How to make a wooden long sword

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thanks for the comments and feedback. A few common suggestions have come up, so just to clarify: - Yes, the handle is round and should be oval to align with the blade. This is a completely valid critique. Part of the reason I build is to enjoy the process, and turning the handles is just fun, so I make round handles sometimes, but yes, an oval shaped handle is a good suggestion. - The tang does seem short for the length of the blade, however at 3" long and securely glued inside the handle it is actually very strong. This is not meant for HEMA practice, but if you intend to make a HEMA version, I agree, a longer tang would be important. - Sorry if you viewed this as a minimal tool build, which it is not. This was meant as an explanation of one way to embed the blade in the handle via laminating boards together and then shaping the various pieces. - Good luck, I'll try and get a few more builds with different processes out in the near future.

[@jackbenimble276]

Geeks Wood Shop i personally enjoyed the process. Let the haters hate. It was bad @$$. Turned out way better then what i was expecting.

[@deniseangelapasagoy970]

Geeks Wood Shop can yiu mke me one ill pay you for 200 dollars

[@daedralord274]

Geeks Wood Shop nice job but I got a real challenge for ya. Can you make a Scottish Claymore?

[@RyanlsAwsome]

Geeks Wood Shop you should try and make a collapsible light saber that wood be epic

[@archerofbrutality7776]

nice, problem is not many people have all those tools you used to create it

[@cheese3enjoyer]

How to make a wooden sword: 1. Take a stick 2. Pretend its a sword

[@tommuller3110]

@Globaros The gamer Me as a grown up

[@3nerget1k19]

Every boy as a kid 😂

[@jacenwade]

In my childhood the trees in my backyard were not a Forrest, it was an armory.

[@eddyheys]

correct

[@serg5kobralif215]

I am a kid and today I made my first good looking sword

[@cloudstrife6676]

After watching this, i realized i was a fool to carve a sword out of a solid hardwood. Nice work.

[@SqualidsargeStudios]

Omg i was planning to do just that XD

[@libertyordeath9936]

What wood should I use?

[@idislikeconflict313]

@@libertyordeath9936 if you’re planning on using it or playing around with it, hardwood so it doesn’t get damaged as easily. If its just for decoration or as a prop, soft wood

[@justmike8872]

Correct me if i'm wrong, but I think woods like oak are a lot harder, try using something like spruce

[@luisapaza317]

I just carved a bit of the sword but on soft wood. Only with a chisel. It will be a gift

[@marcussmith7409]

This sword was made for fun, but for anyone wanting to use a wooden sword for training be sure to hand sand the handle after turning but before putting anything on the wood so it makes an oval shape rather than a perfect circle as that really improves edge alignment.

[@elsarten8102]

It's dangerous to go alone, take this.

[@Luka-el9nt]

Explain

[@NicolasRamirez12417]

ehh it would probably break the first hit, but if you really want too damage somebody use hard wood and make it thicker and less long

[@fafnirupersonificationofho9645]

@@Luka-el9nt it's from The legend of Zelda

[@fafnirupersonificationofho9645]

An OG

[@TheEpictrooper]

Reminds me (roughly) of a wooden sword I carved out of a piece of scrap from my dad's work shop when I was young. Not pretty at all but sturdier than I ever expected. I used my pocket knife to make it and free time. Kept that thing around for years, never wanted to throw it away. Too many fond memories.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Here's to fond memories, I had a few roughly made swords myself. Nothing like the imagination and memories of growing up.

[@TheEpictrooper]

@@GeeksWoodShop I'd drink to that.

[@BaronVonQuiply]

That came out nice. I think I want one despite having the metal version already.

[@IRSculpts]

NICELY DONE!!! I really enjoyed watching the process of how you completed this project! Thank you for sharing.

[@michaelwilkins4874]

its a long while since I used to make wooden copy of Japanese swords, watching this has given me an idea and inspired mee to work again thank you. for that

[@IsaKocoglu]

Thanks bud! I've just subscribed. Once I've got the workshop built, I think this will be one of the first projects I'll be building with my son. Keep up the great stuff!

[@hypersmash3774]

I was searching 'how to make dark sister sword ' and I find perfect video to make it ❤

[@darkwolf6122]

Dude take my advice and set up a shop at renaissance fairs. You'll make a fortune of these! Not only are these creative and awesome, but children and larpers are not going to be able to resist these.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thanks!

[@Omnivoir]

I will never forget the love I had for my wooden swords as a kid. I love making them for the kids in my family now

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Agreed! It's so much fun to make them for someone else. Cheers!

[@Runedragonx]

As a suggestion for a more realistic experience when wielding a sword, make the handle ovular (oval). This shape gives a much easier achieved edge alignment and is more ergonomic in the hand. I understand that as a toy or display piece, this may not matter, but added details make pieces like this that much more appreciable.

[@Super7miles]

Man I am not sure what looked funnier the making of the sword or the playing with sword.....Great project. Thanks

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Geeks gotta be geeks, amiright?

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

I made a few of these when I was a pre-teen and still have a couple as keepsakes for a childhood well spent.

[@epic321123]

This is amazing! I'm studying to become a carpenter and I'm also a HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) practitioner and this video truly inspired me! Keep doing what you're doing!

[@sodasamurai5413]

Any chance you could get me in a HEMA

[@epic321123]

@@sodasamurai5413 You should check if you have HEMA groups in your country and city. Just search "find hema clubs" and there are a few services. If you don't have any near you you can still do it on your own by watching guides. I recommend checking out Skallagrim, Shadiversity, Scholagladiatoria and Metatron, they have many videos on that.

[@sodasamurai5413]

@@epic321123 thanks I'll check it out

[@donaldlokken1955]

Wow. Using the wood lathe for the handle made all the individual pieces into one.

[@forestlampcraft472]

Nice adjustment of parts)))

[@BossRedRanger]

This looks beautiful! I want a lathe, but I only have two projects. I want to turn handles for my great grandfather's tools and to make magic wands.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Sounds like you could get by with a mini-lathe, hope you get one at some point, they are super fun.

[@gracesprocket7340]

Build a pole lathe? Itself a fun wood project...

[@christopherwilliam3615]

That is an incredibly beautiful wooden long sword. Great work!

[@28Cryptic743]

Have you thought of making other swords? I would really like to see a Scottish claymore

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Definitely, will probably make a few other styles. A claymore would be fun.

[@FortInTheWoods]

Kenneth Ruttan I made a Scottish clamore once. I used a oak plank for the blade and made the basket out of steel rods.

[@elmothewise3915]

Geeks Wood Shop make a zweihander

[@yeetreviews]

@@elmothewise3915 that’s pretty much a beefy long sword but the claymore is wider and thicker

[@leaheinrichs2270]

Hey .... So ..... THIS IS SO AMAZING!!!!!! I do swordfighting with longswords in a Club and yours is (yes again) AMAZING!!! I love it! My Respekt for your work!!!!

[@KedaWoodDye]

Subbed! Great looking design! I may have missed it but what type of wood do you prefer working with when building these? I love that! I think I will try that and maybe try a battle axe also.

[@sharulzahira88]

After seeing this vedio 1- going out loking for wood2. Using clasoc tools on making wooden sword. Thx for inspired me 👍🏻

[@willalfred5959]

Strange use of salad cream throughout the video... I usually use mayonnaise to bind my workpieces.

[@the-thane]

I also prefer mayonnaise, but I've heard great things about ranch. It's apparently stronger than JB Weld

[@frog6992]

Will Manning I use the wood paste I make

[@C4lidas]

I prefer a mustard/relish mix for mine.

[@unou588]

what're you talking about? That's McChicken sauce fam

[@zoesdada8923]

What the fuck are you dopes babbling about?

[@simonfarrell6585]

Obviously a lot of work has gone into this, I've made wooden swords for my son bit this is a different level

[@handmadeprecision]

Wow! Fantastic work. This will make an awesome Christmas present for my boy. Thanks for sharing the templates

[@rotuberp]

Using for a High School project. I cannot wait to see the educator reaction

[@unhappytomato8376]

Well, what was it?

[@rotuberp]

The educator liked it a lot, @@unhappytomato8376.

[@MattFriedrichs]

Loads of fun. We had some great ones made by my grandfather.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Best grandpa award

[@a.jmanning4567]

Wow, I'm in awe. Would love a workshop like yours. Great tutorial, thanks.

[@monsta_maro3970]

Do you sell them?

[@mikewest712]

your bandsaw techniques are top shelf, reminds me of diresta and wandels methods.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Ha! I'm no Diresta, but thanks all the same. High praise.

[@asalbert79]

This is awesome!! I wish that there was someone near me that I could learn to do stuff like this. Being a disabled veteran that doesn't work I have lots of time with nothing to do. Love the videos, btw.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thank you, most especially for your service. I'm so sorry to hear of your condition. There are guilds and woodworking groups all over, hopefully, there is one near you that you might reach out to.

[@revenant_renesis6439]

Thank you for your service, and sacrifice, so I can have the luxury of sitting and watching videos like this.

[@bryonchipps2504]

try putting doll rods through the handle and the guard, it might make it more sturdy and stronger. And less likely to fall apart when it gets wet

[@Sfourtytwo]

Good to put an acute point on a wooden sword simulator. I mean steel simulators might bend but with this little Jimmy can thrust right into other kids eyes and maybe even brain

[@lonewolf6548]

Your kid seemed very happy about your hard work

[@needhelp4002]

Wtf how can making a wooden stick be the most entertaining fucking thing on youtube...

[@3DTyrant]

Because there are people that enjoy watching woodworking based videos, such as furniture, decorative pieces for homes, walking/hiking sticks and quite clearly swords are included in the list. It's rather cool to see, to be very honest.

[@TheMiner1210]

This is amazing. If the handle had more of an oval shape, this would be perfect (considering it's for a child however, I don't think it really matters) I hope to do this one day, If i ever lose my fear of this type of equipment lol

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Haha, a healthy fear of this equipment is a good thing, but thanks!

[@ChillyJack]

Finished product was stunning, excellent work. I really need to get a lathe...

[@HaggisFist]

Nice! Love it man. I think this with some Birds Eye Maple and you'd have some cool looking "damascus" styling.

[@vadimchevvie]

Good job, and thanks for sharing. I want to make a sword for my nephew, but I only have hand tools. Feeling the pain of manual work even before I started...

[@henrydatoneboi4447]

(for future reference) get a belt sander, its simple to use and makes the whole process easier without buying all those expensive tools he has.

[@RupertFoulmouth]

as a kid we would usually end up dueling with our sword so a full tang to me is a must. if the blade is just to sit and look pretty a partial tang is fine

[@morrisseymoz5778]

it's beautiful ,but u would have saved 3 days if u would of used a chair leg for a handle, ....

[@imnotherenow200]

Paul Weisbrod I know it wood be pricy (bah dum tis), but you could also buy a replacement handle for shovels and axes at places like Tractor Supply Company or where ever else carries them. I used one for a shield and they're pretty good.

[@bensoncook5045]

ha thats one way

[@afinoxi]

@Johan Ofinlohigh he could've just used a drill to make room for tang

[@FortInTheWoods]

ImNotHereNow you used the handles for the shield handle?

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

That is awesome!

[@themagichatter1054]

This is really nice work it's so different from how I make wooden swords

[@Fariorn]

wow respect, you're an artist! I wish my 6 year old me could see that, because you would be my hero 😍

[@Glitchoone]

I wish I had a workshop like that, so I could create all day

[@TonyBullard]

That handle is gorgeous.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thanks!

[@DragonstarFighter]

also, necessary of the handles, make the handles full tang please for durability, and oval in cross section for indexing

[@Gytiss93]

I wanted to ask how durable that is, but then you broke it with a chisle, that answered my quastion pretty well

[@raimundosilva6223]

belo trabalho, obrigado por dividir o conhecimento e mostrar humildade, quando a maioria do youtube quer vender alguma coisa vc simplesmente deixou disponivel para todos!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Muito obrigado

[@jdzencelowcz]

If U make these out've hard wood, make the hilt really sturdy, & really work the edge & point with sanding & polishing; also a bit of fire hardening, that could actually B usable in a fight.

[@Judicial78]

How is the weight balance and centers of percussion? Have you tested those factors? Perhaps you can adjust it by adding a small metal rod in the handle or pommel area to increase weight by the hands, and increase the length of the fuller to reduce weight on the blade without sacrificing durability.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

I don't plan for balance, but for the few I've built they tend to balance pretty well, just above the pommel.

[@Judicial78]

Geeks Wood Shop Thank you for the reply, with that response I will attempt to make the sword!

[@MakoTheFrog]

love the sped up hammer sound

[@BruteSpaniard]

For the blade it sell around 12:30min in the video, what router tip is that? Haven't been able to find it.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Look for a raised panel bit. Definitely best if you use it with a router that has speed control so you can slow it down, less burning and less scary.

[@michaelchamberstx]

This is amazing. More swords please.

[@caniget500subswithzerocont8]

My man a beast on that band saw.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Haha, well thanks!

[@bencebelajonas7123]

Well made ! I liked it ! Can you tell me please, what kind of machines/tools did you used for crafting this sword please ?

[@bademusoctavianjuvenal2702]

Could you make some bigger swords? Like Estoc or even Zweihander?

[@varekai88]

That is one amazing looking wooden sword man! what kind of wood did you use? and is the sword suitable for contact sparring? Cheers, Emerson

[@luisapaza317]

Doesn't look enought resistent for contact sparring, maybe another sword with another type of wood would be ok

[@steevemartial4084]

A very interesting build ! My main concerns have been brought up by others and you answered them well. I'd have like a little more commentary so we can understand where you're going with each step. It's not strictly necessary though since in the end everything is clear. Overall, again, it was very interesting.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thanks. I've been without my shop for a few months, but close to being ready to build again soon and have some new ideas I'd like to try.

[@erimarkov3885]

Man, I'd love to have one of these!

[@MrFlamingJester]

Coming from someone who has no experience in woodwork at all, I watched this having no idea what was going on nor understanding anything of what you were doing. Then bam, wooden sword just magically appears.

[@blatus2]

Hello, i need to ask something about the machine at 12:27, simply i don't understand how it works and for what is being used. If someone could explain me, i would be very thankful. PS: Great video man, wish you could make more swords.

[@freakazoid4691]

It's a router table with a router bit that has a bearing. Google some videos and you will get it, now that you know what it's called. :)

[@fitrarmkn5196]

Goo..gooo.goooo!!!!!new channel..we Will support you

[@Dante-jc1bi]

Awesome! Very beautiful!

[@yeehaw2840]

How to make a wooden sword 1) Get a crafting table 2) Get one stick and two planks 3) Craft them

[@vitsobotka6268]

Personaly I would make the stick that is in the handle longer

[@theatheistcowboy4227]

Kofin Studios I personally prefer full tangs on wasters, but to be fair to geeks wood shop, I have made and used my wasters for combat training, and he was just making a pretty piece to be enjoyed with his child. I agree that if I was making it, I would have made the tang as long as possible though if I was using hidden tang.

[@DragonstarFighter]

full tang is always better... I actually suggest that you go to purpleheart armory, and get a synthetic waster. Rawlings Knightshop for a beauful, and somewhat realistic look, penti type III for realistic look, plus, all have a rounded safety tip, that is far safer than a wooden point

[@friedeggs21]

The hilt?

[@wolfwarrior9373]

It's called a hilt or handle

[@Guyfromfakeland]

Kofin Studios even a rod of aluminum up the middle would give it strength but be hidden by wood you could even put a thread on it and the pommel at the end to screw and unscrew but over all i thought it was pretty sick

[@michelsantos4236]

Hello, beautiful video, does anyone know the name of this machine that you attach the wood to and it rotates so you can round the wood? Thanks!

[@christopherb3798]

Thank you for this video, i was about to attempt one but your plan seems easier.

[@BekoPharm]

I really enjoyed watching this. Good camera work / editing and viewport as well. Extra kudos for giving the sword to your kid. A fella needs a sword ;-)

[@darthdraganok7675]

anyone else find this oddly satisfying

[@JunelieArthur111]

suggestion though, the handles please make it a bit more oval shaped since that would be important for edge alignment and overall "knowing where the edge is." Round handled swords tend to "twist" in your hand after hitting thus ruining edge alignment (that is not to say that there are no round-handled swords, swords primarily used for stabbing have round handles but I won't elaborate on that cuz it will be way too long) and, after quite a while of holding training swords, oval shaped handles are a bit more comfortable. Nice work though, and i hope you do more wooden swords, LIKE SABERs CUZ I FUCKIN LOVE SABERS.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Indeed, the round handle doesn't give you any feedback, so it's certainly a good suggestion. As these are made just for fun and looks the turned handle is ok, but thanks for the feedback.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Added templates to the description

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

round handled swords cut fine it just takes alot more getting used too, earlier period two handed jian used round handles and cut perfectly fine. it is still a good suggestion but id be more worried about a full length tang.

[@DannyMotta]

Geeks Wood Shop would u be willing to sell one?

[@cjc1216]

guys this is a wooden sword that he gave to his child. its a beautiful "toy" essentially. are we really worried about the geometry of the handle and historical context . come on you youtube heroes have to stop taking everything so serious

[@ebinjayan]

my head was just echoing his words "fairly straightforward" through the whole video

[@ianbrown2988]

Um i know you have a template pdf but i was wondering if you sell these swords because my friends and I went to our local ren fest this year and i was the only one with out a sword now my friends have actual swords but your's are amazing and I truly dont think i can make mine look as well.

[@lorenzogiani7190]

Now I need a Syrio Forel to teach me how to stick it with the point xD

[@TheHimbob]

That is phenomenal work! Do you have a patreon page or a website that would take submission work. Have ever conceived other weaponry from wood?

[@mamcrostie]

what is the router bit called you used to shape the blade edge? I think the bits a Yonico make, but can't find one that looks like yours.

[@123ShaneB]

Awesome video! that is a really nice looking design you made and it turned out great

[@lmckiii]

Love the design and Technics, but I think the tang should go all the way through the hilt, It would break less easy

[@jackdude180]

when you used the lather and did the polishing, what was the purpose of rubbing the wood chips into the handle?

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Just another way to sand/ polish. I do this sometimes to knock back the shine of a finish.

[@mark261166]

Very nice job, thanks for sharing.

[@SnowyWolf-fu7vz]

Could you make a Viking war axe?

[@Trollpower]

What kind of wood did you use?

[@ajelly00]

Don't know anything about swords or any of the tools in this video but hey super satisfying

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Well thanks

[@JOONBUGFILMS]

I would be interested in buying... how much would you charge to make narsil

[@beyondgoodandbad9207]

WHAT A BEAUTY

[@leonandthegreenarmory6586]

You can use aluminum tape to make the sword blade look like it's made out of metal.

[@sambrainard3487]

How to make a wooden sword: Spend $1000 bucks on power tools. Then pretend that you can follow this guy's advanced instructions and you're good to go!

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Haha, you got it!

[@sambrainard3487]

🤣 this man is a legend you're actually legit amazing at this stuff lol

[@GeeksWoodShop]

@@sambrainard3487 Ah, many thanks

[@Vikolox3]

You use mayonnaise or mustard to keep planks together?

[@FilipeGuermandi]

link template broken

[@madelinegomes453]

why did you put the shavings on after the polish for the handle?

[@johnkalnin2680]

What is that router bit???? I've been looking everywhere for something like that to do the edge of a sword fast with the right looking shallow angle.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Look at panel bit options for a really shallow angle. Good luck!

[@larrylibertine1949]

Geeks Wood Shop ...... you could make the tang thicker and the full length of the handle or it will snap on contact with those troublesome baddies in the back yard ! seems an awfully short and weak tang considering the length of blade don't you think ? otherwise an excellent job !

[@westerncivilization]

What brand mustard is that? And can I buy one of these from you?

[@stef.w4180]

Great build however handles would usualy be more oval shaped then round since its more comfortable to wield.

[@sonicfreak04]

beautiful work how much to commission one?

[@animehangout3126]

really nice what woods did you use and do u have templates

[@RagnaCloud13]

How about the Zweihander waster sword?