Forging a Herb Sickle

[@dougowt]

For some reason the KZbin algorithms didn't decide to share this with me, so I'm catching up rather late on this. As many other commentators have already said, these are some of your very best videos. And you couldn't hope for a better gift.

[@leoningleright4910]

While I love all of the videos of your more grand-scale projects, these videos of small one-off projects borne of your creative spark are still my favorite of all. Watching you take a spontaneous vision or idea and lovingly craft it into existence (to your obvious delight) is among the most uplifting experiences I am graced to witness. Your ingenuity, imagination, and craftsmanship are unmatched. Thank you for sharing these gems!

[@BrizzleRocker]

As someone stuck behind a desk all day I still find it fascinating to watch you work Max. Thanks for sharing this little adventure.

[@Lemma01]

What's so engaging about this project is your process - too often one gets the impression it's all about application of skills - here, you share the thinking and the exploration. While it's obviously the product of experience, it is most satisfying to see ideas being worked through and solutions evolved. A beautiful gift, Max.

[@mceajc]

I found the "ding!" of the dinky little oven almost unbearably adorable. That silly comment out theway, the whole video is a testament to your hard work, inventiveness and attention to detail. Anyone would be chuffed to get such a wonderful gift - thanks for sharing the gift of its manufacture with all of us. All the best to your beloved on their birthday.

[@totalutternutter]

Spare a thought for all those women who only get a pair of ear rings on their birthday, poor buggers.

[@willdo516]

Your sense of form and proportion is masterful.

[@RobertGSolomon]

Lust wanted to give my condolences to the loss of your Queen 👸

[@CarlJones14]

I didn't get this vid when it cam e out. "Not much cop". This brought a smile to face.

[@CarlJones14]

A very nice present. I'd have thought heat the ferrel on? Just wondering.

[@burlatsdemontaigne6147]

I don't know why but a 'Herb Sickle' sound like something that should have been in Wacky Races. Nice to see you thumpin' some iron!

[@domedweller4202]

It turned out beautifully.

[@samrodian919]

A wonderful present for your partner Max. Repurposed from you Grandfather's old inch chisel. That is a nice bit of English tool steel, no doubt made in Sheffield a hundred years or so ago. It might even be crucible cast steel, you never know.( unless it was stamped on it lol ) and the hickory would have been my first choice .

[@bryanrotchell1565]

Lovely sickle , he will be proud ov that fairplay to you 👍

[@twotone3070]

I'm stuck saying Herbsicle, so I visualise a Rastafarian ice lolly. Loved this build and so pleased you got it done in time.

[@rogergregory5981]

Max that looks great ... someone's very happy

[@elizah3828]

Imagine being given, something so beautifully crafted. I truly hope the recipient appreciates such a precious gift xX

[@JBucks99]

Great gift and so well made! Imagine in 50 years time someone getting hold of it and turning it back into a chisel

[@wombal177jim]

its good to keep the Superman hammering

[@_stoatchaser]

What a splendid chopper. I'm sure the recipient will be most pleased

[@stevepettifer4896]

Reminds me a bit of the sickle used by Getafix, the druid in Asterix (who's name I just had to look up and I've only just got the joke in his name 35 years after I first read any Asterix books!). Looks beautiful though, anyone would be honoured to receive such a thing. Love watching your work, Max. Nothing like leaving it to the last moment, eh? 😁

[@maximusironthumper]

I hadn't thought of that, I used to love those books, maybe I was subconsciously inspired by childhood memory!

[@Potsie]

I was just about to make the same comment Steve ... I wonder if herbs cut by Max's partner will also create a superhuman strength potion :) ... Max - great work, very interesting watching the process - much better than throwing old stuff away doing that, and I hope you wrapped it up with those cut wild flowers when giving it to the missus ... Pots. Australia.

[@bobbyfischer6786]

Nice Travis Bickle that. Well done, Sir

[@graemezimmer604]

Thanks Max, very interesting. I did like the final scene with the Sickle, the Anvil, and a bunch of native flowers.

[@MarktheOddJob]

Wow, there's something so heartwarming about this video. Plus the great news that Max has a partner! As someone who came here years ago for the Land Rovers and Project Awesome I didn't think I'd manage an hour about a herb sickle but I watched and enjoyed every minute. Your videos are so interesting and calming they are like therapy sessions. Nice one Max and thank you.

[@keithhodgson6489]

Brilliant - thank you.

[@kerryirwin5581]

That's beautiful, love it ..

[@herenow2895]

Thanks for taking us on this creative little journey. I like the way you dispel the myth, jack of all trades, master of none. You are master of many. An excellent job, very well done. The end shot @ 56:48 is worth a painting.

[@noddybray]

Very nice!.. captain Hook will be jealous.

[@dustymiller7758]

Fantastic entertainment and truly a labour of love. I'm sure it will be treasured and probably be still used in decades.

[@tomjohns8498]

Grandad tools have now taken on a whole new meaning... from museum pieces to 1000s of possibilities ✨️ 🙌

[@kevinsimpson7114]

Awesome transformation of something no longer useable, in to an amazing present. Superb.👌🏻

[@888johnmac]

ooh , a new video .. something to look forward to after work

[@mrb1864]

That turned out ideal, proportions seem nice . The handle detail just enough look interesting without being over stating . Hope it was liked and been chopping the herbs ... You seemed enjoy the process, makes a change from rusty land rovers lol .

[@gbentley8176]

Max what a joy to see your skills honed to perfection. I am sure it was well received. Strangely I have been using my Grandfathers inch and half chisel from 1906 doing flooring. Panicked for a day when it disappeared. Thankfully found in a safe place and not buried under the oak floor. Old tools really are a joy to use and re-purpose. Thank you for the video.

[@aguyfromthe60s7]

What an awesome creation, from something that you had no use for to something that will be treasured by a special person.

[@christopherkise]

Getafix!! I knew it - off course he gets his tools from Maximus. It all makes sense now. :) - very very nice gift :)

[@Jaqaroo]

That was great Max. Very enjoyable video and a lovely sickle.

[@TheMrWoodsman]

I am sure she or he will love it, well done and thank you for the video Max.

[@coles201]

Good to see you make making Max. Envious of your firewood stock!

[@mully89]

Facinating and random, and thats why I love your channel 👍Awesome Job 👍

[@samuelkirby6221]

Thanks Max. For those of us who can't do, watching you teach is a treat. Thank you for broadening my knowledge and for the careful narration you provide for us amateurs. Cheers.

[@jamesgibb9737]

What a beautiful gift Max!

[@maximusironthumper]

Thank you James!

[@domrumble8243]

As a former metalworker,and now joiner i have always been fascinated by Blacksmithing.Thankyou for showing the complete process Max.If Abu Hamza wasnt locked up,im sure he would want some custom attachments for his prosthetic.Excellent vid bud!

[@deepheight]

An hour long video and every moment fascinating. The end result is a thing a genuine beauty. Thanks a lot Max.

[@naturesmoments1297]

well explained, you would make a good Captain Hook too 😀

[@alanhutchins4233]

Wonderful work, and I liked the way you offset it with the native flowers.btw love your mums artwork!

[@KHGrinderboy]

Awesome!

[@vza423]

What a gift ... it will be greatly appreciated and treasured for a very long time. Thank you.

[@victorgoncalves2442]

Awesome work Max , amazing result , job well done . Hope that the person enjoyed your present . Thank you for the video .

[@aidanscapeing]

Nice Job, its a lovely gift.

[@FretboardToAsh]

Such an amazing gift. Purposeful and personal, can't ask for much more than that.

[@RoBBz2000]

beautiful build! :)

[@MrMannakin]

Beautiful final result and a pleasure to watch you work!

[@ThePeterfrancon]

Nice to see you back in the workshop Max and what lovely herb sickle you've made!

[@its_marc]

Excellent craftsmanship as always. Looks a really handy tool made with love.

[@philiprogers5772]

Nice.

[@_n_l_]

Great video as always :)

[@richardmaxfield8339]

Enjoyed the entire video, many thanks.....Happy birthday to your partner......

[@nnglnd]

Looks like times are changing for max , I hope things work out. I've enjoyed your videos and am still interested in project Kermit.

[@2wheelswideCoUk]

What a beautiful thing and a beautiful video. Thanks Max.

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

What a beautiful gift! And I loved your Mum's artwork too. x

[@joelgraboski9207]

The herbsicle is the most overlooked popsicle flavor

[@davidhaywood8029]

What a superb gift -- and lucky recipient! (I've generally found a Scottish lass of the non-heroin-addict variety, or a New Zealand lass of the not-excessively-handy-with-a-knife variety, to be the best; although other options are available, and have also been known to bring great happiness...)

[@dragontattooee]

Fantastic video, like you I've a supply of old chisels too, never contemplated doing what you did. Cheer Max

[@claresmith8438]

Great work 👍

[@gregorykingdesign8991]

Thank you for another greatly enjoyable video. Inspiring me to get out in my workshop and lite the forge

[@georgesharman9891]

A work of art Max . Great

[@meganrosney287]

Just lovely

[@maximusironthumper]

Thank you Megan!

[@brotherkith]

Great job Max, well done!

[@OKBushcraft]

Came out great! I have made a few spoon knives and a few mocotaugan knives. I'll finish the edge in the curves with very fine grit paper rolled around a dowel. Thanks for the video. Greetings from Oklahoma USA, John.

[@adrianjagmag]

Getafix would love this!!! :D

[@ralphcoupland5285]

That was a great video Max, I really liked the bigger shape, I think it's a nicer proportion than the original drawing. Very interesting watching all the parts being created from recycled/scrap bits. I recently put an old axe handle on the fire!

[@maximusironthumper]

Cheers Ralph!

[@johnclarke2997]

Thanks Max

[@frankagius2364]

Love your videos

[@Dominic.Minischetti]

Now that’s cool brother!!

[@danielmills3186]

oooh i came for the bike made of herbs...

[@crispinleslie]

Fascinating. Thanks Max :)

[@lazylad8544]

Excellent work again max. Could of done with a photo at the end of your beaming smiling partner. That would of validated all the hard graft and skill you put in to making the item. Thanks for making the video and keeping us entertained👍👍👍

[@matheushorstmann1816]

I would sharpen it using the top of the belt sander, that curve seem nice for this sickle.

[@MsScotlyn]

I hope that wasn’t the bunch of flowers you were giving her along with the finished sickle 😊! You are so talented, thanks for sharing x

[@stina6762]

Don’t really know what to say Max . Other than keep it coming!!! 🤷‍♀️

[@grenvillephillips6998]

Herb Sickle, herb sickle - I want to try my herb sickle!

[@johnblair2939]

blimey.

[@twocvbloke]

Also seful for peeling a cow for a big ol' cow roast... :D

[@nihilnovumsubsole6334]

While a traditional heat treatment might be preferable, work hardening would have been an option aswell. Traditional sickles are generally work hardened, and since no heavy cutting operation is presumably taking place the work hardening is generally sufficient.

[@popuptoaster]

A herb sickle sounds like something you ride to a farmers market.

[@jayjohnson3724]

Do you have the boat shaped stones we used on the scythes back in the day? You could also peen it. This is completely fascinating. That truly is a work of art.

[@andyjota8906]

I would have been double impressed if you got a motor -sickle out of a pipe wrench........... only in america though for that kind of skills eh.... lol

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍

[@rolandpl1958]

I would call that 'a present made with TLC'.

[@patriot6251]

never mind the latest what's going on with the Landy ? But all the same great watch as always

[@Patmac74]

Those sharpeners, the ceramic, not the carbide are actually pretty good in my experience

[@FontedaPipaPortugueseFarmLife]

A herbicikle..... sound like something a stoner would ride to the shops 😂Nice on max, looks great! I started getting into lathes a few years ago, about the time you made some lathe chisels from old files..... from all the guys i learnt from here on YT they all say sand at a lower speed, is there a reason you sped up the lathe?

[@maximusironthumper]

It's how I was taught to do it as a child! I've always sanded as fast as the machine will go, I'm just careful to keep the paper moving and have a light touch towards the end.

[@herenow2895]

I know this has got nothing to do with the sickle, but what's the state of play with the charcoal kiln ? I just re-watched your coppicing video and was wondering if it's on the back burner (no pun) :)

[@maximusironthumper]

It's still on the to do list but not much progress yet!

[@Rich-on6fe]

How about an induction furnace?

[@noskillsbutihavewatchedayo5765]

So what you drew on your bench, was that CAD (Chalk Aided Design)?

[@WilliamTMusil]

Hiya Max

[@markowen7164]

Is that like a bysickl

[@rudolfberki8683]

I personally admire what you do which really inspired me to do the same. I would like to live completely off grid, the way you do, but the only thing a can't put my head around is that how do I pay for the car insurance and keep my bank account if I live in a barn like that since they ask for a permanent postal address? I guess I would need to apply for a planning permission, (if the council accepts it), or does the land have a postal address that insurance companies and banks accept? How can that be solved? Any ideas?

[@maximusironthumper]

I made a video all about it! Check out my off-grid playlist (off-grid basics part 5).

[@rudolfberki8683]

@@maximusironthumper Thank you.

[@futurecaredesign]

Check out a knife sharpening system called 'Razor Sharp edgemaking system'. Its two 8 inch MDF disks that you mount onto a bench grinder. They make your knives shaper than anything I have come across. Wranglerstar did a nice video on them.

[@rahtari2000]

hi ! when you start again with Projekt Awesome ?