How BALISONGS Are Made! Squid Industries ✨Factory Tour✨

[@SquidIndustriesco]

I had a ton of fun making this video. Thanks for taking the time to come all the way to California to see us! -Lucas

[@vpee2722]

Pls say when u have balisongs in stock

[@tymichael5648]

Really cool to see the way your Bali songs are made lucas thanks for sharing with us, never understood the amount of time and effort that went into those things!

[@styro4073]

Can u restock for Christmas

[@yukithedoggo2690]

Yo I just bought a squiddy lol

[@nikijohnson4572]

I have a question and I think this is pretty obvious but I just want to make sure. How do you make the squiddy collection?

[@SolaireFlair]

It's honestly a smaller facility than I expected, super cool to get a BTS look at how they do things at Squid. Would love to see you tour more places to give us a peek behind the balisongs we all love so much.

[@WillHirsch]

They also only moved into this space last year! It's a lot smaller of a company than you'd think

[@thedimmadumdoughboy7347]

Huh. I was surprised at how large to be honest.

[@WillHirsch]

@@thedimmadumdoughboy7347 I think a lot of people think of them as some huge company like benchmade but in reality they have like 20 people that work there

[@willem1999weerd]

So true, I work at a large metal machining shop in the Netherlands that makes anything from cranes to rocket parts but the machines are familiar just alot smaller at squid

[@thedimmadumdoughboy7347]

@@WillHirsch yeah. It seems obvious that they aren't but the masses are sped.

[@Sin10el]

I love how Lucas gives the model names of the machines. He's so proud of them lol i love it. Good shit Will!

[@nunderscore]

I’m pretty new to the scene so to be able to see this behind the scenes process was really awesome and it really shows how much goes into the making of the balisongs, thanks Will and Lucas! - Atari

[@DEVILMAYSIMP]

Same

[@shulker7442]

Why did u write - Atari lmfao

[@nunderscore]

@@shulker7442 I just like putting my “signature” after any main comments :)

[@shulker7442]

@@nunderscore bud we could see it’s u thru ur username u don’t gotta fuckign sign off

[@qarful7]

@Shulker calm down bro he didn’t do anything wrong

[@j_a_k_i_e_]

This is the exact video I've been dreaming of seeing. I wanted to get Business Insider to do an episode called "Why are Butterfly Knives so expensive?" and they'd give a tour of a factory. Really tho this was awesome to see and hope you branch out to other knife makers as well like BRS or hell maybe even Atropos

[@macieklorek8759]

Will actually made video like this on his second channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpncfWqKq5iog7c

[@jerrinaldo2029]

BRS doesnt even make their own products, they send designs out to a third party machine shop which does all the actual hard work.

[@pietanicev1044]

@@jerrinaldo2029 not saying it’s not hardwork but really man, you think the designing and engineering is the easy part…really. Anyone could machine them if they had the instructions and designs, it’s how you made those instructions and designs were a brand is built.

[@jerrinaldo2029]

@@pietanicev1044 thats not even my point. My point is if you want a factory tour of BRS, youre not gonna get much other than a desk. Precision Plus Manufacturing is the one that does their machining and assembly as well, im not even sure BRS touches their own products anymore LOL.

[@canaantravis]

This really gives me an even higher appreciation for squid than I already had !!

[@Ulises_The_Jackal]

I love this showcase of Squid HQ, just goes to show how much love Lucas puts into his balis.

[@Ulises_The_Jackal]

Lol that was a fast heart 💖

[@Raldoux]

I read balis as "balls" the first time and was very concerned

[@Ulises_The_Jackal]

@@Raldoux 😂😂😂

[@DumpstrFire]

I read balis wrong…

[@ArtSeaFlips]

Awesome video! Super cool to learn about

[@ayashuu]

Hi ArtSea!

[@WillHirsch]

Omg thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@yukithedoggo2690]

Hey art

[@Azadanimates]

Artsea!

[@tymichael5648]

I just ordered a nautilus(used your code) and Ive been really impatient not gonna lie, I felt like the processing was taking forever and they haven't shipped my trainer yet, watching this made me realize the time and effort that was invested into making these and I wanted to personally say thank you for posting this video.! Especially for the ones who have no idea what goes into making these!

[@WillHirsch]

I hope you like it and get a lot of use out of it!!

[@tymichael5648]

@@WillHirsch I'm kind of a beginner flipper still but yeah I really think I made a good choice, they must be really busy at this time of year, cause my trainer still hasn't been shipped yet😅😅 but I've been trying to stay patient

[@xshellycono]

@@tymichael5648 shoot them a email and they will help you out/check on your order asap!

[@tymichael5648]

@@xshellycono I've already got my nautilus but thanks!

[@poopyhead4230]

Where can I find the place to type in the code if I’m ordering from the Squid Industries website?

[@ALLSORTSOFVIDS]

I had ordered a mako v4 on the first drop, the fact that the balisong i have right now was probably in this video, is pretty epic lmao. Whats also cool is the fact that you got to see how this is all done! Really awesome stuff, cant wait for the assembly vid :)

[@Goofiest_goober838]

Yeah same, glad I got it. It flips great.

[@whagens8853]

Just ordered my first Balisong excited to join the community

[@WillHirsch]

Welcome! It's nice to have you!

[@jahiapw]

This was so cool, you can really tell just how much care the whole team has for their products

[@yosefbenyah]

The owner is such a solid dude. Insanely beautiful shop too, I’m definitely gonna get one

[@starfruit6775]

This is cool because it shows us how much work and love is put into something that we enjoy!! Thanks for making this video to show us how the products we buy are created!!!😃

[@ebon2617]

I love how Lucas just had to stand there and wait for you guys.

[@AkuaFPS]

I love how many times Will asked how much stuff weighed

[@randomnico6250]

lucas looks so young bruh it's amazing how much he's already achieved

[@Nathan-is7li]

Low key : Will is in there learning how to start his own Balisong company. Jokes aside, it is really cool to see behind the scenes of the process. Thanks for the vid!

[@OfAngels444]

I wanna thank SI and Will for changing my life. I've always been a flipper, from pencils, to pens, to scissors. When i discovered balis, I loved em, but they never would "flow" how I wanted..... Until I tried a Triton..... now I own a Squddy, Triton v2, and Nautilus v2. Couldn't be happier

[@NPC_exe]

I've been watching some other will hirsch content for 30 minutes today Then I see this. SLAMS DOWN BALISONG AND SMASHES THE LEFT CLICK

[@chickenboy2475]

watching these videos always makes my day

[@JXG1992]

I’m so glad you said “we gonna bayblades this bitch” dudes reaction was flawless. He wanted to laugh so hard but he has to put on that company leader image on camera. That was just so great

[@tm-py6qj]

Lucas always has been such a nice person 😄

[@justkxden]

i’ve been waiting for this for a long time thanks for the upload will!!!

[@themotorholic9781]

I work at a tooling shop pretty similar to this, it’s pretty cool seeing all the similarities with squid industries and my own job! I would love to work for them some day

[@ChrisLeeW00]

That's a very impressive operation they've built.

[@dopyspast]

Always a good day when Will uploads!

[@darpanvalecha]

Really intriguing process! There's so much work put into a knife, it's amazing!

[@rostat3831]

LETS GOOOOO Ive been waiting for this vid to drop since the first insta post the manufacturing process is super interesting

[@babeegotbackproblems]

Will “How much does this weigh?” Hirsch 😂. For real though this was so beautifully put together and I love seeing that fine tuned care for the product from a small team! Makes me respect what they produce even more so.

[@thisisntron2485]

hi XanSerif

[@WillHirsch]

Ayyy thanks Xan!!

[@wyatthumphreys4046]

I’m so excited for the assembly episode!

[@Knivesmatter]

Thanks Will and S.I. for such a great video!

[@BohlerM390]

Amazing video as always, really cool to see the manufacturing process from one of my favorite companies

[@wyatthumphreys4046]

This video is absolutely fantastic

[@21blackopsbeast]

I just got my triton like a week and a half ago, cool to see the process that went into making it.

[@ganneruzumaki1334]

Super cool seeing machines I’ve ran used to make balisongs :)

[@ice9dragon]

This is so interesting to watch. I would love to see their anodizing process too!

[@l.no.solace7209]

I loved his products since 2017 and im a longtime viewer. Awesome video! KZbin messed up the audio a lil bit

[@WillHirsch]

Tbh the audio took a lot of processing to get as good as it is loool, that machine shop was LOUD

[@TheRealDreadful]

This was exactly what I was hoping for this was the best asked thing I could have wished for this was one million percent worth the wait for this video I love it

[@mrED123]

Wow, this video (for me) is truly amazing and super helpful. From the process of machining to all of the shop operations and the Amazing shots (especially at 11:35) this video, and other similar videos, was a true gold mine.

[@urbalixd5984]

I love it Will, and we love it how you share us this amazing video😁😁

[@westin628]

“Let’s bay blade this bitch” hard me dead his face was so disappointed 😂

[@justjake9047]

that intro was amazing

[@VitalyMack]

Very impressive operation. Must have been very exciting as an owner to see the company grow.

[@ryanlockyer2408]

wow amazing vid especially for a new flipper like me. this just shows how much effort goes into creating balisongs :).

[@stardorkvalley2717]

this was a cool tour nice vids will!!!

[@shuktuki1960]

i would love to see you test out 3d printed balisongs, i can just see the look of disgust as you flip them, love the videos guys .

[@WillHirsch]

Lol I've gotta order one!

[@sillysalmoninc.]

Non anodized Squid Balis when? They look super fresh!

[@ZacMallett-hn9te]

I had so much fun watching this,keep up the awesome work i love you guys you float my boat. 😊

[@Buudoo]

YES IVE BEEN WAITING ON THIS

[@ElliottsCreations]

Hell yes! Been excited for this video!

[@deathstarter4242]

I never knew how much work went into making balisongs. But god damn I know why they cost so much now

[@kage7014]

That was damn interesting. I already can't wait until the next video comes out.

[@justkxden]

i love brandon’s nautilus he has it’s amazing

[@thebrandonbakerclone]

Thank you!!

[@justkxden]

@@thebrandonbakerclone lol

[@harveylone9664]

Thank you for the vid，Im a new Bali designer,and this vid let me know how they are made more clearly

[@doomflipz]

I really admire how curious will is about the weight of things

[@obivaughn11]

That was super cool! Missed Brandon though

[@WillHirsch]

He was there the whole time, just behind the camera... RIGHT BEHIND YOU

[@danz8598]

My squidtrainer felt connected to this video

[@adamreynolds2234]

You are approaching 100k! I remember when you only had a few thousand congratulations 👏 They grow up so fast 😢

[@WillHirsch]

Ahhh thank you!

[@alexmarcin7779]

what a amazing editing

[@jay_cruz]

Great video! Also, that focus pull at 5:15! So good! 🎥

[@Robzilluh]

As someone who who worked as a technical salesman with small American manufacturing companies for years I’m proud to own multiple squid industries products. Awesome insight to how American manufacturing operates. Super interesting to me great video thank you!

[@chunkthebaliguy5676]

Simply put, cool

[@future_phonk]

Seeing the fan tool in the CNC blew my mind. I didn't know they made something like that!

[@DatBoiPear]

This was some killer editing and recording

[@waliveroliver5854]

BEEN EXCITED FOR THIS FOR AGES! LET'S GOOOOOO

[@ethan_coyle2673]

Great vid will!

[@LightofRyga]

I could tell this was the Bay Area just by looking at the exterior design of the commercial building. Turns out they are in Fremont. Its amazing how certain places have a unique look that you can identify immediately with almost no information if youre from there.

[@miemamnie1938]

amazing!

[@Mohacks]

After watching this video, you know that you are actually paying them what they actually deserve, some people think that a $115 for a mako is expensive, but when they see what's happening behind the scenes, you know it's extremely well deserved!

[@duxedo380]

Such a satisfying video. Is that a new blade they were designing at the end there?

[@zegodzfather]

That was the Megalodon blade

[@VBL95228]

yes, now i can finally learn to make a balisong

[@thecr4ckcrusader.700]

Amazing video!

[@flys]

Very nice squid industries tour :)

[@jesser8369]

I love my Krake Rakens, and Triton. The fact that they are a local company is even better.

[@hate_genichiro]

working there looks very fun and enjoyable id love to work at squid industries if i lived in cali and also not 15

[@oqnuts]

Inked reds look so good!

[@infamoussnake4042]

Great video like always keep it up

[@TannerWendellStewart]

This is rad!!! Crushed it guys

[@dotexey]

Unrelated to this video, but I would love to hear about how you practice new tricks. Do you start with a trainer? When do you switch to a live blade? Is there a certain area or set up you use when your first starting and dropping a lot? Do you have any special ways to approach a new trick, like breaking it down into smaller pieces or learning similar easier tricks first?

[@thebrandonbakerclone]

Will actually has a video dedicated to this on his second channel!

[@cryptokingnftlover1109]

I think he started as a sperm cell and evolved. Hope this helps

[@thebrandonbakerclone]

@@cryptokingnftlover1109 This is honestly a 100% true story

[@dotexey]

@@thebrandonbakerclone I haven't watched every video, but just glanced through all the titles and I'm not sure which one you're referring too. I see some tutorials, but none of them seem to be about general approach when "workshopping" a new trick.

[@thebrandonbakerclone]

@@dotexey How to Get Good at Flipping! is the name of the video I was referring to. It doesn't cover every aspect of what you were asking about, but it covers a lot of it. I'll let Will know people would like a video about the in-depth specifics of learning a new trick though, since that sounds interesting to me too!

[@ariss_00]

Will every two seconds: "How Much Does That Weigh?"

[@Brandon311Unity]

Went from…”man I’d love to work at squid industries” to “man this looks really fucking hard…cool but hard” shout out to Lucas and the crew man…doing the lords work in there!!!

[@celestialbalisongs3651]

Maybe you could offer some Brandon clones for them to use in production, could massively decrease production costs!

[@sam1bamslayer73]

Omg finally less go never been so happy

[@timrodriguez1]

Best warranty around! 🙆‍♂️

[@Jae.no7]

Lmao "tall enough, handsome enough, oh hey lucas"

[@brtkm12]

Hell yeah the old music is back!! Immediately smiled haha Great video as always Will, super cool to see all that. Also, is Lucas a damn giant or is it the other way around? XD Peace!

[@braindeadlogic590]

Finally someone does it this is so cool and look very time consuming

[@FleamFloogie]

I remeber working my first job and saving up to get one but they were sold out 24/7 cause drops where insanely limated. Glad to see where they are today!!!

[@zAchAttack._]

love watching your videos

[@meltdown537]

Fantastic video! I wonder if the current supply chain issues and the record price of steel are impacting their overall production.

[@swagjester0242]

Nice lil DIY park out front

[@jerrinaldo2029]

I was hoping someone would notice my diy skate obstacles 🥺

[@swagjester0242]

@@jerrinaldo2029 can never not see skate spots

[@maxodom1540]

I am not going to breathe until you upload again

[@NotSkells]

as a squid industries fan boy this is so cool to see

[@sziph_burlap]

Looks like they treat their employees very well!

[@bryanlou8563]

Will n co. Can you please help us out here find out where abouts are those Tsunami releases for those people couldn't make to the bladeshow? Thank you 🙏

[@Gearhead.5HAD0W]

Who doesn't love good ol' octopus factory

[@trippet_4651]

Wow really want one of those

[@nou466]

Great video

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