Decorative File work for the knife maker

This is just a few basic designs I know so its more for the beginner or a person thats looking to up the value or artistic design of a project.

[@vcommandarv5916]

if you want to sharpen a file you put it in white vinegar after cleaning, am unsure about the vinegar to water ratio Also most files cut in 1 direction, if you want files to last longer you should push hard but pull lightly preferably without dragging it on the thing you're working on, some files cut in both directions. And lastly Try putting chalk on your files before working, if what i think is correct it should stop the file from being clogged with shavings and dirt, i didn't test this yet but i heard it from someone that used to work with a german craftsman that believed in taking care of tools so that they last a lifetime, the german craftsman taught him. Hmmm, probably should've tested it before suggesting it to people 😅

[@CGSmithing]

Man i love this i will definitely try this out thank you!!!

[@HickLif3]

Watched a video by fireball tool called "I Filed Backwards 2500 Times, And This Happened" he basically disproved the filing backwards myth. Also, vinegar might clean it and make it cut better but since it is an acid it will actually break down the cutting teeth making them not as sharp.

[@vcommandarv5916]

@@HickLif3 I think the vinegar method would work as it's not eating only at the tip of the teeth but attacking the metal from all directions but you must dilute the vinegar to not damage the file, also was this guys using a file that cuts in 1 direction or one that cuts both ways?

[@ajhproductions2347]

When I studied machining, I was taught to chalk my file to reduce clogging.

[@ShakeJands-li4mg]

Vinegar is only 5% acid and it will work to sharpen the files but you can use any acid

[@kennethrutledge9222]

Dude!! I like it!! I’ve seen other videos but I like the fact that you take the time to explain the different movements and angles!! Thank You for your patience!! Ya know I gotta tell ya , years ago I was bare foot in my sons room, I had fabricated a simple workout bench with a lat bar attachment for him and I left a burr on the edge and he mentioned it so I got up and before I put my shoes on , it was Saturday, I figured I’d fix the bench and remove the burr !!! So I turned my angle grinder on ,and was gonna take the burr off ,,, before I knew it the grinder was out of my hand and dropping rapidly!! I had accidentally bumped the rail and dropped the grinder ,, long story short,, I ended up in the emergency room getting stitches for a severe wound !! The doctor said, you better be thankful you didn’t cut a tendon or you’d be in a very expensive surgery and may loose the use of a toe or multiple toes!! I learned the importance of wearing shoes! Just a word To the wise !!! Thanks again!!!

[@robthompson1399]

You're a craftsman for sure, great work

[@flipwowfree]

Man, your demeanor and attitude (just noticed you weren't even wearing socks LOL) gives me confidence to give this a go myself. Thanks for taking the time to speak about this in such an inviting way and atmosphere. I've always been intimidated by the old timers and their perfect benches and tool setups. Makes it seem impossible to attempt. Your approach is so much more inviting to a person like me. Thanks again for taking the time, and opening your space to share. Much appreciated!

[@p4our587]

Absolutely loved those SURPRISINGLY easy designs! Couldn't believe how simple the task is to create such beauty! Thank you, for sharing!

[@nonliberal9642]

Excellent video bro....great camera work and instruction.

[@laterinlife8755]

I’m glad I found you! Very nice work and you make it look easy. I’m going to attempt on my next knife.

[@kuma9069]

Cool as hell, "Smithy" !! Beautiful work. Thank u so much for sharing. Greetings from Bercelona (Catalunya!) 🙏♨️

[@lugoj7181]

You are the best teacher on this thank you

[@dustincarlile5304]

Man, thank you. You're now my favorite smithing KZbin channel. Also, I thought I was the only person that rocked flip flops in the shop area.

[@CGSmithing]

Hahaha im usually in crocs lol i have 2 workshops my forge shop and then my inside shop for "cleaner" work so i dont wear any ppe in there...but i also wear crocs in the smithy lol very stupid of me hahaha

[@dustincarlile5304]

@@CGSmithing I just like my feet being comfy. So, leather apron if I'm smithing in shorts. Otherwise canvas pants, cotton shirt, safety glasses, gloves, and flip flops. My "shop" is my back porch for the moment. So I'm outside when I'm grinding. I'll wear a respirator if there's no wind and I'm grinding.

[@alexandermeyers9104]

my family goes full wig-out when i sport the flippy floppys in the shop. I just tell them to watch a vid of chinese welders.

[@Muzz4Fudg4]

Thanks man, love to do these, never really get them symmetrical. Will definitely watch again soon while in action!!

[@adelacour]

I have watched lots of videos on file work. NO one explains it as well as you. Thanks for that, excellent . Andy Jersey UK

[@CGSmithing]

Thank you for the kind words!!!

[@eddiesblacksmithingkjv9185]

Great vedio

[@ArkCity]

Never thought about the vine direction...Thanks. New Sub

[@lovejcdc]

Excellent video bro, I have been wanting to learn more about this.

[@CGSmithing]

More to come buddy

[@jsteelsadventureandvariety]

excellent tutorial🙂 thanks very much for sharing👍

[@leebodean1493]

Great video.

[@thedonqwet]

Thanks for this mate. Helped a lot

[@y-notforge8913]

..That's perty neat !! It would be something if you could figure out how to do Barbed Wire, betcha can...

[@CGSmithing]

Ill throw an attempt in the next video!! Think i have an idea lol

[@y-notforge8913]

@@CGSmithing ..you da man, or a facsimile there of...

[@ShakeJands-li4mg]

Cool video!

[@antonvdberg4278]

thanx for these tips and making these for us all

[@CGSmithing]

South african?

[@antonvdberg4278]

@@CGSmithing Yes, afrikaner

[@CGSmithing]

Mooi man en dankie tjomma!!!

[@antonvdberg4278]

@@CGSmithing Plesier, is nou besig om my 1ste een op my mes te sit, kan jou stuur op insta??

[@CGSmithing]

@@antonvdberg4278 yes!!! Asb ek like om mense se werk te sien

[@djebat88]

Great work !

[@bryzard666maty8]

Thank's a lot for the help, i Can make make my first knife a beauty

[@seancoleman5483]

Ive been waiting on this man thank you!

[@CGSmithing]

You are very welcome. im working on more rn there is sooooo many to choose from

[@alanmeyer2739]

I have watched a SCORE of vine filework videos. Your video is by far the best. I PARTICULARLY liked your tip about vine work going away from/ to you and your tip made it crystal clear. Do u have video on rope file work???!!!😊😊 Thank you anyway for a clear, understandable video.👍👍

[@CGSmithing]

Awesome, thank you! ill tackle that rope one at some point...its a whole other story that one hahaha!!!

[@jjppres]

Well done. Thanks for sharing

[@CGSmithing]

Thanx jim!!! Happy you are still watching after all these years!!!

[@jjppres]

We both got into this around the same time. I enjoy following the work of the guys that started back then and seeing the progress. You can see my knives on facebook or Instagram @ Big Jims Forge

[@CGSmithing]

@@jjppres ive had you on insta for a spell. Pretty neat to see all the guys and how far everyone has come i love it!!!

[@dragonwaterforge]

Awsome man

[@CGSmithing]

More to come buddy

[@razvanburada1648]

Good job 👏 thank you

[@spencerbass7142]

That is very nice.

[@CGSmithing]

Thank you spencer!!!

[@mikenorris6769]

Can you do that design on thinner blade steel? The knife steel I am using is 2.5mm, or does it work much better on thicker steel? Great video's by the way, really keen to get into this, Cheers..

[@CGSmithing]

Yes you can BUT its going to take waaaaaay more finesse and patience...waaaaay more hahaha but the end result would be amazing if you pull it off

[@muqllidagah9336]

Спасибо вам за видео . 👍🙏

[@wilddogminer9320]

Brilliant

[@ManleyArts]

Not sure if you're aware but at 4:17 a third foot appears on the left side of the screen, then disappears a few seconds later. I was mildly alarmed. Otherwise great vid.

[@CGSmithing]

Tis the wife hahaha cant remember why though

[@scrqqge]

What is fortscale? You mentioned it 15.18 ‘ permanent marker simulating fortscale’

[@chapra6812]

I'd like to know how this was done. Very nice. thank

[@CGSmithing]

you are welcome thank you!!!

[@harryvanniekerk7269]

Hallo Christiaan, uitstekend, jy is `n yster!

[@CGSmithing]

Dankie harry!!!

[@johnnysmythe7767]

👍👍😊

[@Believer1427]

Believe in Jesus Christ and be saved from hell before it’s eternally too late if you haven’t already. May God bless your day

[@jtscustomcutlery317]

Awesome work but for the love of god put some boots on

[@CGSmithing]

I have pretty toes lol an older video ive upgraded to crocs...maybe next year to shoes hahaha

[@tommcelroy6975]

Gave up.the safety sandals for bare feet. Vise not bolted or even clamped down. And NEVER use a tanged file without a handle.

[@CGSmithing]

vice was clamped...MY bare feet were perfectly fine aaaaaaaaand using a tanged file without a handle is fine...do it in a safe way if you cant...golf ball it.

[@lukamoir7846]

bros wearing no shoes

[@Fireworxs2012]

*This is the kind of crap you get from Millennials watching too much FinF on the History Channel. Flip Flops in a knife shop? Really?Even Wifey is like "WTF?"...RMFES* 🙄👎

[@CGSmithing]

First off im not a millennial so FU for that one. As for the rest lol its in my basement my "clean" shop so sanding space leatherwork and watching tv sooooo its a ppe free zone its like you telling me i need to wear shoes in my house or safety boots in my kitchen because there is knives there... oh and FU for the millennial thing again hope you enjoyed the vid though no hard feelings i love these comments broski it keeps me safe and on the long and narrow but was definitely not warented for this vid. 🤜🏼🤛🏼 @Fireworxs2012

[@PapaBearCustomKydex2021]

Fantastic, thank you!!