Knife Making For Beginners - The Old One - How to Make A Knife That Looks Old

Knife Making - The Old One, how to make a knife that looks old.
Making a knife that looks old. Its more involved then you might think😉
This is beginner knife making on a budget. Most of my knife making tools anybody has access to. I don't have fancy knife grinders or anything like that. Thank you for watching!
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About⬇️
Hi, Im Alex, im a knife maker and KZbinr, based out of southern Pennsylvania and my youtube channel is Outdoors55. This channel started as an outdoor backpacking channel, but quickly grew into a knife/ knife making channel. Everything I do on my channel is family friendly. I primarily focus on knife / knife making videos but occasionally throw in something different. Thank you for watching!😀
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[@sportytone1]

I'd keep the belt grinder & repair it. Once fixed, sell it to someone just starting out. Recycling & paying it forward all in one fell swoop..

[@marcaerts5166]

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[@grkuntzmd]

I use small rare-earth magnets to hold the pattern on the steel before tracing with a Sharpie. You might give it a try.

[@shlonk]

big brain moves

[@Nitro-er8ul]

Bad news Bears

[@ironfae]

I’m glad you actually tested the blade. Too many smiths just show the making to finished process without proving performance. Well done.

[@jackhathman9057]

Nice, good info, understandably presented. Been making knives for going on three decades, and when i started there was a major lack of intro info for beginners. Good to see a patient, well paced video to walk people through

[@OUTDOORS55]

Yes i know. Been wanting to get into knife making since i was a kid. but it wasn't until recently there was enough information to help me feel comfortable. Even now theres not a lot for absolute beginners like me. Thanks for the comment my friend 🙂

[@sloanIrrigation]

This is my favorite knife you've made. Looking forward to more like this. Thanks so much!

[@johnsmithfakename8422]

I have a strong appreciation for high saber grind on knives, this is a beautiful knife.

[@SupermanBB]

Great content love your channel, ive just begun knifemaking and I attribute it largely to finding your videos which made me realize you can make great knives with minimal equipment. So thank you

[@FeArhsma21]

That was an awesome build, Good job. I enjoyed watching it! Thank you and God Bless...

[@trwhitford65]

I am a 73 year old USMC, RVN Veteran and I want to start making knives. I subbed to you a few weeks ago and really enjoy how you succinctly describe the process and let me know when you make a mistake ~!~ I am gathering my equipment and tools and plan on making a DIY 2X72 belt sander. I don't plan on selling knives, I just want to make them for the fun of it. Thanks so much for your willingness to share your expertise.

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thank you for your service my friend!🙏 good luck with the grinder build. They are definitely worth it! Thanks for taking the time to watch my videos and for the sub. It's always appreciated!

[@jonathantaylor9664]

G-flex is the best epoxy I've ever used. I have tons of experience with fiberglass repair among other various repairs and it is the toughest epoxy on the market in my opinion. You could glue a tractor to a ceiling with that stuff. Expensive but worth it.

[@BBQ1953]

I’ve been watching DIY knife making videos for a couple of years now. Slow to take the plunge because of the cost and having limited space to dedicate to the work. But your videos have cinched it for me. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@12roosterde]

Fantastic knife and a great look!!!!!!!!!!

[@sirmaximus100]

I’m really impressed with you explaining what you do and why you do it. I’m starting to get into knife making myself and getting a lot of good content and ideas from you. Thank you for keeping your projects simplified in instructions and good luck on future endeavors. P. S. I really enjoy your channel!

[@JTown-tv1ix]

Awesome job! I really like the old worn beat up, marked up look of the blade!

[@djwheels66]

Drinking game- drink every time he says “belt”

[@nelsondiaz4344]

...hiccup...

[@beardedwoodsman9294]

Nelson Diaz burp

[@emeraldjohnson5662]

if you do the math in all videos together he either says knife or belt the most.

[@danielmccullough2065]

well than we would be off our ass every time we went on KZbin

[@spacekadebt1641]

Congrats. We all have alcohol poisoning

[@larryreese6146]

I really liked the new knife that was meant to look old. Good useful knife. I always liked drop points for gutting and skinning and its hefty enough for a lot of uses. Might I suggest bois d'arc, desert iron wood, or mesquite for handle scales. They're hard enough to take a polish. Also, J.B. weld for glue. It will bond anything, will stand extreme heat and isn't bothered much by moisture.

[@x1x4x1]

thanke you for makeing them. its allways a pleasure to see or re see , soft human flesh, molding hard iron

[@burgknife758]

Great video thank you I spent the day grinding out my first knife build out of a file . Thanks for the inspiration.

[@kimrivet6044]

I really like your style, your very helpful, thank you, awesome job.

[@johnjohnson2357]

thanks for the vid awesome advice . love the look gonna try this in my shop

[@frozl1700]

Absolutely love the design of this knife, good job Alex 👍

[@coriegomez4122]

Nice work, I usually eyeball things also.ive only made 1 knife so far I'm still working on getting my hands on a belt grinder and a few other things. But I will be making knives soon. Thanks

[@Brendel_knives]

So gorgeous, I would purchase one Iike this in a heart beat,

[@nelsondiaz4344]

Thank you for your instruction and videos. I very much appreciate them.

[@kennethrosbury2819]

The burnt handle fits the Finish perfectly nice nice great job

[@michaelnash8234]

Like your style of presenting because you explain things as well and describe the materials you use! Well done

[@cassanoa]

its an excelent and simple blade design - it would have looked great even without the burning of the handle

[@johnsamol1997]

Very nice knife excellent craftsmanship! Your right the more you do certain step's the better you get!

[@jayshackelford9724]

So I’ve made a few now with the forge you show how to make doing it using your tips. Just want to say thank you.

[@Mr_Wicked]

absolutely beautiful work you have made there!! Love that knife!

[@scottdean7613]

Finished my knife and have been trying to figure out how to finish the handle. Out comes the torch! Thanks

[@paulweller5426]

Nice job Alex, my grandson and I are about to start making knives so this helps

[@MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors]

Great looking knife. You did a great job explaining the steps

[@haydenkennedy3306]

Love your videos dude, will definitely have to give this one a shot! Keep up the great work!

[@beastlyironworks8296]

Cool man!! All that feather sticking and batoning and you still have your scales in place!!! Good job bro.

[@MonkeyTron69]

I really enjoy the commentary and basic hand tools are really relatable, please keep up the Fantastic work. 👏💎👍

[@rstephe]

Nicely done. Thanks for sharing.

[@e.t.preppin7084]

Nice job. That’s exactly the type of knife I enjoy making. The only thing I didn’t care for was the look of the flat grind being eaten out by the vinegar. The shape of the knife and the scales were awesome!!! I’ll be watching this video several more times. Thanks

[@LurchLures]

Watching this makes the prices of knives seem much more reasonable. Thanks.

[@garethbaus5471]

This reminds me of the time my grandmother purchased a shelf thinking it was an antique, and the makers facebook information was on a sticker on the bottom. it is interesting how some people (myself included) often try to make objects look older than they are.

[@robertl6440]

exact perfect knife design exactly what im looking for i wish there was a place to buy that design knife.

[@itchyjohnson3328]

Thanks for the education, now I'm going to make my 3rd knife. I really learned a lot.

[@henryk405]

Same

[@kensmapleleafretirement]

Thanks for the inspiration. That is a beautiful knife. I appreciate you taking the time to show it to us...

[@brianmiller5146]

Badass talent. Building a forge as we "speak" myself. Always wanted to do this, now it is time to shine baby. Watched a few of your videos and I like what you do man. Awesome work

[@johnsamol1997]

Very beautiful knife I like the way it turned out ! Excellent work!

[@alrdyreg]

Awesome videos. Have watched quite a few! I like the way you explain your methods and you’ve really sparked an interest in knife making.

[@marksummerfield357]

It's fun to watch you increase your knowledge and branch out to more complicated areas, can't wait to see your video on getting a hamon on your blade. Great job

[@OUTDOORS55]

Hopefully ill be upgrading my tools here soon and can start doing more involved/ larger projects. Finding the time to do videos as of late is tough though. I may miss a couple uploads this summer but when I get back into making videos there will definitely be a lot of new stuff in the works😀 Thanks for watching and the comment!

[@fn45tacticalsuppressed11]

Great work, vary impressive. I like the orange G10 and light wood color. I don’t think the burn aged affect is good. But maybe another aging technique could work. Like a random pitting texture to the handle. Hit it with a small chain or something. Or a stippling pattern to the handle. Thanks for the information and inspiration.

[@Savirezz]

Another great video. Keep it up man! Could you review some cheaper EDC knives on Amazon for your future videos? I was thinking something around $30 or below? Thanks, keep it going.

[@brr8888]

Such a nice knife, I love it!

[@anthonyglassey3200]

That knife looks amazing, great job! I was wondering what equipment you use to make all of your knives, so that I could make a couple myself. Also where you get all of your metal and other items used in the making of your knives. Once again, awesome knife and video.

[@artvandalay6161]

Hi Alex. I watch as many of your videos as time permits and always come away with the same thought: you make me sick.... not in a bad way, just that everything you teach/demonstrate adds something to my list of things I’d like to do. Sadly I lack the time and probably your level of skill that’s obvious on you vids. Oh well, I guess I’ll have to wait until I retire - or quit my job to do enjoyable projects! Keep up the excellent work & record as much as possible. The things you teach are outstanding!!

[@OUTDOORS55]

Haha. I know what you mean. I watch a lot of other channels and think the same about their projects as well. Thanks for the comment and thanks for taking thee time to watch. Its always appreciated!

[@gregchewie3059]

HOLY-SHIT!!! 😍 I'm in love with that knife!!! 😍 Beautiful!!

[@alejandroferreira5605]

Está muy bueno!

[@tittyblast1978]

Came out great . You are a talented man

[@richardcagle5475]

I used to have an "Old Hickory" knife that had those lateral lines in the steel. Just assumed it was an idiot trying to sharpen, but it looked exactly like it did on the knife in this video. I miss that knife

[@stevemattox6694]

Great video. Love this knife. Thanks for sharing

[@bushcraftoregon]

great looking knife; thanks for showing your build

[@scottwilson5840]

GREAT VIDEO !!! Glad I found you.

[@eaglefree50]

Saw your video for the first time and absolutely love it! I am inspired and want to get started. You are the man. Great instincts. Looking forward to seeing the rest of your videos. Have subscribed. Keep on rockin' friend! 🔪 🦅

[@fernandojimenez2922]

Buen trabajo me gusta mucho tu cuchillo muy buen bisel de filo te felicito desde España

[@stanleythurber4809]

Love your videos!! I wish you posted several times a week because I could also use your impute

[@demotester3095]

Nice form and perfect lenght. I like it!

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks my friend!

[@jeffbavouset2202]

Looks awesome, I’d be proud to own that.

[@perkman2009]

another beautiful knife. love your work brother.

[@fabiandaroca]

That was one cool instructional video. Great job!!!!

[@MidTnOutdoors]

WOW dang good looking knife. thanks for sharing.

[@ethanbarton3418]

I’ve been watching for a while and have tried my hand in building a knife myself. My question is about the bevel, I noticed you clamped your blade to a piece of angle. I wasn’t able to see if you have the blade at a pitch to make the point or not. Thanks for the help and step by step instructions.

[@johnthacker5171]

Like the quench lines on your blade nice build

[@projectnext5020]

it's crazy what the vinegar did to that blade and I really like your epoxy mixing plate..three strips of duct tape. I usually use aluminum foil but I think I like your ability to make use out the things around you..lots of fun to watch.

[@thesaltycracker7102]

I want to give this a try.

[@gregfisk1327]

Nice tutorial, thank you for sharing your knowledge. Just a note on the bearings going out on your sander. You can repair the bearings by taking the sander apart and measuring the bearings with those calipers of yours. Then go online and buy new ones to replace. It will run like new again, nice and smooth and much more quiet. Really enjoyed your videos, how about making a chef knife some time. That is something I'm very interested in myself. I haven't made a knife yet but I did just finish making a 2"xx72" grinder and it works great. You may want to make one yourself one day. They really grind down metal fast with a 36 grit belt. Take Care and thanks again!

[@johnnymartinez6235]

Good knife for tools used don't stop

[@jackcolton1069]

Awesome video. Beginning to end. Good job!

[@TheLordArion]

Lots of good tips in this that I haven't heard in other videos. Thanks for that! Great video

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks my friend 👊

[@dragan3290]

You really are excellent at this! Beautiful work and very well explained! 👍👍👍

[@e.t.preppin7084]

It sure feels like that was longer than 4 years ago!!! Anyways I love watching these older videos to note the progress. Well the algorithms actually suggested this one. Maybe AI wants me to pick back up knife making. I can just now get back to my belt grinder. It’s been buried with crap in my shop

[@Brothersjguitarrepair]

I like all you vids. Very helpfully. In fact I just bought the turn box sharpener. Works Awsome. Thanks for your tutorials. Keep it up.

[@drmarine1771]

Great effort. I'm in the process of making one. if it turns our half as good i'll be happy.

[@stevegoodnight6024]

That was a pretty cool knife you build right there. Thinking about getting into it myself. Thanks for the video

[@mattbrennan8088]

you made it seem so easy in this video!

[@craigljardine]

Looks good Alex. I was surprised how much heat hickory holds when I hardened my hammer handle.

[@dopeymark]

Good job. similar to a knife I made 20 plus years ago.

[@dagooos]

Beautiful

[@erwinbenally8027]

Beautiful work

[@interestingfamilyorigin3574]

That's a really nice knife you have great craftmanship i like that you talk though in detail of everything in your videos I've just subscribed to your KZbin channel keep up the good work. I'd like to make a Viking style knife and axe I've always been into old weaponry etc I've also always been an outdoorsy person from a very early age no matter what the weather i was always out in the woodlands as a child building camps done a lot hunting, cooking outdoors. Although my family home was a nice sized house i still proferard being out in the great outdoors

[@jeremysergent5479]

I love it

[@timsterrett2417]

That's the knife for the outdoorman.I like it.

[@DIYGene]

Very cool.

[@jonkwilloughby]

Thanks! That was great!!

[@HomeImProveMentHow]

Good job and well done. Thank you for sharing! 💥🇺🇸💥 I'm fairly new to your community look forward to hearing from you God bless... Ken

[@OUTDOORS55]

Thanks for stopping by, I really appreciate it! Thanks my friend 😀

[@HomeImProveMentHow]

OUTDOORS55 thank you look forward to getting to know your channel and you I have a how to channel presently I'm working on a shower redo looking forward to hearing from you God bless... Ken

[@ericshimer6669]

You can make knives out of old lawn mower blades. I knew of a man who made knives for New PBR riders. He used old lawn mower blades. Not sure how many PBR riders he did it for but every time they stopped in town he made sure they each got one of his handmade knives. Very well built too. Was gonna go learn the trade at his shop but he passed away before i got a chance.

[@nikolajc7617]

Looks awesome.

[@dominicdwk]

Really well.done.

[@Charlie-nq2vn]

Excellent work.

[@georgebone23]

You make nice stuff..thanks for the videos

[@discflight]

Dude! Really cool vid, thanks for it 👍 my son and I are just starting out and finished our first which brought many more questions! 😏 good fun...

[@OUTDOORS55]

Its sure is! Im usually left with more questions than answers at the end of a project as well so I can definitely relate 😉

[@planecrazyish]

Great job!

[@aflatminor]

Brilliant tutorial- Fabulous knife!!, Thanks 👍😎😎

[@arlisaustin620]

Badass knife....wow....nice