MAKING A BASKET HILT RAPIER SWORD!!! PART 15 FINISHED!

[@FrenchGuyCooking]

When craftsmanship and cinematography blends that well... *bliss*

[@AlecSteele]

Thank you Sir!! 😀

[@ranggagumilangwiganjar5345]

I subscribe to both of you. Great

[@martinovallejo]

Please make a collab guys. Your experimental approach and positive attitude is what made me subscribe to both of you, and I've been dreaming of seeing you two working together for months now. Anyhow, you do an inspiring work guys, keep it up.

[@leopichler]

Actually, it's When craftsmanship and overused 2010 memes blend that well... *bliss*

[@shaungreen679]

hey alex whats up

[@Keronin]

The Shooting Stars bit of your video was the absolute best thing I've seen in this series. Until I saw the final results, that is. Absolutely gorgeous piece of art you've made. Thank you for the entertaining and educational videos and please keep making more!

[@Brawlio13]

SimkinC42 I was about to say the same thing XD

[@RL3079]

Totally agree. It's like Alec has decided to up to the next level of editing. Was a great addition.

[@jordyv.703]

The green screen thing is the best thing you've ever done! 😂

[@kevincolwell9575]

Alec - You are becoming quite the craftsman. I am truly impressed. HINT (I learned from Peter Johnsson). Use 0000 steel wool loaded with pumice and either oil or windex between etches. That way, you get the oxides out of the lower region better, and that helps to deepen the topography and increase chatoyance. Trust me, try it. Then, for final polish, do the same trick after the etches, or do the backed 2000 grit paper trick. The steel wool DOESN'T LEAVE SWIRL MARKS OR, "S" HOOKS though. Try it. I have been making knives for 10 years (and mostly Chinese swords, now). Love this series of videos.

[@AlecSteele]

Thanks man! Very grateful for the tips and lovely comment!

[@BothHands1]

If you made videos of that, I'd love to watch them. Or if Alec made a Chinese sword, that'd be awesome. I'd also like to see him tackle a katana again, but this time with the level of detail he put into the viking sword. What kind of Chinese swords do you make? Those floppy ones have always seemed so cool to me :)

[@TheS406]

Best series on youtube the honesty and acknowledgement of mistakes treating them as a learning experience (whick i love). Your charisma and enthusiasm on camera is unmatched well done alec one of the best on the platform!! Keep up the good work !

[@stephenlee62]

What Stephen McKnight said. I was going to say the very same thing - but Stephen said it first. Love your work and your approach to work and learning and life. Keep it up. Best channel on youtube. Always I am looking forward to what you are going to do next. I'm not going to suggest anything as I am interested to see what you come up with. Cheers and keep doing what you're doing.

[@phillipcroyle]

That is a Legendary Rapier you have crafted. You should put that on shirts and sell them. Should absolutely be commended as a Masterwork!!!!

[@everettehungerford2858]

Put it on a scarf!

[@danyalsyed1292]

The shots that detailed the rapier when it was finally completed were fucking amazing

[@bashkillszombies]

That pommel is absurd though. Also I think that over done damascus patterns is kinda gauche. We've been making that stuff for what, at least a thousand and a half years - yet we don't see etching until the last twenty years. That tells me this is a modern trend. I just don't think it looks cool. I think it looks quite ugly.

[@elwindil8566]

Alec, your blade work is amazing. I'm quite impressed. As for a new piece to work on, why not do a companion dagger to go with this fine rapier you just finished? A main gauche as they were called.

[@psguardian]

Elwindil YES! This!

[@dar-nakkallig]

Yes a nice Parrying Dagger!!!

[@timoverschuren2165]

And a year later he did

[@kyleklem4045]

10/10 best KZbinr ever

[@isaacbrock528]

Kyle Klem definitely

[@PetesCreativeRecycling]

And that video editing keeps this channel as the example of how to do it right!

[@DustyKorpse]

That's beautiful Alec, really stepping up the game. Inspiration to us all. 🗡

[@davejoco489]

Display wall for those blades. Have a medieval blacksmith feel. It’s a wonder where you store those masterworks. Perfect those woodworking skills with Damascus hooks.

[@seanmckaidan7649]

Alec- This series has addicted me to your workshop for two reasons... A) I am a newly starting blacksmith, and B) I am an active rapier student. I have been studying rapier under tutelage as a martial art, and wanted to blend my new blacksmithing to manufacturing rapiers. Not only has your videos been incredibly entertaining, but also incredibly informative. That is a weapon that I would gladly carry or gift to even the master I study under. Well done, and keep up the amazing videos!

[@Jaszcz07]

Your excitement is infectious, congrats on the blade. Probably my favourite project you've done since I've started watching.

[@Zachafinackus]

A+ to you Alec for making that rapier, but my god, the cinematography at the end with the reveal was absolutely gorgeous. The lighting, the angles, amazing. Really showed off the piece beautifully.

[@dak4465]

Zachafinackus amen brother

[@daver9866]

Most people think the "tough guy" way to learn how to swim, is to jump in the deep end of the pool. Alex jumps in the deep end with a anvil tied around his neck. You are fearless Alex. I love your videos.

[@AlecSteele]

Haha! Thank you my friend!

[@Erkynar]

Looks like a fine blade. Thank you. As an old fencer, it warms the heart. Any blade that makes one feel that old "I am not worthy" is a good one.

[@donnaspear8494]

I seriously could just sit, and stare at that beautiful work of art for hours. It's like looking at a Michaelangelo or a da Vinci. You're brilliant.

[@steventhrasher4186]

This sword 🗡 is absolutely gorgeous

[@michaelgroves3919]

Your finest work sir.

[@hamonthecob]

I'm blown away dude. I just watched the whole series and your patience was legendary through the heat cycles on the blade when it kept bending. What an amazing final result though. Probably the most gorgeous sword I've ever seen. That handle will be hard to top! When you finally finished it, I couldn't stop smiling because I was so happy to see you so proud of it. You're the man. Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@pickelsvonbrine]

I am blown away by that rapier.

[@singJJBplay]

Stunning, absolutely stunning! I've been hitting F5 all afternoon on You Tube waiting for this video. It didn't turn into a 20 part series like I hoped, but WHAT A RESULT!

[@pyrotorch]

Ridiculously beautiful work there, dude! One of the best build series you've done so far. I can't wait to see what you come up with next!

[@AlecSteele]

Thank you sir!

[@mathbc1984]

Do you think you will sell It for 5000$ ?

[@Patrick-zr8tv]

I remember when you made your first sword in your old work shop. Massive undertaking. You learned a lot. But to see that you've come so far as to hand forge your very own Damascus steel rapier that is absolutely beautiful by the way, it's amazing. Truely the finest forged work I have ever seen. Just the pattern of the Damascus, the fluted inlaid silver African black wood handle (probably my favourite part of the piece), the beautifully flowing basket. It really is stunning. Fantastic work.

[@dominicmorelli88]

You have truly surpassed yourself Alec, that thing looks amazing. The pattern is incredible and it's not even the best part of the sword. Congratulations. I've been subbed for about a year now and I'm not even a blacksmith but it has been so beneficial to me to watch someone constantly aim for perfection in skills they don't even possess yet and with such incredible energy. You're an inspiration dude, thank you.

[@ghostfather1390]

beautiful piece Alec, well done! I suggested, in a previous comment, that you might want to really challenge yourself by making a Kris (from Wikipedia; The kris is an asymmetrical dagger with distinctive blade-patterning achieved through alternating laminations of iron and nickelous iron (pamor).[3] While most strongly associated with the culture of Indonesia the kris is also indigenous to Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei, Singapore and the Philippines where it is known as kalis with variants existing as a sword rather than a dagger. The kris is famous for its distinctive wavy blade, although many have straight blades as well.), but other significantly easier ideas might include such things as a traditional mace, warhammer, and single or double bladed war axes, and even on to pole arms like partisans and bardiche, or even an outright two handed great sword, as you seem to be escalating your weapons as you go. keep up the good work, and learning the lessons from the not quite as good as it could have been work, and keep the camera turned on, and I will keep watching, be well

[@bintangsena2249]

Here in indonesia we call it "keris" not "kris" ;) The more you know

[@ghostfather1390]

thanks for the info, I have only seen them in books, so I am nowhere near an expert

[@Finn-McCool]

I dub thee "Darth Rapier" Master class in skill-checking, confidence-seeking and execution management. Bravo, well done, good on ya and kudos laddie.

[@leewoody3602]

I like the contrast from the pummel, the grip, the red basket, and the gorgeous blade. It really creates a focal point for the basket and grip.

[@Valandar2]

This is a GORGEOUS sword. My only issue is the rough finish on the wire basket... it "feels" crude, and doesn't match the gorgeous finish of the entire rest of the weapon.

[@JamesEarlCash]

I agree, more finish on the basket part would be amazing. Other then that, fantastic job.

[@firefighter494]

I'm guessing if I handed you a hundred doller Bill you would take it but complain about the wrinkles in it

[@Valandar2]

... Wow. Just... wow. The comparison does not equate, there. He made an amazingly gorgeous sword, but the wire basket isn't up to the quality of either the blade, or his level of work. This is a thing that can be said, because I respect the man's work. There's a difference between being a jerk complaining about a wrinkled bill, than someone expressing an opinion about a piece of art presented to us. Or is the expressing of an opinion now verboten?

[@alexjavanainen4259]

I agree as well. This is absolutely amazing overall, but as he says himself "nothing is perfect" and if there were an area that area I could see him wanting to potentially just a tiny bit better is here. This is a beautiful piece of art of any artist wouldn't mind some positive criticism or ideas. On another note, I could potentially see him somehow incorporating the silver wire into the basket and really accenting some curves to make it pop!

[@timwhite1783]

I agree, a silver plating via electrolysis would do really nicely I think. Perhaps he should do a co-lab with Cody'Lab.

[@K1ll3rW0mbat]

Would like to see you make a decorative halberd or similar polearm mate. Great watching you make these things.

[@zanemueller3817]

Yes Halberd please!

[@michellafleur5655]

Alec, I am now 74 years old and I am a big fan of you; follow you each day. Let me tell you that if I had 50% of your wisdom when I was 20, I would be even more happier today. This sword is TRULY a piece of art for you to love for many years to come.

[@mpwhite64usaf]

Spent the last several hours watching this series...WOW...just ...WOW! That was an amazing build!

[@SAIFDNH]

Alec you did amazing as you always do, but i gotta say, the filming and the editing are unbelievably great. Everything about your channel is getting better and better everyday. From your projects and your skills to the filming and editing. Well done

[@gsmith8098]

I had never realised the amount of effort that goes into making a rapier. Absolutely awesome Alec! Your enthusiasm is infectious. I'm off to my shed to tinker 😁

[@AlecSteele]

Thank you! THRILLED you're off to tinker!

[@tedlinzy5865]

This aerospace engineers mind is blown!!! Absolutely positively the most amazing piece of work I have seen!

[@tianamatson]

TBH I'm kind of sad you're finished. Everyday was exciting to see what happened next. You definitely need another big project to work on. :D

[@Randomstuff-ps9tp]

28k views in 60 minutes 🤙🏻 so I am not on my own then waiting all day for the next episode 😂 GREAT WORK ALEC 💯🔥

[@ChuckCanada1]

Definitely not the only one.

[@punchykid]

As perfect a rapier as I can imagine lad. Outstanding work! The handle goes so far past unreal, I don't have the words for it. I always tell myself that I'll wait till a project is finished so I can binge watch it.... never happens, I watch every day.... strangely addictive. Looking forward to the next project lad. (P.s. Dude, it's March, the Christmas lights can come down now! 😂)

[@frankwelling9491]

This is my favorite build of yours by far. This blade is looks EPIC

[@M4A1Nerve]

I used to never really have any interested in blacksmithing until I found your channel. Your energy and vibe in your videos is amazing. It's hard to be in a bad mood watching them. Everything you create is just outstanding, especially for someone as young as you. That is not a sword. That's a god damn piece of art. Hats off to you.

[@bmbullman]

Time for a 15 part marathon!

[@quickstream]

you should loan your swords to skallagrim, he is a youtuber who reviews swords, talks about their design etc it would be good to see what he thinks of your work in a practical sense.

[@KnightsWithoutATable]

But are all the pommels removable so that you can end him rightly?

[@florianmayr5705]

buuut it could break and i dont think he wants that

[@Jnolet88]

problem is they are seperated by the Atlantic

[@xthexadvantagex]

Matthew Farrell send it!

[@g0rn1st]

Quite a good idea, actually. Alec, you should definitely send a one or two swords to Skall!

[@alexprieu7831]

What an incredible and beautful piece of work and craftsmanship! I have loved every second of this series and have jumped on KZbin everyday after work to be ready for the next video. I have recently moved to a new state by myself and this has made coming home feel more like I had something to do rather than actually unpack boxes! Thanks Alec!

[@mikem547]

I just watched all 15 videos in a row and i am baffled by your craftsmanship. You inspired me to build by own forge outside and now i am going to try to become a blacksmith! Thank you for the insane videos and I am so glad I found you on KZbin. I only recently started watching you, but it seems like every day I get back from school, the only thing I do is watch your creations. You are the best! I can't wait to see what else you challenge yourself to make because its gonna be freakin awesome.

[@eoind3302]

Hi Alec, could you make a simple felling axe or bearded axe in the near future, maby out of some 1055 or similar simple steel, you could transition from forged finish to polished over the blades edge , it would probably be a quick and simple project for you but would be a great help for us who dont have much equipment/ experience with forging, it would almost be like an in-depth tutorial through the video, anyway maby you could consider it, thanks. Eoin from Ireland 🇮🇪.

[@harveyjennings8301]

You should have used a lead centre in the pommel. This would make it denser so it could be smaller and still the same weight.

[@jellevm]

Yeah I was thinking the same thing. As far as I know it was done historically.

[@cameronmcpeak5183]

Or use leaded steel

[@SinShaark]

The sword is absolutely beautiful, the video is fantastic. Watching a guy making swords has never been so entertaining than here and now ! Well done Alec !

[@lowreedman]

Awesome. Being a clarinetist I am intrigued that you made the handle from African Blackwood - the same wood professional clarinets are made of. Beautifully done.

[@LottoDub720]

I remember when youtube recommended alec’s channel to me when he had 2k subs, and now he has 725k, I guess youtube recommendations aren’t so bad after all.

[@jrcforge2552]

Elijah I showed up at around 400k

[@phil19922]

12k for me :)

[@fuzzypeach7178]

I've been wanting to see his skills in making a helmet or any peace of armor

[@GiaZera]

I showed up around 80k.

[@dollarhideclan7931]

2k for me as well

[@soratorus9649]

_And it was named_ . . . *Alecscalibur*

[@DocValance]

I was thinking something along the lines of Duskgnaw, but that works. :)

[@krechxd8238]

SoraTorus true! That name would be the only right one

[@evalenoyer]

Wow nice one!!

[@the_guy9946]

Exalecbur

[@doxdoomsday4948]

Try making some kind of armor.

[@gkozak430]

hah! Alec in a full suit of knight armour

[@corbinphillips7662]

Seeing a full demascus set of armor would be a challenge for sure. Would love to see you do it Alec!

[@justinrogo1415]

You should obviously make a Damascus pan

[@C0TT0NM0UF]

Justin Rogo like a skillet? Lmfao

[@MazerTime]

i know you said pan but im blaming you for the Damascus screwdriver...

[@elibraverman9458]

a 20 min Alec Steele video!? This must be heaven!!

[@mahucano89]

That rapier looks beautiful!! As i said before you surpassed yourself! This is the best project you´ve done so far! Congratulations Alec

[@AlecSteele]

Thank you sir! I can't wait to do even better on the next build!

[@mahucano89]

I´m pretty sure you will

[@JSMachineWorks]

Finally! I like how you outgrow your etch and quench tanks every time

[@krechxd8238]

I didn't find ANY negative Comments at all! Nobody can say, that this isn't amazing! You absolutely are my idol!

[@JimGiant]

I thought the pommel was excessively large but then I realised it was designed to be unscrewed.

[@AND-zd8fz]

Jim Giant it was desinged to end your opponents rightly

[@TristanPSterling]

Andreas Stephan I see this joke everywhere about threaded tangs. I don't get the reference, care to explain it to me?

[@alt-bringer5198]

heres its origin kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHa3fXajbNBmqbc its been further discussed that there may be some true merrit to this concept but its still debatable, and remains mostly a good laugh on the part of the original author/instructor a meme lord, back when being a lord was a legitimate thing

[@TristanPSterling]

Alt-Bringer OH, ITS SKALLAGRIM! Thanks, dude

[@forsety2]

End 'em rightly Damn. I wasn't the first to say it.

[@Xenooni]

you really ought to feel as proud as you do. utterly amazing craftsmanship. you sir, are killlllliiin it. way to be Okay just saw the reveal... DUDE THATS SO FREAKIN AWESOME *ahem* as you were.

[@joemagee6125]

Alec, you re-opened a deep spiritual wound of mine. I have just come out of the mourning period for the shooting stars meme, I know that the meme came from a good place but resurrecting it will create more problems than it solves. Keep to blacksmithing and leave the memes to the holy temple of Pepe. RIP shooting stars meme

[@regandisalvo7029]

True memes never die

[@honzakelar7153]

shooting stars meme was the greatest meme of all.

[@count2g220]

A true work of art... I'm PRETTY sure this will be in museums and gallerias all around the world in our latter generations. This was a gift to my eyes, thank you.

[@quirinlermer9567]

This is seriously the best content on youtube i've ever had the pleasure to watch ... Thank you so much Alec ! #alecsteele

[@AlecSteele]

Thank YOU for watching!!!

[@Rattletrap-xs8il]

Really great job. It looks outstanding. Would love to see a user of rapiers try it out.

[@bill45a1]

All I can say Alec is you have become an artisan right before my eyes. I don't believe there is a project you can't do! A blacksmith, welder, and an artisan. You have hit the Triple Crown my friend!!! God bless you!

[@conneremer4241]

That sword is loved. Alec put heart and soul into it, pushing past his skill level to stylize the work on a far more personal level and it shows so much in these videos. I feel a little like I just watched a distant cousin graduate preschool though. Talk about standing on ceremony, 14 times longer than truly necessary but there are those that appreciate the journey more than myself. I do appreciate the work and workmanship very much regardless! Also, is it just me or is the quality of this, the journey in particular seem like this could be a short movie? I don't mean all individual episodes just combined in order, but like edited to show a story of craftsmanship? Not unlike that documentary about that guy that built a cabin in Alaska back in the 50's or 60's from hewn logs into a cabin to building a bed. I wonder if something like that could be sold or become an add-on item in a merch store or something.

[@BurrWorntusk]

Alec, I'm speechless. #worthy

[@lvlup2]

How about for the next project you do a Knight's sword with some gems and engraving.

[@TheBeelzboss]

Mostafa hosni they are called arming swords.

[@lvlup2]

Hmm.. didn't know that...thanks

[@TheBeelzboss]

No problem

[@timloeffler7252]

Something similar to the Templar swords

[@havoc3742]

also, no knight worth a toss had a sword with a gemstone in it, that was stuff of wealthy merchants and Ceremony. the gems and whatnot mess with the sword's balance

[@jamietimon9899]

Holy moly Alec, you continue to outdo yourself! Your blend of enthusiasm, cinematography, and craftsmanship makes this such a great channel! Gonna go get some merch now and support you making more videos! I discovered you and subscribed when you were making 70 hammers...the production quality has improved in such a short time that I'm just amazed. Go Alec! (Go Jamie!)

[@AlecSteele]

Thank you!!

[@natedogg236]

Ever single project you undertake you level up, absolutely incredible craftsmanship during this one!

[@johnnymossville]

This video was one of the best yet. Yugely Entertaining. Yuge!

[@billyahern7504]

Jon B.

[@Doc_Vega]

This is one of the Most beautifully things ive ever seen in my life

[@AlecSteele]

Thanks man!

[@Armand79th]

That is absolutely amazing. A masterpiece, no doubt. Never have I watched a series with such anticipation of the next episode. I've literally spent time spamming the refresh button waiting for each update. Keep up the wonderful work. :D

[@AlecSteele]

I'm honoured! Thank you!!

[@jonsmith685]

Same here!!

[@Armand79th]

Alec Steele, I've been meaning to ask... I've got a small hatchet here, with a 600g head.. backface hammer. It really looks like it was bodged together, so I'm not really sure what I should do with it.. Either I finish it up and make it look good, or look at making a new one from scratch. What are your thoughts on rescuing old tools?

[@olivianeugeboren602]

I’ve always been interested in blacksmithing, but this series has really inspired me to give it a go

[@lukearts2954]

drooooolllll... This is the stuff that defines peoples' life choices... What a result, what a resolve too. (And I love your honesty about fails and failures no matter how many)

[@evalenoyer]

Oh my goooood It's so great! Oh and please warn us next time you decide to go galactical on us because, I was eating when I watched your video and, i swear i almost died... XD bisous de France 🇫🇷

[@luuc_as]

Eva Lenoyer je pensais être le seul à regarder depuis la France mais apparement non :)

[@evalenoyer]

Lucas bienvenu au club des fans français! 😊

[@pintossss1238]

Moi je suis du Québec

[@evalenoyer]

Big up to french speakers!!

[@SecretionOrb]

Eva, have you met my friend Alec? He is single and ready to mingle.

[@marc0387]

Wow. Absolutely beautiful brother. Amazed by what you do. Also, had an actual LOL moment with the green screen thing. Actually woke up my son laughing. Amazing please keep the videos coming.

[@VaguelySynthetic]

Majestic is not too much of a word for this absolute gem of a sword. Truly amazing craftsmanship.

[@willhaigh9531]

Just had 20 minutes of hearing myself say "Phwoar mate, that's cool"

[@Kirkorr123]

Congratulations on a beautiful sword.

[@quentin9345]

Wow, that might just be the most beautiful rapier i've ever seen. Good job Alec ! The red-ish guard does look Nice too 😉

[@AlecSteele]

I fixed it 😂 I fought the finish on the guard all day doing all sorts of different things, assembled it when I thought I had got it as black as possible and only after filming the outtro did I remember I had some stove paste, disassembled it (thank goodness it's not a glued construction), blackened the guard before re-filming and editing the reveal montage 😂

[@walterterrell677]

Amazing-the actual definition of the word. The reviel was worth the wait. Pat yourself on the back, Alec. That is a job well done, sir. Bravo!

[@cushshonvlogs420]

When he knocked over the green screen I almost died lol

[@JoeWhyte2506]

Woah! A PERFECT ending for A PERFECT project presented in A PERFECT 20 minutes video 😎😎 ALL HAIL ALEC THE KING OF BLACKSMITHING LAND

[@Volvith]

"Go watch some more..." ... But Alec... You need to make more before i can watch more... STORY TIME: I have actually, no joke, nearly watched through your entire channel except some of your first videos and the new, ultimate workshop tour. I honestly believe that, while you aren't the most experienced blacksmith out there, you are among the most talented. I'm truly happy that you can do what you love, with such passion, for a living, and i'm grateful for you sharing your amazing work with us, because amazing it sure is. Goddamnit, is there anything you can't do?... Oh yeah, accurate eyeballing. :3 All jokes aside (for now), just know that i am, and if i may say so: likely all of us are, loving the content you put out on such a regular basis, and that we are looking forward to the next stupidly complicated and beautiful project you decide to conjure up! Cheers mate, keep on whackin'! ;) P.S. Seriously, you might want to stop relying on your eyeballing skills there... :'D Okay, that's it, i'm done joking now. See ya in the next one. :)

[@albertoroldan1788]

Real quick! You are an amazing black smith and it's so cool to see your humility with how you don't fully understand something but you're willing to take risks to get better! And if I could suggest a project I would say try to make a customized Alec Steele tang spear !!

[@AR_119]

It looks amazing! Awesome work Alec!

[@quadlife6282]

Extreme randomness at 12:05. Realy cool sword Alec.

[@maxst2]

NIIICE.... $20k sword there!

[@AnthonyCurreri]

Sir...... Your knowledge, Artistry and craftsmanship is astounding. This build has blown away anything else I've watched anywhere. Thank you for giving us such a wonderful video series. BRAVO!

[@nutsmcflurry3737]

After watching the process of building this handle, would it have been easier to have located the double pins between the, hilt, bolster, handle, pommel and button, before doing the shaping and fitting? I'm thinking a stack of raw material, all pinned together before any shaping. Lovely rapier, I do admire your work ethic. Anyone would be proud to have that in their collection.

[@medicentio]

I know I'd have to sell my two cars to make the down payment on the loan I'd have to request to get this sword from you, Alex, but I have to say I am extremely tempted to do so. This thing will make any place look like a 17th century palace, hung on a plate, over the fireplace. Absolutely beautiful piece! Can't wait to see more of these!

[@andresroosimaa776]

That is a long but still MAGNIFICENT rapier! I really love it! Keep up the good work man!

[@MurkyWaters677]

a tall man's rapier

[@connormcleod9895]

That is the best rapier I've ever seen. The length, it's ideal. Remarkable work.

[@ammonjones4928]

I want to see a true swordsman handle and review this sword. This channel is all about learning and exposing mistakes. I think Alec should really open his work up to the scrutiny of an expert and let us in on the journey. The rapier is super lovely, but there may well be a specific move that a sword fighter would need to do that the swept/basket hilt impedes or something like that. I want to know how well this sword would have worked in the hands of the Scarlet Pimpernel or The Count of Monte Cristo.

[@mrkiky]

I think he still considers himself a beginner so I'm sure the sword isn't perfect. Just like he made the first chef knife and then greatly improved upon it with the 2nd. But I agree, it would be fun to have Matt Easton there to complain about the balance and stuff, do a few test cuts as well.

[@kaytigraham2413]

Have you thought about a cane sword as a project. I saw in a previous video that you wanted to try more wood work in a project so a Victorian gentleman's cane sword would fit the bill

[@JessHines]

That is absolutely tremendous..Have really enjoyed watching this project. Amazing job!

[@knifethrower9733]

I really appreciate how alix shows you his mistakes, instead of cutting it out like a lot of others do

[@ShawnHCorey]

Good video. There reason the first two pommels didn't work was because you didn't hit them with a hammer. I hope you learned your lesson. 😉

[@benking8812]

You should make a cane sword!

[@sheahon1179]

You bloody fool, that was freaking hilarious! Hahaha “We can go back to the etch now”

[@Qurdall]

The absolute best part of whatching you make this was watching you struggle and problem solve. Never stop challenging yourself and your videos will always be worth watching!