DIY Rebar Knife w Common Tools, No Anvil.

[@jacobs8923]

Hey there beetle, I'm a fellow blacksmith as well, I've been blacksmithing for about 13 years now and have made many Rebar swords knives, gutting hooks, and many other things. One thing I have found that works extremely well is to heat the Rebar until its a cherry red and then drop the metal into a bucket of Vermiculite and leave it to anneal overnight, really helps, makes the steel nice and soft and really easy to work with, it can be re-tempered later with no effect to the carbon composition

[@GreenBeetle]

+Jacob S Thanks!

[@stephaniestewart7537]

+Green Beetle goober

[@assvacuum]

Green Beetle All i can do is flatten an aluminum tube

[@karlackdamack4238]

Great Video. It's amazing how many people out here feel the need to tell you what kind of steel rebar is, how to use/not use a file, the worth of this knife and so forth. You took a piece of secondary steel as you made sure you pointed out in the beginning (when you mentioned and explained carbon content) and forged a knife with very VERY basic resources. Great Job and I really enjoyed the video and process.

[@readyrepairs]

Karl Ackdamack it doesnt matter anymore. he tried to make another rebar knife and died.

[@karlackdamack4238]

+readyrepairs He must have died recently...he just commented out here a week ago.

[@Gears.and.Gadgets]

+readyrepairs My condolences. When did he die, and what of?

[@GreenBeetle]

+George W Not deadd bt it is very dificult to typ. You see, I lost myy entire torso in a forg ing accident 2 weks ago and my ead is living in glass jar next to WalDisney and Rihard Ni xon.

[@Nantorias]

+Green Beetle xD cool knife btw it works really well

[@dirk4926]

When I was a kid I wanted to make a grappling hook to mess around with. I used an old BernzOmatic mapp gas torch to bend up some rebar then welded it with a little buzz box my friends dad owned. After I'd bent the tines of the hook I shoved them in water to cool faster and did the same after the welding. I had no idea about heat treating steel so I never imagined it could be bad to rapidly cool steel. Anyway after I'd spent a few hours on my creation I tied a rope on it and gave it a swing and toss. On the first toss two tines snapped off right were I heated the bar to bend it. I tossed it a second time and broke off the other two. All the work I'd put into it was wasted.

[@michealvega1373]

I'm sad now

[@matthewsavoy947]

that story made me cry a little

[@JessJess347]

Rookie mistake This is a joke

[@normalcitizen_1]

F in the chat boys

[@grimmreapo655]

i learnt 3 very important things.. Dont forge a knife without some basic tools, Dont forge a knife without some basic tools, and last but not least Dont forge a knife without some basic tools. lol awesome vid though. i have always been curious about making a knife out of rebar and when i saw the title i realized i was also curious about how to make a rebar knife with out proper equipment.

[@TranscendentACE]

"if you are an adult, use proper safety techniques and expect to die anyways" best advice I've ever recieved

[@sh0]

Sort of advice for life in general too :)

[@peihonglong4951]

that's new, i think i'll try that

[@DaveSmith-cp5kj]

None of us make it out of this world alive :D Unless some of us know something the rest of us don't D:

[@peihonglong4951]

Dave Smith well, you can sacrifice a few pigs per week and watch the magic happen...lol

[@peihonglong4951]

Seth Yarger nah, some of each is better but NO FISH

[@DeepSouthSlingsDarrellAllen]

Always wondered about rebar making a good knife......... But I do know for a fact you have the BEST sharpener out there ! I have WEPS Pro Pack Ii and LOVE it

[@sharpshooterjd]

I admit I was very skeptical watching this video. Just seeing the title say "no anvil" I was like what? But you really made something cool. Something made even better by the fact that you used such simple tools to do it with. I think this is a very inspiring video for those with little resources or tools. And I think the knife turned out great! Good on you for making a simple, clean, no frills knife. So I just want to say thanks for doing this and for showing all of us that this can be done if you just take a bit more time and have a little imagination. Take care, Josh

[@GreenBeetle]

sharpshooterjd kind words, thank you sir.

[@sorin990]

+Green Beetle Cool vid bro.....you could(or others if using wood as an "anvil"), add water to the wood, or soak the end u use in a bucket of water ....it wont burn the wood.....ure disclaimer is funny ...hope you just said it for the lulz' =D .....cause forging is one of the most safetest craft ever.....such as paiting ......(of course if you are a moron and pick up a red out of the forged steel, most probably your skin from the hand will peal of, but youl recover and be normal again, compared to woodworking where you can loose some meaty components

[@gorisenke]

+sorin990 it won't burn the wood, but having a wet surface will cool the steel faster, which is not good.

[@sorin990]

gorisenke thats a good point

[@nunyabiznez6381]

I'm a machinist and have made many edged tools. You are doing this the hard way. Use a more course file at the beginning and work your way down to a finer file. That will save a lot of time. My favorite item I've made is my own straight razor. I made it out of part of a lawn mower blade. I've shaved with it every day for ten years.

[@StagnantMizu]

nunya biznez lol thats manly, does even hold an edge. you use whet stones and strop to sharpen?

[@JohanKylander]

How does the lawn mower razor keep an edge?

[@TheRealJnZ]

"expect to die anyways."

[@taureanbeaver3203]

+TheRealJnZ That's my favorite part. Good advice for any and every moment of life.

[@capangel7599]

Wow! You are really very experienced in what you are doing. I tried to make a knife in the open air last summer ... bad idea! Later I went back to the craft room and filed and sanded by hand like crazy. You see, the approach is right. Watching your videos brings back some of the calm that I found in this beautiful process. Keep up the good work and enjoy it! cheers

[@MegaYangman]

Awww...I wanted to see the blade sharpness test. Interesting project though.

[@natasbenumb9344]

You have just brought back my faith and motivation in life. Thank you for being 100 percent dedicated to your work. People have forgotten what this lifesblood is all about.

[@sftreeltalk6050]

if you need an anvil for a project and dont want to buy one, try getting a piece of railroad track. around 12 to 18 inches long and it will work just as well.

[@PaulMurrayCanberra]

+stephen geisel Railroad track needs to be hard and elastic to minimise rolling friction - it's why rail transport is as efficient as it is. Does having trains run over the rails for years alter the steel?

[@sftreeltalk6050]

I would imagine so. I am also an iron worker. Pressure and friction can cause heat. I have also used a piece of track for a makeshift anvil.

[@Naplesfrank154]

+stephen geisel, where can one obtain a pc of rr track? Thanks

[@sftreeltalk6050]

Depending on were you live you can find it at steel recycling facilities. You can also find it online as well. You can also find used anvils on Craigslist as well.

[@kevgmei]

+stephen geisel People keep saying that, but I don't think I can just go and find a piece of railroad where I am.

[@neillawrence742]

It is always nice to see someone post a project that isn't perfect. WE can learn along with you.

[@Wondering_Ghoul]

Wonders if this is something someone with zero experience should try.

[@hankrearden20]

Yea. Go ahead. Just have a fire extinguisher on hand.

[@Wondering_Ghoul]

Hmmm...Death awaits, explode...I like those odds!

[@SUPERMAN-yu2tm]

+GlobalistEnemy01 Do it...what I never understand is why people are afraid to do things..its not like the "professionals" came out of the vagina making Katanas..EVERYONE started somewhere no matter we are talking about

[@Wondering_Ghoul]

Hatori Hanzo did.

[@Serkanbah]

+GlobalistEnemy01 i tried and i made 3 knife from rebar,they are not superb knives but u can use them.

[@kipperstein123]

For how you made it, the tools you used and the mistakes you stated, it turned out to be a beautiful looking knife! Regardless of any flaw, it not keeping sharpness, not even or what ever! You have to be proud of producing that! Wonderful piece of craftsmanship there!

[@Jkim8901]

*Suggests making knives* *Proceeds to warn people about death*

[@seancoyote]

Jon Kim Because if you use the wrong materials, bad things can happen. Heating a material then hammering it and it explodes, or releases extremely toxic gasses is a couple of the more common things. With the right materials, it is somewhat unsafe but rewarding.

[@d3g3n3r4t3]

+Jon Kim knives arnt only, nor primarily, for killing. ur a liberal aintcha?

[@Jkim8901]

d3g3n3r4t3 No, in fact, I'm about as conservative as one can ever be. Did you even read my statement? When did I even bring up the topic of killing? I just thought it was ironic that he promoted making knives and then proceed to make it sound really dangerous. Next time, instead of making a fool out of yourself, care to read the entire sentence.

[@madestman101]

+d3g3n3r4t3 You need to not only return to school to learn to read and write but to also to get some idea about life. You are a life nube.

[@Jkim8901]

madestman101 I concur, this is about the stupidest troll I've ever seen on youtube. Please, d3, get off the internet.

[@BRINGTHETRUTH1]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video. You keep it light, and aren't too hard on yourself! Very educational and entertaining!

[@hiseminencetheholymacdiarmada]

Take your ShopVac and switch the hose from the suction side to the exhaust side. This will make a much better blower than your ol' lady's hairdryer.

[@GreenBeetle]

+John McDermott That would work much better. I wasn't sure how many people have a shop vac so I tried to go as low rent as possible.

[@BLaCkKsHeEp]

+Green Beetle i use a straw and i blow on the fire for as long as it takes

[@DCSPEED23]

+Green Beetle Do you sell these rebar knives?

[@Oopsie223]

I liked that you have humility and admitted your mistakes. Like you said, we can all learn from them. That's what DIY is all about. Great video!

[@thereve]

How would this rock anvil compare to a crappy cast harbor freight anvil?

[@GreenBeetle]

crappy anvil would work better but the rock is free. crappy anvil has significant limitations in the long run. save your money and watch craigslist for a hardened anvil.

[@Nillaferilla]

Man out of ALL the smithing videos I have watched on here, I keep coming back to this one just because it is so neat to see someone bang steel (Even soft steel) into a blade on a landscaping rock. I wish I knew where to find me some reliable hammers, haven't had any luck at the antique mall.

[@ShogunJimi]

Hey this seems like a really cool project.

[@robertkoontz7865]

Cool Vid, Make ya think about what it would take to forge a blade with minimal resources. Of course The Movie " The Hunted " comes to mind. Tom Browns Tracker Knife. I saw some one sink a piece of Rail Road Track into a Bucket of Concrete. I might try that for kicks. Failing is Learning ie' school sucks.

[@devinvelasquez5979]

I'm about to do what u just did. I just purchased some bar and bricks. I was wondering if u could happen to give me some pointers

[@GreenBeetle]

+Devin Velasquez I poke fun at safety a bit in the video but the truth is I've burned myself significantly several times and it's no joke. Wear eye protection, thick welders gloves, long sleeves, etc. Get assistance if you need it. I strongly encourage using a long enough piece of rebar you can heat and forge one end while safely holding the other. 2 feet or so? Having control over the metal you're working on will make things much easier. Then, be patient and have fun.

[@devinvelasquez5979]

+Green Beetle lol thanks and I'm mean such as using certain tools to complete the job. I seen u using a 2 pound hammer, regular hammer, sand paper, etc. but what tools would be best to use I do not have access to an anvil or swivel clamp. how would I go bout using different methods

[@GreenBeetle]

+Devin Velasquez There are many substitutes for anvils like a rock, railroad track, weights, sledge hammer head. If you don't have a vise to clamp the work for filing you can use an F-clamp or C-clamp and clamp it to a work table top so that it hangs out over the edge of the table. Gough Custom's youtube channel demonstrates an easy to make filing jig for knife making that's popular. Or if you can get an $80 1x42" sander from harbor freight that would knock a lot of time off the project as well.

[@oscarlowe1373]

X

[@nurrahman2918]

wow

[@JerryJr65]

The fact that you made mistakes along the way & wre able to document them & explain them is a lot more educational than if you had pulled everything off without a hitch like most of these forging videos. You shared your own learning process, and thats what makes this a good video.

[@OrionsAnvil]

Interesting video, good job.

[@roland9532]

dude awesome job I will say it for all those who couldn't say it but had to say something crappy . Great work some upgraded equipment is all is needed

[@paulharrell9266]

I might try doing this with a 2 (ish) foot long rebar, to make a machete type thing. Ideas? Comments? Concerns?

[@c0baltv0id8]

Ill sub if you film it

[@MrDeothor]

+Eric Clark did he do it :D?

[@paulharrell9266]

MrDeothor​ still working on it

[@MrDeothor]

Paul Harrell I iwsh u best luck then :) I'd love to blacksmith something myself.. but.. I have no equipment and what's worse no space where I could even try.. Charms of living in communal appartments :/

[@paulharrell9266]

MrDeothor I'm having problems with equipment as well.. But I'm close

[@mastocytoma1]

You're a man made of patience! That being the case, you chose the right profession! Tedious, yet rewarding!

[@StephanusTavilrond]

If you didn't cut off part of the rebar stick, it would have made a decent spear.

[@randomstuff8814]

Nah, it would be downside heavy, not ideal for a spear :P

[@فاروققبادی-ب3ز]

Stephanus Tavilrond

[@GAZAMAN93X]

+RANDOM STUFF ?

[@--Justin--]

Nice job GB! I don't have the patience for such a project, but the end result is very cool and something I'd be proud of making.

[@tonymengela]

get two stones next time and lay them on top of each other add water and rub. In no time they will be flat and then you have two flat stones

[@icsheeple]

that was pretty sweet. I like how you showed the progression of errors and learning curve.

[@GeorgderQualmer]

"woodcoal" just when you thought you've heard everything

[@TheRiverHobo]

I gave you a thumbs up, not because I enjoyed the video, but because I loved the disclaimers. Also, loved the video!

[@420hi5]

That diaper advertisement tho (12:50)

[@Ryukved4882]

Green Beetle forget criticism, your video is just that type what I was searching for. Great work bro keep posting. Like and Subscribed instantly :).

[@scotts.2624]

Never drag a file backwards across your work unless you like having a dull file. You could have found a old sledge hammer in a flea market or post apocalyptic world to use as an anvil.

[@jessehall8168]

+Scott S. I was gonna say the same thing! file dragging is incredibly lazy.

[@marcogallegos2361]

+Scott S. In school we learned that files should only be used on the push stroke and never pull. It destroys the teeth. Hurt me to watch this

[@iepineapple]

+Scott S. A bastard file can be used like that which is why he dragged it backwards

[@scotts.2624]

Co1byJack The good folks at Nicholson File the ones who make files would disagree with you. "On the reverse stroke, it is best to lift the file clear of the work piece, except on very soft metals. Even then pressure should be very light, never more than the weight of the file itself." On Nicholsons home page hit the link called file guide. www.nicholsontool.com/

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

Jerry C + Nonscense.

[@Rangersly]

Good job! I like that you kept all the trials and errors of your process in your video.

[@CharlesBrisco]

I'd like to see a knife made out of a Chevy connecting rod

[@zerotaut08]

My gosh the amount of patients that takes to do by hand i was exhausted just watching you

[@james_plays_games186]

yay a rebar butter knife xD

[@Naplesfrank154]

Great video, I like it when there's narration to it and not music. I liked it and subscribed. If I can add an additional mistake, when using a file you only move it in one direction. Never use it in a sawing motion.

[@AnthonyMooreNydirech]

What was your total time investment in this project?

[@GreenBeetle]

Anthony Moore After fire was started about 4 hours.

[@Dmlaney]

Green Beetle That would make a great spear. I wouldn't waste my time making a knife because those are already everywhere.

[@JessJess347]

Dmlaney it would be too handle heavy

[@GoGeronimo]

I appreciate what you are doing here. I often find myself using what ever is around to make something I want. There are too many snobs on youtube today. It doesn't always matter what you have or how you do things, it matters what the end result is.

[@00100000station]

How to Blacksmith: Heat it up. Hit wi' fuggin Hammer!

[@banditone00]

This was really interesting. Through the whole thing, I couldn't help but think of the scene in The Hunted, where one character is forging a knife out of junk, and the other character is making his knife out of flint. I'd hate to have to do that in time to make it to a knife fight! Thanks for taking the time to share your projects.

[@GreenBeetle]

banditone00 It would be fun to watch a few blacksmiths attempt to recreate the "make-a-knife" scene from that movie and see what they end up with.

[@Cociobladereviews]

banditone00 best movie ever

[@sirkai007]

"Use proper safety techniques and expect to die anyway"

[@skatatataatje]

Totally agree with you to leave the marks on there. It looks like it has seen battle this way! Also cool to see you kept all the mistakes in, now I can see how my attempt would realisticly go when I would try it. Not great probably, but it seems like a fun project for a sunny weekend! Cheers.

[@yeahiguessso5815]

You really mean it by no real tools

[@Shane-Singleton]

+Ted Dow I think what he means is no specialized blacksmithing tools. These are just common materials people probably already have laying around.

[@astronau7_lone574]

Nope all you need is your hands. And balls of steel for your forge. Hammer as hands.

[@rickykilmer1331]

Great way to get something going for those of us who don't have any smithing tools yet but wanna start forging, experience is the best teacher. Thanks for the share

[@bmanduprit2962]

Hey dude. I am a gas engineer from london England I like your honesty and the humble way you go about your work. Very cool. You have also inspired me to get more creative in my home projects. Although maybe I'll learn to weld properly. 😏 Keep it up mate.

[@Ang3lOfD3ath]

pretty cool video but ur commentating sounds like somthing from the redgreen show

[@Furiae2007]

That explains why I liked it so much... just needed more duct tape!

[@buginone3640]

Thanks Green Beatle for sharing your teaching

[@brianphilips1092]

looks battle scared

[@khearst21]

CS:GO

[@antivenam]

Ha ha cs jokes

[@wiktormajta6974]

haha 😂

[@bobbybrine6547]

but how? we saw it get made, it should be factory new,... right?

[@wiktormajta6974]

Bobbybrine2 - it has a very high float value that's why

[@theshadowpeople1493]

I think it was a wonderful project ! especially considering its just a piece of rebar and yes the marks give it character and let's who ever used it know wow a simple piece of rebar turned into this ! loved it brother

[@Jesses001]

Actually that is a rather good knife for some serious 3rd world conditions you set your self up with.

[@BushCampingTools]

All rebar is case hardened so one needs to take this into consideration when reheating and reshaping etc. But that's why, softer in the middle and hard on the outside makes rebar function for it's intended purpose.So you will get that sparking but the middle part of the rebar is a much lower carbon content. Nice video.

[@forsakenfactory8413]

who wants to see this done to make a spear or sword with a 6 ft piece

[@Will-fs7oz]

Meeeeeee

[@alberthamayen6419]

+Will Hunt lol

[@alberthamayen6419]

+Will Hunt lol

[@h.gvlogsgamereviews6953]

I think you did great +green beetle with this Ima start to do this sometime

[@Aconitum_napellus]

Expect to die anyway?

[@eosdelb]

I like it! Thanks for posting it. You have a good way about teaching.

[@Adventures-cb6sz]

Must be going to prison soon. Keep practicing!

[@GreenBeetle]

+bonkers 1246 lol

[@donnalacazotte7089]

bonkers 1246 tie flies

[@dongray3258]

green beetle very good you are a man that knows your iron works,I was thinking the same thing talk about Overkill my God, but all in all the knife turned out okay though,but you took the long way home lol, you could have got off a lot easier. green beetle hit the nail on the head, thanks for the video you might want to take heed to green beetles advice.

[@iReima]

cs:go worthy

[@benclarke3880]

Great vid mate, I love trying things and failing, then going back and fixing it up, so the next time the procedure is down pat. If you don't have a go you have already failed . Top vid mate.

[@jose-ji6yj]

You cheated, you said no anvil

[@GreenBeetle]

There's no anvil used.

[@alexandertorres9779]

+Green Beetle the vice you used is also as a anvil.

[@trackerbuckmann1627]

He only used an anvil to test a different piece. He didn't use an anvil to make the knife. maybe try watching more than 30 seconds of the video, how about?

[@christophersanchez3213]

+Tracker Buckmann The anvil IS the Rock... Just not using a Steel Anvil..

[@trackerbuckmann1627]

Christopher Sanchez The rock is a rock. Only on the internet...

[@Shane-Singleton]

I think this was a very cool experiment. I don't blacksmith nor do I have any inclination to do so but I love to watch it. Especially when people are trying new things such as this. I picked up a railroad spike knife from a guy a long time ago and it's one of my favorite things. Wouldn't mind adding a rebar knife to the collection ;) Even if it's not the best material for knife making.

[@ryandavis4689]

You did a good job bro, I have 2 forges, one built underground and one above, never tried rebar though. Good video, would love to see more

[@sharpshootah8852]

I think it turned out pretty neat man!

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

dont beat yer self up !! this is one of the best ive seen !!! im going to get the rest of what i need to make knives!! and the funny this is i was wandering about rebar lloll !! Blessings sir !

[@thomasweaver2822]

My first knife was made of rebar. it's crude and simple, but it was fun to make.

[@victorsanchez1011]

great video thank you very much i just set up a fire pit forge in the backyard and this video helps out big time. keep up the great work.

[@dennisflanders1957]

An axe head in a stump works as a great make-shift anvil, plus works better than a rock. This is just a constructive side note... nothing else. Love the video keep the helpful information coming :)

[@Ensensu2]

I think the rebar bike frame would be a good build, if you haven't already done it and have a video on it.

[@rabbitphobia]

That was entertaining and informative to watch... Major Kudos for showing and admitting your mistakes so others like me wont make them. This looks like a really fun project to try out.

[@Brian395f]

for me an excellent presentation..great imagination and feeling for the project...this will no doubt get people trying and that is all you wanted...Thanks Green Beetle.

[@highlandwinterwolf8589]

Very cool, this is quite interesting to see in modern day as the general population doesn't quite think of things like this. May have to try this myself, I've been thinking about getting into forging.

[@animmaldrummer7439]

Love your vídeo!!! l'm a newbie in this amazing Art of knife making!!! Although my First "good" (too expensive in fact) was in 1989. A First Blood's movie replica until I lost it during a moving in my First year of marriage in 2004. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge!!! =))

[@FateOfAll]

i would buy one it looks very strong, idc about the edge all that much nice work!!!

[@bobm4187]

Great video. It always amazes me. The complainers just cannot get the point.

[@ianryan5727]

Brilliant advice about coatings or unknown origins. Cheers ... so many noxious and toxic coatings and alloys.

[@Grizzydan]

It's nuts this has almost 2 mil views. Kudos man for having such a great channel. I made my first knife by hand like this.. and that was enough for me.. My 2nd knife I bought a 1x30, and went through $20 in belts instantly.. I said no way jose.. and I started building a 2x72. I'm so close to finishing it right now I can smell it. However, my choice of rollers is holding me up curently [longboard wheels that aren't round] I hope to have it working another day or two.

[@davejohnson385]

I watch this video a few times, I have all the tools you have in this video. I have absolutely zero experience and forging or nice making. Having said that, this inspires me to have a go of it. Why the heck not.

[@TheVikingOni2025]

Awesome and subscribed! Can't wait to give it a go myself. Oh and those complaining in the comments about the safety disclaimer, are usually the ones who end up missing a few fingers or an eye by the time they're 40.

[@readyrepairs]

***** no, they are the dead ones.

[@flamer800]

+readyrepairs Without arms

[@JGstunts22]

just found your channel , your very talented

[@JoshHopkinsYT]

Great idea making the ground-forge :) I'm gonna try that for melting aluminum. My furnace broke up after 4 melts :(

[@MrWaffles108]

What's the name of your Sharpening Kit ? Looks well good!

[@lawsonbarlow2797]

would you be interested in forging another one with monetary incentive with the use of powertools,anvils,etc...

[@GreenBeetle]

+lawson barlow I've done it for a few other people but you have to understand rebar makes a poor knife. Edge retention is bad, etc. This is mostly just a fun beginners project. [e-mail] if you want to talk more about it.

[@inthefade]

+lawson barlow This would be an awesome knife for a manly steak house restaurant.

[@skeochj1355]

+inthefade yeah for sure

[@armanhatamkhani7362]

+inthefade didn't think of that great idea

[@toddparnaby5799]

Great vid man , I've used re-bar as a practice steel a few years ago and treated in my kitchen with much the same result good fun and great to learn with as it free from most construction sites lol

[@fishingpervert]

Great video. Nice job at forging a knife with backyard "junk". I love the obligatory disclaimers.

[@mattnobrega6621]

Very cool idea. Wish I had the time, and space for it and the material. I would get my metal from where I find it on the streets. I collect trash like that and repurpose it if I can. Made and arrow head from a spoon only using a framing hammer, tin snips and a file courtesy of corporal corner. Thumbs up.

[@walteradams9217]

thats badass man a true inspiration

[@j.t7442]

thanks for making this video, i've always been curious about using rebar to make a knife, not knowing if it was good enough to use.

[@davidbostock6776]

Excellent and interesting IMO. An alternate to an anvil is a length if railroad rail you can pick up. book I have seemed to have a preference for as I recall 110 lb. Also there is such a problem with trash on ebay there is a web oage about anvil shaped objects Metalugy gets deep fast with temps and types, so glad you wound up with a good result.

[@grizwoldstad9956]

Really enjoyed this as I have never tried forging, I learned some things and look forward to other videos.

[@txthagreat1]

that was absolutely amazing start to finish.. i wonder would it have made a good throwing knife

[@asdkilo691]

Thanks for the idea of the forge I had no way to get one or afford any materials to make one but after I saw the forge I was able to create a replica and start making some small things . Thanks for the ideas and keep up the videos

[@garnet4utube]

Just like climbing a mountain ... you did it because it was there. I like it.

[@trumbles6885]

Oh god thanks.. Blacksmithing is my dream, now I can do it in my backyard. I already have EVERYTHING...

[@trumbles6885]

+Trumbles This is really cool, I want to start forging weapons and armor for my local HEMA club, so i'll start my own little backyard forge to practice, I literally have enough slabs and paving stones and scrap to do what i want, just need a bit of clay from home depot.