Building A Chopper From 80CRV2! Will It Do It All?!

[@GreenBeetle]

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[@samkaplinsky3655]

I signed up for the service and asked for a quote. the prices were outrageous. it cost almost $35 dollars for a 6 inch blade blank to be cut.

[@GreenBeetle]

@@samkaplinsky3655 yeah cutting out a single blade is not going to be cost effective no matter where you go.

[@samkaplinsky3655]

Green Beetle Ok thank you. I guess I just gotta order in bulk, Which makes a lot more sense now that I think of it. The knife designing program is amazing though.

[@davisjeffcoat4850]

Do you sell the knives you make in the videos? I'm a big fan of your stuff.

[@GreenBeetle]

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[@m032682daniel]

knifeprint is a great tool. i'm really bad at complicated cad software. for some reason i ended up with like 6 weeks of free premium membership sometime last year and it shook up my whole design game. really basic and easy to use while having all the required tools to make knife blank designs. i never used the cutting services so i can't really comment on that but the cad stuff is great. i'm glad you guys found each other.

[@magnetomage]

i was kind of expecting the "Blue Dykem" song when you busted out Marking dye.

[@Bottlemaker1]

Bluuuuuuuueee dyyyyyyyykuuuuummmmm

[@BradGryphonn]

It comes into my head every time I see someone use it.

[@falcon-jy5wt]

Sorry that Alec Steele's thing.

[@S8tan7]

I recntly bought some blue dykem I now always sing a song while using it damn you alec

[@moredankmemes3755]

I suck at drawing and designing knives. Knifeprint is going to change my game. Thank you!

[@Urusay]

Chopping wood ? Works great. Paper ? Easy ! The tricky part ? Finding some leftover hair on that arm for the shave test !

[@Niavar]

That's when you move on to the legs!

[@fvazquez64]

"pick and choose... when you get one thing you usually giving up something else..." Oh man, that's so profund and applies to so many things and stages in life... as always a pleasure watch your projects... thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@beezo2560]

Every time I watch one of your vids I learn something new. Who am I kidding. I learn lots of things every video. Can't wait for the next one.

[@jeremy5354]

I like these more informative videos you’ve been making. You’re really educated on knife making and have a great way of explaining it to the rest of us Neanderthals

[@fvazquez64]

Hey Steve, I know next to kothing about forging but I love blades and the more I watch, the more I love watching your videos, thaniks for sharing such interesting stuff..

[@JustinTopp]

You’ve inspired me for a while and I finally got around to Damascus. Thanks

[@paranoiia8]

There is all-in-one knife. Its called "Table Knife" or "Butter knife". That one we all used as screwdriver, to peal potatoes, use to cut apple and of course cut sticks when we where kids :]

[@leppeppel]

I'm going to start using the term Sasquatch knife.

[@InstrucTube]

Right? I spat out my drink when I heard that, it's friggin hilarious.

[@stanleyshedd2643]

I've watch nearly all your videos, I like this knife the best as far as being a practical knife. Good job

[@Dapstart]

The speed and quality at which you make knives is amazing :D

[@0MisterGibson0]

Hey Steve, figure I'd drop a line and let you know I Still have that chopper and occasionally whip it out and roam my suburban neighborhood streets as the sole protect against all things evil...OK maybe not that, but I do breakdown cardboard boxes and little sticks for bonfires with it on occasion and have yet to touch the edge up. Keep up the work love videos.

[@lattethunda1131]

Try a double edged knife! One edge thin and acute, one fatter and more wedge-shaped. I love your dedication to the craft and your curiosity when it comes to experimenting and pushing the boundaries of what makes a good knife, or even a not good knife!

[@padraicmcgraw]

@8:20 cool shot in the quench. First time seeing a shot like that. I like it.

[@dmanx500]

I made my first prototype knife for work a few weeks ago and there are definitely some learning curve things.

[@Mwwright79]

I would say that is about as good of a compromise for all around that you could get. Tough enough for rough use, yet delicate enough for most fine tasks. That would manage any camp chores you would ask of a knife. It would also be great for breaking down medium to large game or livestock. Well done sir.

[@eyeofjake]

I love the content. Disappointed in the lack of beetles. You totally need a beetle mascot.

[@dwaynegibbs8371]

Great video. I like the way you mix the humor with the educational aspects.

[@hatsuro100]

I need one of those !!!! Excellent work !!

[@Bottlemaker1]

I think the blade did very well in the testing so gotta give you credit man very good job. Love you videos. When I first started watching you videos I binged like all of em and now I’m so excited when o see that you uploaded one. Keep up the good work brother.

[@jebowlin3879]

Jack of all trades, master of none, still not a bad little knife, I wouldn't be ashamed of it :D

[@RadDadisRad]

I love this knife. I keep telling myself I’m gonna get a BM Arvensis but I never do. Love the blade shape.

[@UncleMuin]

Your term "Sasquatch Knife" is equivalent to my term "Magic Hand Axe." This is the first time I have seen 80CRV2 used. Thanks! I was wondering how well it worked in the "home forge" versus the industrial shop setting.

[@astaschak]

I just discovered knifeprint a few days ago on my own, searching for something knife related. It seems pretty cool.

[@reddenw5501]

I did quite like this video, but I'd like to see a sequel (maybe there already is, idk) where you get blade stock only 0.20" thick, or perhaps even 0.1875, and perhaps a few other optimizations as well.

[@charlesparmele]

Very nice looking and functional blade. Sweet!

[@allooutrick8266]

That branch at 15:18 had a lot of personality.

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Very interesting process on making a chopping knife Sir. I like the profile of the blade.

[@edanpino5035]

Thanks for turning me to the Nessmuk trio. It actually seems a lot like what Wranglerstar has been talking about recently about what the right pack should have. I have an idea of what the "nessmuk" in my trio should be, but I'll continue working on the design

[@thomaschetney990]

Yes 80crv2 is awesome steel because of the high carbon and Chrome Vanadium which makes a very tough edge and with my convex edge is stays sharper 3 x 5 longer

[@peterdurnford3594]

I love the Beetle. Keep ‘em coming 👍

[@redgreenblue998]

Aldo claims that 80crv2 is a great sub for 5160 and a lot of forums suggest 80crv2 has similar edge stability to 3v. With that said, zero degree bevels are the only way to see what this steel is good at. If you see any problems add the micro bevel then. Excellent video!

[@ultragamingag]

I use the 1.2235 steel a lot too it is realy good for many uses it even can cut steel . Impressiv steel

[@DatBoiOrly]

15:10 gardening with beetle buddy

[@Ltrain732]

That was most informative and interesting. Well done.

[@colsoncustoms8994]

That blade but from 3/16" stock with a flat or convex grind and the same edge geometry would have handled that grapefruit just fine. I've moved away from 1/4"+ stock on all but the largest blades, and on those it really is still overkill. Like trying to cut with a splitting maul. Depending on the blade design / edge geometry, steel, and ht, .140"-.180" is more than strong enough for virtually any knife, even choppers.

[@DynamicDurge]

I gotta say bro, the production quality has skyrocketed. Keep on rockin'

[@ripfletching]

Fantastic knife 🔪 I love it

[@shanemcguire170]

I think you just found your true "Sasquatch Knife". Nice Job!!! Steve, let me know when you've got them up for sale. I'll buy one. That thing is awesome! -Shane McGuire

[@GreenBeetle]

I haven't made any more but if I do i'll buzz you

[@ibanez7412]

A masterpiece!

[@Slyder2828]

Might be cool to see some dimples along that primary bevel so it lets go of tomato and fruit, cheese for slicing and still chops. Cool project👍

[@GreenBeetle]

Slyder28 nice idea

[@attchoum]

Amazing vid. Very inspiring

[@exvious6066]

Very neat concept to delve into Wonderful video

[@Gigachad-Thundercock]

The limiting factor on the grapefruit is the blade thickness

[@trauma4883]

I got to see a sweet sweet chopper get made and a free logging show to boot

[@JoeyKnifeInnovations]

I was first like what is this and then I was like this is beautiful!

[@jamessnodgrass7055]

I like the build Steve. I also got my knife. Thanks

[@pagedeveloper]

Being a part time chef I love the knife. The handle appears to be a little longer then it needs to be. Still a wonderful looking preforming blade.

[@iruwild]

that longer handle is probably longer on purpose, giving you more length for chopping. and when cutting stuff, you can choke up on it, having more control

[@jaksilver3656]

Still better than a lot of common kitchen knives, lol

[@mr.frogman9939]

Personally, I use fusion360 to model up knives, cause I love being able to see them in 3D as well as being able to easily modify the shape

[@danthemakerman]

I was learn something from your videos, thanks for sharing.

[@ClayAllisonNM]

Great video, thanks! Really enjoyed it.

[@KovaaksDemon]

When you whispered that you didn’t have any tomatoes I died 😂

[@007sprintman]

Well done

[@Molonlabe07]

My Winkler woodsman in this steel is pretty good at everything 🤙

[@Hookahchefreviews]

It's weird seeing you cutting out a blank instead of just forging it lol I still loved the video and the info in it! Cant wait for even more videos I've already gone through all of yours lmao

[@jagolee2536]

Definitely do a super steel next. I've watched your videos prior and during my blacksmithing/metalwork apprenticeship and it's been invaluable. Many, many thanks, and I'll be watching your forged in fire should it be the case.

[@clydecox2108]

Nice knife by the way

[@oneshotme]

I've never seen a grapefruit so small but that might be because I live in Florida LOL Enjoyed your video and gave it a Thumbs Up

[@909mineman]

What sharpening jig are you using?

[@JoeyKnifeInnovations]

Awesome!

[@billwoehl3051]

Unless it's a demascus pattern you don't want to mess up, forging is a stronger option than stock removal.

[@harveyjoneswoodsman5956]

I have large hands the handle would work for me just fine and extra length means little bit more leverage for chopping

[@charlesparmele]

“Mom! Where’s my book club catalog? I want to order a book?” Mom-“Ask your dad.”

[@GreenBeetle]

Heheheh

[@alifetomake]

I'd go for more than 1% carbone to have a strong chopper. Enjoyed the video, love your humor, man!

[@greygleam]

more carbon doesnt necessarily mean a tougher blade. more carbon increases max possible hardness and edge holding. a steel like 5160 would make a much tougher chopper because its likely to form primarily lath martensite vs the plate martensite in higher carbon steels - but that comes at the price of hardness and edge holding capability. So overall a steel like 80crv2 being somewhat more in the middle of the extremes is a good choice for a tough blade that has decent edge holding. just my 2ct...

[@JTL-knives]

Well... the carbon content dosnt really say how well it will hold up to impact... the grain size and the temper has WAY more to do with it... and 1+% carbon is deffinently NOT ideal for a chopper... rather go for a 0.65 - 0.8 for something that will recieve strikes like that... 1+% is mostly used for cutting items that need to hold a very fine edge for long... the carbon content makes the steel more wear resistant (in normal carbon steels) and gives it more hardness but with less flex... if you want something that holds an edge better but can hold up to the strikes you need more vanadium (0.1+%) or another carbide suspended in the matrix... hope it helps...

[@BradGryphonn]

Okay, I'm 4 minutes in and yep, being a fixed blade fan, I know that journey. At 5 minutes I already like that design/shape. The finger choil is awesome. Very functional. Anyway, back to the video...10:30 mmm, slicey...17 degrees. Nah, all good bro'. Go hard. Love your work mate. That handle is brilliant for chopping and getting up close. If I was a rich man, I'd ask you to make one with a blade about 25mm (1 inch) longer. I really like that knife.

[@typhoon8620]

I would've put the first hole not at the narrowest point where blade meets handle but rather where that spike shape is with some meat on it. Not trolling, just my 2 cents. Keep up the killer work, beetle!

[@typhoon8620]

I comment as I watch. I see another design with the 1st hole where I would've put it. SWEEEET! Had me worried for a min

[@makerofmanythings8447]

I really like that chopper, how much you charge for one EXACTLY like it? How long is the blade, and total length? I want an AWESOME servival knives this fits the bill.

[@historicalmilitaria7599]

What’s some advice for making good and even bevels because I’m horrible at making them

[@olivermilutinovic749]

I have used 1084 in my home coal forge with great success ,but I like to use other steels too, have been thinking about trying 80crv2 for some of the bigger blade projects. In terms of home heat treat how would you compare the 80crv2 with something like the 1075 from New Jersey Steel Baron ?

[@rickeyearnest]

Sweet knife

[@professionalidiots101]

I love the shape, it looks like a Piranha and it seems to destroy everything, therefore I'd call it the Piranha 🤣

[@daathseverus]

Ok. That’s a great intro. Good job!

[@godehardmatzel630]

I was wondering how a canister damast of damast cutoffs would look..? maybe you got some tons of cutoffs in various patterns to weld in a canister?

[@ChrisR676]

One day I will use electricity to heat up steel!!! The knife looked great loved the handle

[@McGowanForge]

I have such awkward hands I can't design without a hard template to grab onto and feel, that's why I always make wooden templates

[@workwithnature]

I think the handle is too long, but great non the less.

[@endopainss7946]

Yeah but with 9t being a chopper you need the levrige

[@AYellowPepper]

Yeah, i think concidering this is a chopper, it wants the leverage

[@dmg4415]

Hi, great job. Both video and knife. How will a chisel grind do on a chopper like this? The alignment of the edge must be more difficult on a thick blade and You want it at the center of the blade. And which angle should be used?

[@scbane]

I want that sharpening system. Where do I get it.

[@GreenBeetle]

Wicked edge

[@tinkeringaround6241]

Awesome job as usual! Couldn’t find a bigger brush to clean off the table ?

[@jokosaputrasaputra3335]

Good knive sir👍👍👍

[@corwin32]

Cop: "Sir, what are you planning to cut with that knife?" GB: "....stuff. Just stuff, ok?"

[@DathanDroid]

Great Choppa! I want to know which one of your tools took a square out off your shirt!

[@GreenBeetle]

Dathan Butler all my knives are tested by me in an actual knife fight prior to shipping! 🤪

[@christopherconkright1317]

Do you know if the steel from Knife print comes annealed or hardened?

[@GreenBeetle]

Not sure

[@sirtblairjr]

Hey Green Beetle, what do you think of knife quenching with the cutting edge first and then the back. They say it makes the cutting edge harder and have soft spine? What do you think and have you used this method? To thanks for your videos they're awesome 😊👍..

[@Lapeerphoto]

Nice!

[@larrybair8074]

I like the knives you build and the design and care for the technical stuff. Where do you sell your knives?

[@GreenBeetle]

Larry Bair Instagram and greenbeetlegear.com

[@beezo2560]

He's great at making knives and is fun to watch. But spelling... lol www.greenbeetlegear.com Just poking a little fun. I love this guy.

[@drloqutis2492]

the long is great just curve it a little more towards the bottom

[@matthewplayer8337]

What if you only cut a bevel into one side like a Japanese style knife. Let the flat side face inward to your dominant hand to aid slicing. Just a thought

[@tuinarchitect.]

The only do-all survivaltool is how you use the knife, Cody Lundin for example could "chop" doen trees using a Mora classic NO.1, just because he knew how to use it.

[@InstrucTube]

I need something that has a high meataphysical fortitude, but will still fit in my purse after bedazzling. Whatcha got GB?

[@dlbknives4869]

I want to know which one of your tools took a chunk out off your shirt! Great knife and video as always!

[@pseudomonad]

That grapefruit manoeuvre does look like trying to peel a potato with an axe or something. (I ♥ my paring knife)

[@nathansforge]

Any shop teacher would have a heart attack watching welding gloves that close to a drill bit

[@aktoolco-austinkelley1803]

All I could imagine was you getting caught in your neighbor's backyard during the chop test. 😂

[@bigghoss762]

Looks good, I'd take it camping.

[@jimbobtheimpaler8403]

Get the CHOPPAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!