Forging a 180-Layer Twist Damascus Chef Knife

In this video I make a billet of 180 layer twist damascus and then forge an 8” chef knife out of it. The handle is made with black micarta and white G10 liners, and has (6) 3mm stainless steel handle pins.
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[@pullingthestrings5233]

Now this is craftsmanship. None of the Chineseium metal used.

[@DavidMoonForge]

Only the best! Thanks for watching! 🤙

[@daviddingus8575]

It's a great looking knife and I like the shirt

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thank you! You can get yourself a Do What You Love T-shirt or hoodie on my website 😉.

[@BillyMuir]

Great work, sir! Always wanted to get into smithing but I'll stick with wood for the time being lol

[@DavidMoonForge]

Lol, thanks for watching! Woodworking is one of the gateways to knife making. Maybe just grab an anvil if you ever see one at an estate sale or something 😜

[@danunger3240]

Why not fit up the scales before etching the blade, so that you can see the pattern all around the tang?

[@DavidMoonForge]

I do it that way sometimes too. I think shaping the handle once it's glued up generally gives a more seamless feel. I agree with you that shaping before glue up has a nice look to it when you can see the pattern down the entire spine and tang.

[@rondangeli4175]

GORGEOUS, LIKE THE SIMPLE HANDLE SHAPE

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thank you!

[@kokomodave]

It's funny how we have the same name and into knives. I make tactical stuff, not chef's cutlery... Do you ever set up for Blade?

[@DavidMoonForge]

No way, that's wild! 😂 I went to Blade Show Atlanta this year, but I didn't have a table. Do you have a website or socials I can check out?

[@TheOGfrenchy]

Turned out great!!! What kind of a press do you have? Is it homemade or did you buy it somewhere? It looks like it’s plenty capable while also having a smaller footprint!? Thanks for the video!

[@DavidMoonForge]

It's a 12-ton press from Coal Iron Works. It's a great press for the size and cost. The die surface is relatively small, but that's part of what makes it feel like it has more power than it does. I think at some point I'll upgrade to the 16-ton or the 25-ton, but I'm ultimately really happy with the purchase. If you are a hobby maker or just have a small workspace this press is perfect.

[@TheOGfrenchy]

@@DavidMoonForge thanks for the feedback and information. Much appreciated!!! I want to attempt a Damascus blade here soon. The information on your videos is priceless!!! Thanks again!!!

[@DavidMoonForge]

@@TheOGfrenchy you bet! Thanks for watching! Good luck on your first Damascus 🤙

[@chewyakarieckenicholas6049]

Love the shirt where can I get one

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thanks! They're available on my website. www.davidmoonforge.com

[@jamesonkruger6989]

Where did you get your press?

[@DavidMoonForge]

It's a 12-ton press from Coal Iron Works.

[@peterskey8155]

Absolutely beautiful, thank you for a great vid 🙏

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! 🤙

[@jcubetube3778]

Seeet looking knife! Do you re-etch the blade after you shape the handle to reveal the pattern on the spine and handle area or do you leave it? I use gun blueing to darken the spine or I coat the handle with wax and etch last.

[@DavidMoonForge]

Hey, thanks for watching. I left the spine and handle without re-etching on this knife, but I've done both before. I think I prefer re-etching though, so you can see the pattern throughout the whole spine and handle.

[@Obsidian369]

Competing with your music to talk sucks

[@DavidMoonForge]

Yeah, I finally cut out music altogether and just do voiceovers in my recent videos. I think that style seems to work out better for the viewer.

[@bobgore1962]

Awesome job, David!!! It is absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing! 😎👍🏻🔨🔥🔪

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thank you, I really appreciate that!

[@fishandgame]

Really enjoyed the video! I liked the longer format! Incredible knife!

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thanks for watching! 🤙

[@khalidRM9]

One of best knifes i ever seen Thanks , but how kan we get one ?😊

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thank you! If you're interested in a custom knife you can send me an email [e-mail]

[@adambrown8009]

This looks great. I want one.

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thanks dude! Send me a DM if you want to talk about getting on the books for a custom knife. 🤙

[@kevinlipka4336]

Awesome knife.

[@DavidMoonForge]

Thank you!