Knifemaking: Hand Forging Damascus Knife

[@Dss-bm3rz]

That's one of the most beautiful blades I've ever seen, but will it keal?

[@Ian-oh1nq]

I see you too are a man of culture

[@towelietowel4513]

It will keal

[@guesty3843]

It can keal cuz the point is very sharp

[@cwoods1132]

@Herendill inside joke from TV show "Forged in Fire." The way the person talks, they pronounce "kill" like "keal." As a joke, someone wrote the subscripts to say "keal."

[@adityamall3020]

@@cwoods1132 it means Keeping everyone alive

[@alisharicketts89]

I have always been a knife enthusiast, but Forge in Fire has made me addicted to watching people forge blades. Something so soothing about it.

[@damienirvin95]

Probably one of the best damascus patterns I've ever seen, and to see it done without a power hammer or hot cut tool makes it that much more impressive

[@joeygatdula9322]

superb

[@michaelangelo9079]

This type of forging has been long forgotten in Damascus Syria. It is great that artisans like you are bring it back. Thanks for this video.

[@MrLuong5011]

This is the most beautiful Damascus knife making that I have ever seen.

[@jacstocker7257]

I saw a few Damascus hunting knives in a sporting goods store and they are gorgeous. I thought $180 was pretty high priced but now that I've seen how they are made they are very worth it.

[@danunger3240]

If you saw "Damascus" knives in a sporting goods store, and they were only $180, they were probably garbage. Pakistani crapmascus. Genuine, pattern welded damascus knives would cost a lot more, and are worth it. Those Pakistani "Damascus" knife shaped objects are probably made from recycled Yugo fender steel. Total junk.

[@Triumph2727]

Damascus skinners like this are garbage if they’re $180! Hand made Damascus blades like this should be at least $100/ blade inch!

[@texaswader]

I've been collecting custom knives for years and have a good eye for quality work and buddy you do quality work. You have a great eye for detail. I'm impressed and appreciated the video.

[@70daniel._]

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[@toolpather]

We made knifes in the city of cutlery Dm if anyone needs [phone]

[@manuelt.3376]

You see a lot of knife making videos these days, however this one encompasses great craftmanship, accurate execution, and excellent taste in the selection of materials and final design.

[@bennyblanco1058]

Amazing! What I don't get though: How would someone dislike this video?!! 150 dislikes for what?!! It doesn't make sense to me. This dude just forged a knive so beautiful a lot of people couldn't afford to buy it - he made it with his hands!! And he showed us how he made it without charging us any money! ....

[@jmedi5589]

It’s people who have nothing better to do that give dislikes.

[@lincolnpervertproject1776]

Imagine getting upset that bots dislike a video.

[@Telemere]

Personally seems Very simple really and quite unfortunate...there haters, not appreciators:) People would be wise to remember you can learn from anyone, but this guy, wow!! Impressive Work!!!

[@everafterinkable]

One of the best, if not the very best, Damascus knife I've found on youtube so far. Great workmanship.

[@budda10r]

Don't normally post on here but hats off, that's a cool build and all by hand. Well done...

[@daudblades6872]

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[@daudblades6872]

@Mr_ E54 are u out of your mind.

[@_l4gg981]

@Mr_ E54 lmaooo wtf are u saying

[@elobitogamer6369]

Ñ

[@BerserkeR_031]

Belt sander?

[@GdaySport]

Wow, if I had a knife like that, I'd never use it, I'd just marvel at it!

[@obsideonyx7604]

The wavy pattern only appears once he dips the knife in that oil. Does that mean the pattern is artificial and that's not real Damascus steel??

[@obsideonyx7604]

Did a quick Wikipedia read, is apparently called Acid etching or Chemical milling, it darkens the plain carbon steel more than it does the low alloy nickel steel, producing alternating bands of light and dark on the surface But I also found that in a way, this is fake Damascus steel because the forging process of the real thing is unknown. Apparently Real Damascus Steel has nano-structures we don't know how to make.

[@cashinyourface]

@@obsideonyx7604 Damascus steel most of the time is pattern welded steel made up of 2 different types of high carbon steel. From what I know there are spots on earth where the alloy naturally occurred (still had to be dipped in acid to see the alternating metals). This type of Damascus when done correctly can be better structurally because it’s just the 2 strong types of steel with almost no impurities.

[@JR-ARIZONA623]

Awesome piece! Hand hammered, stick welded, filed, blood, sweat, and tears beats these hydraulic shop forged videos anyday!! Respect!

[@Patrick2345454]

It's cool, but I wouldn't turn down anything that could expand my own capabilities as a maker.

[@alocin110]

What you did is one thing but most striking thing is the clean machines you have. They looked like there were just had a "Sand Blast", plus you hand is so clean, soft, and don't look like one o those of iron smith.....love your video. Excellent presentation.

[@Highway_Chronicles]

Amazing job. I have been thinking about learning how to blacksmith and this really makes me want to learn. Glad to see there are still true craftsmen that do it the old school way instead of using power tools.

[@tristanvanderhoek6993]

The first lesson of blacksmith. Use some damn power tools.

[@jonathancanavan9146]

Wow, what an amazing looking knife. I've watched lots of these videos down through the years and I can't remember seeing a nicer knife. Amazing workmanship.

[@jonnithesilverbackdragon8311]

I’d love to learn how to make beautiful knives like this one. What a talented guy.

[@ahmadsyech4738]

What a very2 expert and talenty guys ...soo exciting handmade i ve seen....you're the one the best handmade of knifes

[@rodrigocausarano969]

I'd pay serious cash for that work of art you've created

[@westonknight7474]

That is a stunningly beautiful knife. Your knife forging skills are absolutely on point (pun intended)....I love your work sir. Really beautiful job here, thank you for sharing your phenomenal skill with us.

[@immatt7921]

I've watched this 5 times now and all I have to say is... what a beautiful knife

[@immatt7921]

I want to forge but I cant afford an anvil or any blacksmith tools. I'm also 15 and I know nothing about forging.

[@TheRagingGiants]

@@immatt7921 You said it 2 times you are just trying to get free blacksmithing tools you are trying to make him pity you and give you stuff from his own hard worked money pathetic just pathetic.

[@nikosyrjala8584]

I dont have any stuff either but i found local place where u can Black Smith for free so i went there, Making my first knife still. Mayby ull have some place too, or then u should watch some wideos from KZbin from how to start from scratch

[@immatt7921]

@@TheRagingGiants No it's just that one of my comments wasn't loading for me.

[@frederichackel5855]

12:39 put the knife in freshly brewed coffee to give the knife more energy... damage +18

[@recon9223]

Godly comment

[@80RedRock]

Lol

[@PartyshakerPvP]

Yotube at 3am: You want to watch a guy making a Dasmascus Knife? Me: Sure who needs sleep.

[@benjaminnormandeau6185]

me right now

[@JoeMama-ss5sy]

@@benjaminnormandeau6185 Same for me at 2 in the morning

[@SoyalicSinan]

Unfortunately me too. I hate youtube's algorithm and I personally do not like knifes. My anxiety blow ups when I see all those industry machines and bare hands near them.

[@JoeMama-ss5sy]

@@SoyalicSinan then don't click on the video if you get anxiety from watching it

[@SoyalicSinan]

@@JoeMama-ss5sy The art pulls me in, I cannot resist.

[@davidk2158]

Dang, that's a quality build on a budget shop. Nice craftsmanship and videography.

[@Beverly_Dingus]

I don't know anything about knives or knife-making, and I don't know how I ended up here, but this is awesome. I had no idea how dense these blades were. Very cool video!

[@kewacurdo856]

there are no words to describe how much i enjoyed this video ...... well done sir. well done

[@terminalpsychosis8022]

That pattern turned out gorgeous. Very nice work. Really like the style too. Looks very comfy in the hand and useful, as well as pretty.

[@smoreno106]

Finally someone who do the correct heat treatments! Awesome knife

[@declancargill9054]

Best ladder pattern I've ever seen looks stunning

[@justinkoehn1343]

This is my favorite video on the tube. That’s a beautiful piece.

[@MikeUman]

There's a knife to be proud of. Beautifully executed, sir! 👍

[@AVmake]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@scylam1]

AVmake This is a very sexy knife. I know it’s rude to ask if you could sell? Forgive me Sir. I couldn’t help to ask.

[@himanshumishra5064]

@@AVmake is this for sale?

[@g.s.3389]

what a piece of art. More than an artisan you are an artist. Compliments.

[@nw2683]

anyone who handforges damascus steel deserves a like and respect just for effort alone. Also great video, and the knife is absolutely amazing

[@ArnoId-Schwarzenegger]

So, what is Damascus steel is? I read that the damascus swords have nanowires and carbon nanotubes in a blade forged from Damascus steel. But i never seen people who claims making damascus knife or other things have that nano things in their swords.

[@jameshogan9529]

Thats just fabulous artistry and craftsmanship combined

[@davidwright4361]

Its a lot of work but well worth it when you are finished. Beautiful knife, brother.

[@matthewmarting3623]

And this boys and girls, is how you make excellent quality Damascus knifes by hand. Aside from the anvil, grinder and drill press I didn’t see a single tool that costs more than $80. Skill goes a long way.

[@Freizeitflugsphaere]

Great to see other crazy dudes like doing it only with the bare hands. I know, this costs lots of hard work. Love it!

[@AVmake]

Thats only option for me haha

[@Freizeitflugsphaere]

@@AVmake for me also... Did a very similiar knive also without a power hammer on my chanel... Just incredible amount of love and work, which goes into making these knives by hand😃👍🏼

[@fredgarvin4482]

how did old timey blacksmiths forge weld without a welding machine?

[@Freizeitflugsphaere]

@@fredgarvin4482 wrapping those pieces of steel with wire to keep them together. Works quite okay.👍🏼

[@harbinger28]

those number of folds....damn that's a lot of hours making one knife, super impressed

[@sayadawujotika4549]

A thing of beauty is a joy forever. You are a perfectionist. A great artist too.

[@brianfalls5038]

Now that's what I call one beautiful knife there!!! Well done sir. Well done!!

[@jeremiahaticf]

I love it!! I would love to see a minor testing if the blades at the end of the video, just to kinda be a cool pay off to watching the hard work out into the knife. Beautiful blade!

[@tim49013]

Probably the most Beautiful knife I have ever seen on KZbin

[@pablozeballo9365]

Q obra de arte amigo!! La verdad me quede enamorado de ese cuchillo, lo que daría por tener uno igual!! Un abrazo desde Argentina..

[@scoutgirl7739]

True mastery. Skill, patience and performance. Bravo to you.

[@juanavena6117]

I love that he didn’t turn the knife to a rat tail tang instead he made the tang circular and threaded it and we need more people like him

[@CP4884]

Really cool knife. Well done. Good video. Simple and straight to the point without excessive, unnecessary narration. Great job on the craftsmanship.

[@joreyherrscher4814]

That’s among my all time favorite blades. Beautifully done!!!

[@kujubka]

Це один з найкращих ножів, що я бачив, якщо не найкращий. Браво.

[@mpm32rocks]

Not a power hammer or press in sight. Gives me hope for my project, I don't have them either.

[@cha5]

Mark Mel You can’t make a knife without Big Blue. 😉 Jk

[@leeboy29680-ol7gf]

i dont even have a vertical sander on pull down drill. its still surprising what you can do.

[@Edgunsuk]

Dont build up to much hope he cant even get the dam name correct its pattern welded steel NOT Damascus.

[@dt2419]

Edgunsuk it may not be true Damascus but that is the common name for pattern welded steel for some stupid reason

[@Edgunsuk]

@@dt2419 I have been correcting people on this note since i qualified as a blacksmith , at least a decade now , my struggle is real lol blacksmith lives matter !

[@nitorlaser1684]

I have a new fascination with this. That was art and beauty out of steal.

[@kaitlynb8321]

omg that knife is so beautiful I love it... I'm a female obviously and I'd love to get into this craft.

[@fordboss9275]

That is really one beautiful, beautiful looking knife, I’ve always loved the look of Damascus!

[@samuelr331]

I honestly thought the thumbnail was clickbait when I pressed on this video, I’m happy and shocked to see I was wrong! You sir are truly a master of your craft.

[@optiTHOMAS]

This is one of the most beautiful creations I've seen! What a phenomenal work of art! I love Damascus and wood too, so both combined are just so glorious! fantastic work! :')

[@bornhunter9751]

Is it the layering of metal that gives the lovely patterns on this sweet deadly knife?

[@zforbes839]

it’s how the metal is forge welded, so in a way, almost, yes

[@michaelcarter3149]

Yes it is. It is from the different grades of metal, folding and forge welding them. The more you cut and fold the pattern will get more and more detailed. You can also make tons of different patterns depending on how you stack and fold them. You can also draw it out into a bar then twist it to make patterns. Then they etch it in acid to reveal the patterns. That's the reason why Damascus is so superior/strong also expensive.

[@zforbes839]

Michael Carter thank you

[@peterjmcgee4680]

He did a beautiful piece of work on that knife very nice workmanship be very proud of that knife

[@gordonshumway6876]

Nothing but respect for your craftmansship! and a verry cool pattern

[@newcreator6490]

How much cost is it

[@roycehenderson862]

It's a pretty knife but it's not a true wootz Damascus steel

[@mauriciogarcia695]

There's a knife to be proud of. Beautifully executed.

[@toolpather]

We made knifes in the city of cutlery Dm if anyone needs [phone]

[@texas_stone_lets_go_brandon]

I've watched other Damascus blade videos, but this one really captured a magical quality in the blade you made. I love how you made 3 separate pieces that were all Damascus, but they flowed together beautifully!!!! Do you ever sell blades like this one???

[@LayaBro]

What is this white color powder name

[@t.a.6454]

Definitely worth the 15 minutes watching this. Amazing job!

[@DaRealdioactiveMan]

It's a shame how much material is left after the process. I could cry about it every time I'm doing it by myself. I got myself a cheap 30t shop press. It's a big help and very affordable. Nice work work pal. Real craftsmanship 💪 Greets from Germany Dennis

[@weeliano]

This is a work of art and exceptional craftmanship! Very beautiful final result!

[@AVmake]

Thank you very much!

[@videosvarios7272]

Que bonito trabajo una obra de arte. Gracias maestro por tu video. Me encantó tu cuchillo es precioso y bien hecho alta calidad

[@jameswilliams8582]

That turned out beautifully. I am looking at getting into Bladesmithing, and working to get a firebrick propane forge built

[@smokyblackjacket7215]

AVMake that takes a true master to make a blade that strong and beautiful that is a true peice of art and i have never said to to any other smith on youtube you have true skill i hope you keep making videos AvMake.

[@stevenjones6725]

One of the most beautifully hand made perfect knife I've seen. Great job brother. Keep it up.

[@toolpather]

We made knifes in the city of cutlery Dm if anyone needs [phone]

[@theblademaker7072]

What is that white powder that you put on the metal and what does it do to your blade?

[@chaseclopton383]

Simply gorgeous, I’m interested in forging blades and this was very helpful, enjoyed watching the entire process.

[@polgaming8107]

Is there a reason you grind the bevels vs forge them in? Beautiful knife

[@Allan-mf1he]

Wow yea nailed that keep your eyes busy. When you do something that satisfying adds magic to it. One desirable item you have there.

[@SSGSativa]

That pattern is so vivid with great contrast! Beautiful!!

[@sebf1190]

Hello, it's a very beautiful work, great!! Wich kind of wood (or other material) do you use for handle? Thanx for answer. And thanx for this nice video!

[@Hayoken]

Wow. just wow. I'm literally in awe at the end result

[@mattz2900]

Watching this video is like therapy after a long day.

[@Charlielizard]

What a beautiful build! Would be well suited to place on a wall behind a fantastic glass case. Thank you for posting this video.

[@v811gfg]

Beautiful, how many hours?

[@eslamaction800]

Excellent work and very sophisticated, but I have a question what is the name of the material that I used in the minute 2:12 of the video and what is it useful (White powder)

[@ronalbertson9995]

Absolutely a beautiful artwork. Masterful!!!!

[@artriumaph7422]

The most beautiful knife I've ever seen

[@ronnieb5468]

I've seen a lot of different how 2 knife videos. Some good and some crap , urs is great ,a step above my friend ,I really love it ,the craftsmanship, material choice style and over all look =Greatness

[@SilentDeezy]

What did you dip it in to bring out the grain structure??? Impressive

[@AVmake]

Thanks man! I use ferric chloride

[@turdthethird8294]

The perfect result. That is a beauty!

[@sunnyb5755]

Eines der besten videos die ich gesehen habe, alles mit der hand gemacht und das resultat ist einzigartig

[@RibeyeReaper]

Gorgeous knife! Love how you captured a glimpse of practically every step in process from start to finish

[@alfianodamanik]

No wonder these are pricey, the amount of work and attention needed was immense

[@Gavin55324]

I’ve never made a Damascus, but I’ve been learning from these types of vids and I’ve probably watched this video about 6 different times and it still amazes me, keep up the good work!

[@vonHannersdorf]

One of the most beautiful knife I've ever seen! Very well done, sir. ❤️❤️

[@Kenzothebully]

One of the best Damascus knifes I’ve seen on you tube great work buddy 👏🙌

[@2pointSummer]

but is not damascus knife sadly.

[@simonh5110]

Great job! I have a question, what is the purpose of grinding slots in the billet? To make it easier to draw out?

[@jjgypsy3157]

For ladder pattern damascus

[@Take_And_Make]

This is simply awesome, dude! That coffee etch looks amazing on that knife in tandem with that sexy bolster! You really raised your level of knifemaking!

[@AVmake]

Thanks man, I appreciate it!

[@FoxBonly]

That is so beautifully and masterfully made. Just absolutely unbelievable. Kudos.

[@HersheyDuo]

That’s one beautiful knife. Amazing skills you have.

[@firstloadmafiafreefly9973]

Amazing, well made piece of art. I have a question. How does the edge hold up having two different steels along its length?

[@excaliburknives3572]

It’s stronger the more times you fold it. He only folded it 2 or 3 times. The issue is that the more you fold it the stronger it becomes, but the pattern is less intense. If both are high carbon steels though it should be fine.

[@firstloadmafiafreefly9973]

@@excaliburknives3572 thanks for the answer. It really is a beautiful blade

[@georgecuyler7563]

Beautiful piece, I love the handle. Do you use a screen when you shoot your welding? I'm seeing spots from the welding shots. Never got that from watching welding shots before.

[@bobdefalco]

That work is amazing! You mastered the Riddle of Steel!!

[@mastercaimkt2155]

i'm impressed with your strong dedication results an absolutely outstanding finest art project. well done sir .

[@sallysassa]

Absolutely stunning demonstration. Thank you.

[@Trinigmatic]

All the parts in between I was missing watching forged in fire. Watching the whole process somehow gives me peace.

[@holdenb341]

Did the pattern turn out good because of the blue stuff you painted on it?