Forging a Damascus Knight's Sword by hand

[@ThePathOfFire]

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[@belarbimohamed8662]

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[@samadbenzian670]

U are Nice women have u boy freinds

[@igorbuckel8060]

I clicked on the video because of the wonderful bust and then found an outstanding lesson in craftsmanship. Already recommended.

[@wizard1800]

Very few people understand the work and devotion it takes to turn out this type of work. Great job and thank you for keeping a forgotten craft alive.

[@ThePathOfFire]

I appreciate that wizard

[@swertresngpinas6917]

Nice po

[@alexgavurnik2478]

I am a farrier and a blacksmith. Nothing but respect in the talent and artistry. Proud to see a woman taking the steel by the horns.

[@tinygriffy]

I first thought that thumbnail is just clickbait, I was hesitant to click on it, but then I watched the video and I must say, I am impressed. Thanks for sharing !

[@Aintgotnohowwatchamacallit]

It is tho. You haven't noticed something with all the videos?

[@randomdutchguy]

@@Aintgotnohowwatchamacallit all filled with great art work...?

[@topofhelist6592]

Smithing only fans I mean why not it’s cool what she’s making and she’s nice to look at win all the way around

[@kencornine8787]

Wow!! Unbelievably impressive!!!

[@lordkevlar]

My 5 year old daughter came over to see what I was watching and in a shocked voice said "Women can make swords?" I told her of course they can! I want you to know you have inspired my daughter to make a sword herself.

[@PRR1954]

'said "Women can make swords?"' Of course, and women can make (design, not just assemble) electronics, like Naomi Wu. However if you show breasts, KZbin will down-rank you in suggestions or even demonitize you. That's stupid of them.

[@michaelpeffer8517]

Ah yeah your looking at the sword 😂😂

[@BeardedBored]

As someone who doesn't own a welder, I thought the pipe clamp to hold the steel together was a really cool idea. Impressive work on the whole piece:-)

[@ThePathOfFire]

Stainless won't forge weld under normal forge welding environment

[@chucktelschow]

@@ThePathOfFire why not always use the hose clamps? Looks like they worked great. What kind of steel were you using?

[@gawdzila]

That is a LOT of layers for hand damascus, and the ladder pattern looks SO good, omg! That hose clamp method was brilliant, too. And the hand engraving on the pommel with your own gravers! What!! No fancy tools or machines beyond a forge and some grinders and just a lot of really excellent careful hand work. What an artisan.

[@johngrace199]

As a woodworker, I've never done any metal work so all I know about it is from watching Forged in Fire and several KZbin channels I subscribe to. I found yours several days ago and love how you approach your work. One doesn't need to work in the medium of steel to see that every blow with the hammer and other adjoining steps has been thought out and is part of a bigger plan. Your work is excellent and I certainly enjoy how you present your videos...the occasional wording across the screen and the accompanying music is excellent. It's always a joy to watch an artist and craftsman at work...thank you.

[@highlander147]

That is a tremendous piece of work - combining ancient skills, hard labour and creativity to make something that’s truly a work of art. Congratulations and thanks for sharing.

[@jamesgoodman6243]

Now to smelt true Damascus steel and then forge it into a true work of beauty would be a feat in itself. This masterpiece from folding the steel is a masterpiece along with the scabbard. Brilliant and OUTSTANDING.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you

[@rcninjastudio]

this is as authentic as swordsmithing gets, mixing the old ways with very little of the modern ways, love every second

[@ThePathOfFire]

I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@danielmoore381]

Gorgeous smithing job! That sword is top notch. You can tell you love your craft! Anyone would feel like a king who would be fortunate enough to wield such a blade

[@devinwhite5064]

There was something mesmerizing about the way you work. And the music you choose makes it even more so. Thank you for sharing this art with us.

[@rcdogmanduh4440]

My lucky day, stumbled across this video and seen so many smiths make knives and swords I didn't think I would watch it through! I was totally wrong excellent everything. I made my living machining metal and loved watching you push it around. Never seen the anealing/normalizing done that way. Great work!

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you so much

[@matthewmerrick4452]

You are an incredible Smith. I haven't seen anyone else forge a Damascus sword without a power hammer. AWESOME

[@ThePathOfFire]

I mean if mine was working haha. but you gotta do what you gotta do

[@jefflavenau]

@@neilgillmore you must not know anything about forge welding.

[@Kotiare]

@@neilgillmore Have you EVER tried forge welding by hand you uncultured Word Grubber.

[@typhoon37351]

@@neilgillmore Forge welding is notoriously difficult if you don't have the power tools for it

[@Youtubeforcedmetochangemyname]

There are a couple people That do it not many though

[@Moggzilla76]

My Dear Lady I want to THANK YOU for TRULY KEEPING the CRAFT OLD SCHOOL!!! YOU and YOUR CRAFT are A SHINING LIGHT in an Otherwise DISMAL WORLD!!! WOTAN IS PROUD TO CALL YOU A DAUGHTER!!! PLEASE KEEP IT UP!!! 👍👌

[@wadejustanamerican1201]

Incredible skill. Truly a sword made for a king, forged by a true Smith and Shield Maiden. Thank you for sharing.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johntsoukas8723]

She should be starring in Game of Thrones!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gavinnorris6348]

I watch a few smiths on YT and be they bearded or breasted the dedication and skill put into their craft is incredible.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Hahaha love it

[@willheim4820]

I loved the quenching part, such a beautiful contrast between the darkness of the night and the flaming sword, simply art. Beautiful sword.

[@zirndorfredleg7688]

That's sword is priceless and the work that went into it. Your focus and abilities rewarded you well. I am speechless at the quality of work that you do.

[@st-h7364]

This is epic! it’s the first time on youtube I see someone forging an entire damascus sword with no power hammer or with a welder, it’s freaking art 🙏 very well done

[@davidbureaux6371]

When the world goes to shit,people like you will be very valuable. What you do is a lost art. Wonderful craftsmanship!

[@ThePathOfFire]

thank you

[@RamiJames]

the world has already gone to shit

[@ThePathOfFire]

@@RamiJames yup

[@RamiJames]

at least there's youtube

[@sbuysgm]

wonderful watching a master of their craft at work. I have often discussed how skills such as yours are dying out. I loved your statement about earning a living in a world without power tools. Thanks for sharing.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Youre very sweet thank you

[@rob4freedom2012]

Beautiful piece. It's such a skill, and most people don't realise just how much hard work, AND tremendous craftsmanship goes in to this kind of art. Great to see a young lady doing this. Hats off to you 🤗

[@spacemonkeyjones2093]

Lol. I muted Skyrim so I could hear this music and ended up pausing it when the pattern welding started. About 20 seconds in. This was an amazing video. You got me hooked. Gingers forever!!!

[@ThePathOfFire]

Welcome

[@samtan8430]

It's a piece of art! can't imagine how much effort that you had put into it.

[@matthewsalyersjr4965]

I was really Impressed, there’s hardly anyone nowadays that still does it traditionally the old way.. and the pattern on the blade was beautiful! You have some serious beauty and talent and what you do.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you matthew

[@matthewsalyersjr4965]

forge harder You’re more than welcome

[@thomasarussellsr]

@@ThePathOfFire any plans on redressing that chewed up anvil? Alec Steele has an anvil coming out soon, its a good looking item and although out of my meager budget, a resonably priced anvil for brand new.

[@СергейБусс-ы6ч]

Просто красиво. Ничего лишнего. Смотриш с замиранием сердца. Руки мастера своего дела что тут ещё сказать. МОЛОДЕЦ.

[@Waltorian]

Unfortunately I cannot write the word speechless because I would be writing something , simply one of the most stunning displays of patience, talent and many other words out of my reach right now. Beautiful!

[@Crosley3251]

DITTO

[@ViralMag_Ravager]

It's interesting how relaxing watching someone forging something by hand actually is, good sound track choice also by the way.

[@ThePathOfFire]

I hear that a lot

[@bladefirestorm9498]

beautiful job! and you are one of a few people that i have seen so far that don't use a full size forge for heating before quenching and it turned out great! i may try some of the things you did in the video.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you very much!

[@johnbiggs7620]

Absolutely beautifully done. Even the editing was an audio-visual journey 😍

[@Raspredval1337]

damn, most of the modern blacksmiths use electric hammering tools, and u just smashing the hell outta metal bars. I'am deeply impressed

[@gagandeepsingh6911]

Hlo

[@kellywren9215]

The level of skill involved in this was amazing! I don't even want to think about how long this took to do hand forging like that. Well done.

[@ThePathOfFire]

hi kelly, it took about a month total. working the steel in yellow orange helps move it easier, but ive been doing this for 13 years so i have the muscle memory and know how to throw the hammer to get the most movement. thanks for commenting and watching i really appreciate it

[@brucelucas1756]

I've never seen anyone using just a hammer and anvil for the whole project, you've got some major skills there. 😃

[@de0509]

Power tools at 7:45 btw

[@MrKellyv1]

@@de0509 angle grinder but who cares... still rad

[@kevenbeene4585]

Beautiful work. Here is someone who truly cares about the blades and sheaths. I've seen a lot of older supposed mastersmiths who do do this level of works. Great job young lady. I'd give you a welder so the ends of your billets don't get wasted if you want it.

[@misterfedorattv]

Absolutely gorgeous piece. I've wamted to learn weapon smithing since I was about six years old but never had the money to start and here you are making a profit off of it. Wild to watch

[@Braeserker]

There’s something incredibly relaxing about watching a sword be forged with Viking music playing in the background.

[@ThePathOfFire]

thats how i feel

[@philliprobertson]

@@ThePathOfFire what band or name of songs are in this video?

[@dimaded1292]

Dzivia

[@ThePathOfFire]

Its in the description

[@SimplyKomplicated]

You're the first female blacksmith I've ever seen! Finally! Your skill is amazing! Don't ever stop!

[@ThePathOfFire]

There are thousands. Youre just not looking :) and I will thank you

[@christophersolies9122]

​@@ThePathOfFire I Teaching my girlfriend how to smith. Thank you, you are her inspiration now. For that I have big respect to you. Also, very good job.

[@rickperez8044]

Beauty brought me here. Intense craftwork made me stay.

[@ThePathOfFire]

thank you rick

[@chainmailcanada5256]

If I encountered this beautiful, fire haired shield maiden on a battlefield, with her Damascus sword I would run the other way. Very nice work. Nice attention to detail.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Good answer

[@docv73]

That was far more entertaining than watching Forged in Fire. I don't understand how almost 2,000 people dislike it so much that they took the time to click the thumbs down button??????? The artistry and effort that went into EVERY PIECE of that, blew me away! The simplistic appearance of the design does not give credit to the work and fine detail put into this sword and scabbard!!! I'm hooked, and subscribed! Now... to torture test it. 😁😁

[@ThePathOfFire]

thank you so much. honestly, i get a lot of hate from a lot of men because they are really threatened that i can do with minimal tools what they cant do with an aircraft hanger full of modern tools. you should read the comments that get filtered out, its fucking unbelieveable some of the shit they say.

[@ThePathOfFire]

@@myvipmailbox thank you 🥺

[@nightfrailer]

This is amazing! That cutting and folding of the blocks is absolutely mesmerizing, ASMR be damned, I had the volume off and it was mesmerizing. I can picture smiths doing that for thousands of years. That blade must be magic!

[@ThePathOfFire]

I try for an asmr in my videos

[@thomasarussellsr]

Please define "ASMR" Thanks

[@ac4633]

Fantastic job! 👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍 Odin would be proud of you and your craftswomen skills!

[@robshipley7543]

Your skills are incredible this is true art at it’s finest

[@ThePathOfFire]

i appreciate that rob

[@thomasarussellsr]

@@ThePathOfFire I would, however, like to see better footage of the finished blade. What little we saw looked to be a beautoful pattern.

[@philipdunn7538]

That was a lot of work and all done by hand. Well done to you!

[@ThePathOfFire]

thank you I appreciate your kindness

[@whitetrashandhellbound6905]

It's not often I can sit through an entire KZbin video, but I was captivated by the talent. Great video amazing content. Appreciated.

[@ThePathOfFire]

That means a lot I really appreciate that

[@wobblyduck1594]

You are a craftsman and a smith ordained by the gods, madam. Beautiful work.

[@chrisosh9574]

Outstanding work, I have seen so many others who depend on a huge range of expensive equipment to achieve what you do with amazing skill and by hand, you can definitely show the boys a thing or two and I mean that entirely within the context of smithing and craft skills.

[@ThePathOfFire]

thank you chris

[@voidgere]

Well to be fair to all smiths, if you plan to make a living out this trade, machinery allows you to create more product and make it profitable. But there is something spiritual about going back to basics and just feeling the metal move under nothing but human power.

[@skips276]

Sword's crafted by a hot red Sonja sign me up!! Great work darlin💯

[@JOKER-PALESTINE]

i like the way how you made the sword in old fashioned way , it is the best way . i salute your work , greatings

[@fredazcrate4362]

A great Norman sword for a skill Viking princess. Kudos! Another wonderful video

[@stevenbell2686]

The sword is amazing. Such skill and talent. The time and patience it must have taken to accomplish forging such a masterpiece. I will continue to watch you build more now that I have found your pages. Keep up the amazing work.

[@nitron_one]

Неожиданно было видеть девушку в кузне или кузнице,не знаю как правильно,но она умница) И фигура хорошая)))

[@keesflakes6211]

Never saw someone use hose clips to make damascus, really nice and I love the sword and its sheath with the blue leather and patterns underneath it! Keep doing what you do and I hope you have more of this content :D

[@ThePathOfFire]

I'm glad you like it

[@shanigujrati1400]

@@ThePathOfFire babe you are great girl nice work

[@SuperBroncosguy]

You working metal is just what the Dr. ordered. Thanks from Colorado.

[@MrKellyv1]

Hey, I'm in Colorado too and I concur.

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

What can you say, awesome and beautiful. Such talent and skills. I never seen one of these type videos where they also included sheath and inlay skills. Thank you.

[@ThePathOfFire]

I really wanted to show start to finish. The version for my patreon fans is almost double the length

[@thorvaldtrollhammer]

wow, gorgeous! and without powerhammer. and the music. best 30 minutes of the week!

[@ThePathOfFire]

I'm glad you like

[@catch22fishing65]

I really like what you did with the C clamps. No welding so there's no mild steel mixed in very nice.

[@raymondwilliams2609]

I recently subscribed to the channel having a love of all things cutlery since childhood. Even now, at nearly 58 years old, if I had just 5% of this woman's talent I would be a happier man than I know I'll never live to be. An artisan for sure, a true swordsmith and a true beauty aswell. 🤗😍❤️😷👋

[@scottmontoya7246]

I’m completely in awe of your craftsmanship, artistry, ingenuity and devotion! It’s humbling, to say the least! Thank you.

[@rikwilliams6352]

What we do in life is how we are judged by those who come after us... You've no worries on that score, nice work.

[@ThePathOfFire]

That's awesome to say. I appreciate that

[@davestellingwerf7880]

Really didnt expect you would do all the forging by hand, that's some amazing skill!! Loved the video 😁👌

[@yoshyusmc]

Right! Obviously the end result was awesome but all the forging by hand must have been work!!

[@yoshyusmc]

So cool! Nothing beats hammering hot steel. Like others have said, every strike imbues the makers mark. Some swords have been given names that lived through history. Thanks for sharing!

[@zeeshanshaikh2133]

the way you were creating the sword, it seems that your family were actually creating sword for the kings for generations. Such a passion. Truly amazing work of art.

[@ThePathOfFire]

thank you

[@joaomaria8911]

@@ThePathOfFire 🥂

[@freedumbofspeech1977]

Watching this was like reading one of Tolkien's masterpieces........ Just a little more satisfying

[@tinyshedcrafts3974]

The combination of skills involved throughout are nothing short of exceptional and the spring in the blade is magical. Impressed and subscribed. 👍

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank for your words and your subscription

[@mrbrown3546]

The time and effort is phenomenal, TSC said it all. Another sub here too

[@danielcharbonneau222]

@@ThePathOfFire I really don't understand why KZbin would remove any of you videos in the making of this Sword . Your a magnificent manipulator of steel. Your artistry is beautiful I think who ever removed your video should look up the meaning to artistry and educate themselves. Your creative skill, accomplishment and ability to create such a beautiful piece and at the same time set up your camera shots showing the grain and structure of the blade was outstanding. I just don't know what else to say. I LOVED this video! I too just Subscribed to your channel.

[@ThePathOfFire]

It was the original audio. So bands and music people own this platform. I dont get a dime of ad money becuase they take all of it if you use any of their music but like videos suck without awesome music. Some bands if you use their music your video gets shut down. Which is why I have patreon to be able to afford to keep making videos of ahigher quality so

[@petermartinez5573]

Wow just wow. Your metal forging skills are beyond belief. You are a true artisan of metal.

[@lewiscowden9731]

That sword is a a work of art. Amazing work. I would love to own a sword like that. 👏👏👏👏

[@sledgehammer9966]

This is the stuff dreams are made of.

[@justuandmebb]

This is beyond craftsmanship... it is art

[@experienceprecision5406]

No it's above art it's craftsmanship.

[@einmeister9087]

@@experienceprecision5406 100 % right !

[@erwinnurrizaldi6628]

No it's craftswomanship

[@pram0385]

@@erwinnurrizaldi6628 did you just assume her gender??🖕

[@thebigbonham884]

Great work!

[@renependergrast7059]

Wow, that is totally amazing. The level of skill involved is unreal. Absolute perfection..

[@omrcjh7]

I’m no blacksmith, but in all the youtube forging videos I’ve never seen some1 put those bands around their billets before. Thats pretty cool.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you

[@jacobmorgan1182]

The method is older but Celtic tribes used to wrap raw iron in tannin and sinew to keep it together for a fire weld with modern tech but I agree I'm a 14th generation blacksmith and I like her innovation.

[@Ray_Morris]

Same here. Pretty smart since you don't have to worry about the stainless contaminating the billet, and it won't melt away.

[@mrblue1356]

Just wow... Sword isn't bad either

[@emperorconstantine1.361]

My thought exactly!

[@JamesClark-ze6ft]

The absolute wonder and awe your videos provoke in me the desire I carried I'm my heart as a lad. I too was mesmerized by the interaction of fire and Metals, whether pulling iron ore from its natural state into a commodity which for millenia has been prized not just for what it was but rather what it might become in the right set of hands. My son shares this same wonder, and as a welder, fabricator, knife and toolmaker, your videos have reignited my fire to teach. THANK YOU...

[@lordfordification]

Wow, incredibly beautiful! The sword is most excellent as well!

[@OrangeDiamond33]

I’d like to bat them cans around like a cat playing with yarn

[@NECATR4D]

Amazing skill Hand,eye,brain coordination is beyond anyone's expectation.

[@gazzadazza8341]

Shankar Narayanan lol, where you looking at the sword making skills or something else........🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@gazzadazza8341]

🧐

[@gazzadazza8341]

NoVaKane 😂

[@NECATR4D]

@@gazzadazza8341 You and me are in the same boat .🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@gorbashin]

Somewhere out there is a shade tree mechanic that would absolutely try to reuse that hose clamp.

[@archstanton3249]

I just found you recently or should I say discovered a treasure. You are truly inspirational and talented beyond words. I look forward to seeing more of that which you have created over the last seven years or more to share on here with us . The few I’ve seen thus far show the dedication, courage, strength and raw talent that you exude Fairmaiden. A credit to all the Arts and the world. You have remanifested once more this realm a consciousness into form from afar past as we know it today. A master of mind & matter. A Godess and Queen of Queen’s Our lady of the lake , we adore thee endlessly! Thank you for returning to your people!

[@rickfoss3409]

Your skill as an artisan is amazing! The care and effort you put in to each piece I have seen so far truly shows a passion and skill worthy of the old gods. I am so glad I found your videos! Thank you.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thanks Rick that means a lot

[@odinallfather4560]

Naturally this video is Odin Approved

[@ThePathOfFire]

well that's a load off!

[@alexbacon1444]

The first time I have watched a smithing video and thought she has done everything the way I would have if I could even do it. Hose clips for Damascus yes finally, carved out handle about time, made a drift samd shape as the tang for the pommel brilliant. I have never seen a male smith do any of these thing and I have always wondered why, maybe there is some obvious reason why and I'm to dumb to see it but then here comes this gorgeous young lady and proves all my armchair guess work right in one video...guess I better subscribe now

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thanks Alex I appreciate you

[@paulbaron5243]

Look at all the crap on the floor and the multiple electrical adapters plugged into yet more adapters, this is what a real workshop looks like. Keep on producing these works of art.

[@ThePathOfFire]

haha thanks

[@ryanchaffee7243]

Sword for a king or is it for the Queen of the forge? That was a fantastic video of making a beautiful sword. The music matched the story of the creating it. Great job, it shows you take great pride in your craft.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@skipbickford3970]

Ryan Chaffee I would say for the queen

[@ITAMARonair]

Hail the old ways. You have some real fire in you that is undeniable

[@ThePathOfFire]

i appreciate that

[@FawkesUniverse]

this some serious skills! I've enjoyed it thoroughly.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Wow, thanks!

[@sukhsingh1593]

Hello my friend

[@sukhsingh1593]

Very good

[@عبداللهالمياحي-ذ5ع4ت]

Butiful and strong good very good

[@michaelblandina7405]

The swirl pattern, caused by the acid etching, is fabulous!

[@cycomisfits]

I'm from Brazil, appeared as a recommendation in another video about forging. I already subscribed to the channel, I loved the work. Congratulations! Sorry for any mistake, i don't speak english and i used google translator.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you for being here

[@jessegrimm9274]

Amazing. The music was perfect for the task. Got skills.

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you jesse

[@denielectrostulov1365]

Очень приятно было смотреть. Спасибо, впечатлён, удивлён и обескуражен )))

[@warrenrobinson3368]

Very majestic looking blade for a Queen like yourself! Fantastic job!

[@ThePathOfFire]

Wow, thank you!

[@alexkulikov2124]

отличная работа !!!! классный получился меч ! great job !!!! a great sword!

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you Alex

[@samaipata4756]

After watching a few of your videos Fay, I truly believe it would be extremely hard for me to name a more fascinating women than you are. I‘m simply astonished by your great skills, dedication and artistic craftsmanship! I only can guess how much research and studying, trial and error it requires until you end up being capable to create and forge such beautiful sword! And on top of that your skills of creating awesome well edited video contend! I hope for you that you will receive the recognition you deserve. 👍💪✌️💞🙏

[@bizarreworld2510]

Expected a power hammer, found none, just elbow grease and a hammer. AMAZING!

[@chrismair8161]

Folded a thousand times. A Weapon beyond a King. Omnipotent Beast of War!

[@91730]

Was like mesmerized wathing this from start to end. Not used to se skills like this these days!

[@spiritualawakenings6251]

I am not into swords and don't know why this popped up on my feed but I did find a couple of scenes well worth the watching.

[@ThePathOfFire]

I'm glad you found something enjoyable

[@HarleyFurgesson]

The time and love it takes and with every hit of the hammer beats life and soul into the piece, it can only feel like it’s alive when it’s wielded , nice work 👍🏻❤️

[@ThePathOfFire]

Thank you

[@saumitragaur8612]

Just admired the detail and the efforts put in to carve out this masterpiece.

[@Joe11Blue]

@@ThePathOfFire where do we go to buy your creations?

[@ThePathOfFire]

@@Joe11Blue Www.faysforge.bigcartel.com

[@Joe11Blue]

@@ThePathOfFire Thank you, otherkin?