I Found a Crack In My $7,000 Knife, Road To Mastersmith (part3)

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[@WillStelterbladesmith]

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[@drinkmorecocacola]

that for sure hurt 2:19 watch it in 1/4 speed and you see how fast it whipped on your finger.

[@jerrylitzza8842]

Handy to be able to trundle over to Alec Steele's Abandoned Workshop with stuff he is wishing he had in England.

[@kajiarrow7761]

That is the official title of that place

[@doorknocker7958]

Alecs Shop?! Awesome!!

[@paullmight42]

1:55- i was totally expecting a square space segway lolol

[@ronjones-6977]

I would have guessed Keeps.

[@bb-ko2nm]

love that you show the things going wrong(tell me about it!), enjoy the journey and many thanks for all the great content :)

[@shimshimmash1179]

that file is terrifying... I would absolutely take an eye out on that thing

[@jimcorbett3764]

I'm very interested in seeing what the finished product is going to look like

[@dan725]

Is Sam (Ross Peak) running Alec’s old shop completely now? Wondering what the future is for Alec’s old workshop, or what happened to his crazy steel-framed bed frame.

[@larshoneytoast722]

Seriously tho what happened with the bed lol

[@saginawdan]

Longer videos, please. 😊

[@Robot.Prophet]

Loving this knife build Will! What's happening with Alec's old shop?

[@DH-xw6jp]

"it's like chess. But you get choked" Kinky.

[@LittleGreyWolfForge]

Kinky

[@dragonwing4ever]

don't kink shame me lisa

[@larshoneytoast722]

I thought I wasthe only one lol

[@ironwolfgaming9632]

The problem is with grappling as you age - you are not so flexible, and injuries occur very easily with any type of it.

[@jessemarchand5694]

“Good as new…if you like slightly worse things.” 😂

[@adventureawaits6923]

Your channel is pretty freakin awesome.

[@rotagbhd]

I didn't know it was possible to become a Master Smith without knowing how to pronounce Bowie correctly.

[@stevenpurtee5062]

I thought Alec shut down his shop in Montana.

[@Lucas12v]

Same

[@otterconnor942]

It looks like lmnt actually has efficacious doses. Neat

[@breamy31]

I thought alec sold that shop in the state's

[@tomeglinton9213]

once you get your master cert you should do a video with a jiu jitsu black belt - roll with him and then teach him to make a knife. gordon ryan question mark

[@Tazer_Silverscar]

Huh, I'm surprised Alec's old workshop is still there. Is Alec still struggling with selling off the stuff he can't keep? It's been like, 9 months since he declared Alec Steele Co. was shutting operations O.o Speaking of, the shop frontend website is still up, and his personal website is still saying he's based in Montana. He probably could do with fixing that (he doesn't need the full shop website just to continue the customer service part).

[@robertzarfas9556]

Ok I’m going to need a more thorough explanation of how that variable speed filer works. I might need a diagram 😅

[@larshoneytoast722]

Same way a Bridgeport works

[@paulrapp613]

Think CVT.

[@entropy11]

That die file machine is a little scary for you to just be leaning over inches away from the reciprocating, pointy file. XD

[@Foxhole-atheist]

Musicality sounds scary for heat treatment, if it rings thats tention

[@czarekp3552]

nice glasses Velma

[@iamarawn]

Will, what gas are you using on your TIG welder? That's the largest cup I've ever seen. The end part of my cup is 12.5mm or 0.49 inch. I don't have a tiny cup either. I got a much smaller one somewhere. I'm using Argon gas.

[@iamarawn]

Ah you explain it, argon. Grab a way smaller cup, this is overkill.

[@LittleGreyWolfForge]

He said it was 9010 argon at 10:58

[@iamarawn]

@@LittleGreyWolfForge yeah i added a comment to it. It's a huuuuge cup to use with argon

[@Lucas12v]

I've only ever tigged steel with pure argon. I wonder what the 10% is. Could be helium but i doubt they're doing much if any aluminum or copper in that shop so I doubt it.

[@dropshot1967]

I am very close to 100% sure that a majority of people consume too much salt in their food, to the point that doctors warn for blood pressure, cardio problems and kidney problems. There may be certain trace minerals missing because people are not eating varied enough, but general salt is not the issue.

[@fetzie23]

One of those pouches plus a Big Mac (without fries) is already your daily sodium (2000mg).

[@Natefirethemagnets]

Correct, people in general lacking salt is bull shit. At least in the US.

[@Bayle_Bune]

Is it just me, or did that little burr sound like a dental buffer? My teeth are crying!

[@dangolfishin]

Fordham, same machine

[@morganweast4228]

Not a big fan of the slot on the blade, kinda flea market looks.

[@wekkimeif7720]

So most of the price of the blade comes from looks of it? From the effort making it look cool rather than from functionality?

[@LittleGreyWolfForge]

yeah? It can depend though

[@wekkimeif7720]

@@LittleGreyWolfForge I'm just wondering why people pay so much for knives like this? If similar quality functionality wise could be achieved for 100 euros or less? Are these blades meant to be put on shelf to show them as art pieces? I would not want to use 7000 dollar blade and risk ruining it.

[@arkonwolves7192]

@@wekkimeif7720 well this knife is his master knife its supposed to portray his skill as a craftsman it’s as much as a work of art as it is a tool. It is still functional and likely (crosses fingers) high quality. You could of course go buy a knife from walmart for 100 dollars but its by no means the quality of a hand forged knife that has been properly heat treated or even just heat treated at all. Were you to make a knife or buy one that was hand made you would very quickly recognize the difference in quality. Most knives I’ve made you could clamp it to a table, hit it suspended with a hammer and it would bounce like a spring and you wouldn’t see a dent. Likewise a bowie made by Will here could probably rock full way through a birch tree and not roll or chip the edge. The quality of hand made knives simply can’t be replicated by a factory built 100 dollar knife from a grocery store. (Edit: he also probably accounts for the time he puts into it because time is money after all. Also the gold plating probably wasn’t cheap either.

[@shoogie1994]

I thought alec ghad given up that shop. Neat to see its still around. what do they do there now? Awesome vids and hope all is well :)

[@KnightsWithoutATable]

Is Alec's shop in Montana just abandoned?

[@dragonwing4ever]

weird since he said he was selling it all...... if it is those powerhames aren't staying abandoned for long😂

[@scottwigham]

i feel we need to know the craic with why the old Montana workshop is still fully stocked and kitted out.

[@josephtixier2404]

Oh! it's another Steel vs. Stelter! let's see which video wins this one... Go Will ! A little late on the publication but you can do it!!

[@gilbertk]

I thought Alec ended his lease on this shop? Didn’t he do a whole video about?

[@dragonwing4ever]

i thought alec sold the montana shop?

[@skinmore]

BRAZILIAN JIU JUTSU is the art of folding clothes with the person still inside

[@Seelenschmiede]

This made me lol big time 🤣

[@RamDragon32]

1:52 STOP! Please, stop leaning over that machine, my anxietry can't handle it!

[@junkname9983]

What about waving the knife around while he speaks? Even though the blade hasn't been sharpened yet, he does the same thing with sharpened knifes in other videos. He's going to get seriously hurt one day unless he starts getting more careful

[@GoldmansGarage]

Very nice to see the old shop. And a bit sad

[@cptmurica1187]

What's with the 7k pricetag for a half finished blade?

[@zerotheherojjhayden7624]

Did finish carpentry for years with custom fire places, book selves, ect. loved how it was the fine details that mattered. Amazing work and vid. My eye doctor always told me to do eye exercises due to straining hours at a time.

[@Joe___R]

When it comes to electroplating the surface finish you start with, it is the same you get after plating. You really should polish the piercings before gold plating them.

[@ryanbeauregard3239]

I thought Alex sold his Montana shop?

[@LittleGreyWolfForge]

I hate a stressful knife, build, but I also love it at the same time.

[@Deepwaterjew]

Oh that variable speed on the die filer is pretty meat, its pretty close to being a CVT transmission.

[@koosscholtz8266]

Use black board chalk on your files it helps with the files not clocking up and gives a good finish as well

[@lamborn3D]

The sound when your were cleaning out the crack with a burr reminds me of the dentist's office and I don't like it 😆

[@dangolfishin]

Same tool

[@dearcastiel4667]

Filing metal without a mask, I don't want to be his lungs in a few decades...

[@WillStelterbladesmith]

Do you want do be my lungs right now…? 😧 also filing metal doesn’t create dust, it’s makes shavings 😂

[@ziploc53]

Did not know Alec still had his shop over there.

[@Lucas12v]

I was surprised by that too. Haven't watched alec's channel in awhile but I got the impression he was settled in England for the foreseeable future.

[@bathorimikihorsemanship]

4:46 Did i just hear a dremel making mocking sounds?? Cheeky bastard machines...

[@jfirebaugh]

Magnafluxing can show hidden defects. One of my friends was teaching himself forging and magnafluxed his almost finished blade. Cracks everywhere. He was hammering on it while it was not hot enough.

[@rupertmiller9690]

I was wondering how you were getting your exercise, glad to know you are getting a workout and improving yourself physically. Keep at it.

[@stamatouvable]

When ever I can’t explain something from now on. I’m going to say “because of science”.

[@jaromir_kovar]

Will, amazing work, thank you! The ad though. I know you were given the script. But that script is saying that people don't have enough salt in their system. It should say "electrolytes" (like Sodium, which the product contains), not "salt". Sodium is different from sodium chloride (table salt). I am not trying to be difficult, but western population actually has an issue with too much salt in their diet (especially from processed foods) and this ad tells them they don't have enough and need more. Hearing an ad like this might have people thinking that they need more salt and will use more in their lives. That is a big issue. Again, I know you were given the script, this is nothing against you at all but using the word salt, instead of sodium or electrolytes, in that message is wrong and dangerous to public health (especially since a quarter of million people is listening to you). Thank you for consideration and thank you for sharing with us your skills and creation of beautiful things🙂

[@hulkthedane7542]

Testing for the degree of Master; be a Master and recognise failure. A true Master does not waste his time patching up cracks in pattern welded steel with a TIG welder and then cover it up with gold plating. Especially not showing it on KZbin before handing in the piece to the judge. Both you and the judge(s) will know, that knife is made of flawed steel..... Start over. Show yourself and the world that you ARE a true Master who does the job proper, every time. Rather use a lot of time now and earn the title in the first try, than using (wasting) almost as much time doing a poor job now - and then have to do it over, if you fail. Spare yourself from failure. All the best of luck to you, you have the potential to succeed, go kick some butt!

[@zarasdad100]

The channel sponsor thing is getting OUT OF CONTROL!!!!!

[@Dartz8300]

I love your work Will! One nit pick, 90/10 gas isn't really for tig welding. Straight argon will help the heat affected zone and oxidation

[@elimurphy6212]

Nice, wish you my best on ur road to master smith, doing so keeps with your consistent positive contributions to the craft. Don’t hire a bunch of females along the way 😜

[@jcows12]

A lot of times trying to fix very minor problems lead to much larger ones. Its a very delicate balance and sometimes things just cannot be perfect.

[@ragzcreat8714]

I love your videos Will, you have been a huge inspiration for me and now I have started making knives and I am even selling a couple to some friends.

[@JETWTF]

If you want to save some cleanup time for after heat treating coat it in BBQ grill paint. the paint prevents oxygen from getting to the steel and creating scale but doesn't affect the heat treatment while being much easier to remove than scale.

[@junkname9983]

It used to be that someone would work on a craft for their whole life before they can call themselves a master. Now you just work a few years until you pass a test and you get to call yourselves masters.

[@Spoteddy]

The sad thing about almost all sponsors in youtube videos is that they are US based, ordering from them as a European, it will double the cost with shipping and paying extra taxes.

[@blackmapleblades]

Do you think that gold plating would work on electro etched touch marks?

[@arkonwolves7192]

I can’t believe he visited the old alec steel shop

[@pinheadlarry9495]

If you get master smith status for this I'll be shocked

[@VincentMcmanus.]

speaking about LMNT, and how many people are sodium deficient - this is why I am so frustrated by so many companies going the "low sodium" route with their foods. We NEED salt. And we're supposed to be getting salt from our diet. Restricting salt should only be done if your doctor tells you to. Reminds me of the Demolition Man movie, when Sandra Bullock's character, Hershey, claimed that salt is bad for you - that line made me mad. Salt is a vital nutrient. We need it.

[@jeffmcdonald101]

Due to high Aldosterone levels some people need no added salt. On the other hand, those with low Aldosterone levels may need a LOT. The average person does not need supplementation via LMNT, like...the vast majority. For some it is crucial though. You do you, we're all different.

[@jonblair5470]

Pretty sure you about stabbed yourself in the face numerous times on the Die filer

[@antonvermeulen1848]

"Because of science" Hilarious.

[@milkytoast6245]

Hey will, I'm commenting because i have discovered a way to finish wood handles for my knives and i want to tell you about it. The way i do it is hand sand to 800 - 1500 grit and then buff it with carnauba wax. It gives it an amazing shine and seals it up perfectly. Highly recommend trying this method.

[@Secretlycat31]

"As good as new!, as long as you like slightly worse things." hahaha

[@supperwelder]

That is turning out rather cool i like it already ❤❤

[@haidencrawford7753]

Looking forward to the next truck update

[@coreyshortland2074]

I'd love to see your opinion on falkniven knives. Personally the modern Bowie is my favourite. Is it a contender for someone who can't afford a custom made one?

[@bennymorris6107]

The image quality is so good, great work

[@IRAN.SHAHREBOZORG]

🤔🤔 ساخت وسیله چند دلاری با وسایل میلیون دلاری😐😐

[@dangolfishin]

He making a few thousand dollar knife with a few thousand dollar tools bro. No million dollar machines here

[@IRAN.SHAHREBOZORG]

​@@dangolfishin 💜💜💜💜 آرزوی بهترین ها را برای تو دارم دوست خوبم. امید وارم از نزدیک تو را ببینم. من در ایران زندگی میکنم، معنی میلیون و بیلیون و دولار در کشورهای ما خیلی فرق میکنه. یک دلار در کشور شما هزاران دلار در کشور من ارزش داره. توضیح دادنش خیلی سخت هست. 💜💜💜💜

[@JohnRoberts71]

Great content thanks for sharing

[@tobhomott]

Subtly mocking Alec's hairdo in the last scene. I see what you did there

[@ErikvanUffelen]

At around 2:00 can you not shorten the file for this. Was waiting to take your eye out :-(

[@stevenpurtee5062]

I was concerned about that too. If you look closely, the top bends away from his face.

[@paultrout4736]

getting sword breaker vibes there buddy

[@dhengen]

forgive me, but if that crack is in the tang how will it be seen in the final knife? the handle must have a matching hole in it?

[@sran9492]

Im just curious how much does your shop inventory, machines and tools are worth. Keep the good work !

[@gixxer1237]

Good save.

[@BCbiker36]

2:10 anyone else get anxious every time Will moved his head over the reciprocating file?

[@dudemanproductions4529]

The knife is looking great, super unique. Plenty of material for insurance keep hammering on it's gonna look awesome.

[@joelblair8339]

I think its cool whether it explodes or not..lol also IMO you are already a master classman I think your chef knives are so cool compared to others.

[@robertr4193]

Don't you just hate those little surprises that just pop up when you least want or need them to? Glad you got the blade blank corrected. Looking good.

[@corrpendragon]

Will, you should hang out with the new King of Random, Jarom Rush!

[@MimicKingAxl]

Didn't expect will to share kinks today but here we are XD

[@christopherjones4850]

if you stuck the tungsten to it could have a tungsten inclusion , but would say you filed it out. Btw love you show both your failures and victories!

[@frankheger5185]

👍👍👍

[@keiphillips7648]

Looooooking gawwwgus Will, looking forward to the next one

[@MattCHollis1988]

Were those inbound crates or outbound crates at alec's shop

[@thomasbutler4696]

To get into tight spaces you can bend your tungsten, put it on a scrap piece of steel hit your pedal,when it gets white hot release the pedal and use a pair of pliers to bend the tungsten.

[@movingchips]

SLAP COUNT = 4

[@nycsox987]

$7k????

[@robert.brokaw3829]

So far so good young sir. Stay safe.

[@Storyideas81]

This must have been filmed several months ago. Didn't Alec close his shop in here in the States several months ago?

[@timschrier903]

The shop is still there and Ross Peaks still works out of it

[@BraxxJuventa]

Thanks for filming Will. 😁👍🏼

[@mrbill_oh_no]

Woot!

[@garychaiken808]

Great job. Thank you 😊

[@soupmandude]

Well life goes on ;)