Artisan knife making - bushcraft knife from start to finish in one day

Knife making is an impressive craft to watch and I was lucky enough to spend a day with knife maker Mic Taylor and learn how he makes handmade bushcraft knives!
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[@just_alex]

I re-uploaded the knife making section of my last video. So if you're wondering, yes this is a re-upload!

[@matthewbarrett9054]

De-ja-vu🙃

[@imraduin]

Thanks, I thought I was tripping for a bit

[@rupertfirminger-mathieu487]

Don't worry, Carls just re uploaded his koi pond video. Do what you want you don't actually owe us anything.

[@aarondavies8486]

Alex get in touch with Alex steele KZbin he will show you true knife making and awesome outdoors

[@deepcrows]

One thing i’ve learned is that i’ll happily watch anyone create anything as long as they’re excited and invested in doing it

[@marcushutchings9433]

Mics military experience shows through in his ability to clearly and effectively portray information in such a concise and understandable way with no urmmm’s, simply a pleasure to watch a great video!

[@alexsimcox9678]

I would have really enjoyed this video but after reading this comment now that you have stated he didn't "urmm" whilst explaining the process i'm now 3 minutes in and heard "urmm" atleast 5 times

[@ItsBigJC]

@@alexsimcox9678 I can’t believe you went through the effort to edit a whiny post. He was really good in his explanation and I could tell it was from his military experience because I am a Sgt in the army. It’s good to see an ex soldier happy doing something he enjoys. He is clearly talented and good at it

[@alexsimcox9678]

Yeah I edited an auto corrected word and what? I didn't knock his ability to explain or his process, I simply would have enjoyed the video more if the top comment didn't mention how he didn't say "urmm" which then made me notice how many times he actually did say it, other then that I fully enjoyed the video and the way he explained everything to alex was top notch he's clearly passionate about what he does and its a pleasure to see

[@thfjacksandison2658]

@@alexsimcox9678 no joke exactly the same happened to me saw that comment and couldn’t focus cause I was waiting for a ummmmm

[@danram69]

this man is what made england a great place with skills like this , we need more people with this mans attention to details and pride , loved watching your skills mick brilliant

[@auzzieaustin4946]

Mic articulates the knife making process amazingly well, explains everything so well and in simple detail. Great overview video mate 👍🏼

[@vinnies7186]

Totally agree what a craftsman

[@stoff4963]

Much respect to Mick super nice way he conducted the whole day and process, he deserves to go from strength to strength 👍🏻🇬🇧

[@beatsandpieces1937]

I loved this video. Nothing beats ANYTHING handmade. Credit to you both

[@jaa7286]

Knifes look about as clean cut as Mic’s wealth of knowledge and teaching ability. Really enjoy learning about cutlery, thanks Moc, Thank you Alex

[@davidsharp3522]

As a full time knifemaker I’m critical of most YT knife content…really enjoyed this video.

[@Tiger4ever89]

why this guy doesn't have a youtube channel???? amazing skill! thank you Alex

[@hazzie2005]

I love that Mic immediately answers the questions I have after something he has said. Great video! 👍

[@guttersnipe3246]

Very interesting watching a proper craftsmen at work and a stunning result at the end.

[@ildarmingazov2304]

Howdy! The knife maker man speak english so clear. I grip this video to study some terms in knife building :) Thanks a bunch Tararabit

[@tonydonny7886]

The knife making was incredible, the man is so talented and yet so down to earth. 👍🏼

[@aarondavies8486]

It's well easy to do he buys his steel pre made me can't even make Damascus steel he buys it pre made not hard

[@tomhyde5658]

@@aarondavies8486 here he is again 😂 waw

[@aarondavies8486]

@@tomhyde5658 because I can make knifes from scratch I can do 3 different types of Damascus steel and am no pro or master at it this guy just takes the piss my most expensive knife is 250 this mig wants 440 for some knife that are made from proper cheap steel and I obviously know more than any of the mug

[@LauraTryUK]

I have one of Mic’s knives. He made me a custom one for small hands. It was _wonderful_ to see his process. Thank you for making this video. I really enjoy your channel.

[@jordiboi7177]

That's a man who takes pride in his work

[@billytoffee66]

I was fortunate enough to have worked with Mic a few years ago so no surprise to see what an amazing job he does here!

[@cliveportelli2985]

What a amazing talent Mick has making knifes great watch again Alex

[@nemanjaTango]

All of us who recognized Trollsky shoutout!

[@peterdnreynolds777]

Wow, that is amazing, so meticulous and great attention to detail. Amazing craftsmanship

[@katerachel-boslem3153]

Absolutely Fascinating Video....what this Knife Maker doesn't know one could write on a Stamp...a true Master Craftsman...he would make a great Teacher too as he explains each process so clearly as well as being so encouraging too...I'm a Teacher💙

[@aarondavies8486]

Hahahaha he ain't no master do you know what a really master of a trade can do he buys his own Damascus steel he can't even make it he buys it all pre made I did this in secondary school not worth 440 pounds

[@tomhyde5658]

@@aarondavies8486 christ. Has he upset you? 😂😂😂😂😂 give it a rest

[@aarondavies8486]

@@tomhyde5658 yeah some people are just so deluded no wounder this world is like it is

[@aarondavies8486]

@@tomhyde5658 hahaha go watch forged in fire on discovery real knife making no stuff I was doing 25 years ago I could get a old file cut it out to a knife and still be better than what he made as its high carbon steel you want to hold a edge on the knife the best low carbon steel will need sharpening all the time like I said he ain't no master of his trade are you like most these days think you should bend to someone's else imagination 😉

[@markbennett9043]

Wasn't this on yesterday?

[@gregp716]

What a great video. You’ve captured a great story there and Mic was a fascinating guy. Thanks for the video. Enjoyed it thoroughly

[@Mikeyboofboof]

What an absolute joy to watch. A wonderful craftsman and articulate and intelligent too. That knife is stunning-well done Alex, you’ve taken your channel to new heights with this video. More please🙂

[@absoluteair2024]

This video was simply brilliant. Well Done Alex and Well Done Mic

[@rickyjessome4359]

I've got no complaints! I'll watch this video again. It was fantastic the time around. Cheers

[@osidda1]

Another amazing Video and very well edited. I will defo be looking at Micks Website for a Knife :)

[@1Life_Dee]

What a great story and a lovely bloke and some real skills in the blade game.

[@lelandpeck4585]

that was extremely interesting, Alex. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@stevepettifer4896]

What a top guy Mic is. True craftsman, wish I had enough spare cash around as I'd love on of those! One day, one day...

[@paulgodden2343]

Very informative video, great to see a craftsman at work.

[@fraserbottle1427]

Great video, such an interesting process and Mic explained everything in such an interesting and easy way. Keep up the great work Alex.

[@matthewharty6531]

Great teacher, excellent craftsman. Top video Alex, sorry I missed your livestream

[@neilstokescvwshrewsbury7939]

Really enjoyed your video yesterday that knife maker was something else !

[@aquaticcolledgefishing]

Great video Alex. Loved the insight to Mics crafts. He's got a talent for sure 👏

[@rhino5419]

Great video and to have seen your own custom knife being made is a dream I as a knife collector would consider something fantastic. All the best.

[@aarondavies8486]

If you was a true knife collector you would know he doesn't really make a knife does he he buys his Damascus steel pre made what he is doing I learnt this in secondary school I bet its cheap Chinese steel to then chargers 440 for a knife pml

[@tomhyde5658]

@@aarondavies8486 you really need to get a life. Really gone out your way to try and knock the man's work. I'll be buying one off him. Chill out and realise its a man trying to make a go of something.. saddo

[@aarondavies8486]

@@tomhyde5658 hahaha you obviously don't know nothing about steel or knifes then do you and I can say what I Fing like when I know more than this bloke does and he rips people off the stuff he was doing I was doing 25 years ago getting old files making them in to knife as they are high carbon steel the stuff he uses will not hold a edge that good and will need sharpening all the time and I bet its all cheap Chinese steel to all pre made

[@jdartistry90]

I just seen your oatly advert ❤️ only advert I truly ever wanted to watch! Super happy you got that well done :) this is an absolutely incredible video too such fantastic craftsmanship! 👏

[@eddiefreewing6731]

Very Nice, very interessting. Mic is a craftsman pur sang.

[@Amps12340]

Great video, Mic such a good teacher. Pleasure to watch.

[@joellenfawcett9404]

Beautiful craftsmanship! Loved the video❤

[@leonardash606]

Fascinating, thanks to you both!

[@ronaldcrabtree5208]

Great video,what a talented man mick is 👍🏻👍🏻

[@michaeldavidson2073]

Class. Things made with care, by craftsmen have a quality and intrinsic value that tat just doesn’t have.

[@StephanGanoff]

So satisfying!

[@henrysollysangma3522]

A very good video and wonderful people. God bless.

[@cheza7061]

Absolutely spot on!!!! 😎🎣🐟

[@phyl692]

Loved it, so interesting, thanks Alex.

[@sifishes]

Superb, what skill! Love a knife

[@dorothykay6350]

Very skilled guy, thanks for sharing Alex🎉

[@fishingforbiteswithmo]

Work of art! 👏👏👏

[@stevejofthewoods6776]

Yo Alex I hope you see this but I was listening to slipknot and you were the advert....made it !!

[@yoyichen4470]

Incredible beautiful!

[@peterdawson6239]

A really great video, informative and entertaining a brilliant combination!

[@trevorcornes1056]

Brilliant Alex. What a knife Too . Nice one

[@spaceman8839]

beautiful, on my to get one list !

[@terminuskalendrus8481]

Thanks Alex, your journey is inspiring me a lot! Greetings from south germany (Allgäu) Maybe one of your next destinations? ;-)

[@BrewsAndMk2s]

Excellent video ma man! 👏

[@karloslowry9043]

The knifes beautiful

[@lizmrjas5352]

that's really great experience and learnings!! woww!!! 😃👍✅

[@chizzlemo3094]

That was so interesting

[@bigadd43]

I found these video of knife making very interesting

[@districtgamingID]

great job dude....

[@philipwalton4877]

@Just Alex . I’d be proud that he went on KZbin one day and found you and your brothers channel and it helped this legend decompress 👍👍 Any chance of you and Carl doing a fishing comp collaboration one last time

[@benmcdonald5987]

That guys very thorough with his explanation through each individual process very interesting how much would it cost to have one made curious

[@peternufc1981]

Very knowledgeable man .. great video awsome knife

[@robertforrest7956]

Awesome Blade Alex!! 👍🏻😁

[@ringonotts]

Such a lovely video Alex! Mic - if you're reading this you need to setup your own youtube channel - you are a natural (i suspect 20 years training helped lol)!!

[@macksir8938]

Dang Alex that was an awesome video you where so helpful I wish I had one of those cool knives I'm jealous 😞

[@chopperbear]

you should try to do a catch clean cook on bass, macrel or sommink like that and then fillit the fish with the knife

[@lloydhillier7981]

Was going to treat my self to 1 of theses went and had a look and they start at £450 😔 ridiculous only for the rich. Really good video Loved it

[@urbanexoticuk]

This well up my street

[@pilkyish]

Great video, and what a fantastic craftsman! I think the East European knife maker he was referring to is called Slavic Telly. I also watch his vids.

[@marialorenavillanueva5342]

I was wondering,,, now i know its re-upload

[@FishingAroundBudleigh]

I have Déjà vu

[@JHN87]

👍🏻

[@hughdrummond6843]

Wow , incredible. Can I be his apprentice? 😀

[@AnthH13792]

is the unique layered metal damascus? 🙂

[@mictaylor9531]

VG10 in this instance although I do make my own Damascus

[@gabrielkahl8898]

Again?

[@Otius]

He probably seen Trollsky ;) Check this knife maker yt channel

[@edwardgeorge2514]

He needs to do a TikTok channel

[@HorsleyLandy88]

" Equilateral Bevel to a cutting edge" What does that mean ?

[@matthewcrofts3815]

First

[@ragnorremix8426]

Very sexy knife from a master craftsman

[@rhino5419]

Hi Alex. Now you need to learn how to sharpen and strop. A tip, NEVER use à pull through sharpener. They remove too much metal and will ruin your knife and shorten it´s life.

[@urbanexoticuk]

If you want to see some amazing uqiune knife for a decent price check out wild edge knives

[@leekellerrfc]

Dude y u keep uploading same video

[@Comrade_Akimov]

Alex when you are coming out? We, the ones in the know can tell you are struggling with your sexuality.

[@aarondavies8486]

All the steel is from aliexpress pays pennies for it then chargers 400 quid for cheap Chinese steel

[@elenpearce-taylor4823]

Mate it says the make or Brand of steel on the sticker on steel… it’s not cheap Chinese

[@HorsleyLandy88]

Nice knife, handle way too fat.

[@aarondavies8486]

Them knives ain't worth 440 quid hahahah what steel is it I can get a d2 steel knife for 40 quid

[@JOHN80]

Then please go get one off the shelf, also if you watched and listened to the video it infoms you of the steel I thank you.

[@aarondavies8486]

@@JOHN80 did it when so what steel is it

[@aarondavies8486]

@@JOHN80 all he says is its carbon steel not what steel it is just calls it steel stock he doesn't even make his own Damascus steel he buys it pre made not really a true knife maker when he can't even make his own Damascus steel bet its all Chinese steel to cheap shit

[@elenpearce-taylor4823]

This is a piece of art that will last a lot longer than your 40 quid knife. You should know buying quality over price is more worth it, I think you would benefit from watching some of his videos and learn.

[@aarondavies8486]

@@elenpearce-taylor4823 hahaha please stop with the stupidity 🤣 I can make a Damascus knife from scratch I don't buy my steel pre made I do all the folds and hammering my self its not a work of art at all you fool you need to learn about metallurgy and grades of steel before you comment again I was making knife this way 25 years ago back in secondary school I could make a better knife for 40 quid but it's my time that cost the most no bodies time is free go watch Alex steele KZbin or watch the TV show where 2 men go head to head to makes knifes and swords its called forged in fire

[@fishwith7097]

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