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#Aleeknives

[@Aleeknives]

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[@noneyabidness9644]

Making blade-making accessible to all of us broke blokes. I love it. Thriftsmithing!

[@Aleeknives]

Yes sir! Cheers

[@chriswilliams5699]

I’m ashamed I just subscribed today; 20 videos later. Lol I’ve finally started shooting sparks and I appreciate the guidance and inspiration.

[@Aleeknives]

Thanks Chris! Glad you jumped in!

[@kidjetrecon7153]

Love your jig, almost identical to my sharpening method.

[@TheRaghavachari]

Subbed from India. I like yr quicker teaching style better than even Walter Sorrel

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you! That means a lot to me! I started out watching Walter . Glad to have you with is on the channel!

[@prepertruckin8525]

⭕️out of the videos of yours i have watched so far ... this one has been one I’ll commit to memory. The blade description was well said and the handle was as well. the finer details for what most of us are looking for that isn’t covered by most knife makers on this platform. Thank you for your time and effort that you put into the video, to share your skill. As far as the dagger goes... Badassery!

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you

[@wesleyliverman8955]

Just a tip that you or others might not know, if you put painters tape on the back of your sandpaper it prevents the sandpaper from splitting as you do the shoeshine method. Awesome technique, and great job on the knife.

[@Aleeknives]

Excellent tip Wesley! Thank you sir

[@Tromps04]

Hi from SA. Like your Videos. Always learning something from them!

[@Aleeknives]

That's awesome! Glad they are helping. I have a lot of fun making them. Cheers

[@cubizollesolivier4635]

love that you make small mistakes and explain how to fix them, thanks man, you gave me a lot of usefull tips

[@Aleeknives]

Your welcome! You would think that after almost 10 years I wouldn't make so many mistakes!🤣😂

[@wyattbussard9558]

Hey put duct tape on your sandpaper when you’re doing the shoeshine method on your handles. That’ll strengthen it and keep your sandpaper from tearing. Beautiful work, and God Bless.

[@Aleeknives]

Love that trick!

[@TWKKNIVES]

Thanks for the tips. Perfect for what I've got to work with

[@acg33ful]

Gracias genio!!! Gracias por mostrar que se puede realizar un bonito trabajo con herramientas básicas.. excelente.. incentiva a crear día a día. Saludos

[@Aleeknives]

🤜💥💥🤛

[@clitt4730]

I love the look of this dagger. Took me a minute to realize it was an extended version.

[@Aleeknives]

It was the entire build video. Aot of people couldn't find part 2!

[@kidjetrecon7153]

I subbed, I love your wisdom, I wish I could trade my drywall wisdom for metal magic, I’ve been injured trying to absorb, definitely one day I’m going to purchase something.

[@The_Shiny_Red_Dingus_of_Mingus]

Apart from doing pilot holes, if you are set on using hand tools and want to maintain a straight, 90° hole... take a block of wood that is at least 1" thick. Measure it with a set square and cut a corner out of it, keeping your cut true to 90°. Clamp it where you plan to drill, and you have a makeshift guide to see if your drill angle starts to wander.

[@Aleeknives]

Perfect setup man!

[@trainwon5699]

Good job as always thanks

[@Aleeknives]

Welcome Don!

[@willlothridge3197]

I subbed previously because this is my favorite knife making channel. Excellent content!

[@Aleeknives]

Thak you Will! I appreciate that 🙏! Cheers

[@itzrad4481]

Subbed not to long ago. Beginner knife maker. (Haven’t made one yet). I like to watch many videos before doing something. Great video. Look forward to my first knife.

[@Aleeknives]

If you have questions feel free to ask! Cheers

[@WinterXI]

1 bit of advice is dont get too upset if your knife doesnt turn out well 1st few times, ive got like 4 prison shanks lol it takes abit to get into it

[@Aleeknives]

This is oh so true!

[@pjamestx]

Another great video, looking forward to the kits being available in your shop!

[@Aleeknives]

Having a hard time keeping everything in stock currently! Cheers

[@robertguerrero8009]

And you presented this beautiful knife on my birthday, well done mate, love your videos...

[@Aleeknives]

Your welcome sir! Cheers and happy birthday!

[@tom16719]

Thats what I was waiting for! Thanks a lot, awesome video!

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you! I hope it helps!

[@nonsenseblacksmith1790]

아름다운 작품 입니다~ 그리고 영상 감상 잘했습니다

[@zarasdad100]

I subbed forever ago, I learn from you master! Seriously, I’ve learned a lot so thanks!

[@Aleeknives]

Your welcome! Thank you for the feedback!

[@stephenjohnson6841]

I subbed awhile ago. Thanks for showing what is possible without all the expensive tools and how to fix the minor mistakes!

[@Aleeknives]

Your very welcome!

[@davidostertag7689]

At 33:28 you should put some tape on the back of the sandpaper to keep it from ripping.

[@Aleeknives]

🤣 so true! A trick I use regularly, I had run out of tape

[@gurvinderkau1e5w18]

Dagger look awesome.filing bevels is fun. Great work msking beaitiful using hand tool👍👍🔥🔥

[@Aleeknives]

Thank-you! 😁🤩

[@jeffryrichardson3537]

I subbed. Love the work you do. So far I am learning a lot from you. I have just started making my first 5 knives. Your videos is what I’m using to keep me on point in my processes. Ty keep up the great work. Jr. dahlonega GA.

[@Aleeknives]

This I love! Cheers

[@martinolsson5617]

Really enjoy watching you work. Started to make my first leather sheat, got inspired by your how to make a leather sheat video. Watch a ton of your videos now. And I'll sub for sure! Recently completed my third knife that's going to a friend of mine. He wanted a hunting knife so I made one with my personal touch =) would love to show it off but couldn't comment with a picture. Keep up The good work! And thanks for The inspiration!

[@Aleeknives]

Love this! Feel free to email me at [e-mail]

[@martinolsson5617]

@@Aleeknives I Will! ♥️

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

I subbed. Thanks for the knowledge on how to make a special knife with just modern tools !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Aleeknives]

Thanks Jerry I'm super glad to have you here with us on the channel! Cheers

[@Pranjal_Das]

I subbed, I want to make a long double edged sword and a dagger, but I cant buy any machinery other than the angle grinder, I ordered a "BOSCH GWS 600 professional" from amazon and some basic tools, some of the tricks you showed in the video are really helpful, i believe the knife won't be a problem but a sword is kind of difficult to make without a belt sander. I really wanted to make a guard for the sword but that would need drills, so I decided to make the guard of wood, thanks for your insights, and I hope you keep making videos in which not much tools are needed.

[@Aleeknives]

I do plan to make more limited tool build videos! Cheers

[@stokermeister3]

I’m subbed 👍 using templates for knifes saves a lot of time and aggravation 😎

[@Aleeknives]

Yes it does! Thanks for watching and being part of the fun! Cheers

[@sanyok7777]

Just clicked like and subscribed you’re awesome dude glad and tone of information and you are MASTER

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you! Glad to have you on the channel!

[@28Hobbes]

Subbed recently, beautiful work

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you, super glad to have you with us on the channel!

[@garremannen]

I became sub number 17400 I believe. I like your video, look forward to seeing the others.

[@Aleeknives]

That is sooo cool! Glad to have you on the channel with us!

[@shirezknife5298]

veery good👌👌👌👏👏👏

[@zachary8339]

I subscribed, really nice job on the video, please keep them coming

[@Aleeknives]

Will do! Thank you!

[@ivocb9927]

I subbed before and i can tell for sure: this is mine favourite knifemaking channel!!!

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you! I really appreciate that! Cheers

[@ivocb9927]

@@Aleeknives wellcome Airin we all appreciate your effort in making these videos and your readiness to pass on your knowledge All the best in your future work!

[@davidhare9161]

Hi, I enjoyed this video. I have knifemaking tools and I build knives in my garage. But I live in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and I am moving 3,000 miles to Seattle, Washington. I am getting older now and I know at least for a couple of years I will be living in a condo with no garage. So watching your video I realized I can continue my knifemaking quietly in the extra bedroom. I have two Paragon heat treating ovens, belt grinders, etc., etc. I'll put the equipment in storage for a time. Decide later if it is worth the expense to move it. Thanks for the video. I know I can make knives Quietly.

[@Aleeknives]

I like the optimistic view! There is always a way! Cheers

[@philochristos]

I'm in a similar situation. I don't have a shop of my own anymore. A relative lets me keep some tools at his house, but it's kind of a pain driving back and forth across town to do different steps when I'm making knives.

[@davidhare9161]

@@philochristos Thanks for your comment. I will be more than OK. I am leaving Myrtle Beach, SC going to Seattle, WA. I am marrying the Beauty Queen winner from my High School in Virginia. I met her when I was 16. She took my breath away. Life happens and we did not see each other for over 5 decades and then. I never believed in miracles and magic before but I do now. Life is good.

[@philochristos]

@@davidhare9161 That is amazing. I'm happy for you.

[@davidhare9161]

@@philochristos Thank you Sam. You are a gentleman and scholar and there are very few of us left.

[@tyger1st]

Why did you make such a short dowble edged knife. As a combat Marine I'd want one at LEAST two or 2 1/2 times that long. Oh, I subbed.

[@drewcagno]

I would love to see you make a fairbairn Sykes knife

[@Aleeknives]

I can do that!

[@drewcagno]

I bet you'll make something truly special

[@weregecko]

the jig you made is the Gough Jig. be honest. edit: and buy a disc sander, ffs.

[@Aleeknives]

I am incredibly amused that you think a simple two-part jig that's been used for 100 years was created by Gough! I do love his work but come on let's be honest

[@weregecko]

@@Aleeknives that's what knifemakers call it, since he popularised it.

[@mconder4458]

Awesome video. Beginner knife maker and I have learned a lot from watching your videos. Haven’t made my first blade yet (just been putting handles on knife blanks), but getting ready to do my first blade. A few questions if you don’t mind, after heat treating, what did you do to get the blade to the final stage of creating the edge and sharpening? Did you hand sand to remove the scale from heat treating? Also, I know this may sound like a dumb one, but what type of file did you use for the beveling? Thanks for your videos and sharing of knowledge. You provide great detail into the processes that many other channels leave out. I subscribed.

[@Aleeknives]

That is exciting to start on your first blade! I got pretty close to finish thickness before heat treating this one. I also used the clay on the ridge for the differentially heat treated effect. So there wasn't much scale to sand off afterwards. I used a flat battery file from harbor freight on this one

[@duskorture]

I subbed. Massive fan.

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you Joel! I appreciate that! Glad to have you on the channel with us. Are you making knives yet?

[@duskorture]

@@Aleeknives i am. Zero power tools at this stage. Grinder manufacturers are criminal in their pricing. Id need to remortgage

[@hughjair133]

Do you mostly heat treat with your HT oven or with your forge? I am looking at building an oven since I am just doing stock removal right now, not forging. Awesome video btw!

[@Aleeknives]

I use my forge but it is not ideal!

[@michael7324]

I subbed. Sweet cap too.

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you Michael! Glad to jave you on the channel!

[@kestersmith3400]

This is awesome as usual. Very detailed and clean work.WELL DONE!!! Can you tell me the supplier for your scales

[@Aleeknives]

Oleg bashkevich. Knife-wood.cm Use ALEE15 for a nice discount

[@andyc750]

still looks cool as 2nd time around and should help some beginners as it did me back then, not that I am much more than a beginner now lol

[@Aleeknives]

Thanks Andy! I had made this originally as a 2 part series but I got a lot of people that couldn't find part 2! Cheers Andy

[@andyc750]

@@Aleeknives always good of you to do the helping others do things better, appreciate every one of them

[@danmurphy9304]

Why have I not thought of putting my grinder in my vise!?!?!

[@Aleeknives]

🤣😁your welcome! Just don't clamp it to tight it will split the case

[@vincentcocuzza8679]

I subbed!!! Love your videos!! I’m just starting to get into making knives and I’ve learned so much from you already just from watching! My shop is finally together and I’m waiting on some materials so I can get working on my very first knife! I have a question and it’s a dumb one but I just don’t know much about files so, my question is what kind of files do I want to use? Especially when it comes to the hand grinding the bevels and filing the handle to the grind to lines??? Other than that I love the videos and I’m a sub now lol!! Thanks if you can answer my questions!

[@Aleeknives]

I bought lots of different styles to test. The harbor freight files work fine but they will eventually lose teeth. The more expensive Nicholson files give a finer cut with less clean up work afterwards. Basically any files will work. Best files are old stock 1975 or earlier before they went to using the new powdered steels

[@vincentcocuzza8679]

@@Aleeknives ok cool thank you for the response. Yes my grandfather left me all of his tools in his barn and I literally have 50-75 old old Nicholson files and some w no names on it but, my main thing is what ones to use for blade work and what ones to use for handle work? Some have bigger deeper teeth and some are very fine so I just wasn’t sure if I can use whatever whenever or if I start a certain way?? Ect…

[@Aleeknives]

I use the rough cut to remove material fast and the switch to a fine cut file to clean it up before moving into sanding

[@nateand3]

I just watched this video under a different title lol i guess something went wrong. Great video man and the dagger game out gorgeously

[@Aleeknives]

The original thumbnail picture was an utter flop man! Worst performance ever! So I re-uploaded the video with a different picture

[@dgundeadforge17]

@@Aleeknives i thought it was a coppa thing. Im glad video wasn't taken down. Great video and i love your choice of handle/bolster material, really complimented eachother.

[@Aleeknives]

Thanks Nate!

[@nateand3]

@@Aleeknives have you ever made a video on deer antler? I have a buddy who has a nice little full tanged Damascus knife with deer antler handle scales and one broke. He wants me to fix it and I'd love to,,,,,but I've never messed with that stuff

[@Aleeknives]

I haven't done a video about it but I certainly could! It does stink pretty bad!

[@sudo_nym]

I loved that, Airin. One of my most favourite videos to date as it was engaging and informative. Thanks mate. I'm guessing you made the video some while ago, given the temperature in the Sunflower State? Minus 19!!?? The candy bars kept you going, too. Do you have much left of the English candy I sent? I bet it's all gone now!! 🤣😎 Great job, brother. Super super well done!! 🤜💥🤛

[@Aleeknives]

I still have several bars awaiting a new project!😉 I only break into them on special occasions! I really enjoyed that package! Literally the coolest thing anyone has ever done for me! Cheers Pete. I hope everything is going well over there. Things here in the states are continuing to get crazy.

[@sudo_nym]

@@Aleeknives You’re so welcome, buddy. Hope you enjoy them. It was my way of showing my appreciation for your work. Going okay over here. We’re pretty much back to normal now, so hopefully we are out of the covid woods soon. I’m halfway through a two week break, and next week I intend to get knife 4 done. I’ll keep you posted with the pictures of my progress. Hope you are all keeping safe. I see the US News a lot; I can only hope that it doesn’t get any worse for you guys. Governments are becoming crazy everywhere!! 🤜🏻💥🤛🏻

[@philochristos]

Did you skip a step? I didn't see you doing any filing or grinding on the bevels after heat treat. I was curious about that part because even a tempered blade is pretty hard. Do you continue with the same file method? I assume you hand sanded the blade. Did you use the same jig to do your sanding or did you free hand it? If you free hand it, did you find it difficult to keep that crisp grind line?

[@Aleeknives]

Actually since I was doing this knife 100% by hand I took the knife to a finish sanding grit before I heat treated it that way after heat treat all I had to do is clean it up with sandpaper also doing the clay temper the clay protects the knife in the area that it's covering so the only area that has carburization on it would be the edge where the Hamon shows up

[@philochristos]

@@Aleeknives But you said in the video that you keep the edge at the thickness of a nickel before heat treat. Is that how thick you take your edge before sharpening it?

[@Aleeknives]

This knife I worked theedge closer to finish thickness before heat treat. It was actuallya little thinner than a dime. I just watched the video again and I did loose some footage in there about right after the temper cycle. I didn't show finish sanding and etching the blade and went right into making the handle. Good eye Sam!

[@philochristos]

@@Aleeknives Well, I'm always curious how other people do things in hopes of learning. Thanks for the video!

[@dmitryk754]

Great video! But I do miss the really detailed multipart build videos. I know they are probably less popular on here.

[@Aleeknives]

I plan to do another series! I won't let you down!

[@nicolasdesbrosses76]

Hi Alee, another very nice blade that you have prepared. For your selective quenching, why did you first soak in water and then in oil ?

[@nicolasdesbrosses76]

And what kind of wood do you use?

[@Aleeknives]

I wanted the hamon to pop on this one so rapid quench in water helps the steel transition faster! But quickly to the oil to not quench too fast. This is elm burl

[@marinevet8853]

I subbed btw but wanted to comment I use that method for bevels and it works great but by golly it takes forever lol but looks great once you drawl file it all clean

[@Aleeknives]

If I had to do it all the time I found an air file that I would mount to an arm and it would go much faster!

[@robertgolden1080]

Excellent knife. Outstanding video. I’ve learned a ton watching your videos. So now, I have family members that want knifes for the holidays. So I got some stainless steel blanks from eBay and will make some scales for them. After the holidays I’m going to pickup a forge from Amazon. Then pick up some bar stock and go to the next level. What’s your experience and take on using stainless steel. Anyways I’m looking forward to your next project.

[@Aleeknives]

Stainless requires a heat treating oven to heat treat properly. You can't do it reliably with a forge. I have not used stainless for that reason

[@robertgolden1080]

@@Aleeknives Ok. I get it, that’s why you don’t see stainless steel knife making on KZbin . I’ll do the scales only for the SS knifes. I can’t even get my wife to clean up the steel knifes right after she’s used it. It goes right into the dishwasher or the sink. It’s probably a secret ploy she has for me to dice up onions with the knifes that I’ve made. Because I clean it right after I use it. Anyways love your videos. You are a Jedi Master for us out there in KZbin land.

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you

[@TheBroot0999]

Dude those curved plunge lines meeting the ricasso being so symmetric..... Holy #$&*. That is beyond crispy. Loved the profile. Not a fan of those handle colors. Though I am going to try that "mothers" finish.....how well does it work on purple heart wood? What finish would you recommend for Purpleheart Handled kitchen knives?

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you I appreciate that! I use a lot of different color handle woods and things like that and handles sometimes it floats people's boats and sometimes it doesn't. Purple Heart would be great with Mother's polishing compound and I would probably finish it off with a tongue oil finish

[@Glenfilthie1]

Good work, Aaron! I am glad you are picking up sponsors - Empire Abrasives? That should be a good partnership. I hope you both make a million bucks. Keep the vids coming!

[@Aleeknives]

Thanks man! Empire isn't paying me but I do love the products! Give a good shout out where I can! Cheers

[@milanradak269]

I subbed

[@Aleeknives]

Glad to have you here Milan!

[@allanbrydson6563]

Nice work as always bud👌. Hope you dont mind me asking but why did you attach the bolster first?

[@Aleeknives]

I am always trying new things. I had seen other makers doing it this way and wanted to see if there was any advantage. I didn't see any advantage over making one peice scales and then applying them

[@allanbrydson6563]

@@Aleeknives ahh that now makes sense. I think if I tried it my nerves would be all over the place, will stick to what I know. Thanks for your reply man, love your work👍

[@dakotaadams1630]

I Subbed

[@Aleeknives]

Sweet! Glad to have you join us here!

[@gideonjoubert5975]

I subbed. Would I be able to order this exact knife from you in South Africa?

[@Aleeknives]

Unfortunately I'm not taking any custom orders

[@autechrr]

I've been a subscriber for a long time. Where can I get precision ground steel online for a good price?

[@Aleeknives]

New Jersey steel baron is my go to

[@Chewcudda]

I subbed... can't find the knife blade I want so just gonna make it myself.

[@zackablett2918]

Looking on etsy and nothing comes up? I just got a forge and would like ti try this knife out as my first knife

[@Aleeknives]

Unfortunately Zach I haven't been able to keep the parts in stock to continue these kits!

[@zackablett2918]

@@Aleeknives darn 😕 guess I could just order some 1095 from Amazon would you recommend that?

[@Aleeknives]

I actually have a link for it in the video description. I would suggest the link for the 1084 though. It is a little more forgiving to heat treat

[@zackablett2918]

@@Aleeknives awesome I will add it to the cart! Do you trust the hand scales from Amazon also? I wanna make my own eventually but would like to start making a few knives first... also thanks for all the videos you make I just started watching them the other day and definitely getting alot of much needed info

[@Aleeknives]

They are fine. Definitely not top of the line but are just fine

[@charliebowen5071]

Super wide for a boot blade

[@Aleeknives]

Yes it is

[@tiresomekarma4054]

What was the wood kind you had shipped over from Ukraine?

[@Aleeknives]

Stabilized elm burl

[@tiresomekarma4054]

@@Aleeknives thank you kind sir

[@Aleeknives]

Cheers

[@YYCEyeGuyGord]

Subbed. Found your channel from that multi channel challenge recently, and thought I subbed earlier... Was wrong, but you've earned my sub

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you! Glad to have you here on the channel! Cheers

[@rashedtjm]

I would like to buy this dagger 🗡 from you if you don’t mind ☺️

[@Aleeknives]

Sorry this one is sold my friend! I apologize that I didn't catch this message earlier! Cheers

[@rashedtjm]

@@Aleeknives Thank you 🙏 for your reply, and I’m hoping you have the time to make another dagger 🗡 like this one ☝️, and I will be happy to buy it from you brother

[@dmitryk754]

-19F wow where is that ? 🌬

[@Aleeknives]

I live in Kansas City. This was filmed during winter

[@zcreelex]

"whoops"

[@jmfresquez]

I subbed! If I ship you a knife I crafted, would you test it and give me feedback. Much appreciated, and this video gave me SO MANY insights. Thank you, and keep up the good work. Cheers,

[@derangedmetalworks9489]

Dragging a file back and forth like that will prematurely dull the file. A file will only remove material during your push stroke. Just a piece of advice, especially for someone starting off on a budget. Don't wear your tools out due to misuse and save yourself some money in the long run.

[@Aleeknives]

Totally agree I meant to bring attention to the fact that I was only adding pressure on the push stroke.

[@elihedden6052]

I got bored at work the other night and decided to make a knife with similar tools as you did in this video. It’s hideously bad and made out of angle iron so it’s not a real knife. But I would love to send it to you so you could remake it with actually steel and make it actually look better 😂

[@Aleeknives]

Email me! [e-mail]

[@nateermine2849]

Im like quit talking and just do the damn job hoping to see him finish then he cuts it out the part i wanna see and hes all of a sudden he's done and still talking. Its like like he thinks were dumb ive seen what hes doing a million times. You dont have to explain everything your doing it gets annoying and cringy. Everything hes doing ive seen already.

[@Aleeknives]

Thank you! I am glad your an experienced knife maker a million times over. My channel is aimed at the guy just getting into making knives and those people really appreciate the Information. Cheers

[@kevinAuman1]

Okay I'm sorry but you should never drag a file in both directions or you will prematurely wear the teeth flat and render it useless or dull... You should only ever file in one direction either a push or a pull Agatha teeth of the file and do not leave the file touching the material when you draw it back to make another pass.... Just a little constructive criticism or a tip from someone who has ruined many a file before learning how to properly use one lol give it a try and let me know how you make out 👌🗡⚔👍

[@Aleeknives]

Understood

[@Osama_Aljazi]

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[@Aleeknives]

Thanks man! Glad to have you here with us on the channel! Feel free to ask questions and offer suggestions! Cheers

[@wesleymartins2942]

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[@Aleeknives]

Boom! Glad to have you on the channel!

[@dustinmorfe148]

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[@Aleeknives]

Fantastic Dustin! Glad to have you with us here on the channel! Cheers

[@Davesknives]

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[@Davesknives]

How long does a mirror finish take?

[@Aleeknives]

Thanks David! Mirror finish takes a lot of elbow grease