Blacksmith Hammer Handle From Billet

[@peckjor]

Reminds me of the old vids that I subscribed for in the first place.

[@erxkeel]

+Jordan Peck ^^ This.

[@jnjarvis1]

These are some of my favorite videos, no words. The craftsman with his tools and the artist with their camera angles tells the whole story

[@randywraith]

Even though Cody may never admit it, he's an artist. His work, these videos, seemingly everything he does is a work of art.

[@chrishanssen1980]

Sometimes you are a bit preachy, sometimes I find your series go on a bit too much but my god you know how to make a handle making video. Love how relaxing, interesting and accessible you make this seem. You have turned it into a pleasure.

[@scotthill6807]

Over the years I watched you make handles for various tools and you just keep getting better and better. I always enjoy them. Thank you.

[@brianchaffee8974]

It might sound silly but, simple videos like that make me feel peaceful. Thank you for sharing your time and for the care you put in to your work.

[@wranglerstar]

+Brother Hiram thank you

[@randyc5650]

I think this is one of your best videos. Less talk and all action. Your explanatory notes helped with the less talk part and the music was great. Don't get me wrong. I'm a fan. I'm not for no talk, just less. Thanks.

[@MIgardener]

A wonderful work of art Cody. I love the attention to detail and the palm swell on that hammer is beautiful!

[@williamhammack8062]

It is a pleasure to see the impact Casey Niestat has had on your film making. I enjoy your work. Thank you

[@wranglerstar]

+Mike Hammack thank you

[@zackally828]

I'm so glad you posted this, I'm a stonemason and I just bought a new 3lb hammer head from Trow & Holden I didn't care for the handles they sell I prefer about an 8 1/2" long handle and want to make my own, this video has given me the inspiration and motivation to do so......just gotta find some hickory stock. Thank you

[@GraceOfGuadalupe]

I'll say this again .... This is so relaxing to watch! Well done Cody!

[@theoneandonlyowl3764]

Nice bit of dual artistry in both handle design and film; lovely to watch.

[@JohnTalbot-k6xi]

There are times in life that does not require a Play by Play; Thanks The art of craftsmanship speaks for itself

[@ekevanleeuwen8964]

Different but interesting without music. You become better and better in filming with every video!

[@matthewpike6426]

You know I when back and watched the back to basics series and it was just as good now as it was then; It's hard to believe how the channel has grown since then. Great video.

[@dsmoov2]

Great video! I could watch videos like this all day for some reason.

[@williamhowk6743]

Don't get me wrong. I enjoy most of your videos..and I especially like ones like this, with no dialoge. Quiet and thoughtful story telling...well done

[@ecleveland1]

It was very relaxing watching the handle take shape. The whole process was very enjoyable, it really takes the edge off the stressful day. Thanks

[@matthewpike6426]

You know I when back and watched the back to basics series and it was just as good now as it was then; It's hard to believe how the channel has grown since then. great video.

[@matthewgarrison644]

Simply elegant.

[@jacobhilton8891]

"power tools?! Cody dont need no stinking power tools!"

[@HOSSMCGILLICUTTI]

Glad you reminded us of the proper species of wood too use on a wooden handled lever tool Cody, thanks. I heard some people use Ash, for even much longer, more stressed swinging type tools. Ash is great for a perfectly straight handle, But no other hardwood splits more easily. It's splitting properties are very similar to cedar. Great job. Thanks for sharing Cody

[@tommurdoch2989]

Ash has been used in Europe for thousands of years for tool handles. Only in recent years we've been getting American hickory. The hickory is stronger but some traditional tool makers still prefer Ash, I'm not sure if European ash and American ash are the same.

[@HOSSMCGILLICUTTI]

Yes, we know this. It was a reference to an inside joke. We have white ash and black ash here in the adirondack mountains. I own a sawmill and actually sell white ash, or swamp ash. Most black ash goes to making large and small baskets and backpacks and such, very flexible when beaten to a pulp. Yet super strong and long lasting.

[@SteveandDawn]

+HOSSMCGILLICUTTI I'd like to know where on the West Coast he's getting the hickory. Maybe by mail from the east?

[@tommurdoch2989]

+HOSSMCGILLICUTTI Thanks Hoss, (fraxinus excelsior) common ash is found across Europe, from the Artic circle to Turkey. It's the most common tree in the British Isles but is currently under threat from disease. its great for furniture, tool and sports handles. It also makes the perfect firewood, it burns hot for a long time and you can burn it green. I still don't know the difference between our ash and yours as we only have the one here as a native tree.

[@HOSSMCGILLICUTTI]

Ya east coast. Probably Not Tennessee, hate to say it but thats a sales gimmick. But, they have big fir and western pine. Big red Cedar.

[@sethgthomas]

This really helped to put me in a state of peace when needed this afternoon. Perfect timing. Thank you Wranglerstar!

[@wranglerstar]

+Seth Thomas Thanks Seth.

[@byront37]

Beautiful work. I admire your ability to do such work. Not a word said just the actions of your hands and tools. Simply beautiful

[@budmoore8144]

Great video super nice handle true craftsmanship at its finest

[@wakeupgeoff]

These videos are great. I prefer just watching and hearing the natural sounds without having everything explained. So relaxing. Thanks :)

[@tuxb0x]

Somebody watched Diresta's fireman's axe video...

[@nrvous6]

I liked this video a lot. It was a good change of pace. I love the usual stuff on the channel, but every once in a while, the move back to something quiet and simple is refreshing. Thanks for the content!

[@FallofanEmpireBand]

Love this video style. I dig the talking ones also, but this one was just a pleasure to watch from start to finish. Well done.

[@Chris.Davies]

I'm so glad I watched this one. Thank you. I was looking on how to hand form a hammer handle, and I have the exact same tool, and also a vintage Stanley X3C spoke shaver. I have never used either, as they were inherited from my Dad when he died recently. I think I'll use my little 25cm bandsaw to get the initial shape.

[@powershagler6993]

You have a real talent when it comes to making these handles. I am always amazed when I watch you widdle away at a blank and turn it into such a beautiful and purposeful creation. God has blessed you in more ways than you know!

[@christophermusgrave3105]

I really like the silent video...simple and classy. Btw just finished the book "Modern Homesteading. I really enjoyed getting to know all of you through it. I especially enjoyed walking with you through the story of your spiritual journey. Special kudos to Mrs.Wranglerstar on the book.

[@badwulfstudio]

Great video Cody, letting the craft itself do the talking... beautiful work.

[@PyroShim]

These kind of videos are so enjoyable. Watching you work with wood is fantastic.

[@Gotafish1]

+PyroShim totally agree

[@jacoblrussell]

Very enjoyable video, thanks for posting it. I enjoy the peaceful stories from time to time.

[@kyle_noseworthy]

Excellent video! Currently restoring a True Temper roofing hatchet and this is exactly the style of coke bottle handle I had in mind. I'll be using birch, as hickory is pretty hard to get in my area (and too expensive to order! haha).

[@scottjenkins4613]

What a pleasurable 4 minutes! Thanks for the video.

[@trevorwarren7984]

Nice work Cody....absolute pleasure to watch....God bless.

[@E.lectricityNorth]

Love these quiet tool-making vids Cody. Beautiful job for a nice little hammer handle.

[@mitchellstump6730]

Loved the video, thanks. Any chance you could tell me/us who that was singing, it would be greatly appreciated.

[@Engineer1445]

Very smooth and relaxing. Thank you. Just what I needed for my lunch video. I enjoy all your videos but this and your getting back to basics(? The video where you square and joint a log using the traditional tools) are my favorites. Thank you.

[@danmorrison9712]

Beautifully shot and edited. The audio quality is awesome as well, I enjoy the relaxing sounds of the woodshop. I had a wooden spokeshave just like yours, with the worn down concave area in front of the blade. It was usable in this condition, but took some mighty thick shavings if I wasn't careful with it. I cut a notch into the beech wood to remove the section of the wood that was worn out and inlayed a new piece of hardwood to repair the area, it cut much better after that!

[@thenorthwestpreppers4457]

there is such beauty in work like this, Thanks Cody!

[@twuuwttwu]

I love your videos! there is something really poetic about it, the music of the intro, the way you work with only hand tools, like a really traditional way. I really appreciate this about all your videos. Thx for sharing!

[@alvindueck8227]

Beautiful craftsmanship, Cody.

[@wranglerstar]

+Alvin Dueck Thank you Alvin.

[@BarryHull]

Good one Wranglestar. Thank you.

[@ashersinz]

I like to see these type's of videos from you simple to understand. like " Something from nothing" or "How to make a leather axe sheath" .

[@kjellare]

Lovely little hammer, nice handle . looking forward to more blacksmithing videos from you ;) thanks for posting ...

[@stylianos9814]

love this kind of video peace and quiet

[@hsbro1]

Camera angles are perfect in this video!

[@buckshot0203]

getting pretty artsy fartsy with these videos now... lol nice job looks great!

[@ColdFlame23]

Of all the videos you've done, Cody, this one is among my favourites. It reminds me very much of the Neeman Tools videos, which I adore. Simplicity is sometimes the greatest beauty. Thank you for sharing.

[@ataarjomand]

Everything beautifully done. Thanks

[@GabbyBillNumberOne]

I wish I knew what became of my spoke shave, gave it away I think, now I really wish I had it back. Never knew how versatile a tool it is. Now that I've gotten the bug to resurrect old axes and hammers it would be good to have one again.Gabby

[@NathanLampinen]

Inspiring! I love these videos! Thank you for taking the time to produce them. I have learned so much from you and your family.

[@TheWidgetWorks]

Very nice, I half expected it to be aluminum from the billet in the title. I guess that was probably mil spec aerospace grade billet hickory though ;) That was a really nice format for a nice quick video while I have my morning coffee.

[@wranglerstar]

+Widget Works Manufacturing Inc. Thank you. The term billet does not only apply to aluminum,

[@DoctorBill]

+Wranglerstar Very peaceful video. I loved it.

[@Ruger41mag]

Just finished doing the same with a ball pein hammer that has to be over 100 yrs old. BLO and hickory - nice !

[@Scotta1atgmaildotcom]

Awesome work, my brother! God bless.

[@jayson_da_ruler]

I have watched almost all of your videos. I would put this one in the top 10 easy! Keep it up Cody.

[@wyattmacdonald6570]

Wood-shop projects are officially back.

[@HikeandgoSeek]

Beautiful video, love the spokeshave... Can't wait to see you make the Paul sellars rabbet plane (please)

[@wranglerstar]

+HikeandgoSeek Thank you. I'll be uploading a video review of this spoke shave tomorrow,

[@virginiadavis8588]

silent craftsman theater. I do love these vids, thank you.

[@deckum23]

very much reminds me of Jimmy Direstas videos.

[@Russworld1]

Awesome and beautiful , how can people not like this video?

[@scottwheeler6113]

Thanks for the video my brother 🙏 love it

[@teamantleraddicts]

Beautiful video!

[@azza-in_this_day_and_age]

sweet palm swell, you made it look so easy too! nicely done mate

[@paulbulleyment]

Great little hammer you have done thank you and keep up the great work.

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Great video, the simplest ones are always the most inspiring. Is there any need to use the same wood species for the wedge or can it be any harder wood? i.e could you use a contrasting walnut?

[@cameronmcpeak5183]

Iv actually read that a softer wood IE poplar is a better choice as softer woods bite more and will expand more when linseed oiled.

[@wranglerstar]

+Cameron McPeak Poplar is not a better choice than Hickory or say Ash,

[@cameronmcpeak5183]

(IE poplar) meaning a wood a bit softer than the handled wood. This will allow the grain from the handle material bite into the wedge for a higher friction hold. Now of course the only difference would probably be that a hardwood wedge may bounce more upon installation. And that a softwood wedge fills the voids between the handle and wedge better. Its really more personal preference than anything.

[@cameronmcpeak5183]

also a little handle hack. if you use a contrasted piece of wood for the wedge like walnut or poplar (Poplar works fine if you use a good quality wood) not the crappy ones you usually use in handles. the contrast between the two woods will help if you need to remove the wedge for some reason, because you can see the different color shavings.

[@LifeinFarmland]

You would almost think you have done that before. :) Great job, thanks for sharing!

[@billjaquith5251]

love all the tools, great video.

[@cowsofsuffolk2297]

That was a work of art. Nice job

[@tuplin8649]

I think you handled that well... Great job! without your videos I would go crazy over here in Abu Dhabi, I can never get back to the family and homestead fast enough. Thanks again!

[@elvisdepelvis4431]

Moving away from casey nested-style to a more diresta-style of film making. I guess. I like the way you explore to find your own style/voice :)

[@wranglerstar]

+Jeroen Pauwels What is diresta?

[@stevenhardy2898]

+Jeroen Pauwels Or check out the work of Peter White in the Philippines...no music, no narration but absolutely fantastic to watch(Rural life in the Philippines)

[@RestauraresiReparatii]

+Wranglerstar.................. youtube channel probably

[@tubbz691]

+Wranglerstar Well sir, Jimmy Diresta is another craftsman such as yourself. He crafts thing more as a buisiness and as art though. There is an argument online about who does things the better way, Wranglerstar or Diresta. PErsonally I see the merits in both ways, especially since you are doing things for different reasons. I would suggest you go and look at direstas videos sir. I think you may actually enjoy them and have the time to watch since they are typically short vids. I have a great amount of respect for you both and have seen every one of both. Just keep on being yourself, we love you for your style and who you are, as we do everyone we subscibe to.

[@Matthew-mq6fz]

+tubbz691 If you watch closely, this video seems like a response to Diresta's firemans axe video...

[@jessew5152]

Excellent as always. I really like that little hammer.

[@AndreaArzensek]

Beautiful workmanship!

[@wranglerstar]

+Andrea Arzensek thanks

[@jbosarge29]

Beautiful. That is all that needs to be said.

[@BAF6261]

I love these videos sir. just you workin on a project with one of your favorite songs playin. thats how I work. just makes for a nice video to watch. thank you.

[@scottschwartz5876]

I enjoy these videos when it's just plan content. No begging for tools with small hints , likes, subscribers, money, book buying, store buying, shirt buying. The youtube of old when it was like hangout with a friend or neighbor without having to pay them, or them trying to convince you that their "job" is you hangout with them. Great video.

[@robbaker336]

Great video - thank you!! Very captivating!

[@mckinnon421]

Nice work Cody...really enjoyed

[@hevychevy87]

Another classic! Love these videos!

[@TheMrAHead]

+wranglerstar It would be nice if you added what the music is in your videos into the info below it. Thanks

[@wranglerstar]

+Aaron Aneloski That's part of the channel - guessing the music. If you check the comments people list the artist - you can likely find it there...MrsW

[@TheMrAHead]

I used "sound hound" and did a google search of the lyrics and came up with nothing.

[@TheMrAHead]

I read quite a few of the comments but will look a bit more

[@TheMrAHead]

+varun009 same as I got

[@wranglerstar]

+varun009 I'm sorry. I actually don't know or I'd tell you. Cody's not with me right now. MrsW

[@mpezzi]

The videos with no talking are nice and relaxing

[@tuplin8649]

I think you handled that pretty well... great work as always sir. I have all the time in the world over here in Abu Dhabi, but when I am home, its full time homesteading (our version) ;) thank you for keeping me entertained. Work hard, stay humble. cheers

[@glenwaldner7178]

Wow Cody, You make that look so easy..

[@ArtDevil85]

Beautiful work!

[@DraaxLP]

I have often seen you seat the heads by holding them and hitting the bottom. Was the head on this one to light to do this?

[@MrJsowa]

+DraaxLP Draxx!!!! no way do you watch WS! its all about inertia in this case the head was to light to counter the inertia of the handle.I got a channel about blacksmithing if you are interested at all,i have videos that kind of explain basic blacksmith techniques/tools.forge/anvil/tooling.might add a little depth to the use of forges and smithies in ARK unless you already know a bit about metal work.

[@jmester_atc]

Great job. Looks great.

[@windwardpirate9382]

Wow. What a beautiful handle. Great job. Thanks again for another great video.

[@TheOxanian]

Nice and simple videos. Just how I like it!

[@wildcat19671]

Cool change of pace Cody, I didn't expect this kind of video from your channel. Keep trying new things. I enjoyed it.

[@CurtisSmeltzer]

I have a hickory tree or two on my property, and hope to make some handles myself out of that wood, but haven't started yet!

[@robertpothier1861]

I like this style of video more than the very long multi part ones. I still get to see everything that you do, but without having to watch the whole thing and losing my attention. I also assume it is easier for you.

[@Kemp35712]

Just a stunning video it's silence spoke volumes....very nice indeed

[@ventureswithjoe1776]

Beautiful, absolutely beautiful

[@TheMightyDaewoo]

Nice looking hammer i wouldn't have thought the head was heavy enough to seat itself properly the way you hung it but it looks great. The silent videos remind me a bit of jimmy diresta

[@waterborne]

I love these handle making videos so much, I'm glad you made one again. I liked how it was similar to the Neeman birth of a tool vids.

[@britishred5168]

Lovely peaceful video - thank you

[@Mobileweldingsolutions760]

outstanding video,it reminded me of john neeman's birth of a tool series.