Blacksmithing - Forging a fire basket or brazier

[@happyvaper5748]

There is something absolutely mesmerizing and spellbinding when observing a master forger and craftsman displaying his unequaled skills for the gratification of people like myself to not only appreciate but, also to learn from. I am forever spellbound whenever you post an upload Sir, and this creation like every other before it is absolutely outstanding as well as inspiring and a product of you patience, determination, skills and mastery. Thank You again Sir. Peace and Love to You and Yours.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much William! It means a lot!

[@Pithead]

The candy church was in-spiring too.

[@Pithead]

@@torbjornahman I'd have used the sugar glue.

[@MeekoSan]

Very well said William, I totally agree!

[@rondavis191]

Me too, what William O said.

[@MakeNCreate]

Beautiful design and execution! Thank you :)

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@Farzan_Choobin]

Björn det är fantastiskt o du verkligen proffsig på ditt jobb 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏👏🙏👏🙏🥰

[@oleg_konovalov]

You and Torbjorn are both young! I'm subscribed to both of your channels and I really like it! Happy New year 2021!

[@hugovieira6358]

Make N' Create MONSTER

[@СлаваЧасов-т3г]

@@torbjornahman привет 👋 😬 😬 😬 Как делишки 😬 😌

[@brendanhurley2509]

The Beacon is lit, Gondor calls for aid! Absolutely stellar work on this brazier! Makes me want a to forge a set of them myself to flank the entrance to a house.

[@popgrubbs]

I am transfixed each time I watch a video from you, Torbjorn. But this one took me to a whole new level. There are soooo many blacksmiths out there making blades, but too few showing great craftsmanship making and building other things. I've been a follower for several years now and you never disappoint. I'm very thankful you sacrifice your time for us. Thank you! This project is in my future. John is right, it came out perfect.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much Dan!

[@TheGlassman14]

That was one of the best blacksmithing jobs I've ever seen.

[@earlemorgan5068]

Everything he does is gold.

[@Spicii9896]

@@earlemorgan5068 actually, its steel 😂

[@bradthayer6782]

As I was watching this, I thought, “That’s pretty cool, very clever. Now if it weren’t for all those ugly bolts.” Then you started making the rivets and I went “Ah!” Well done! Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@torbjornahman]

:) Thanks! It's good to know everything fits before you rivet... there is no going back from that!

[@george8873]

Was thinking the same, that it'd be better with rivets, then he forged them as I thought it. Left me happy, lol.

[@leighchristopherson2455]

@@george8873 Yeah, I was like " Oh, thank God, he's not leaving those ugly bolts!" Beautifully barbaric, I want one for the mead hall.

[@NicolaP269]

@Charles Brainard Me too

[@lynnbryant9866]

Saw the plated nuts and bolts and knew rivets would follow. Unplated hardware? Still would have expected rivets. :)

[@zfortyounce]

American here, gotta say, the look of the millimeter tape measure is so clean and makes me jealous.

[@hrxy1]

No inches are better

[@brucemitch928]

In Scotland we have tapes with metric and inches (Imperial) Works fine 👍

[@mago_8145]

@@hrxy1 No, mm are better. 1 cm is 2 parts 5mm each. 1 inch is in 4 main parts. Each of this main parts is splitted on 2 smaller parts - and each of the smaller parts is splitted on next 4 smaller parts. Too complicated, easy to make a mistake.

[@hrxy1]

@@mago_8145 no an inch is more organic in terms of proportion, as is a foot. Divisible by 6,4,3,&2. An inch&aquarter, is proportional to 1foot 3inches. An inch halfed is half an inch, halved is quarter, halved an eighth, halved 16th halved is a 32 balved is a 64th, its easier, and its always proportional to an inch and a foot. 3 dimensionally it's more pleasing to the eye, which is why modern cars, tvs fridges and all modern appliances look like shit.

[@Cadwaladr]

@@mago_8145 An inch tape is way easier to read for me.

[@longevityescapevelocity629]

Love the "This Old Tony" homage at the beginning. *Snap*

[@steveskouson9620]

I've seen this type of homage, a few times, here. Always leaves me smiling. steve

[@mikamajlund3622]

Its usual in TÅ vids to. Old T is great to.

[@Ilex1]

TOT released a video yesterday

[@longevityescapevelocity629]

@@Ilex1 Yeah, I saw that.. Argon and all that.. I dont know how I became so hooked on a hobby machinist's side projects but #thisoldtony really keeps me coming back for more. Also TÅ now, too.

[@ShahinZebarjad]

That's why every time KZbin sends me a message that a new video has arrived from Torbjörn Åhman, I am overwhelmed with joy! Thank you :)

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thank you!

[@chrisbruce4238]

A true craftsman, and father, the world needs more like you!

[@randomgoat2272]

Always a good day when I get an upload from you! Thanks Torbjörn!

[@Spiveydave]

This is so good on so many levels. The craftsmanship is methodical and thorough. Eg. the chamfers on the outside of the rivets vs. the flat finish on the inside give it that rounded softened feel. The Christmas theme and final fire make it feel comforting and warm. It's so good, I'll probably come back to watch it again and again. It's like blacksmithing ASMR.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks David!

[@jeffreycoulter4095]

Thank you for the time you spend with your family. Another fantastic and beautifully designed work of a blacksmith

[@sandybutt9898]

It's lovely to see a father working with his children on a project. Every age of my children was wonderful, but this age (when they think you can perform miracles) is particularly special and it doesn't last for very long. Cherish every moment.

[@BitcoinBuccaneerBridger]

I watched this when it came out a year ago, and I continue to watch this video repeatedly about once a month. It's my favorite thus far, I love the look of it, I love to watch you work with the care you take and the patience you have to do the job right and do it right the first time to make a quality piece that will clearly last for years if its taken care of. Bravo!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Jim!

[@porfyrus1]

Are there any words left to describe such mastership? I am blown away. Speechless. And this happens every time I see these videos. Constant reminder of the meaning of perfection. Love you, Torbjoern! Thank you.

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thank you!

[@MrFukushu]

The best blacksmith on KZbin by far!

[@NicolaP269]

True!

[@johnhansen189]

Love this channel too. Especially as we dont get bothered with the host pleading for subscription to the channel and standing in the picture blabbering. Hejsan ifron Danmark :)

[@ThePipeiper]

Amazing job! Every step of the way I kept thinking "it's perfect, what could he be doing to make it better", but you just kept making it better. Incredible attention to detail. Cheers.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@ognjenradojevic]

Not only that you go out of your way to share your plentiful creations and knowledge with us, but you also include a part in your videos when you spend time with your family and loved ones, which I find the most enthralling of all. If there was someone I have learnt from the most, that would be you. Not only craftsmanship, but also good faith and living values. I sincerely appreciate all the things you have done for us so far, thank you.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much!

[@johnlcallaway]

Thank you for providing these tires of metal working videos. I've never been that interested in blades, these videos have given me new insight in what I want to craft. Now I just need to make the time..

[@Vikingwerk]

It's beautiful! The look on your face though when you dumped the pile of rivets on the forge to start making them sure said "Why did I decide to do this again?" Lots of repetitive work, but the end result is amazing!

[@torbjornahman]

:) :) Thanks!

[@BlackBearForge]

Absolutely loved it. Great project and it came out perfect. How many weeks work do you actually have into the design, preparation, forging and filming?

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks John! I don't keep track, but I probably worked on it for about 2 weeks in total. Actual metal production maybe one week... not sure. Filming adds a lot of overhead....

[@nelsonbriar7593]

Instablaster...

[@gravydog51]

It's such a pure pleasure watching the mental image being realized in solid metal when it comes out just as good as you pictured it. I also loved the patient efforts of your children which mirror your example.

[@eshred3026]

I never consider fast forwarding his videos despite they are generally lengthy. I know he makes quality videos with high level craftsmanship. I appreciate such effort and time consuming projects.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!!

[@jda2525]

The more videos I watch from you and your work, the most I have to realize that I have to practice a lot! I really admire your work and skills.

[@douglasfathers4848]

I see a young Man making a ginger bread house under the supervision of a truely prod Dad . And the fire place is the work of a true master. So happy new year to you and your family. Cheers. (:

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks, and the same to you!

[@12011OZANO]

How can we not applaud such meticulous and creative work?

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks !

[@BrianDaleNeeley]

I am always amazed and inspired by the beautiful projects you create. Every. Single. Time. Watching your videos is something like watching a sunset; always unique, always relaxing, and always enlivening.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much!

[@ZenSpider40]

Hot forging,cold forging and mystical steel cutting techniques. All you could want from a blacksmithing video.

[@nickbremner6274]

My heart sank when I saw you attach the strips and hoops together with modern bolts and nuts but I cheered up when I watched you making steel rivets! Splendid design and craftsmanship, well done.

[@tedium37]

The skill and attention to detail is a pleasure to watch.

[@davoodalaei3319]

Mr. Torbjörn, I get a lot of positive energy watching your work ..... Thanks ..... Happy New Year

[@torbjornahman]

Cool, glad to hear that! Thanks

[@lennartmiau6504]

Dude, that seemed like a ton of work. When you put the first rod back into the fire I realised the scope of what you were doing there - all these separate steps, so many of 'em, and you had to reheat it almost every time! With every time you put a stack of stuff onto the "finished" pile, you seemed more angry in the way you put them down ^^ I hope your family likes to huddle around it as well :)

[@torbjornahman]

Ha ha, thanks! I'm trying not to look at the amount of work to start with, just complete each step, but of course it's there in the back of your mind...

[@lynnbryant9866]

@@torbjornahman Exactly. Complete the thirty-fourth difficult, complicated, aggravating piece with satisfaction. Then remember you still have four hundred and eight-one to go. (sigh...) And a deadline that disagrees more and more strongly with probable completion. Experience from my machinist days, of course. Very different, but still very similar, I'm sure. :)

[@robhassett8119]

I was so happy to see a big project. That fire basket will be around for your kids, kids to use. That was great to watch. Please make a garden gate for some one that need a gate thanks.

[@joshphykitt5989]

This was so much fun to watch. Hope you can enjoy many fires around it with your family

[@torbjornahman]

I'm sure we will. Thanks!

[@sandrobahry2558]

I am very impressed as the parts fits absolutely correct. Bravo for this wonderful handwork !

[@lambdaprog]

This is art. Thank you for this enjoyable time.

[@s3anp4ul]

This one was an especially beautiful piece. I love your work, my father and I watch every upload

[@Richy7010]

Nice to see your work. It inspires ... and it gives peace. And what is really nice, no iritant music, only workplace sounds.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!

[@billhollis8555]

Fire cradle you don't see them made properly everyday . I praise your gifted hands,mind for what you created.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@OlivierVerdier]

I did think those ugly bolts would be replaced ! Great job !

[@sciencehealthspirituality307]

So good, warms the soul.

[@RuedigerEtzold]

Man, that was much work. But it came out really nice! This thing will last a long long time 👍

[@dylantrinder1571]

What a lovely piece. Great to see you had time for the kids too, that's so important. Thanks for sharing.

[@b25mtchll]

Any other man would have been fine with the nuts and bolts but you made homemade rivets for all of them, you absolute mad lad! Subbed for forever.

[@TexDrinkwater]

Torbjörn the Riveter. 😉 Beautiful work as always, and well worth the wait!

[@vladvelichko4006]

Greetings from Ukraine! This is not just a product, but a work of art !!!

[@elizabethdetzler1420]

I love watching your videos and this was such a beautiful work of art! It made me so happy watching you put it together.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much!

[@Nygaard62]

I can watch you do this all day. Beautiful skill.

[@mousertrippy3190]

KZbin needs to add a ❤️ button. Thumbs up don't quite match up to this type of craftsmanship. Always a pleasure watching TA vids.

[@tango-bravo]

Wonderful, thank you for sharing this project. Truly amazing work.

[@garyhuston]

Great job, I wish I had as much time to put into personal projects but work gets in the way!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Gary, yes stuff like this takes time...

[@garyhuston]

@@torbjornahman well worth the effort though😉

[@Qrunch]

Don’t be afraid to start anyway Gary. Let it take time :)

[@BruceBoschek]

Magnificent artistry! Thank you.

[@alparslow1156]

I have the same problem..... work, family and home duties

[@ВладМ-е3е]

Завораживающее видео ,я восхищён вашим талантом...

[@gymcoachdon]

This project is my absolute favorite of all that I have watched. Something about the lines, the artful touches, and the utilitarian purpose, all coming together...perfection!

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thanks!

[@pakarabana]

@@torbjornahman oqhwaga at

[@rosstapson]

The hand-forged rivets are intensely satisfying to watch. I'd have happily watched that whole bit in real time. Awesome video as always!

[@sailinglucydaye9930]

I wish my fingers were that strong. Wouldn’t expect anything less from a guy named Thunder Bear.

[@jujulamoroso4543]

Really nice piece of (art)-work !!! Happy new year Thunder Bear !

[@kirstenwhitworth8079]

I so needed this after yesterday's debacle at my country's Capitol. Thank you.

[@steveskouson9620]

Yep, just what was needed. Something to restore my faith in Mankind! steve

[@kjcsomerville]

The hole world was flabberghasted, stay safe !!!

[@jimnoneya3919]

Our fake news mainstream media's hypocrisy is embarrassing which is why I watch worthwhile, truly educational videos produced by genuinely talented men. Thank you for your time and hard work. It is very much appreciated.

[@fernando1227]

I've been watching some of your videos for inspiration (beginner blacksmith) and I have to say that I'm amazed of your skills and craftsmanship. As a complete nerd relating to medieval fantasy I aspire to achive your artistic level. Congratulations for your beatiful work.

[@hacgarimman9660]

That is a lot of work. Hats off. I thought I saw where it was going but then you started to assemble it. Really fluid design and attention to detail is excellent. What do we expect! It’s TA!!

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@DarthMeheelos]

Фантастическая работа! Браво! С Рождеством и Новым Годом, друг☺👍👍👍👍👍

[@marcostejera9808]

Espectacular maestro. Que trabajo hermoso. Y que Dios bendiga mucho a los niños.

[@PtrJns]

Me: Wow, that looks... wait... no... he's not leaving the bolts in!?" Also me: Phew!

[@frankvolkle870]

Same here.... "He wont use bolts, wont he....?!?!?" "He uses bolts?!?!?! WTH....." "Thaaaaaaank godness, he's making rivets...!!!!" :-)

[@TheMrAvada]

Same thoughts :D

[@MrGregorescu]

Beautiful, just beautiful. This project is a superb example of craftsmanship. LOVE IT!

[@lp-xl9ld]

Your craftsmanship, as always, is impeccable. This project took a LOT of work and was, doubtless, well worth it. Have to add, on this occasion, your timing was also. Thanks!

[@brettphillips3091]

This is just fantastic.

[@diogenesmedeiroscn]

Falo do Brasil. Seus trabalhos são TOP! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😉👍🏻

[@andreykravets1440]

У Вас шикарные работы выходят. Это не просто кузнечные изделия - это искусство. 👍

[@johnevans8553]

This has got to be up there as one of the most intricate yet most beautiful pieces you have posted that I've seen...well done..thank you!!!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks John!!

[@richlacombe5553]

It turned out beautiful, it can be enjoyed for many years to come.

[@tuksen8078]

Весьма трудоемкое изделие для DIY, много простых и нудных операций. Однако итог шикарен, вне всякого сомнения!

[@ДмитрийЖурин-ю9ш]

Если это доставляет удовольствие , то и не нужно вовсе . К тому же намного лучше штампа или лазера

[@жиртрест-щ4с]

когда я слышу дий я представляю что то ущербное

[@ЮрийЛ-о9ю]

Это видео и правда взорвало мозг, показав на сколько можно быть увлечённым в своё дело. Таким мастерам как говорится, респект и уважуха!

[@tuksen8078]

@@жиртрест-щ4с Увы, сударь, вы представляете не то. Речь о созидании руками с домашним набором инструментов в своё удовольствие, без признаков промышленного производства в виде конвейера, разделения труда, технологов, начальников и норм.

[@keramzitJo]

Дрова можно было сжечь просто сложив в кучу

[@120Livi]

21:38 phew, I thought the ugly bolt s were staying for a minute! 🤣

[@TenSeven97]

You're not alone. I was briefly worried about them also, then the beautiful rivets made their appearance.

[@jackdub75]

You must not watch many of his videos. LOL

[@ПоливановВладимир]

Здравствуйте! Замечательной работой начался Новый год. Моё Вам уважение!

[@Recontrooper22]

Magnifique ! True master and I love the fact that we see the whole process and the special tools that you are using

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@trlfineart]

Fantastiskt trevlig presentation för att inte tala om design. Tio stjärnor av tio möjliga!!!! Tack Torbjörn! Fantastically nice presentation not to mention design. Ten stars out of ten possible !!!! Thank you Torbjörn!

[@torbjornahman]

Tack tack!!!

[@donktheclown]

"Awesome" doesn't even come close. Thank you.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@sergeiivanov433]

Как всегда очень интересно особенно рубаха класная привет из Viborg {rus)

[@egorvasilev4575]

Выборг наш...)

[@janmirza1418]

Кто или что такое выборг?

[@janmirza1418]

Поискал в ютубе... находит каких то геймеров

[@egorvasilev4575]

@@janmirza1418 город на северо-западе России, до 1721 года был в составе Швеции.

[@StanislavG.]

@@janmirza1418 Выбернетический Организм :)))

[@TECsta76]

Good days when over 80% of the project is Preparation..

[@torbjornahman]

:)

[@1958PI]

and sometimes projects are 80% transpiraton ;)

[@bone0944]

The design and build process is fascinating and leads to an object that combines form and function perfectly. Thank you Torbjörn for another excellent video.

[@hermanhandlebars2687]

I'll say it again, the eye is in the detail 👌First class workmanship 👍

[@jeffgoodsonwoodworking8627]

That sir is one of the best pieces of art I have seen in a long time. Awesome job and beautiful craftsmanship.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much 😀

[@aristaguan9057]

I love the the beauty of all the process. So relaxing. I really enjoy your videos

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks so much!

[@sosocrazy1234]

I've watched a lot of your projects, this has to be my favorite one.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@B33Jus]

Dude, I don't ever comment on videos, but that brazier is beautiful work. Good job

[@thomaswayneward]

Design makes a beautiful fire. Great workmanship, lots of work.

[@TheFlypress]

really neat job ...thought for a sec the bolts were permanent ....then you went to the stage of flattering a small seat for the rivets .... shows how much work is needed to produce such a beautiful item ..thanks for posting

[@McHaven07]

awesome build! went way crazier than i thought at the beginning!

[@brucejohnson411]

That's how you make ribbit, really enjoyed your your construction, your Technique, and beautiful final product.

[@marcerivest6204]

It turned out beautiful, you never disappoint your viewers. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@xSHIELDBREAKERx82]

I know I comment a lot your videos, sometimes randomness, sometimes not. But I want you to know just how much I enjoy watching you do this. I live vicariously through you. Not sure if I ever told you but I've always wanted to be a blacksmith(insomuch as a weaponsmith and armorsmith are concerned), and I watch you make things with your hands and I realize it must be not only physically taxing, but mentally as well. The amount of mistakes you had to learn from to get to this point-I cannot begin to imagine. Watching you perform a near dead art is relaxing as well. Most would find the noise too much to say that. And while I don't fall asleep watching you, when I view you making things I imagine are either a spark of inspiration or comissions, I sometimes feel my anxiety leave me. I guess there's just something about repeatedly hitting metal.

[@torbjornahman]

:) Thanks Samuel!

[@dyermker250]

Amazing. While staring at the finished piece, I seriously have to remind myself that I just witnessed it being created, from scratch.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@Jeffrose_]

I couldn't stop watching. Thank you.

[@dougdohrman2559]

Beautiful workmanship. And a clever magician. You really had me worried with those bolts. Thank you.

[@GolanvIgvyi]

What a beautiful piece of art! Magnificently constructed by a very skilled and talented craftsman. You sir are amazing. Thano you for sharing, my 16 year old son is learning so much more than I can teach him through your videos. I wish my body wasn't failing me so I could be in the smithy to guide him, but you are helping me more than you know and I am in your debt. I will make my prayers and keep you in them even after I leave this world to be with my ancestors.

[@PayneKiller23]

That basket is a thing of beauty!

[@c.f.sedgwick1885]

His artistry and craftsmanship is such an inspiration! Thank you for the Holiday Gift to us all!

[@petesandberg3957]

I think I’m most impressed by your consistency. I can make something that looks nice, but I don’t I could make identical ones.

[@FireCreekForge]

Beautifully executed, per usual.

[@AndreasHontzia]

Wow, that is beautiful! A lot of work, but it paid fully out. The rivets are looking really nice. Everything is symmetrical, round and fits together really well. A masterpiece!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@stingehte]

He's not just good at forging but visualization as well. His skills and visualization are in sync and both complement each other.