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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@Dvadtsat]

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!

[@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

[@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?

[@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 ❤

[@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.

[@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

[@forestlampcraft472]

Nice adjustment of parts)))

[@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.

[@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?

[@MattFriedrichs]

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

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Best grandpa award

[@christopherwilliam3615]

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

[@a.jmanning4567]

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

[@handmadeprecision]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@simonfarrell6585]

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

[@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

[@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...

[@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!!!!

[@donaldlokken1955]

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

[@MakoTheFrog]

love the sped up hammer sound

[@lonewolf6548]

Your kid seemed very happy about your hard work

[@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.

[@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.

[@TonyBullard]

That handle is gorgeous.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thanks!

[@sharulzahira88]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@themagichatter1054]

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

[@michaelchamberstx]

This is amazing. More swords please.

[@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.

[@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.

[@Glitchoone]

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

[@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

[@caniget500subswithzerocont8]

My man a beast on that band saw.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Haha, well thanks!

[@ChillyJack]

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

[@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!

[@erimarkov3885]

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

[@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?

[@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

[@Fariorn]

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

[@monsta_maro3970]

Do you sell 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

[@ebinjayan]

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

[@mark261166]

Very nice job, thanks for sharing.

[@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 ;-)

[@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.

[@123ShaneB]

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

[@Dante-jc1bi]

Awesome! Very beautiful!

[@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.

[@niilonevalainen2884]

That sound when the hammer hits the wood :D

[@darthdraganok7675]

anyone else find this oddly satisfying

[@ajelly00]

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

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Well thanks

[@beyondgoodandbad9207]

WHAT A BEAUTY

[@McFlymcflangie]

A wood lathe is my currant number one wish.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Ya, for so many reasons it's a great tool. I started with a much smaller version, hope you'll get turning soon.

[@lmckiii]

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

[@nvincipality6371]

Can never have too many clamps. My problem is I have too little =/

[@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

[@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

[@SnowyWolf-fu7vz]

Could you make a Viking war axe?

[@christopherb3798]

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

[@airsoftgame3468]

a classic example of you can never have too much clamps

[@GeeksWoodShop]

yup. never.

[@ellabella5965]

I'm so happy for u! Ur almost at a thousand subs!!!!

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thanks!

[@sheripetrarca2385]

baby tyrannosaurus rex

[@FortInTheWoods]

He was at a thousand 2 years ago? This gives me hope and all the effort I'm putting in.

[@bencebelajonas7123]

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

[@RelativelyBest]

It looks nice. Though, I would not have lathed the grip round like that, and I would have concerns about the strength of such a short tang. Would probably have gone with a full-width tang construction like on some knives, then sculpted the grip by hand. Also, would probably have ground the fuller in rather than carving it, for a more authentic look.

[@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

[@lorenzogiani7190]

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

[@sirMAXX77]

That's bad ass and looks gorgeous.

[@bademusoctavianjuvenal2702]

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

[@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?

[@leonandthegreenarmory6586]

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

[@amandajensen4966]

I don't have all the fancy tools to be planing something like that have I? 😂

[@MakoRuu]

Last step - Put some aluminum tape on the blade so it appears to be metal. Scuff it up with steel wool so it looks aged and worn in.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Ha! Ya, I've seen Adam Savage do that, and as much as I totally admire him, I like a wooden sword to stay wood. To each their own taste.

[@MakoRuu]

That's where I learned it, as well. This video helped a lot with my idea to make a wooden sword, thank you.

[@markuskjelsson4520]

I really like this video, it's pretty cool! But you could improve it a lot if you add some music or something while you work. It would make it more fun to watch all 14 minutes of it.

[@RedAreshan]

Now all I need is hundreds of dollars worth of equipment and a large workspace

[@fitrarmkn5196]

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

[@stef.w4180]

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

[@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.

[@hiit8720]

It almost looks like a Skyrim Iron Greatsword

[@ShaNagmaImmuru]

that was very satisfying to watch!

[@angelus_solus]

You sure couldn't do any contact sparing with This thing.

[@yeehaw2840]

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

[@KnightsWithoutATable]

Swords and axes do not have round handles, They need to be made in an oval or oblong shape so that you can align the edge. The round handle on this makes it a very nice toy, but only that useful.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Very true, this is only meant to be a toy, and also a fun build, but thanks for the input.

[@freakazoid4691]

If it only had had an oval handle so it could have been used properly in medieval battles... ;)

[@RagnaCloud13]

How about the Zweihander waster sword?

[@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!

[@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 !

[@olliescootsshorts3318]

That’s insane bro

[@moory1791]

I think it's worth a thousand dollars. so cool