Forging A Khard Knife (Collab With Uri Tuchman!)

[@crankyjew2d2]

as a full-time welder-fabricator and part time smith, the "power hammer discussion" is one i've been through many times. also coal vs propane, grinders vs files, etc etc. sure, doing things "the old way" has it's merit and often it's something i enjoy: fire, anvil, hammer, period. but if you're trying to tell me that a blacksmith a few hundred years ago wouldn't have used an angle grinder, a belt grinder, a power hammer or a hydraulic press if those tools were available, because they wanted to do things "the old way," then you are very much mistaken. blacksmiths were the original fabricators, the original inventors, and toolmakers. do you think people where having same discussion when iron took over bronze?

[@stevenstewart9207]

Well said bro, we share the same trade and views about this🤜🤛

[@gorisenke]

Funny you say that, because 100 years ago, power hammers were a thing, and since forging was more prevalent for commodities than it is today, they used the ever loving heck out of them. The old way seemed to only gain "value" when consumers were no longer used to getting forged things.

[@trauma4883]

I just received this knife today and had to make a comment. WOW. It is a beautiful piece of art. Steve, you and Uri did a magnificent job on this project. I am proud to have this piece in my collection.And I am happy that the proceeds are going to a great cause. Thank You.

[@GreenBeetle]

Thanks for bidding!

[@tonyp799100]

I've been following Uri for a good month now. He is one unique dude, but very talented.

[@GreenBeetle]

Most imaginative KZbinr I've seen. He has an amazing channel! Paints, engraves, woodworking, Victorian era hand driven inventions with homemade gears, heheheh so cool.

[@charlesascott661]

His scissors are a bit sketchy 😂

[@StuartSmithHandForgedKNives]

Haha, yeah some things still need to be hand forged. But I fully embrace my press and any tool that aides my work. You can be authentic and poor or efficient pay the bills.

[@WynneEden]

"The damage per second is outstanding when it's properly buffed" ... yeah, I noticed you slipped that in there. Now I'm wondering what game(s) you play.

[@bobbiscub]

I noticed it too. Made me laugh my ass off.

[@lennoxtrey3109]

i realize it is kinda randomly asking but does anybody know a good site to watch newly released series online ?

[@jadielethan8023]

@Lennox Trey Flixportal

[@lennoxtrey3109]

@Jadiel Ethan Thanks, signed up and it seems to work :D Appreciate it!!

[@jadielethan8023]

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[@dukeofearl6256]

Like the guy who taught me said, "If they had this equipment back then....they would have used it."

[@GrumpyCoffeeBean]

Or they had half a dozen apprentices or forgehands helping strike the hammmer....

[@Cadwaladr]

I've been having some problems with arthritis lately and I can barely swing a hammer, so I certainly wouldn't judge anyone for using a press or a power hammer. Also I'm very happy to see you collabing with Uri, I've been a fan of his for a while now.

[@MikeUman]

I think you are absolutely right about old injuries. I sustained severe nerve damage in my right elbow back in 1987, verified by testing done by a doctor. That was a very unpleasant test where, they stick needles directly into your nerves and measure the amount of voltage traveling thru those nerves with given stimuli. Anyway, I powered thru the injury, back in the day, not being able to afford corrective surgery, and, eventually, it all but disappeared. Sure, it flared up once in awhile, but, nothing major. Enter 2017. Out of nowhere, at age 60, it has returned with a vengeance, causing me a lot of grief and has rendered three of my right hand fingers almost completely numb. Odd, since, I have excruciating pain in the elbow itself. The pain in that old elbow injury is now changing my life as I am quickly losing strength in my right arm, and, especially, my right hand. As it stands now, I can just barely work the slide on my sub-compact 9mm. I'm having trouble putting bullets on target, too. Also, performing the "Spydie-flip" with my Spyderco knives is all but gone. No strength left in that middle finger to actuate the move. Not good... Proof positive, to me, that, injuries sustained much earlier in your life will come back and bite you on the ass in your old age.

[@eric-janvanroyen9569]

If you can afford it, use the press. It's the craftsmanship that makes the knife! BTW, love Uri.

[@runrin_]

the way you conduct yourself and your channel is incredible. thank you for introducing me to another great youtuber. i hope you continue to run things at your own whim, because what you're doing is perfect. i would say "don't change a thing," but knowing you, any changes you make will just make your content even better, and give me something i didn't know i needed in my life.

[@The666knives]

The fact that you used modern technology does not make it less of a hand made knife. Modern times with modern techniques resulting something that 1000years ago would have been superior. Keep up the good work!

[@Hacksaw37]

There will always be snobs out there that must have everything done by hand but forging is a process and so is the development of the tools that have made the job easier. As someone who has suffered with wrist and hand pain for 30 years I say thank you Mr Power Hammer.

[@whitewizard915]

My blacksmithing mentor talked briefly on the subject of presses and power hammers. His line of thinking (and I agree with him) was thus: "As a learner, you shouldn't get one. You need to spend the hours and days on the anvil with a hammer. A press or hammer will only introduce bad habits that you really shouldn't fall into so early in your career. I have several presses and hammers because I'm nearly 70 and I earned the right to take the shortcut." So as long as you've got the foundational skills and the experience, as long as you have the MASTERY you can absolutely do what you want. The same applies to my belt grinder. I'm still a learner so it's bargain basement crap. Once I've made a few hundred knives I'll look at a professional quality one.

[@chrisrushbrook1587]

I'm a Carpenter and Joiner as an apprentice I was taught how to dimension stock timber with a try Square, marking gauge and winding sticks I am 53 now and still waiting for the opportunity to use this Skill, the truth is I wont the time would have been better spent learning to use the tools of the age I live in, the use of hand tools is of course important but that will come with time.

[@nuggethuntinandknifemakini814]

I agree 100% with your outlook on apprenticeship and learning the trade. This isn't cutting some board. It's blacksmithing. I was taught to use a hot rasp for a few years before I ever picked up the grinder and I'm better for it. Also learning to use your hammer on anvil and making smooth bends etc isn't something your going to learn on that power hammer and learning to draw out steel is also a must. Use the electricity after you've learned the trade. There's also the subject of scrolling. And I use everything I was taught as an apprentice daily

[@natis413]

As a 25 year old with arthritis in both wrists and a bad back I do not blame you for the power hammer trust me I feel you

[@Sajuuk]

I've had arthritis since my early 30's in most of my joints especially hips and hands, getting worse all the time, so I agree with you. I've always wondered if I'd be able to forge something with my hands, would be painful but possible I think. Maybe. Would definitely use power tools to aid me.

[@sirdovermeyer]

I prefer watching hand tools but what really matters is the end result. I love watching Alec Steele, Walter, you, and simple little life. From what I've seen you guys all make great products no matter the process.

[@X4Alpha4X]

I would consider using a power hammer to be cheating just as much as a power sander. In other words, i don't think there is anything wrong with the power hammer, its just another tool.

[@IceDragon978]

Exactly. The only way to cheat would be to take someone else's work and trying to pass it off as your own.

[@David6.3]

Anyone who bitches about using power tools, needs to throw out their microwave oven and make a bow drill to start a fire every time they want a hot pocket. It's the twenty-first century, we have technology now. I used my credit card to make a sword. Bought it from cold steel, arrived the other day. What can I say? I'm lazy like that.

[@PoppaTom1948]

Amen!!

[@mr.zardoz3344]

@@PoppaTom1948 Yah Green Beetle. What they said. 😀 I think of the comparison of a musket. Sure, its beautiful and long but, 3 shots a min?

[@mikem6468]

Dear Greenbeetle, I am Persian, and there are actually 2 different knives the Persians came up with for mail piercing. one is the Kard (literally means knife) and the pesh-kabz, which is a specialized knife that was everywhere from Persia to India. Both are often made with intricate reinforced tip. Thank you for making something from my culture, I appreciate it

[@davidhoward496]

There's always inherent boost in value when something is handcrafted, and it is often noticeable when it's done by a truly skilled tradesman. That doesn't diminish the value, nor the work put into pieces made by modern methods, it increases the value of the the worker's labor. Like original art created and printed by digital means versus a commissioned reproduction in oil on canvas.

[@GreenBeetle]

Here's UriTuchman's Video You must check out is AMAZING channel! NOW! If you like this channel you'll love his. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rarKaaqIg5mseKs The 100% Charity Auction for this knife and scabbard raised $560!

[@HalfmoonForge]

I see so many people that work manual jobs wear themselves out and hurt themselves. There is nothing wrong with using a power hammer and Saving yourself from injury and wear and tear in the long run. I want you to keep making videos and putting out content so use the power hammer

[@urituchmanpigeon]

Thank you Steve! What an amazing project! it was such a pleasure working with your incredible forged blade!

[@GreenBeetle]

@@urituchmanpigeon You are a pro, my friend. A true artist and craftsman! Let's do something again soon.

[@urituchmanpigeon]

@@GreenBeetle absolutely!

[@mpmattmatt]

Ok sure there’s some added value to a hand made piece. But a piece isn’t devalued because it was made using power tools, especially not when the time saved can be utilized in the finishing process..... get the power hammer. Also it should be noted that most of the greats use power tools and no one is paying less for their work.

[@cvoisineaddis]

I appreciate and admire a knife that someone has made by hand, and in some situations it can offer a greater control, but a beautiful well made knife is a beautiful well made knife no matter what the tools.

[@tybertimus]

Oh, Uri's chisel work looks amazing. This is gonna be a sweet knife!

[@TheJonasShow]

There is a beauty in doing everything by hand. You dont rely on heavy machinery its the independence that is impressive. But efficiency is efficient

[@cosminlesutan3574]

Whatever is the hammer or the press, your skill and craftsmanship is still there

[@RikthDcruze]

Khard was not just used to penetrate armour. They had many type of daggers to do that already. *Khard was a multi utility tool.* You could eat with it, fight with it, Hunt with it. Work around the house with it. It was like a modern day pocket knife which was kept on your person. So obviously when they went to Battle, this went with them.

[@Flarexxxx]

Bulk of the work on a power hammer and the finer finishing by hand, think that will aid in less "wear and tear" and still give the final peice a handmade look and feel

[@randoprior4130]

Hey GB. I've really been enjoying your recent videos! It's inspiring to watch you work, and see your mistakes. Thanks for all the efforts put into the projects and the filming/editing. Keep up the great work!

[@wumarNart]

"The damage per second is outstanding when it's properly buffed." NOICE!

[@Justusrabbits]

I've been obsessed with tools since I was a young boy. I'm not by any means the best maker of anything but I enjoy using my tools. With that being said I think you need to have a base with hand tools to get the most of your power tools. I also know hand tools are some of the most important tools I use. Files save me a lot of money when I make knives and allow tons of control.

[@mackdog3270]

Power hammers have been around for a very long time. They started out using water power. Possibly animal power. Centuries old. I have a press and limited shop time, so making pattern weld steel as well as changing stock dimensions has been very helpful as well as saving money.

[@shadowcather156]

Я подписан на оба ваши канала , причем очень давно. И для меня это особый случай, ведь я могу увидеть всю вашу работу и работу Юрия) спасибо

[@mikehendon7327]

Power Hammer. You know you want one. Just imagine Palpatine whispering "POOOWAAAAAH...." in your ears...

[@Deacon240]

Thanks for having both videos released coordinated! Its so frustrating when someone does a colab and it takes another 1-forever months for the second party to release theirs.

[@crashhanna]

Makers have many options today and there is certainly room for everyone to find their own mix of traditional and modern making techniques. For my own part, I work in a park where we strive to create using historically appropriate tools, techniques and materials to provide an educational experience. Consequently I do not have the option of using modern grinders, presses or power hammers, but I would never have the temerity to tell someone what they should or should not do in their own shop.

[@mathiskramer3315]

Mike from Ekmknives once said it: there is no cheating in Knifemaking as long as you are honest about it! I love the press! Great work as always!

[@wesgreen241]

I think forged is forged! Weather you heat and beat or use a power hammer it still takes skill! I've found that alot of people that say it not authentic only do a knife or 2 a month! Those of us who do 15 to 20 or more a month it's a life saver for sure! I believe that having the knowledge of hammering a blade out fully is important and certain projects need that, but it's nice for producing multiple knives to have a power tool to help!!

[@richardbryant7972]

I was all for traditional blacksmithing nothing but forge, anvil and hammer powered by hard work. However now that I’ve torn both my shoulders I’m looking for a press and your right the older you get the harder it gets. Fine content great video keep up good work.

[@macf4426]

I came over from Uri's channel to see how this knife came to be. Beautiful work Steve, that blade came out looking awesome. It was great to see the process of how it was made, and the issues and thought processes along the way. Great video, and a great knife too 👍 As I said over on Uri's channel, "Excellent work both Steve and Uri, that knife, with it's handle and scabbard, is a thing of beauty. Top job, both of you 😀👍"

[@GreenBeetle]

Welcome aboard!

[@Zogg1281]

I just watched the whole thing, including the handle and sheath and it looks awesome!!

[@michaelrobertson8795]

Believer and tools and anything that makes it easier. Soooo definitely the press👍✌

[@ThatBassistK]

I love when my favourite KZbinrs collaborate like this!

[@CaptainMcAwesomepan]

There was something about this video, I think the comedy, that lifted it to a next level for me, this has been my favourite Green Beetle vid so far. A modern power hammer is cheating like modern antibiotics are cheating, we should stay in the past and all die by 35.

[@Ironraven001]

Don't listen to the folks who insist on only hammering. Use the tools you have at your disposal. I understand that working that particular steel cold can lead to cracks and it looked a little cold a few times in the vid... Keep it HOT man!

[@logansmith9182]

Been watching your videos for a long time now, you probably inspired me to make knives and I've been doing it for a year now, keep up the good work.

[@OuroborosArmory]

Presses, and powerhammers are great for modern use. If your going for “authenticity “ of a certain type, then do it the way they did. If your just trying to make a badass knife, then use whatever you have.

[@bladesmith01]

Make you an angled flatter and you can forge the bevels down on your knife in the press and forge a 10" bowie in about 10 minutes. Learned that tip at a hammer in from Tim Hancock. I've even made a spring swag that forged both sides at the same time and it needs more tweaking, but the concept worked and makes forging bevels a breeze.

[@GreenBeetle]

Hey man thanks, I've been thinking of something like that. I have some blank dies can I just grind the angle in the top one?

[@bladesmith01]

Green Beetle you can and people have done that and called them knifemaker dies but the flatter is so easy I would just make that and leave the dies as they are. Here’s a pic. instagram.com/p/zJIpqEFPZo/?igshid=6lgexan8csu

[@derekhughes9274]

I think it's a great idea, buy one myself if I could. Adds a new level fun. Cheers Deka.

[@lifeimitatingdeath3608]

Came from Uri's video.. Love your content dude.. Just watched like 10 of your vids in a row.. You've got another sub.

[@GreenBeetle]

Uri's the best, welcome my friend!

[@bjf10]

One must pay for one's powered sins with epicly face melting air band performances. Seriously though, it's just another tool. Modern powered tools allow one to make mistakes more quickly, but they can save a ton of time and wear on one's body if one can afford them.

[@flatbrokefrank6482]

Anything that makes the job easy, you would probably need two people to forge that 1" stock - Uri creates some spectacular work - ATB

[@bigt8442]

For personal longevity’s sake if you’re going to want a power hammer, it also makes forge welding WAY easier as it can hit way harder than a person can regardless of the size of biceps.

[@Brunnen_Gee]

Today I learned that a kard is a miniature kitchen sword. It's kind of fitting that the person who's made an unnecessarily complex mechanical pencil and backwards scissors would make the handle for the miniature kitchen sword. All jokes aside, good video. I've watched some of Uri's stuff a while back, thanks for reminding me of his channel :)

[@PracticalRenaissance]

Uri rocks and you rock! Going over to check out the 2nd video right now!

[@carlottafolli452]

using a power hammer or a pool ball wrapped in a wet sock, who cares as long as it gets the job done.

[@charleyscott347]

Hi

[@simonhopkins3867]

About time you had a press. Really looking forward to seeing what forge welding madness you get up to now. ;)

[@nestorknoxs3795]

I think, that if you start out and learning the old fashion way and become good if not great at it, then open yourself up to tools and equipment to make life easier/funnerer!!!

[@Sparky02Stang]

Your vids are awesome man it's been cool to watch you kinda evolve and learn more and more I actually have a couple of your knives and your commentary is great lol keep up the awesome work

[@keithspencersr.6806]

Hey your right on the injury thing, 20 years in the service you hurt a lot of yourself and everything comes back and hurts

[@bahur47]

Hell yeah , new videos by two of my favourite channels.

[@joaocastilho3252]

Man, u are a incredible blacksmither!!! Really good steel works! Congratulations. Should u make a video about your history in blacksmithing, show how did u do your first knife, what tools did u have when you were a beginner, how was your workshop? Or this kind of video ??? Something like that ?.

[@digitaIgorilla]

Great shape. I loved seeing how you got there too. It's not always success that makes the finished article!

[@boonanaman2739]

I been flowing uri since no first video he's become one of my favorites by far

[@GreenBeetle]

Him brilliant.

[@IshanDeston]

I think there is a happy medium to be found somewhere in the middle between powerhammer and manual labor. I think not every piece benefits from powertools, but i most certainly would get a powerhammer for all the heavy lifting. The detail work can still be done manually.

[@mileswelch5136]

Tools are there to make our lives easier. If using a press or power hammer makes it easier or safer to keep smithing, then use it. Shoulder and elbow injuries are no joke, and exacerbating those can introduce a world of pain and suffering.

[@RobertoDonatti]

That blade world maker an awesome Gaucho knife!

[@nestorknoxs3795]

Letting you know; I think there is a big difference between knife makers and blade makers. To me I'm not a big fan of stock removal blades bc there's no energy lost making it, although shaping a knife from said stock exhausting energy into making said knife is well worth the effort!!! Now after losing an arm or a leg even nothing a "shark filled revine" using a press it power hammer with what's left of your limbs and punching out the same forged knife!!! Then I say, well worth the dinner for the sharks, in my own words!! Steve, I love your work, channel and everything you bring to the knife making world!! You bring funny, entertainment, science and all with a smile after a beautiful knife is made, so thank you sir!!! Knoxs out!!!💪🏻👍🏻🙏🏻♥️✌🏻

[@jrj3062]

Ultimately it's a personal choice, there's no right or wrong. The pros and cons of using more advanced, powerful and work saving machines vs. doing everything by hand in many ways depends on the context of where in a craftsperson's journey they're being employed. In the beginning doing everything by hand forces one to go slow, learn by repetition and gain a deeper understanding of the materials and how they are affected by various efforts to work and shape them. Going straight to power tools as a novice enables the beginner to skip over a lot of thought and attention to detail and that shows in the final project. This often leads I think to people being so buoyed by the near instantly gratifying feeling of just having a finished product so quickly that they will turn a blind eye to the fact that perhaps it isn't very refined, well thought out or well made. It's hard to come back from that. For this reason the whole "Git 'er done/ Whatever works" argument doesn't really hold water in every instance, especially with Arts and Crafts. It's also just so much easier to quickly damage ones materials and ruin a piece with power tools if one isn't careful, it's easy to do even if one is. The arguments about wear and tear on the body are undeniable though, especially with something that requires so much physical force like blacksmithing. I personally consider the Japanese traditional craftspeople to be some of, if not the finest craftspeople in the world and their commitment to keeping hand made traditional crafts alive through the creation of a governmental body, the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries (kyokai.kougeihin.jp/) which has strict requirements about what percentage of the process can be done by power tools or machines in order to receive their stamp and subsidies I do believe makes their wares some of the most beautiful and refined in the world. Their YT Channel is awesome: kzbin.info/door/3N0EPxNFKDFKHFNhB9YaZwfeatured That said even their metal workers often use more modern forges and power hammers.

[@benlevitt5017]

I think both arguments are valid. There is a personal value of saying "I did this by hand" and if you're selling, you can raise the price. However, using a power hammer allows you to make more things and do things you never could with a hand hammer. It also can prevent injuries to the wrist like you said in the video. In the end, it's really important to get good with both if you have the opportunity. Big moves with the power hammer and the hand hammer for more finesse.

[@kaptincrazy]

I respect the old ways and appreciate that we have modern methods. IMO those people in that time were advancing their craft and I believe they would use "modern" (modern is relative) conveniences to make their lively hood. If its a hobby then do whatever you personally respect and enjoy that is what a hobby or passion is about.

[@pedroc741]

This type of content makes youtube a better place.

[@random40s]

Valid point about wear, and tear on your body. Use the best tools you have to make things easier.

[@stevenstewart9207]

I came to this channel via uri tuchman, nice work , I subscribed

[@GreenBeetle]

You the man, Uri the man.

[@ibnyahud]

came from Uri's channel and glad I did love your vids

[@charlesascott661]

Watched both vids, you’re going to have to do more of these

[@elijahmcgeorge5198]

The discussion with press vs old way is I love forging by hand but that’s cause I don’t have a press or power hammer but I will get one one day and it’s just a time saver and since I want to be a full time bladesmith a press will be a great time saver so I’m with yay press

[@clydecox2108]

Exultant I've been watching Uri for a few minutes now, I think that's how I found you. Anyway great looking knife

[@wolfparty4234]

If I had the money, I’d buy every power tool I could. For blacksmithing. But I DO like the handmade aspect thou! Is it crazy or is it smart thinking 🤔 I love what both you guys did with the knife. You both have great channels

[@isaacconley4005]

I have always used a power hammer not because my physical shape but only to speed up processes. Because you can spend 6 months doing a project by hand and still get the same amount of money as you would have if you do it in 1 month with all the expensive and fancy tools

[@ewingfabrications]

Uri sent me over to sub, cool stuff I'm seeing so far

[@mikestewartakastewie5685]

Another awesome video sir!! Your absolutely right about wearing your body out... I’m 54 and falling apart!! Love doing this forging stuff... and being a drummer as well, you would think that swinging a hammer would not hurt your body... so not true!! I want I need a press!!!😏😖🙏

[@cavemanvi]

Best knife making videos on youtube.

[@Sajuuk]

If you can make beautiful pieces without power tools, then using power tools is fine in my opinion. Or if you're partially disabled from arthritis or something similar, like I am. As an ex-designer, I struggled using my hands when using traditional methods when creating artworks and designs. I went digital as soon as I could and never looked back, but my training was mostly using conventional methods. I don't think any craftsmen only ever used power tools throughout their learning curves, but used mostly muscle power alone. Humans are tool-makers and use tools to make their lives easier. So long as skill is necessary in the making of a thing tools are OK to use. Another great blade and video!

[@jeromysmith5632]

The press looks amazing I'm saving up for the same one. My hand and arm wear out to fast and I'm not even that old

[@michaelhguy]

As someone who doesn't have a power hammer, trust me, I would love to be called a poser if I got to have one. Save me so much energy, and I could get more work done.

[@TeknoXI]

Power hammer usage is okay in my book. Because back then, they had apprentices with sledge hammers or water wheel powered hammers too!

[@dajiban9325]

If you hardened the blade with furnace cement still on it then it will have a hamon quite often.

[@SafetyOptional]

Never let anyone give you grief for using more efficient tools like the press. It saves your body, saves time, and lets you make more knives faster, which in turn lets you learn faster. Besides, the argument about a press or power hammer could be made about using a conventional hammer instead of a rock, or a belt grinder instead of a file. In the end, if you made it, that's all that matters. I live my life by the motto of work smarter, not harder. If someone wants to use a more traditional approach to feel more "pure" more power to them. They can also go play golf with persimmon woods, fell trees with an axe, and listen to music on a victrola.

[@rorydonaldson2794]

Two videos in one month? February is looking like a good month

[@DeclanBurger]

7:02 I definitely think the power hammer is way better than manual, manual is cool and all that stuff but like you said the shit wears you down, no need to put your body through extra stress, strain and constant pain for a hobby or what not, like others said I guarantee people would of used it "back in the day" if it was around then too.

[@kitaryakysubae3156]

You should make like suage or die press tools or whatever. Might help out a lot getting your shapes in right with the press, and you can make fullers too, which would help with stretching out the metal horizontally.

[@GreenBeetle]

yeah I'll whip some tools up eventually for that. Good idea.

[@SharpWorks]

Amazing job. It came out very well!

[@movabb4071]

I am a somewhat new sub, I've went back and watched all your older vids.. one of the main reasons i sub'd was because you dont use a power hammer like all the other knife makers on youtube, but you've gotta do whats best for you. One of my favorite creations was that sword you made, it just amazed me how you did that without a power hammer. Keep up the good work, i enjoy the commentary also keeps me awake while watching the vids. 👍👍

[@AndyColglazier]

On the question of using power hammers or presses. I am 58, and have lived a physical life with lots of manual labor and sports. And had lots of injuries which over time have become much more noticeable. I'm a righty, my right shoulder is slowly wearing out. My wife bought me a power hammer for an anniversary present, and I couldn't be happier. That power hammer is going to give me many more years in this avocation, which would not have otherwise been possible.

[@bitfreakazoid]

"The press is 16 tons. If you should type that into Google you should find the maker pretty quick." All I found was the Ernie Ford song... :) Just found your channel from Uri Tuchman. Pretty good stuff.

[@colinmartin9797]

Woo! Uri needs all the channel boosting in the world! I love his work and he is criminally underappreciated. Thanks for doing this Steve! Also awesome you finally got a press! Now you can do even more stupid billets from old toenail clippings and chicken wings without whining to us about how "woe is me, i haven't seen my family in three days!" I think your quality, narration, fit and finish, and novel ideas for billets are what make your channel, more so than just watching a dude whack a piece of iron with a stick. Obviously some hand work is nice to see, but roughing is absolutely worth doing in that press. Nobody complains that Alec barely spends any time on the anvil. He's got shit to do! We're there for him, not his hammering. Chandler Dickinson is the guy to watch for the hammer porn anyways. He goes slow and his videos are more about the process than the final product.

[@GreenBeetle]

Chandler is 110% heart. His videos and a few others' inspired me to start.

[@ericchilver9113]

Press to form the heavy work yeah no problem. A hammer to work the procedure by all means. A question .what is the purpose of hitting the anvil between hitting the hot metal please. Thanks for linking channels on this knife folks both are extremely worthwhile a huge thumbs up

[@gac107]

I've known a paper towel to holds it's own... Very sharp knife sir.

[@mikeakridge3190]

and the DPS is outstanding when properly buffed... LMAO, and this is why I love your videos...

[@TheRealSpiderMew]

Use al the modern inventions you can get your hands on. Get anything you can to make things better and easier for yourself.

[@stefanwild326]

wonderful, what an unexpected collaboration :)

[@anthonyfeatherstone7696]

Great colab guys