How to forge damascus steel: Step by step. AUTINE and bladesmith John Neeman

This is my second "how to" video. At this time I wanted to show a technique for damascus steel forging and knife making.
I hope that this video will encourage someone to start forging and carry on old traditions of craftsmanship.
Also, I wanted to thank everyone who appreciated my first video. Your kind words helps and motivates me to make more stuff like this in the future.
Big thanks to Elvijs Viskers who made this video.
JohnNeeman.com or AutineTools.com
AutineTools
Music: The Glitch Mob - Bad Wings

[@FalseCynic]

It is always a pleasure to watch someone who is a master at their craft doing their thing.

[@StevenYang506]

That is an incredible blade, and watching a master craftsman at work is just as much of a privilege!

[@TsmithJustin]

Mr. Neeman. You, sir, are a master of your craft. I commend you on the passion that shows in your work! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@Thereisnosp00000n]

Words cannot describe the beauty of this knife. I've always loved the Damascener style blades and this is a great video showing how it's done.

[@DreadedInc]

The production value of this video is absolutely amazing, I cared nothing about forging anything I came here for Glitch mob and was glued to my chair. Great selection on song Great Camera work Great Editing

[@dsawyer4570ds]

Not only is this educational, it is extremely entertaining. Not to mention, inspiring. Thank you sir. Oh yes! Please make more videos!!

[@davidian7787]

Always beautiful to watch blacksmithing. For the folks years ago to do this without power tools and equipment is an amazing achievement. You can see why such things were worth a fortune.

[@chasestump5125]

Damn man, my respect. It is one thing to make something, its another to make something and show others how its done.

[@Marting7831]

wow, came for the music and stayed for an incredible video. great work

[@nicojuarez3558]

that is not a knife, that's a piece of art! Marvelous!

[@gliss1404]

Thak You John for the awesome video! It is like watching a an artist making his masterpiece. I probably would of never seen this process in my life. Thanks!

[@barrymills326]

wow what a wonderful explanation I am a wheelchair user and used to be a plastic designer so I love to see how old tradition artistic work like this is done thank you so much for the video I wish I could do this myself you are very lucky

[@davidbritton6373]

Wanted to learn what Damascus Steel is and how a knife is made and this documentary did the trick, Thanks!

[@0Genus0]

This has been one of the most intensely satisfying and most interesting videos I have watched on this site. Good job.

[@Bluemuse182]

That was he coolest thing I've ever seen. Such beautiful craftsmanship.

[@RTX94]

Such craftsmanship! I was glued to the screen the entire time. If only there was some workshop I could attend to learn such a craft. Absolutely beautiful piece.

[@clantonaw]

absolutely impressive..well put together, crisp and clear. Beautiful craftsmanship...Thanks for that. I will watch that one several times.

[@mxpopeye]

Janis. You sir are a true master craftsman. Thank you for the videos.

[@ohhaiderhowisyou]

Simply immaculate. You're an outstanding bladesmith John!

[@blakesuggs2866]

I bought my wife a 10.5" Autine chef's knife made by John for Christmas (this exact model, except larger), and we are absolutely thrilled with it. We are considering ordering a full kitchen set from him very soon. The quality of craftsmanship is amazing as is the beauty and cutting ability of the knife. Razor sharp and there's no sign of slowing down. Despite having fairly sophisticated sharpening equipment, there has yet to be a need for it. Great product John! Can't wait to order/own more of your beautiful work.

[@MaxVonPaul]

really enjoyed re-watching this. this video was what got me into bladesmithing and i have never been happier.

[@Look2TheSkyy]

Man that was awesome, I've been searching all over the web looking up blacksmithing, I took welding all four years of high school, and I'm very eager to start hand forging my own knives as a hobby. This video really motivated me to get started. Thank you.

[@keishafabio]

TheGlitchMob brought me here via their facebook post & I'm grateful that they did! :) Learn something new every day! Much respect & love to all these craftsmen. True Art teaches us SO many things! :D Cheers!

[@brodinzero]

I appreciate that you took the time to demonstrate this art. The quality and craftsmanship was remarkable

[@davidnguyen7486]

This video inspired me to make my first knife. On my second one currently, and I always come back to this video to bring back that inspiration. Thanks for putting this out there.

[@reese1011]

Outstanding video My family and I watch Johns videoes while we eat supper

[@edengate1]

Oh my! I almost cried here. Please, PLEASE, you should make a "how to" for sword like the chinese swords blade!

[@thetornpapers]

Amazing video. Very educational. I also appreciate that you captioned it. Thank you for taking your time with this video and sharing it with us all.

[@oldironsfury]

Thank you so much for that video, I bought my first hammer, and a wood fired forge and a old anvil . I can't wait to start learning the old irons ways !

[@kirillknyazev1795]

НЕЙМОВІРНО!!!!! найкрасивіший дамаск який я бачив!

[@dcgud]

This is one of the best videos I've seen put together on process of creation. I was mesmerized the entire time. That was the best blacksmithing process I've ever seen. Beautiful work, from both sides of the camera.

[@KaisuiTatsu]

My spouse has been wanting to forge steel for a while now, but we live in a residential area so it would annoy a lot of people, We are planning on moving out of town soon so a forge will be built then. :) Thank you so much for posting the video, it is a great window into the processes. Your craftsmanship is thorough and amazing!

[@aussiemaarten]

Cool, I'm a 16 year old blacksmith / knife maker. I'm going to try my first damascus knife this weekend. Very nice video!!

[@jeremiahhuson8458]

As a small time toolsmith/blacksmith I appreciate your level of craftsmanship and polish. Very nice knife. I hope you a re feeling well after your accident. Take care and happy forging.

[@chocolatedaddeh]

John your videos and craftmanship inspire me everyday to do the best possible work I can. I hope i can be as great as you one day. please, continue with the how to videos they are some of the best, and it is great to learn from someone so insightful

[@Rock_Whisky]

Seriously THE BEST VIDEO I HAVE EVER SEEN!

[@ThePband]

Ridiculously beautiful. I would love to be a craftsman; your soul is imprinted on everything you make.

[@BluesLetterMan]

That knife gives me the chills man! what a beautiful piece!

[@RedFatCat78]

Amazing how that thick piece of steel in the beginning turns out to be so thin in the end result.... thanx for the video... grts

[@shaunaspden-burdan9533]

Wow, I'm just thinking of getting into making custom blades after 10 years of welding, and I can only hope i can become half as good one day. amazing work.

[@stevemcrae7216]

Outstanding workmanship!!! Please do other videos. I am in the process of setting up my own blacksmithing workshop. This is MOST inspiring....

[@tri-forceblades3123]

I love watching you work and I learn from watching. More videos please!!!!

[@Hannah-451]

Gorgeous! Thankyou for showing the vacuum chamber step! It's the first time I've seen it, and will definitely implement one!

[@nobilismaximus]

More, lots more! The production value is superb!

[@janisnimanis7001]

Thanks! We love what we do and we also enjoy your music! So: good music + forging steel = this video

[@scottkirstein3986]

mutha fuka?!! man i have got to hang out with this man for about 6 months. thats super sweet. welder by choice, millwright by trade, and one day god willing i can pick up blacksmith. my hats of to you sir, nice shop, nice work

[@bronzeddante4385]

I have watched this video 4 times now in the last 3 days! I am definitely starting my own forge hopefully in the next year or so. I can't believe there is anything so calming and empoering like forging raw metal into something like this! Can't wait for the next video.

[@100djvox]

gorgeus knife! i'm lost for words. u are a true craftman John. i wish u all the luck and my good be with u

[@ProximoK]

Just started making knives. Working with a full tang on a file knife and wanted to see the way you make handles. Super helpful thank you so much.

[@ScarletcraneThHunter]

Being an engineer and having a decent understanding of the theory behind smithing the subject has always fascinated me. This video was a joy to watch, congratulations to the smith as well as the one who put the footage together. Also the choise of music is superb.

[@jacopgame3068]

hi im jaco im a novice black smith i allways wanted to learn the long and hopfully lasting art of black smithing im so thankfull for ur help to forge damascus steal and i hope u carry on making ur videos ur my inspration to fire up my forge and smash the steal to hopefully make a one of a kind item so thank u for the inspration

[@danielblois652]

Amazing craftsmanship. It is truly a form of art.

[@hooligan566]

Wow,just wow...beautiful craftsmanship!

[@muzicman47]

Excellent video. Shows what a lot of work can accomplish! BRAVO!

[@luis21598]

I am incredibly jealous of both your workshop and skills. Great video and knife!

[@musiconislands]

It's amazing the hours of work that go to a kitchen knife.

[@larrylewislarry]

Serious craftsmanship there. Awesome skill and ability. It must be a very satisfying way to earn a living.

[@nikkonaa]

I am glad you took the effort to make this video and the other, it makes me want to work in forging in my future. I will be a farrier someday, and bladesmithing could be a fun carryover from horseshoeing. Thank you for putting your beautiful craftsmanship into the world. I will be at woodworking school the next few years so I hope to someday use your tools and, eventually forge my own.

[@GuntisBrencans]

Lettisches Warenzeichen! Danke Džonim!

[@NorStarBlade]

you sir are a true master at your craft, i really wish i could do what you do. i have a passion for knives and would love to be able to work with my hands designing my own.

[@1USASOLDIER]

Bad-ass. Beautiful blade, awesome video, cool music. This is a master craftsman getting it done. We have to bring this way of making things back. I love the dedication to the blade steel. Absolutely awesome.

[@Trollsky]

Great movie . Unique skills mate !:)

[@Tobby4063]

My favourite knife making video. I even like the music.

[@HIMISOCOOL]

Forging is a timeless art Love it!

[@chrisdaly3261]

That is one of the most beautiful blades I've ever seen.

[@coleroyce]

love the video, thanks for posting. today everything is so low quality and disposable. glad to see something of such quality that will last a life time +.

[@mabsalom1]

This is without doubt one of the best artisan videos I've seen. I can't decide which was better - the craftsmanship or the video.

[@MrAganger]

your work is beautiful and i know the workmanship you take would make anyone honored to use your blades.

[@sambonura6045]

Handcrafted brilliance, wow, just wow.

[@drewsales]

Craftsmanship like this is becoming more and more rare as the world turns to other sources but this is truly magnificent work that won't easily be duplicated. Thank you for sharing your hard work.

[@MidwestDavesGoldProspecting]

Anvil purchased and making room in garage to build forge. Thanks for the video !

[@adrianradford9519]

Best how to video on Damascus steel forging and welding etc I've seen on KZbin and I've been searching for a while, keep up the good work mate.

[@bradymcphail9690]

this is the 3rd time I've watched this video. it is fantastic! I hoped you would do this on a regular basis. though I'm a beginner making knives, I've made my living as a welder/fabricator for 40 years. I'm starting a new journey, designing and building custom outdoor kitchens and living spaces. Mastering blacksmithing and bladesmithing is a part of that journey. thank you for your videos, and please consider doing many many more.

[@fenrirhowls9028]

Please make more of these "how to" videos, they are great. Awesome camera work too

[@brownmark6615]

I had to subscribe. I've been really getting interested in forging myself a knife recently. So, I appreciate the how to's in blacksmithing.

[@jetlaged7549]

after watching this video and being a carpenter of 12 years, i think i want to start making knives now

[@MantisRay861]

Awesome video! I like that you added captions to explain each step.

[@phillippoff557]

WoW! I am speechless. I want to learn how to do this now!

[@pgame20]

I think.......yep, that is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen. Amazing, AMAZING work. Can't wait to see future videos.

[@lucasharrison-zdenek5860]

You have inspired me to begin learning how to forge art from raw steel. I love your damascus work as well as the way you make axes. Please keep making videos for those of us who want to learn the old craftsman methods of forging.

[@randybaublitz5659]

I'm new into knife making & your video is awe inspiring, truly a craftsman, great job!!

[@MrMaguyver]

That was some of the most beautiful craftsmanship I've ever seen. It's amazing what we can make with our bare hands.

[@mwvanwyk]

Absolutely loved this video. Thank you for the time and effort in doing this video.

[@allesichkann]

Another great and inspiring video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent!!!

[@3091181]

Incredible craftsmanship.

[@BrachioMentis]

Very inspiring and intriguing! Time is not the issue a place the tools are! Good work!

[@nix1747]

These two vids are awesome, great craftsmanship. Maximum respect for you man.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Awesome video from the real John Neeman Channel :) Best regards, from a Danish guy living In Russia.

[@40footgiantowl]

what a beautiful knife and such awesome skills. i truly wish i had the chance to do this. great vid

[@JagTigerIV]

Please post another video. I really enjoy both your videos and I think you are very skilled. Top job

[@timeurico]

man, thank you so much for this video.. Me and and other 2 guys are to start forging, and that video sure encouraged and helped us... Really, thanks.

[@18kacperos]

One of the bests movies about how to make damascus knife ever seen ! Thanks a lot for theory mixed with video it helped me a lot ;)

[@ProximoK]

It is truly awe inspiring to watch you work. The video was also VERY well crafted.

[@conleycustomironwork3227]

The outcome of a master craftsman

[@NeoShocker]

Beautiful blade! A fellow eve player directed me to your video and I am in awe. I want the blade so I can show off to my fellow chefs!

[@PirateRyou]

This is a masterpiece. no doubt.

[@askthemustache]

Your work is amazing and has inspired me to start learning blacksmithing!

[@danieloshaunessy3977]

It's time for a career change. Thanks for the awesome video.

[@stefankeet]

Great video, and fantastic skills, thanks for making this movie!

[@Soniqe1984]

You're a great craftsman, greetings from Poland! Great video and excellent music. Give us more similar videos