Make A Knife With Cheap & Basic Amazon Tools | Knife Making

[@RedBeardOps]

The free template for this knife is linked to in the description. If you want access to all RBO templates they're on my Patreon - www.patreon.com/RedBeardOps

[@liamryan7614]

"If you grow a beard you will gain 10% in strength and your awesomeness will also go up" HAHAHA Subscribed!

[@RedBeardOps]

Hell yeah, thanks Liam! Glad you liked it!

[@neverlandxx73]

@@RedBeardOps ditto subbed too :)

[@gopro2804]

Didn’t work for my girlfriend. She’s only 9% stronger. And I don’t like her beard!

[@crashdummy40]

@@RedBeardOps idk if you ever noticed but the more polished blade is it's harder for the patina or cold blueing to set it. But more so a patina issue. I struggled to the point of frustration. Last blade i was doing i was lazy on the polish said screw it. Patina was much more efficient. I roughed up the other blades a tad it made a significant difference in all 5 of my blades i did a patina on.

[@hebelphilippe3311]

one problem, i dont have enough hairs! -10% strength for me.

[@RVsbladesnthangs]

Man, thank you so much for the information that you provide for those of us who need it. I made my first knife by watching your videos and I'm surprised how much I love the finished product. Thank You!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Thanks for your comment! Glad it's helping

[@whiteskullz]

I had this sitting in my recommended for a while, and I was hesitant to watch it, but I'm glad I did. You've earned yourself another subscriber... have a cookie.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, thank you sir! Appreciate that.

[@ScrapMetalTherapy]

I wish I had such a guide when I started making knives a few years ago. Perfect guide, 30 minutes passed by like 30 seconds. And some humour as well :) Great job mate.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, I really appreciate your comment! I'm hoping that maybe it can get some people into the game of knifemaking!

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[@shaynebates912]

I loved your honesty. Yes you can make a knife with cheep tools, yes it will work, yes the feeling of accomplishment is second to none, but to make something truly great it sometimes requires just that step above. That could be time, equipment, skill (from doing/learning) or just a continued love of what your doing and trying to better it and yourself. Either way for me nothing compares to the felling of achievement and the joy I get from making simple knives for my family and friends that I have been able to make from watching people like you. So thank you.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much for your comment Shayne! Much appreciated.

[@sudo_nym]

There are a couple of take-aways here, for me (a knife-making noob, but knife fan of over 40 years) 1) The chainsaw file plunge idea is inspired! How I wished I'd seen THAT idea when I started making this knife! 2) The chainsaw Spanish notch idea afterwards makes a lot of sense, too. Cheers James, for the info and PDF! (I saved it 😉) Keep safe! 🇬🇧🤜⚡️🤛🇺🇸

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah man! Glad you liked this one. That chain saw file has been damn handy for me! lol

[@NRiggiKnives]

Great job as always James. I had a similar experience when I started making knives- but I purchased everything from Harbor Freight. I made a bunch of blades with minimal equipment- then moved to a 1x30- whatever it takes but the important thing is that is can be done.

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome Nick! In reality you could do this whole project with a drill and a file! I started in a similar manor as you did. Thanks for your comment!

[@Maggioretom]

A full users manual on "How to make", well explained and full of useful tricks, not only for beginners! Ty very much for your work!🙏

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad it was helpful! You'll love the video I have dropping tomorrow!

[@Dearoldad]

Thank you from a veteran with 34 years in, getting ready to retire and begging for a hobby.

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah, thank you for your service sir! This is a great hobby man. You won't be disappointed!

[@Aleeknives]

Amen bro! This is a great way to pass the time!

[@richardnineteenfortyone7542]

Hobbies to avoid: telescope mirror making, ham radio, soaring, sailing, oboe playing, stock trading, golf, harmonica, and a few others. The knives I have made were made from rebar, so they are not as robust as the one in this video. For everyday carry, I like a Swiss Army knife... because it has a phillips screwdriver.

[@miso1002]

Vegans and vets have similarities

[@scrappybobbarker5224]

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[@matthewmcnabb7437]

Very informative video. Wish I had a tutorial like this when I started knifemaking. A simple yet in depth look, very through on the points that really matter for beginning knifemakers.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Matthew, I really appreciate your comment! That is exactly what I was going for. Cheers man.

[@JorgeVelazquez09]

My man, you are an absolute genius! I grew up in a machine shop with mills and lathes, you have done the equivalent on a much lower budget. I love it. Great looking knife!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Jorge! Really appreciate your comment! I'm still learning on the milling side... lots to learn. Hope to see you around the comment section to learn me up!

[@JorgeVelazquez09]

@@RedBeardOps Major props for displaying the TEXAS flag, as you can tell from my pro pic, I'm also Texan!

[@shdyximtk5348]

Stuck at home during lockdown, was bored as hell, needed a new edc knife, found this video. Thank you very much!

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brucecapitell7337]

I've watched tons of videos on knife making. Step by step with full explanations, this one was probably the best I've seen for people who don't have all the equipment like a forge and belt grinder. Subscribed!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed this one. I really appreciate your comment!

[@RedBeardOps]

@@meyou-mk3qz Make Everything has a great channel! I haven't "ripped anyone off" though. ? Sorry you feel that way. Hope you have a great week!

[@badmfthompson7820]

@@meyou-mk3qz that channel does not exist

[@adam7.633]

I appreciate that the video without music so we can feel the work you put on this nice job.

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers sir, Thanks for your feedback. Have a great weekend and thanks for watching!

[@exhaustedpacman1233]

Hey!! I wanted to let you know I have been working on getting into knife making, and your channel has been a huge source of information for me. I just quenched my first blade and got it hard enough to skate a file. My blade also started out life as your skinner design, and I had to make a few adjustments. Thank you so much for your videos.

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck man!

[@VIDEOEPPO]

Rather than watching so many videos, I should have this one video...30 min approx..but loaded with information. I am going to try knife making on my channel and a big thank you for this video. This is a proper video that gives out all necessary information for a beginner

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah man! Glad you enjoyed it sir! Good luck with your channel!

[@TheBarnacleBlimp]

What a thorough and comprehensive video. Knife making in new to me and I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I have to say the costing aspect really gave a new dimension to the possible taking up of this hobby. While a lot of people will have some of the tools and some may have all, it shows the potential knife maker that you can start cheaply and progress with better equipment as your skill levels improve too. Great video, thank you.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hello sir! I really appreciate your comment! My exact goal with this video. Really happy you enjoyed it

[@TheBarnacleBlimp]

@@RedBeardOps I have subscribed and look forward to more great videos. Many thanks Brian.

[@ulisses.cavalcante]

Wow. So much quality information in under 30 minutes. Thank you, sir.

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad it was helpful!

[@waynewalker315]

Absolutely enjoyed every second, especially the ending. Doing things like that gives you so much information about how you did on your heat treatment as well as handle construction. Great video as always brother!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Wayne! I do wish I would of thought about ordering some soft fire bricks before taking on this project... would of had much better HT results, but hey... live and learn. Thanks as always for the comment. Cheers!

[@MrTommybadger]

The angle guide for your file is brilliant and simple. That's what's it all about.

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers sir! Thanks for your comment!

[@mbarker_lng]

One thing that is helpful with the angle grinder: Save worn sanding discs for the edge work. It will be slower, but a little more forgiving. Still must be careful though. Same is true of cut off wheels. I save some that have worn down (smaller radius) to get into tight spots. Dont take them all the way down to the drive-dog of course- they will break apart at some point.

[@RedBeardOps]

Great tip! The're a useful tool for sure. You can do a lot with an angle grinder.

[@caleb3476]

this was absolutely perfect

[@djmartin6852]

I love finding a fellow TEXAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! on youtube subscribed

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much DJ!

[@scottriddle5468]

Dude your channel is killer. Seeing you test the knifes endurance was good. I'm learning how to make my own knives so this video did help alot. Thanks Red Beard

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah, glad you liked it Scott!

[@JT-jg8le]

Man, your videos are awesome. I really appreciate what you do here. I hope your channel brings you good fortune. You deserve it. Thank you.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! I enjoy making these!

[@SOCMMOB]

I’ve got a grinder and a hacksaw, I’m gonna make an Ultratech clone.

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck SIr!

[@H2OMANLV]

What a great video!!! Even for those of us that have been making blades for awhile, reminds us of when WE first started. AND GOD BLESS THE GREAT REPUBLIC OF TEXAS!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah man, glad you liked this one. Texas is the best state in the USA for sure, hands down.

[@victorkempe5661]

As a bearded man myself i can say its true about beard giving you AWESOMENESS and Strength

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah Victor! 100% accurate!

[@swapnilmule3922]

Wow...I just watched first 4 mins of the video and I am writing this comment....you have made a great video...with such good detailed information giving in the corner. Let me see a full video...thanks brother...you are an awesome KZbinr.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much sir!

[@bushna2007]

10% awesomeness and strength? Priceless!

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, glad you liked it Owen! Cheers man have a good one.

[@jeremypetix4493]

Your filing jig is genius. I’ve done a ton precision file work, and I can’t tell how much time this would have saved me compared to other filing methods I used.

[@RedBeardOps]

It is awesome. Got it from here - Filing Jig - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGrMf3eIrNx1h7M

[@simonforeman261]

I made a tanto out of an old file using only a grinder and diamond stones. Oh and torch for soldering the habaki.

[@RedBeardOps]

Very nice sir!

[@jonreno4389]

Usually Videos talking about simple tools are complete bs. This guy did it right tho, Amazon tools and a torch for edge hardening. Finally I'll be able to heattreat the stuff I make.

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah Jon, thanks for your comment!

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[@JKoehr27]

Harbor freight has large propane a torch for weeds at 20$ that can connect to your standard bbq tank. I use it for lighting up my smoker also.

[@RedBeardOps]

Have a great day!

[@a.g.silverbane6335]

I am very much a beginner and really appreciate all the links to other makers and helpful videos that you shared during the video. Thank you for the great content.

[@RedBeardOps]

THank you very much sir! Good luck on your journey!

[@joshwebb4442]

As far as epoxy goes, 5 minute set time epoxy will hold up for a while, but it isn't waterproof and will deteriorate after several years, 60 minute set epoxy is waterproof and wont deteriorate the same way 5 minute will (it can last upwards of 30 years)

[@RedBeardOps]

Fore sure! G-Flex has a 24hr cure. That stuff is great and long lasting. The CA Rouge is at 60 min and the BSI mid cure is 15 i think. Thanks for your comment sir!

[@tornagawn]

5 minute epoxy has a much lower melting point. It’s great for glueing fishing rod tip guides as you can remove/ reposition the guide using a butane lighter to soften the epoxy. But, use slow set epoxy for scales.

[@MakersMovementDIY]

Very cool primer for beginners. This should help get anyone stated on a makers journey.

[@RedBeardOps]

I hope so!

[@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy]

you the wooded beardsman's brother? damn sir! Also doing exactly what this video shows for my own channel over the past few months. I'm working and learning as I go. Thank you fro teaching me another slice of what I need to know!

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome man, glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@Psychosurgeonpls]

thank you for not doing what a lot of idiots do with angle grinders and recommend gloves, just an FYI for anyone wondering what im talking about, if you wear gloves using a saw, angle grinder, table saw, anything with a circular motion ect. you risk it catching and pulling your hand or fingers into it resulting in losing a appendage or limb depending on the size.

[@RedBeardOps]

That sounds pretty darn painful

[@toastrecon]

Dude, genius. Thank you!

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you liked it sir! Have a great Sunday!

[@Ravigyne]

Safety briefing during the 'boring' bit. Instant sub right there.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, thanks man

[@Ravigyne]

@@RedBeardOps Its wort it. Most creators kinda gloss over the most important part. Can't make anything pretty if you are blind, or worse.

[@justicar5]

their are guides to make a heat treat oven with a large can, and some fire clay, and a socket for the torch to sit in.

[@RedBeardOps]

Yep those would be good options for this project. Cheers sir!

[@papi4308]

I cannot begin to express the gratitude for this video! I will begin making knives with my youngest brother very soon & as much as I want to get all the GOOD gear and I will eventually I have an itch to start as soon as possible, and this gave me so many good ideas to get going! Unfortunately, the "pretty" fence my girl wanted for our new place took priority and that is OK, safety for our pup comes first!! Long story still long, THANK YOU R-B-O ! The very end of the video killed me, thought it came out great but much respect for showing us newbies the realities, pros and cons of knife making in this aspect!!! You are awesome!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much sir! Glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck with your builds!

[@nt_wicked_bunch2717]

Cool to see a video like this! I started out with all amazon bought tools and as Walter Sorrells put it I “polished a turd” tools really didn’t last more than a few knives, a few rounds of those tools and wouldn’t you know I’m still a turd polisher😂 getting better though!

[@RedBeardOps]

Very cool sir! Thanks for your comment!

[@racheltruitt8981]

Woah! Right on Jimmy 😂😂 ! I'm glad you are still at it!!! I was on here catching up on soldering and you came up on my list!! -Rachel

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey, thanks! Good hobbies are good to have I guess. Keeps me busy. Hope all is well! 🙌

[@jasonwilliam2125]

That gaining 10% strength with a beard = new sub:)

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah, thanks Jason! Have a great week!

[@gavsgav90]

Thanks!! I’m about to start making my first knife and so far your videos have helped me loads. I really Appreciate the hard work you put in!

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey yeah, Garry. I have a video coming out in about 20 min that you'll love when researching making your first knife. Cheers

[@gavsgav90]

@@RedBeardOps Thank you. I will definitely check it out right away. So far at least I have the steel resembling that of a knife, but it still needs a bit of persuasion before it can call itself a knife 😄

[@HWPcville]

I'm currently making a knife for a friend using ordinary hand tools and a thought occurred to me. Know the difference between a $50 knife and a $500 knife? About 5 hours of polishing. I don't make a lot of knives and I've never sold one (I manage to give them away) so I'm making him a $50 knife. Thanks for your tutorial, it will definitely help beginning knife makers on a budget. Update: I believe Geough is pronounced "Jeff". The "gh" is a soft "gh" as in "enough". Update to the update: Well I was wrong. I watched Geough's video and it sounded like he said "guff".

[@RedBeardOps]

Man I'm terrible with names. You're 100% right on the polishing... Teaches for patience for sure.

[@JoeDebono]

Gough is pronounced “goff”. (gh as in cough)

[@ZyloXDT]

It’s actually so satisfying to watch filing in bevels

[@RedBeardOps]

For sure! CHeers man

[@daveintheshed4870]

This is how I started, it's a great way to get started and turn out some really cool blades.

[@RedBeardOps]

I agree, thank you sir!

[@jezzgates67]

Great teaching video again👍 You have definitely given me the confidence to try a few of these techniques before I commit to buying a whole load of forging equipment and tools. Great looking little knife too. Thank you sir. 👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

[@funnymanhaha6329]

If you REALLY have a lot of time you could make a knife using only a file, I actually tried it and only got it really roughly shaped it took about 40 hours in total or maybe less but I almost lost my mind.

[@RedBeardOps]

This is true! And I would lose my mind as well!

[@MnPfan]

I have used Gough's file guide to sharpen knives too using a Smith Tri-hone I had. I removed the stones from the plastic base and glued them to scrap wood so I had a surface to put the hose clamps on while using the full length of the stones.

[@RedBeardOps]

Very cool Mike!

[@gundanium3126]

PPE: I wear a pair of Noise-canceling ear muff style headphones when i am in my shop (that i actually on amazon) and listen to audiobooks or music as I work

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah. I love being able to listen to music and podcast while working!

[@toma1460]

PPE: Short story.... 20 years ago I was in at 1 of the big 3. Back before all this technology so I was fortunate to have that job. When it came to rules/ regulations of course we needed PPE, but no headphones. They provided the ear protection. I was 19 and wanted music but my job more. There was this guy 1 machine over who did wear phones and lost his arm shoulder and bit of his left ear. I learned real smart real quick about the policy protection for our ears not distraction from our jobs. Had to be aware enough to hear the machines when they go off, or back up, or any sound they should not be making. Ready to hit the BIG RED button when needed. Yes I did say when not if. So filing away with a file .... sure have some shop music from a radio. But please don't plug your ears with music to the point you can't hear your equipment. Thanks guys

[@soupsock9743]

For making handles I often like using a scroll saw. Just another pretty good option for it.

[@RedBeardOps]

Good option for sure!

[@Andy-in8ej]

Be extra careful when drilling the tang, one slip and you will have to learn to play the flute.

[@RedBeardOps]

Have a great day!

[@ajsironworks3937]

Dude you are cool!!! Not an elitist but a guy who wants others to learn cool stuff that you enjoy. I respect that very much sir. I subbed to you a while back. Have a great day and thanks again.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, I really appreciate that! Cheers man, thanks for your comment.

[@Aleeknives]

Once again another excellent production! I especially like how you went to hand sanding in your filing jig that was a neat idea

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! I made a good deal of knives on that jig! If you have the patience you can turn out some great products with it. Glad you enjoyed this one, have a great day!

[@Sct5mn]

Great video. I’ve made my knives using tools I have laying around at home and love seeing what’s possible on a low budget.

[@RedBeardOps]

Right on man! Glad you liked this one.

[@djericanthony]

I clamp a sharpened nail down to mark the center line of the edge. May work a little better. I love your improvised rotary sander for the finger well

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers Eric

[@samoanSAIYAN]

I actually watched to see your Beard but man, you put out one fkn good good video! SUBSCRIBED!

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Thanks man, glad you liked it. Have a great weekend!

[@ryanm5510]

Hey, I typically don't comment or leave reviews. But BRO. What an Excellent video. You showed us how to get into knife making on a budget. The different ways to do things. Sources on techniques other people have done. And you brought science into it to show us the quality and how strong the material or knife you made could hold up to some grueling punishment. Very well done man. Subscribed for sure.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly Ryan! Glad you got something out of this one. Cheers!

[@MrSoloun]

Interesting and well explained and discussed as always, good stuff. I couldn't help but cringe at the end with the testing hehe. Yea it looked a bit cold when you quenched but that's the limit of that method as you said and the little brick forge will overcome that for very little extra outlay.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Yeah, wish I would of bought a couple of small bricks before this project, but hey... part of the learning. Cheers man.

[@adrianbadea1179]

Try some charcoal and a fan blower next time 😉 You can use a cheap fan to make a blower.. And some bricks to build a small forge 👍 Appreciate your effort

[@kensmapleleafretirement]

Well done, I think this will be a winner. Great title too, should draw a crowd. Thanks for putting this out. I never made a knife even though, I have most of the tools needed, just not motivated to do so. This video help keep it simple and easy for a guy like me to follow.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Ken, thanks for that! It's a fun weekend project for sure. Defiantly can test your patience! Hope all is well. Cheers

[@mattstratemann7430]

If this video doesn’t get get a person who is thinking about getting into knife making off the fence, I don’t know what will. Another great video!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Matt! That's the goal for sure! Thanks for your comment.

[@codyorvis6598]

Another good video like this is one from outdoors 55 grinder knife

[@dwightkschrute0441]

Love the videos. I’ve been interested in knife making for years but never actually started or gathered the materials. I seen tons of “budget” starts or builds, I would be interested in more of a mid level startup/build video with a higher budget and where you should allocate funds to the best use for knife making!

[@RedBeardOps]

Nice! ---- I'd say drill press / band saw are good places to start. Then of course 2x72 belt grinder... Check out the DIY kits from House Works and Beck's Armory.

[@ALWhiteAuthor]

Hell... all of my knives are made with cheap Amazon and Harbor Freight tools. Started with just an HF 1x30 and a corded drill.

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome man! That's how I started too!

[@polydullmemes3497]

Making your own knife is much better than buying one. You can choose the materials and brand it if you can. It can be customized to your liking and is just much more personal

[@RedBeardOps]

Agreed!

[@Schnozwangler]

Heed the warnings, tinnitus is a bitch (got some complementary of uncle sam). Great video mate very informative and easy to follow 👍🇺🇸

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PearBearCam]

So what you're telling me is...I'm going to use alot of sandpaper.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, yes sir! Lots of sand paper for sure.

[@MrLexxmorelia]

Great informative video, also good to se someone promoting entry level stuff as opposed to complicated builds with expensive forging/finishing equipment

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joshwebb4442]

Most places charge more for a single knife to hear treat than to buy the torch

[@RedBeardOps]

This is true, good point.

[@neilfurby555]

Really well presented, and great filming. Quality stuff...thanks...

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Neil!

[@masoncragg1902]

“Just a little bit of time” (takes 5 hours) just a bit of time a “little bit”

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, that's not much when it comes to making knives! LOL

[@masoncragg1902]

Red Beard Ops yeah it’s pretty cool I would like to make knives but I just feel like I would waste my money on the tools but how much would a knife like that be worth?

[@timmura]

@@masoncragg1902 it would probably cost around 100 dollars to make your first knife if you dont have tools.

[@mohammadsaedi5723]

Thank you sir! I'm 14 but very very interested in knives camping fishing etc your video helped me a lot! I also love your knife designs. 👍🔪🔪

[@RedBeardOps]

Very cool! Take your time and be carful. Good luck with your builds

[@LegacyGuitars]

The testing at the end felt like killing puppies. We all got invested in the knife, we gave it a name, then it died.

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL, sorry about that sir! It's a necessary step though. Breaking knives is part of the game! Glad you enjoyed this one.

[@LegacyGuitars]

@@RedBeardOps Great vid tho, I enjoy your content :) In all fairness that would have happened to the knife when you started using it anyway.

[@iyimontageziyi9079]

Hey man, 15 yr old here. Started in forging made a sword without forging but it was floppy cuz u know metal tube. Anyways can’t wait till I’m 18 when I start making knives wish I was in america tho kinda liberal knife laws here in the land of tea. Cheers mate, your friend Mohammad

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah man, I started getting interested in the craft around the same age! Good luck with your journey and thanks for your comment.

[@Shorty_Lickens]

Next time, are you gonna make a knife with Harbor Freight tools?

[@RedBeardOps]

Maybe, that's not a bad idea sir!

[@nelfredmagallon6659]

one of the best videos so far that I have seen... very detailed and clear

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much, sir!

[@multidimensionaltraveler806]

From the thumbnail i expected an Irish accent

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL, sorry for the disappointment!

[@e.t.preppin7084]

I finally got my stencils in the mail today. I’ll have to check out your etching video before I attempt to etch my first knife. I can’t wait 😊

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Good luck sir! I normally hit it with 12 seconds of contact on DC (in 1 second on 2 second off increments)

[@nt_wicked_bunch2717]

I have purchased and received etching stencils he mentioned in his video. Only took a week and stencil is top notch!

[@josheakins5137]

“You could bring it all the way up to a mirror polish if you wanted to...and you’re a masochist” 🤣😂

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL, the truth! Not my jam for sure!

[@BlessedDad1819]

Black and decker will get the job done but id recommend looking at the drills at harbor freight like bauer or hercules. They are cheap and tough as nails. I’ve personally used my hercules drill to drill through 5/8 inch steel many times and i still have it. It will be so hot its smoking and burning my hand and i just let it cool down and it keeps on going. Some of the tools at harbor freight are awesome.

[@MrMgkhat]

Thanks for actually talking and explaining. Every other video I searched about knife making/restoration is some wierd mute ASMR visual. 😆

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks for your comment sir!

[@MichaelRagnarok]

Great video! Right now where a lot of people have time on their hands and are at home, a good video for picking up knifemaking, AND it shows what can go wrong, good. Keep it up and stay safe!

[@RedBeardOps]

Yes sir! Thank you! I try to keep these videos honest, so I'll show my mistakes too. Like you said, I hope this motivates some people to get in the shop!

[@bigviper64]

Thank You! This was a perfect video for me, I am “thinking” of getting into knife making and you have made this less worrisome.

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Good luck with your build. Cheers man

[@hhkkelly3502]

Just liked and subscribed, thanks for the video, everyone stay safe and have a great day.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much! Greatly appreciated.

[@chrisfurry766]

Love your instructions. I have made a few knives but cant wait to employ some of your methods on my next build.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@927forge9]

awesome video bro. It's hard to explain in English because English is not my native language, but scientifically speaking, Martensite looks dark after oxidation because its crystal size is smaller than that of Perlite. The oxidation reaction is dark because you only heat-treated on the edge, and there are a lot of martensite tissue on the edge.

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers sir, thank you! Sorry for the delayed response!

[@KBBF3]

You've put out a video debunking literally any excuse to not hand forging. Very impressive. Rock on.

[@RedBeardOps]

Have a great day sir! I like forging too. :)

[@michaelstansel4182]

Awesome tutorial I'm what you would call one of those on the fence guys ,but your video has boosted my confidence to where I think I could make a knife with the tools I have so hopefully I will be able to send some pictures of a knife when I get one made.,🙂👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Very cool! Good luck with your build sir!

[@SCT15H]

I built a 3hp 2x72 and now I'm building a filing jig. Something about "you could cause damage and ruin all your hard work" just seemed to resonate. Think the grinder is reduced to quick stock removal for knife and handles. Then onto the filing jig and hand sanding

[@RedBeardOps]

A good place to start, sir! Good luck with your knives!

[@Paralius]

This is a very solid informational video. I did almost everything shown. Wish this was here for me to watch 3 years ago lol 👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your comment sir. Cheers

[@MarkRuslinzski]

Hi I'm Mark, i think that knife came out Beautifull, i enjoyed watching you building it a loved the look of it, From Mark

[@RedBeardOps]

Hi Mark! Really happy you enjoyed this build!

[@SonoraSlinger]

Great video fellow strong beardsman. Here's a sandpaper hack- put duct tape on the back of the sandpaper to increase it's strength and lifespan (it's a beard for sandpaper) You can also put chalk on your file or sandpaper to reduce the gumming up effect that tends to happen.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you for the tips!

[@leaveit33]

Why you only have 43k subs is beyond me. Keep up the good work man. Super informative content.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much Steven! Your comment is much appreciated

[@leaveit33]

@@RedBeardOps no thank you. Just ordered a 42x2 and have been watching all your stuff. Take care bud.

[@davidstarr4349]

Have been in beard since 1976... and ty for the video... so easy to understand

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Seth, really happy you enjoyed this video! I was actually born with a beard.

[@dsquare_96]

By far the best knive making video period. Thank you very much for putting in the time creating this footage and sharing your knowledge. I greatly appreciate it!

[@RedBeardOps]

Hello sir! Thank you for your comment, it means a ton to me.

[@mikec3820]

cool you didnt need a forge at all. looking into small diy knife making. thanks for this!

[@forgetfulryan3241]

I'm only 13 but I've been wanting to get into making knives with metal. I easily make blades of all sizes out of wood so soon I'm gonna earn enough money for the simple things. Thanks for letting me know now what I'll need.

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome man! Good luck! Be safe

[@kailambert4693]

Nice. I just made a knife out an old saw blade(I’m 14). It was very hard, but great fun. Good luck!