How Medieval Armour is Forged!

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Alec Steele Blacksmith 2022

[@adamdavis8697]

Please please please, we need an old school 15 part project of Alec building a full suit of armor. I miss that format so

[@Silly_Brain]

Agree. But i want 15 parts just on the sabaton.

[@patrickd9551]

Don't you mean 15 parts on each individual part of the armor and 20 episodes of putting it together?

[@wamken619]

Don't forget the 15-part prequel: taking the body measurements

[@rjhg6142]

The 100 part medieval armor set

[@TheBroot0999]

Ok Alec, we hit 225 comments here. This is now mandatory. New KZbin rule regarding your channel lol

[@havoc9675]

How long do you think it will take Alec to start a damascus suit of armour? The gauntlets would look nuts.

[@Volti-Vagra]

my g o d all the choices of patterns anything he chooses would be 12/10 > -Chefs- Blacksmiths Kiss

[@patricks7622]

Damascus you say. Now that would be something 👍

[@SharpWorks]

I would look forward to seeing that!

[@linuxstreamer8910]

then i wish alec a lot of good luck the work it takes to do a full Damascus set of armor

[@cleverusername9369]

How would one make sheet Damascus, is that possible? Genuine question. I'm used to Alec making welded billets of differing metals to produce blades and stuff, would it be possible to scale that up to make Damascus sheets?

[@poetryplace]

I'm a retired silversmith and once had the privilege of working with the armorers in theTower Of London (UK). I was amazed to see them do everything I did with soft pliable silver and gold only in hard steel. These guys are amazing craftsmen.

[@gibbnasta]

We've been asking since you were in your first little shop for this and now it's here! Awesomeness. I dont think ive ever seen Alec happier than he was to be fitted for armor😂

[@crisis53142]

ive been asking him to make a Damascus buckler shield for a few years but i guess a suit of armor will do

[@ModernKnight]

Nice work, getting the shape and fit of armour right is such a subtle skill. The wrong curve in the wrong place can be painful to wear or use for any length of time. Armour pinch really hurts!

[@georgemullens]

This looks awesome. You should collaborate with Todd's Workshop, he does some incredible historical work!

[@crisis53142]

he would really get good understanding of the historical details of a well fitted suit of armor if he does, hate to see him accidentally make some wall hanger nonsense.

[@mauroyanniccari3473]

Todd would probably shoot it with arrows and bolts, much to alec's horror as he sees his work being tested and destroyed😂

[@AlexTheHistoryGuy]

@@crisis53142 Don't worry, Alec won't get any bad armour with Lancaster Armoury in control. They make historically authentic reproductions to a very high standard.

[@Evan-rj9xy]

Ian LaSpina (aka Knyght Errant) also has incredible videos for anyone wanting to learn about why historical armor was made and shaped the way it was. His channel would be an amazing source of information if Alec decides to make more armor

[@allonthefarm]

I would love to see a series where you make a complete set of armor weapons and horse tack. It would be a lot of work and a long series but it would be an awesome journey. Alec, on a horse in a full suit of armor he made would be an epic finish.

[@carlll6101]

It's cool to see that Alec is paying so much attention to the techniques and strikes. I like to see when he tries new stuff and experimenting but there is something different when you see him so focused on every single move and hammer strike.

[@Imurai]

Jamie! Those shots of both Matt and Alec hammering? Just glorious!

[@TsorovanZero]

The best part is Alec getting use out of tools he's barely or never used.

[@marienkijne]

I missed curious learning-something-new Alec! Also, the guy from Lancaster Armoury sounds like a super chill guy, loved this video

[@liamhayes1537]

Yea he's really knowledgeable and was taught by one of the most respected armourers in the reenactment circuit. Most people I know have a Lancaster armouries sword from donkeys years ago.

[@chrisgosling6083]

i love the fact alec enjoys trying new skills, a sign of someone who enjoys there craft 👍

[@chrisgosling6083]

@@Gecko88 joys of auto correct , its only any good if it knows what you want to type, not what it thinks

[@nicrodel]

Wow I think armor is like the most requested thing for this channel and here we are!

[@michelhv]

Don’t they just look like the cutest Orcs of Saruman making armour?

[@O_Ryodan]

finally medieval stuff

[@user-co3px2nh2l]

I❤ making armor! Armor is a combination of sculpture, jewelry and art. Also I ❤ your videos, so today is a best day ever!

[@redlionforge9173]

I’ve been dying for an Alec Steele video! Finally!

[@alans585]

Love the videos where Alec learns something. It’s a good reminder that even a master craftsman can learn a new skill.

[@petracoresage8288]

Matt's got a very 14th century vibe about him. I can see why he ended up as an armourer.

[@hendersonbladeworks974]

Didn't know they made some stuff for Kevin Hicks "the history squad". Incredible work these guys are doing.

[@bramweinreder2346]

"Have I made life more difficult?" - "You've made life fun." Best possible answer.

[@swblacksmith.7445]

Alec, you can make as many of these armouring videos as you like. I'll watch them all.

[@Luke..luke..luke..]

Last video I said "do a full suit of armour" and your literally doing this!! Epic vid!!!

[@avantgauche]

i love people who are so enthusiastic about there craft and sharing their process with us

[@garethbaus5471]

I am nowhere near the level of a professional armorer at working with sheat, but I have dabbled in dishing, raising, and planishing when making ladles and the basic concepts still apply.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Very cool to see this process. awaiting more.

[@svajeren]

Thank you Alec for showing The Expert Craftsmanship of Armor making so Satisfying to see👌👌

[@justissherwood9807]

THIS IS WHAT I HAVE BEEN WANTING FOR YEARS!!! YES!

[@DarkestdaysAU]

More of this please!

[@marton_dobo]

I've been waiting for the day when Alec starts making armour. I hope he makes more!

[@annapettit8045]

I love how they enjoyed your shop and tools!

[@robertdonnell8114]

Alec, to make a suit of armour could easily be 20 episodes.

[@georgedrago6840]

You need to make a giant display case or area where you can keep adding to everything you’ve recreated

[@nicholaseedy3244]

Quite probably one of my fav videos you have done. Just great.

[@LivingManuscript]

Very glad to see some armor here :)

[@Glorfindel_117]

YES!! This is so exciting, Alec! Cant wait to see the final product.

[@SynthRockViking]

Cool when other professionals, come to your workshop and compliment your tools 😌

[@Lnace87]

finally armour! please continue this side of the craft Alec. hanging to see more!

[@ericatkinson1217]

Love the Pilgrim badges. LOL

[@RedBeardOps]

Man, you're an inspiration... I need to try more new things.

[@donaldneill4419]

Extremely cool. Been waiting for a serious armour-making video!!

[@MrAJLeroy]

that's funny, I was wondering "what about Alec next project being making a piece of armor ?" And boom you're making a piece of armor !

[@jonathanjulke1405]

I would love to see Alec in full armor. Which he made himself. He already has the glove. 😜

[@Philtoid]

Blacksmithing level 100 achieved

[@BraxxJuventa]

Well done Alec and visitors! 👍😁

[@agatasoda]

11:36 Nice cawk!

[@Pedro8k]

Great video these guys make quality Armour

[@gerrycooper56]

Fascinating work and shows how skilled people were hundreds of years ago.

[@PyroSparton117]

This looks so much fun!

[@ducomaritiem7160]

Hey! This is the content I really love. Armour making!

[@imherkhan]

I love watching proper smiths work

[@mattsully5332]

exciting to see you making some armor! can't wait to see the finished product!

[@LanggerDangger]

@Alec Steel YES! Multi part armor building!

[@redrolo149]

Finally he's dipping into making armor! Instead of just weapons

[@alexanderterzic6871]

Love your vids

[@avoirdupois1]

I enjoyed this episode featuring an area artisan. It's nice to see Alec learn new skills and feature different types of forging work.

[@windigowhispers]

Armour yes ive been waiting for this

[@rhyswilliams9138]

Yes

[@GiskardRevenlov]

Would absolutely love to see the rest of this build

[@scottishrob1]

Sweet! Been wanting to see you make a breastplate for years. Very cool to see how it's done.

[@weaponjam7226]

Great video with some great guys. Looked like a lot of fun. Careful Alec. You will get hooked, I hope 🤞

[@jeanladoire4141]

after all these years, alec finally makes armor, thats so nice

[@lancemartin6]

I love that you are looking into armour!! So, sick!

[@VestigialLung]

So glad you’re continuing to dip your toe into armor. I’ve wondered for awhile watching your maximum effort swords and daggers what a suit of armor produced by you through a similar multi-part series would wind up looking like.

[@MrMorgsan]

Yes please! I want MOAR!

[@karrawr9538]

I LOOOVE the medieval style content

[@stuckindamiddle7431]

Love your vids!

[@ricmarsh7877]

I've been waiting so long to see you forge a suit of armor! 😆👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@piotrpodolski8786]

I beg You Alec please do a series where You make a set of armour, since I’ve started watching You I’ve been waiting for that

[@amberfuller16]

This is awesome it's looks great

[@solless2504]

Pretty sick how you’re showing all the different forging processes for a bunch of products! Keep it up sir.

[@terrancemiller8350]

WOW, now your talking, great video and loved your interest in one of my favorite areas building Mideval armor and hand crafted. A very interesting subject to me. I could feel your explosive thrill when you were hammering the sheat steel of the body of I guess your new armor. Thanks for the exciting video. Love you much. Afriend.

[@Alias_of_Alias]

Oh Dear! Please more of this!

[@palletcabin-YR_Author]

Very cool!

[@ivarmh]

This makes me want new kit. Great video!

[@AlexTheHistoryGuy]

Lancaster Armoury sells armour ;)

[@ivarmh]

@@AlexTheHistoryGuy I know and it looks great, but I’ve been using another armourer Roman Tereshenko, for my current set and I’ve commissioned a new one from him too. Just waiting for the war in Ukraine to end. 😞

[@uninfamous]

An armor series would be awesome!

[@TimothyHall13]

Oh Yeah!!! Thanks Alec!!!

[@mikejensen-fogt4662]

very cool. cant wait to see more!!!

[@fredericrike5974]

Awesome lot of fellow metal workers there, Alec! This should be a great series!

[@nickshomenta5373]

Kastenbrust!!!❤️

[@-joe-davidson]

Jamie's costume was exactly as expected.

[@adamhorner3950]

Alec! I would LOVE to see you head to Germany sometime and do a tour of Paiste's Gong making factory. Maybe even take one of their Gong making classes too. I think that would be incredibly interesting to see :)

[@frankierzucekjr]

Its funny youre doing this because ive been watching this other guy in the Ukraine that builds armor like this. They make it look so easy, but its soooo much fun to watch. Also very cool to see the end product. I'd love to try and do this one day. Great video fellas

[@michaelfinchen656]

Great video, looking forward to part 2 and a completed blued 14th century globular breastplate complete with stop rib! It would be fabulous if Alec could commission a full harness or at the very least a houndskull bassinet! Matt and team well done on a very entertaining and educational video, showcased with great interaction, delivery, knowledge and skill from Alec and his production team. Made me proud!

[@dcallan812]

|Very interesting. Great video 2x👍

[@simplybananas]

Yay! Armor!

[@michaelterrill4950]

Try 14 You should make a matching set of Chinese butterfly swords with a scabbard

[@stihl888]

Outstanding!

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Wow amazing. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Forge On. Fab On. Weld On. Keep Forge Lit. Keep Making. God bless.

[@Ares_gaming_117]

that's beyond cool

[@michelecastaldini2506]

wow, soo cool, love your content!!

[@joshualongie2209]

Great video Alex

[@JRizzo-li2dr]

I have been waiting for this since baker Street forge!!!!!

[@properjob2311]

That was great

[@frankierzucekjr]

Omg Jamies hat at 11:38 hahahaha

[@PaintingStallion]

Yeah I’m gonna need 70 episodes of this

[@austinjennifercolby2603]

pls make more armor

[@patricks7622]

I figured you'd get round to being an armorer at some point their lad.. Cheers 👍

[@adambarron4015]

As a practice project for experimenting with these techniques, I say Alec should make a giant-sized novelty ladle.

[@AngrodPalantir]

Years waiting for Alec making armor 🤪 (sabatons doesn't count)... That was great!