great Idea, would also really Test their fine-work skills

[@milanlachman8645]

What about damascus and mokume gane

[@LATENIGHTHAWK01]

DITTO a demascus board as well would be legendary

[@fleimlehner]

Alecs face when Will said prison shank is so great. it just encompasses wills personality i love him

[@doughnut101]

That should be relatively inexpensive to ship. Adds display stand... Nevermind.

[@elitecpudoc329]

Truly exquisite, based on the preliminary sketches I expected this to be at least an 87 part build.

[@OlsenJonathan1]

"it's a very exquisite prison shank..."

[@treeboar2374]

Alec: yo wtf m8?

[@mattew_of_astora]

4:06 Ladies and Gentlemen welcome back to the workshop, today we'll gonna be making a damascus washer

[@quillclock]

best comment

[@jannelakkapaa6057]

The powerhammer got googly eyes!! My life is finally coming together!

[@lolgamez9171]

Time?

[@theramblingyorkshireman7877]

1.20

[@jannelakkapaa6057]

You can see it when Alec is talking about NordVPN Edit: 1:20

[@NeelsVandenBerg]

I took some time from keeping the guys out of work to upgrade the hammer. Glad someone approves ... ;)

[@janmeyer8640]

Now we just need a name for it, like Mr Pilkinton in the good old days.

[@illagevidiot8254]

Looking at what you were making early last year and then comparing it to this is insane. The progression is real.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Love the pride in craftsmanship. The whole "it's just not good enough yet", "what if we try this other idea?". Final outcome? A true piece of art.

[@ozzyvhl4793]

alec just nerding out about light and dark, with will silently nodding in the background perfectly captures the vibe these two have

[@JonMillermusic]

Man, you guys are clearly getting more comfortable working together. It's super refreshing to see people work together and be able to co-create something so incredible looking!!

[@tunesgarage]

Me after watching this: *sees triangle file* "I have plans for you..."

[@JackSilver1410]

One of the perks of bladesmithing. An old file just means a new project.

[@subhanmughal1468]

Made a stiletto with one long ago

[@austingarrett3334]

I love that I go to check out the shop and see “this elegant diamond studded stiletto is made with mosaic Damascus steel” $12,000 with $5000 deposit And then just below it “ALEC STEEL TRUCKER CAP!!!!” $25 It just fits your sense of humor perfectly

[@vladket1641]

Don't underestimate Alec. Imagine mokume gane style thin nickel and copper wire embroidered cap in merch store. I think it may cost more than 25$

[@fredkievits8992]

Nice coffee you got there Will @13:00 😂

[@Glennjamin99]

Was hoping I wasn't the only one who saw that😂😂😂😂

[@Johnathanathanathan]

Yeah, I wanted one of them to make a mention. Maybe it’s a beer, or maybe it’s a brand copyright issue.

[@Ashden96]

Lmao, they keeping it PG real hard

[@simaovasco8155]

I saw that too!!

[@johnmaliskey7951]

A beautiful work of art..... BUT What happened to the Chef's Knife Will took to Atlanta ???????????

[@burkea29]

He sold it

[@Anonarchist]

i thought it was a gift for gordon ramsay or something?

[@kevddpp]

It didn’t win, unfortunately! But I’m sure it got lots of love!

[@ZedJ2xU]

Check Will's Instagram to see the Chef testing it out with fancy cutting tricks.

[@johnmaliskey7951]

@@ZedJ2xU Don't do Instagram

[@rmh0709]

alec vs will beltbuckles!

[@ARob-bt4dr]

This is awesome

[@elchick8328]

I totally agree! How about battle of the flags? Will makes a Union Jack buckle and Alec does another Old Glory buckle?

[@krayt5875]

Most beautiful letter opener in existence, well done.

[@liamht7334]

Welcome to Alec Steele, where projects get finished in a reasonable amount of time.

[@halbritt]

Personally, I'm flabbergasted.

[@yoursexualizedgrandparents6929]

I mean, when he doesn't mess up the handle that is.

[@BigTpetty]

I cannot believe it! It’s like every time you make a piece and it looks like the best one yet! Can it get any better? Alec, Wil, and everyone else who had a hand in this, AMAZING JOB! So proud of this channel!

[@Real28]

That moment when the YT channel that used to bring in the bacon is really the delivery vessel for the art that NOW is bringing in the bacon. Great job you two! Great content and delivering awesome pieces of art to collectors. What an incredible niche you guys forged out for yourselves!

[@alphdabell]

Make a Damascus musket!!!!!! You guys could get help from a whole different set of professionals outside the blade community that would be a huggggggggggggeeeeeee project for you all definitely a test of skill 💪🏽

[@roguezown]

That's the best idea I've heard all day

[@aaronnielsen5047]

Making a cylinder with a hole mostly down the center would be a great test of skill. Edit: with lots of wood work.

[@tomskaggs7918]

Making a gun could have legal requirements?

[@roguezown]

Think of all the detail work that could be added to fittings, etching, engraving, it's got the potential to be a great project

[@patricktaylor9939]

@@tomskaggs7918 only if he makes it with a working trigger

[@neilclarkwork]

You should frame and sell the drawing too. It’s super nice.

[@saginawdan]

neilclarkwork Excellent idea, or make prints and sell them.

[@elchick8328]

Tee shirts! Put the drawing on tee shirts!!

[@sebastianlorenzo5914]

0:38 😂Alec's reaction to Will saying prison shank😂 Alec your vids are literally the best I'm so glad I discovered your channel

[@OliverStClair-zp2ls]

0:36 when Alec hears that Grade A American dark humor 😂👌🏻

[@goldgabich6863]

How about how far Will has come? He’s totally come into his own now, what a fantastic addition to the channel. Cheers guys, the piece looks great

[@halbritt]

Wholly agreed.

[@GrenadeSoul55]

Dear Will, not to worry. I got the joke right away 😂 Awesome piece, guys! 🧡 Stabbing never looked so majestic! 😊

[@johncampbell3986]

We need a compilation of Will's puns, and Alec's reactions.

[@erufukami]

I'm happy to see you finally making pieces and selling them after making the HUGE trip to the US. You took a huge leap of faith, and just now are you seeing the fruit. You're both very talented and I enjoy the youtube content, but your craft is paying off. Literally. Congrats

[@brutongaster8184]

Im actually selfishly glad that there was so much revision on that single piece because it meant so much more time and close ups to enjoy the rest of the piece.

[@tacoedits3302]

*Out with girlfriend and her family *Sees Alec Uploads "Sorry guys, I'll be right back"

[@kurtmayer2041]

*goes to the toilet *

[@matthewmitchell7707]

Oh i thought that was only me lol im such a bad bf i left her on our 3 yr anniversary to go watch the last episode of this

[@mason3229]

Not even a fu king joke. I drop everything for these uploads

[@stephanjuvik6266]

Did you buy her a stiletto?

[@matthewmitchell7707]

Stephan no i dodnt i bought her a tshirt custom print of alecs face as we both love him but it was quite akward when i came back from a 20 min pee lol

[@arnienonymous4458]

You might try suspending the bronze parts over a very warm ammonia bath, so the vapors can put a dark patina on them. Hey, it's cheap, worth an experiment for future projects. Gorgeous work, as usual.

[@Belgarath1ca]

You two are much more than smiths and blade makers, you have become serious artisans. I have been watching you grow for quite some time.

[@benmcdrury636]

One of my absolute favourite builds. You've combined blacksmithing with just the right amount of jewelry work, all in a perfect length video that had some truly spectacular editing scenes. Well done Boys

[@TheNiters]

I was thinking the same thing, that everything was getting too dark. I am so happy they went back to the polishing / buffing to bring back the "metal glow" :D

[@nieznam9251]

18:35 "And i hope we can find someone who wants - this" Hold up Everybody wants it, but not everybody can afford a piece of art like that :D DAAAAAMNN IT'S GORGEOUS

[@barmetler]

Wills bad puns wouldn't be as good without alec's reactions! lol

[@MrBobberino01]

Baxi look of the demonitized

[@grahammacbean4989]

I'm from Canada and lived in the UK for a year. Never got over how they say sat instead of sit every time. "where are you sat?" "who is sat there?" "let's make a stand for the knife to be sat in" :P

[@scarletthread4921]

*coughcoughSansandPapyruscough*

[@axelbostrom3606]

>looks at price >looks at savings >cries Damn it's so pretty, the price is obviously fair for the amount of work and materials but damn does it make my bank account cry just looking at it

[@ivarvanderstok7935]

for how much did it sell?

[@indt1648]

@@ivarvanderstok7935 according to another comment, $12,500

[@carazy123_]

ImNotDonaldTrump woahhhh I mean I understand but Freaking woah

[@torjones1701]

I maintain that this is the only legitimate use for instant coffee... Looking good guys!

[@koshey245]

Check out some European instant coffee (Kenco, Nescafe Gold). It's not quite as good as amazing coffee, but it beats most name brands/fast food coffees.

[@vincedibona4687]

Indian or Vietnamese instant coffee will blow you away. Also, take a spoon of instant, a packet of hot cocoa mix, a packet (sachet) of sugar, and a creamer, add hot water, and you have a home-boy mochaccino.

[@butsukete1806]

@@vincedibona4687 Or foam up some milk with that steam cleaner.

[@hulking_presence]

Oh shut up, there are people around who just like to put garbage in them, and it's none of your business

[@val26874]

Speaking as a Brit who pretty much only has euro coffee around, I'd recommend cafedirect or percol. Still can't beat a good french press (or aeropress in a hurry).

[@TENDRIL77]

There is a time when you need to step back, and say enough is enough.... she is beautiful, and you did a great job. Let her shine as she is. You guys do beautiful work.

[@sybrendendekker5989]

Please put a big cowboy hat on the Powerhammer

[@joeltham1979]

I can't see Will's Touchmark? Amazing work and I love the way you both get on. Both respectful of each other and lot's of humour. xxx

[@IDK_Mr.M]

Even if Will's touch Mark is not on it historically the master Smith is typically the only touchmark on a blade. Most historical blades with a touchmark from a master Smith that was produced in there shop would of been produced by there apprentice. Not to say I know the dynamics of there shop but it would provide a answer to your question / statement.

[@jimbob9714]

Final purchaser of this piece is one R. Montague from Verona Italy

[@BothHands1]

What was the final selling price?

[@ktulu193]

@@BothHands1 that was a Romeo and Juliet joke. It's still available (for $12,500)

[@jimbob9714]

@@BothHands1 40 ducats

[@BothHands1]

David oh, my bad! lol I was a STEM grad, so never got into Shakespeare much 😅

[@JennyEverywhere]

@@jimbob9714 Oh, my daughter! Oh, my ducats!

[@tomkearns1463]

Gents what a beautiful piece. Still love how you don’t just settle for any finish/look. There is a lot of thought and care that goes into all of your projects

[@HackSawSees]

Selling pretty things with a series of videos showing the making process, including mistakes and rethinks, is a satisfying business model. I hope it is going well and continues to profit you.

[@toblesspringfield3304]

"uploaded 17 seconds ago" fastest click in the west

[@juan3141]

My phone is set up to autoplay his videos as soon as they're uploaded

[@arnavbatra7529]

@@juan3141 how?

[@janmeyer8640]

@@arnavbatra7529 I think it was a joke

[@arnavbatra7529]

@@janmeyer8640 oh lol

[@janmeyer8640]

@@arnavbatra7529 I would love it if it would be a thing like you sit in class and suddenly an alac Steele video starts playing right when your writing an important exam

[@laughinghyena001]

Project request: Zulu Iklwa! A wide-bladed short sword on a short staff used to vicious, devastating effect against enemies and a fine platform to show off some lovely patterned damascus, maybe the pattern similar to the M-9 Bayonet Project.

[@CptSideSlider]

Aka assegai

[@taylor_green_9]

@@CptSideSlider Assegai refers to both the Iklwa and the older, longer version of that spear. But yes.

[@willawbailleul5264]

"hi hope we can see someone who want it" every one would want to have this stilleto dagger!

[@robertevras6577]

Alec & Will....I have been watching from the beginning back when Alec was doing web trainings....:) I love that the 2 of you found each other. The partnership you are growing is cool. Today's video was the best interactions you two have shared with us on the channel to date. It was organic and naturally flowing. That was your sweet spot fellas! Keep it up!

[@bigred675]

I'm sure glad u shined it back up for a second it looked like tarnished copper but to sandblast then polish very antiqued looking Bravo!!

[@drawlele]

Thank you Will for the prison shank joke, laughed so hard I actually hurt my side, really thank you been a while since I laughed so hard

[@juggleyourballsoff]

I watched that part 4 times and the funny thing is, Will probably told him "don't worry you are in America now you can say that" "trust me Chicago understands"

[@gunhedd5375]

Eric Elward • If they want a real shank they should start with a Damascus spoon (or a Damascus toothbrush?). 😎

[@Moondog-wc4vm]

It's so much easier to smuggle a shank into prison than a truck :-)

[@Craftswright]

Can we just appreciate the fact that the more time Will spends around Alec the more effortlessly coiffed his hair is? 😂

[@Bennet2391]

It would be really interesting to see how you would make a european longsword with all the experience you've gained from the viking sword and the cavalry saber.

[@kylecarey934]

Really cool to see you go from functional pieces to arms and then to decorative things it’s awesome to see your skill sets both of y’all are my hero’s always improving always working to get better.

[@TaziH3ro]

I've been working all day and came home to settle into another episode of the Alec and Will channel. But seriously the face Alec made when will said "prison shank" made my day. I had to rewatch it like 7 times! Keep up the good work guys!!!

[@jamesschlup2609]

SOOOO glad you went polished bronze!!!

[@snakeguydark1080]

Hey Alec, I challenge you to find there weirdest sword in history and forge it.

[@ARob-bt4dr]

It was liked by him so he'll probably do it

[@koloth5139]

Not sure it would be the weirdest in history but a flamberge would be quite the challenge.

[@NinjaMG]

@@koloth5139 Flamberge, yes! And minimum 25 parts!

[@deevexneekcraft]

@@NinjaMG Minimum 20 mins per episode :)

[@zulfikranzulmos4066]

Find there?

[@q......]

LMAO... I clicked to see how much it was, saw $500. thought... That's all? Seems like it would be more than that. Then noticed that was just the down payment. 13k for the dagger for those that are curious.

[@petararmbruster5039]

Damn, pricey but worth it, such a beautiful custom art piece

[@zumbazumba1]

@@petararmbruster5039 Its beautifull and ugly at same time,its all machined,perfectly simetrical -and thats where the ugly part begins,its boring,no hand touch ,no mistakes it looks like something that is produced in 10.000 peaces on a CNC machine.For me at least thats what makes something handcrafted so beautiful.

[@maz7621]

do you know much much the cavalry sabre sold for?

[@q......]

@@maz7621 $19,500 as per their site. Seems like this was a much better investment in time, as it didn't take as long to complete. But you can argue that they got other value from it as well in learning how to cast, and a few other skills they can put into other projects. The Viking Sword was around 21k for those that are curious.

[@lore4644]

@@q...... if those are real diamond then there s not such profit

[@theoriginalbuggins]

No question, best item you've made to date. I'm really hoping to keep watching you guys over the coming years. I can't wait to find out just how good you can get.

[@BlazeOGlory]

I really dig that with the super black etch on the Damascus and the mirror finish on the copper. It looks amazing.

[@MrFailMouse]

Does Will have a groovy little icon-touchmark? or is it just the name-etch he does? I want a Will touch mark creation episode please :D

[@metalman7825]

18:08 will is about to find out how effective the three blades are

[@carazy123_]

Hahaha

[@williamsemon5160]

You should do the Grimm Reaper's scythe

[@scarletthread4921]

*laughs in future*

[@infantjones]

I'd love to see more rubies in future pieces, especially on ones with coffee etched damascus, and pieces utilizing brass/gold. That red pairs with those colors really well and could turn out a beautiful piece. I absolutely loved how the final piece turned out btw! The antique polish turned out much better than the patina in my opinion, really didn't see that coming. Great job!

[@Zunip182]

What a beautiful piece. How could anyone thumbs down this? Sorry that nothing in life will ever make you happy. Alec and Will my only criticism is that I wish the videos had a little more explanation to draw them out! You guys are the best, keep it up!

[@koloth5139]

So glad you polished the bronze back to a brighter color. It was looking way to dark. Price it not to bad either, almost makes me want to raid my savings. Almost.

[@pietropilla7616]

do you know for how much did it sold?

[@koloth5139]

@@pietropilla7616 About $12,500.

[@stonee1968]

Glad you heard me screaming from Alabama to stay with the shiny finish..

[@saadbrouki]

Best choice is to shining the bronze very good work amazing ❤️❤️❤️🥇🥇

[@juliannaperrella9209]

Absolutely love third triblade dagger! It’s gorgeous just gorgeous! Huge fan of Damascus steel! Job beautifully done!

[@EviLincoln]

I love your Damascus projects. You can see how much you've improved over the years. I would be interested in seeing you make armor of some sort. Gauntlet(s), a helmet, or going for gold and making a chest piece. Maybe one day.

[@heelf5277]

Was that beer inside the mug????? (I HOPE IT WAS)

[@ugokpel292]

Definitely was

[@zan831]

Everytime Will interrupts with a comment Alec's reaction is priceless hahaha

[@ransua17]

Imagine how it would have looked if they had made the bronze pieces out of Mokume gane instead.

[@BothHands1]

Ooooooh, that wouldda been amazing!

[@ransua17]

@@BothHands1 that would have been beautiful

[@johnmcvickar5305]

Not good. It would have had too many patterns. Plain steel+makume gane=good Damascus steel+bronze=good Damascus+makume=bad

[@IMGDirect]

The only thing I wish is that these videos were longer. Love you guys. Could watch you all dayyeee

[@donnieross344]

the piece turned out really nice. you are one heck of a craftsman to be such a young person. i would love to see you make a short sword with out using all the fancy tools you have. using the power hammer to forge the billet is one thing , but hand forge the rest. using the basic tools to make the finished blade

[@harryking4756]

How long before everything in Alec’s house has a diamond pavé setting? place your bets now... Awesome build guys, that dagger looks amazing.

[@SteveB357]

Make a Roman pugio (dagger) and gladius (18-20 inch sword) between the two, the 30+inch swords of the French and British were beaten more times than not. Both elegant, efficient designs.

[@sebastianduffek9397]

Guys you realy should make an exquisite and sick ass looking muzzle loader flint lock pistol. I could not even imagine how great this one would look like.

[@matthewcondon1985]

Why make only one when you can make two dueling pistols? And make the fancy case to put them in.

[@Cameron_OKG]

Thank God you filmed this in a format that everyone can watch . Thanks for all the great videos

[@themobleys]

Sold before I could finish the video! Absolutely beautiful workmanship. Great job guys! Really enjoyed watching this as I SATIN my chair.

[@Alex-qm7ve]

This piece ranks up there with the cavrely saber for me, sorry the saber is still #1 for me😀. 10/10 for a 3 parter though. Keep up the amazing work Alec

[@welldigger6423]

It’d be nice to know what this treasure sold for! I found prices for the Sabre and swordbreaker

[@theramblingyorkshireman7877]

Wait a minute........are those giant googlie eyes on the power hammer? 👁👁😂🤣

[@theramblingyorkshireman7877]

1.20 as Alec first talks about Nord VPN

[@TinysTastys]

Yep neels from black dragon forge put those on there before he left

[@fredkillingsworth8795]

Yes.

[@redlionforge9173]

I’m just blown away by the quality of this build guys!

[@jross5995]

Damn guys that thing is stunning, easily in the top 5 best pieces I've seen alec make. Well done as always you 2!

[@zcrazyg9114]

Yes! Chess pieces would be amazing with their skills!

[@fuckthedumbsh1t]

You really need to get someone onboard to do a secondary video for leather and wood working Specifically in the sheath, scabbard, and other practical cases, displays, and such.

[@garrettthomas5039]

yeah i agree, his display was lacking for sure for this dagger. just a big hunk of steel.

[@nooneyouknowhere6148]

Kinda like the northmen guild. Maybe a freedom guild?

[@isaac2990]

That would be a great second channel actually

[@BigKarl519]

OTF switchblade would be a awesome project. MT HB155

[@zachell1991]

So glad you polished it back up, looks way better.

[@WesleyJolly]

I love that you put all of those lovely links in the description, might you consider adding a link to part one and part two in the third video of a three part series.

[@weedconesuer]

Man I remember when a series for one weapon was like 20 videos long.. good memories 😢😂

[@adamp7545]

Just a thought, but maybe remake some of the older projects, seeing what you can add to them with the experience you have gained since.

[@BossBattle21]

"Pateenering" just became my new favorite word for today.

[@dustinbrandel59]

The pattern weld u put on the chefs knife is my favorite. Here's why. The best, most skillfull warriors, especially samurai, would have blood on only the first 6 inches of their blade. The Damascus pattern of the chefs knife would serve so very well, in trying to perform bladesmanship with such accuracy. With all love and respect I say, pls make a sword with it, whether Japanese or European or whatever! Much love from the us!

[@connormackinnon4011]

For jewellery purposes I was always taught to clean the pieces very thoroughly with a toothbrush after sand blasting as embedded particles can absorb oil from your hands! Might be worth trying out!

[@dudiedude6033]

Yes, Perfect ice pick for my whiskey sours!

[@eliasaamot573]

Aaannnd your channel is now demonitized. Seriously tho you guys are really amazing, your work and enthusiasm are superb

[@_ForceSmash_]

@Nefariotic PewdieKenTic for the prison shank part and the "hard to fix" part

[@_ForceSmash_]

@justin rogers it is a joke in fact

[@taylorburch7761]

“Built a nice washer” was my initial reaction to seeing the spacer haha

[@brett_kendrick82]

I think itd be dope to watch you guys work on a nice samurai sword.

[@RenoLewis]

If you'd like to be able to maintain any given finish (such as the recessed patina, the bight polishes, etc), look into Renaissance Wax. It's great stuff.