Forging A Sword Pt 1: Every Stroke

This video contains every hammer blow used to hand forge a sword from 1070 steel! It's accompanied by smart, witty and super-duper expert commentary, per uje. You know.
12:01 Obligatory some $#&! falls off anvil
Part 2 • Forging A Sword Pt 2: ...
Part 3 • Forging A Sword Pt 3: ...
Part 4 • Forging A Sword Pt 4: ...
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[@1320crusier]

These sorts of videos always leave me with 'and this is why swords, armor, etc have always been SO fucking expensive.'

[@lazaglider]

Reminds me of the first time I travelled to Riverwood. There were dragons to slay and a world to save, but that pesky blacksmith insisted I made an iron dagger for him. Those were the days.

[@randoprior4130]

lazaglider man I miss going to Whiterun and shooting over the gate purely with my voice then exploring the world while lagging through hills that don't exist. Those were the days.

[@Zephyboi808]

Eurlond gray-mane is the best blacksmith in Skyrim !

[@jasonharrison25]

love this stile of filming. no music. keep the real sound of your hard work and narration over the top is perfect 👍

[@matthewvoightlander4868]

Jason Harrison agreed id rather it be like this than music

[@Rocknoob49]

I'd prefer it with music since the sped up "tink" on itself got on my nerves quite quickly. But i just put on some music for myself which works fine

[@CristoKnight]

9:03 Haha, you burnt your tape measurer.

[@GreenBeetle]

it's metal but the paint didn't like heat heheheh

[@jibtripin]

My 9 year old daughter caught that too. We're sitting here watching it together and I didn't even notice.

[@everythingyouwant1701]

ive always appreciated the way that you leave your mistakes in the videos. and not only that but explain the consequence and or how its fixed. to me this really is like learning and sharing the learning experience with you and i think anyone like me who watches these videos both for entertainment and to learn about the process would agree with me

[@declanmcgavin1414]

everything you want @@@@

[@caleblindgren6774]

Agreed! Bomb learning video

[@idlesong]

HEAVILY agree!!! this is fantastic! i learned a lot from it! you can't learn without mistakes, so appreciate them!

[@swaziwazi]

I cannot put into words how refreshing your videos are. there is not another content creator whose videos generate more anticipation. Your honest realism, intelligent humour and willingness self reflect rather than just generate media minutes for mass consumption is so enjoyable. thank you.

[@SabrinaTheApothecary]

I couldn't have said it better myself. Thank you for articulating what I was unable to articulate myself.

[@frankenberry404]

Reminds me a lot of This Old Tony

[@JeaneAdix]

I like no music just putting that vote in there. The ambient is good sound

[@SharpWorks]

Using a Dremel to open that cardboard box 👌

[@rcmore1470]

Sharp Works it had wood in it

[@PracticalRenaissance]

had too look up "sklootch" in machinery's handbook, it's approximately .006 metric inches

[@GreenBeetle]

Well that's true, of course. But in this case I said "skluetch" which, if you read a little further, is .007 metric inches :)

[@sionsoschwalts2762]

Um... Metric Inch???

[@Stale_Mahoney]

yeah i have no idea what a metric inch is? may i get some guidance? because a inch is not metric, so how do you get a metric inch?

[@timbirch4999]

ståle starheim You'll find it in the enyclopedia if you look... It's listed under the "You don't understand sarcasm, do you" section.

[@Stale_Mahoney]

ah yes found it right away, thanks :D

[@SweatShirtSkull]

So much meat on my hardened longsword. But seriously I'm glad to see you're finally making a sword though it's coming great

[@j.t7442]

Love it, can't wait to see how it turns out. If i'm honest, watching you and Walter have been my major influence to start knife making.

[@ProB6MG]

Loving the videos , excited for this series! Great job man!

[@iphail4733]

Probably the best channel for aspiring smiths to watch. Live the explanation and thought processes you share.

[@tonybowers9490]

Thanks for sharing. The length of the video was fine. I appreciate your quest for learning and trying things. And, of course, everyone wants to forge a sword. You may be on Forged In Fire one day! If so, I'll be cheering for you!

[@shepherdcare1]

As usual great education, great humor. Appreciate that you are authentic. My favorite blacksmith channel, Steve.

[@bigdaddyzolaf8532]

Love the way you laid out this video keep up the good work and enjoy seeing the whole process of hammering and shaping

[@timrussell1210]

I like the format- cool to see just how much work goes into something like this

[@weeeeedude]

I liked that you mentioned and was aiming for one of the Oakeshott types, plenty of smiths on youtube dont mention that and just kinda go with making a really big knife, but yours seemed pretty well informed! I like it.

[@thomassmith9006]

Looks bad ass. Can't wait to see the rest of it.

[@FuriousTedyBear]

That forge is hotter than my sister.

[@jaxxonkoethler3001]

FuriousTeddyBear so is a freezer

[@marcellogenovese199]

HA ha OMG what a fucking scorcher.

[@matthewvoightlander4868]

Jaxxon Koethler damm boi

[@brandonm6153]

KKona

[@inexactchicken]

FuriousTeddyBear incest is wincest

[@nortagnan2135]

great stuff man, looking forward to part 2

[@baaler3953]

thank you for linking all parts of the build. this is a rare but valuable practice.

[@zarethd]

Was super awesome to watch! Finish it up ASAP

[@Anarasha]

Letting the hammer noises fill the video instead of music... was the right choice. Seriously, thank you for not invading my ear with dubstep. This instantly made your video one of my favourites and I'm not even done watching it yet :D

[@mouija1450]

Makes me feel like I'm ok with my little backyard forge I just set up this week. I've been experimenting with drawing out a billet into flat stock, expanding bar stock to get a flare, and various other things I see as common skills to know as a smith. Today I was playing around with an old file with the idea of turning it into a filet knife for my wife, and saw an awful lot of twisting as I tried to establish an edge while trying to avoid drawing out any length. I was wondering why the metal was twisting so much, but now that I can armchair my work and compare it to yours, I'm seeing that I was applying lateral force with the hammer and I should have switched to the opposite side to cancel those forces out. Your channel is a huge inspiration to getting me to stop on the road and pick up an old grille for my own experimentation. Thanks!

[@robocheetah1188]

FINNALY, please do more regular uploads. Keep up the good work.

[@michealwhite1804]

Great Job love that you took the music out and just narrated. much better thanks!

[@Jarastlad]

Great vid ! As a beginner blacksmith there's a lot to learn from that. Can't wait for the following vids.

[@Libertarian737]

Of course your vocab is awesome and the sound effects are great. Again thanx for the inspiration brother.

[@garyharmon1155]

Looks awesome brother, can't wait to see how she turns out

[@the_lancaster_libertarian]

I enjoy the long videos. Thanks for sharing! Whats the next milestone? Please say axe head please say axe head...

[@deathbyastonishment7930]

leakage182 axe heads are quite a bit easier then what he is doing now I believe.. I would love to see a rapier/ smallsword with an elaborate guard

[@the_lancaster_libertarian]

Death By Astonishment Gotcha! I'm just an axe junkie that has an infatuation with sharp things. Swords have never been my forte or style. It may be "easier'' but its also a completely different beast when it comes to forging the eye and making a handle etc. I definitely do understand and completely respect your input though!

[@idlesong]

i love thisssss!!! im so glad you didnt put music! the clinks and clanks were VERY nice hahahaha

[@MMOGood2Go]

I'm glad you made the video this way, it gives a more realistic understanding of how much time and effort goes into a sword, for me at least. I have been wanting to make a sword since I was 5.

[@rowenmaxwell2965]

This is pure content, the first video and I’m subscribed! Time to go check out your more recent videos….

[@Potterformers]

the first time you make something for yourself is like saying, 'alright i can make it,' but making something first time as a request, is like saying, 'Done, happy? Good!'

[@sirspikey]

Excellent video, like your commentary too, informative!

[@jean-baptistecardamone7775]

Forging a sword without a power press dude you own my respect

[@LeagueOfGaming1000]

Looking forward to seeing this finished!

[@micheljubran3427]

Awesome ! Best of luck and thanks for sharing !

[@jadalow3736]

Great job on the heating and hammer 🔨 can't wait to c u putting the handle on the tang and finishing 💯🔨✊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👌🏆

[@theacguy9601]

The tnk tnk is relaxing. Even though making the sword is hard work, the video is very relaxing!!

[@skyjhand9252]

Thank you so much for not adding music 🙏 this was enjoyable to watch.

[@hoold01]

Good work sir, looking forward to more.

[@thepettyforge9082]

Thats a heck of a candle you got there.

[@caleblindgren6774]

I personally enjoy the tink tinks. I really appreciate you sharing! Loved this, also that rhino swap was excellent. I’m not sure why I enjoyed that part, but thanks for that.

[@suandorego370]

Dude, I love the video. I give zero fucks if it's long. It's a very good way to show how REALITY works, the way it feels, how hard it seems to do, how much patience you have to invest. It's INCRIDIBLE!

[@dirkd340]

For some reason every hammerstrike is so satisfying to watch! Well done sir

[@Griff1011]

I just finished my first knife a couple of days ago, and found your channel about an hour ago, and I can't imagine taking on a double-edged project of that length. I admire your technique and your commentary is a lot of fun to listen to, I much prefer it to music. Hoping I can improve and start making things I can be proud of!

[@GreenBeetle]

Weasel Guts do it, brother!

[@intothewild3349]

Thanks for the video showing every hammer blow , most videos you cant see what is being done . I've been blacksmithing for some years now but was always intimidated by making swords and this video made it seem not as intimidating, so thank you ,I will be starting a sword soon lol

[@citationpending]

If I didn't already work have had worked at a forge in my youth I will be jealous! You are blasted awesome thank you for making this video it's so good to see some quality work from someone so young!

[@GreenBeetle]

younger than many but 43 doesn't feel young to me :)

[@GabrielErway]

Great video, I melted my first sword trying to quench it. This is great my man. It took me a long way to teach myself to get where I am. So to do this on your first try is amazing. When I started all I had was a peace of railroad track a few bricks and charcoal, and of course a hammer. Keep it up man !!!

[@TheGlennLife]

Everybody says this, but I immediately clicked on this video when I saw it, as usual, fantastic video, good to see you progressing :)

[@jp400motox]

I really enjoyed this video. watching forging videos is relaxing and i like narrated stuff for some reason...

[@edgarderschmied4497]

Thanks for showing!

[@travisb1845]

great video man! im thinking of picking up blacksmithing my self thanks for sharing!

[@Nash_-gf7ob]

I Love the commentary!!

[@xvasacex4996]

Love the channel beetle

[@Sharkdog11b]

I agree your quieter work sounds with your voice over is the best way in my opinion you have the best style videos

[@typhon8]

This was so cool loved this

[@vpertrailerhd5765]

i love these videos thank you

[@randoprior4130]

I love having extra meat to work with! It's a blessing and a curse! So much grinding. Thanks for another great video GB it gives me hope that one day I too can attempt my first sword with only my "award winning biceps" and a 3.667 hammer.

[@creeperleony5642]

This is the first video of yours I’ve watched and i love the length and the sound of the video no music is best

[@chrisgibson4997]

I love your videos man

[@bigdave6331]

that blueing towards where you are holding it when hammering is just beautiful

[@dansanders1935]

thanks this is just what i was looking for

[@a.f.holowaychuk1417]

Oh you made this my favourite video of yours instantly when you started talking Oakshott

[@tomhoward5192]

Honestly one my favourite youtubers I've always found blacksmithing and someday when I get some funds I like to enter into this art maybe for a video idea you could show your equipment you use and the equipment recommended for beginners.

[@dericwaterman9712]

Great video my dude.

[@badjuju6563]

I like the longer videos.... I like seeing the whole battle you face..

[@ArtemisUS]

Great video!!

[@harleyswenson5402]

Great work

[@thomasferris9915]

its been so long i love your vids

[@Unrea1T]

tink tink tink i like it, it's best music for my ears

[@imacrazyllama572]

Nice one, hope your first sword goes well!

[@jpmion]

great sound effects! awesome blade!

[@piersdublin2459]

This was an amazing video I am going to start making my own sword soon!

[@veruslupus]

Have been waiting for this day for some time.

[@mattitude6406]

love the longer video.

[@1forge2rulethemall88]

Glad I subbed, doin my own blacksmithing in an old cast iron pan (definitely the #1 forge ever) p.s. I like the quiet music

[@generalrubbish9513]

I never thought watching a man pound a bar of hot metal for half an hour could be this relaxing. Subbed.

[@FitnessTips4Ux]

Oh thank god no garbage copyright free music thank you

[@MrLoller16]

new here but like the vid style, keep it up man, i subbed :^)

[@mikefaraday7772]

wish i had the skills to straighten the warp in my meaty shortsword.

[@SoupJungle]

Can't wait for pt2

[@StuartSmithHandForgedKNives]

good technique. Nice work

[@othernamesweretaken1871]

Man these videos are fascinating. Reminds me of watching "How it's made" in my younger years.

[@elyjohnson5832]

Thank you so much for this

[@silentforest4126]

Come on, i hope ill find a video where you finished that up man. Great forging so far!!

[@mikedoro6461]

Thanks for NOT adding annoying background music. Perfect as is! Like watching that yule log on TV only much more interesting. Just the right amount of commentary too.

[@etsebrown6322]

7:57 "Hold it by the tip while hammering" LOL

[@skiptracer8703]

Nice work

[@MarkHinchey1]

Looking good!

[@martinramirezmi5457]

I am so glad you didn't put music and kept the video full length.

[@mpmattmatt]

Its about time! Bro i think u could have been making swords

[@Jkp1321]

I enjoyed the music with the tinking in the background

[@proudpict2057]

Tink tink tink and hearing you actually talk is good!

[@christianholbert6228]

First time I’ve seen someone open a package with a dremel tool haha. Nice work sir.

[@GruesomeJeans]

Personally I've never thought about taking up blacksmithing/metal working HOWEVER sometimes it's cool to watch! You should tell us a story next time there is a long video like this!

[@ericlummus480]

I need Part 2 in my life today. Work = Bored.

[@soul_shots]

The Tinking noise is amazing unless you have a headache then you shall SUFFER but I love the video