Making an adze - Blacksmithing.

Forging an adze from a single piece of steel and hand carving a handle. No power tools. A lot of treadle hammer. Open the full video description for more information.
A big lightweight adze with outsite bevel. An adze is used for chopping concave shapes example roughing out a wooden bowl.
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Materials: Spring steel, oak wood, tung oil.
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A few quick questions:
1. What steel did you use?
A single piece of spring steel. Leaf spring from the local junk yard.
2. What wood did you use?
Oak. Dead standding tree from the local forrest.
3. Do you sell?
No. Don't sell anything.
4. What oil did you use?
Tung oil.
5. What "power hammer" is that?
Treadle hammer and here is a video only about the hammer • TREADLE HAMMER - HOW M...
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Here can you see how I made the outdoor blacksmith shop • MAKING A BLACKSMITH SH...
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Location: Denmark - my property.
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Video gear: Nikon D7000, Nikon 50 1.8, Røde videomacro, iMovie.
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[@unclefuddelmer9224]

Bertram sir, you are a true “Craftsman” in so many ways, at such a young age, it’s difficult for me to imagine that you’ve Not been blessed from birth. We’re all in awe here at your expertise and perseverance. The birds songs in the background are soothing and beautiful. Well done sir!

[@pauloalbertovamosfalardequ6976]

Hello friends. let us be grateful to our friend who posted this video sharing knowledge. It doesn't cost anything to like and make a simple comment. It is the least we can do in gratitude for his work. thank you!

[@joolwing]

Love watching the birth of a good tool. Makes me appreciate the tools I have.

[@kalashrma3605]

No

[@joshjeffrey783]

Kala Shrma yes

[@jamesa7506]

You, sir, are the epitome of a craftsman. With the hand strength of a vise and the fireproof skin to prove it. Well done!

[@BlackBearForge]

I really like the camera angle looking across the anvil towards the treadle hammer and of course the adze is spectacular.

[@BertramCraftAndWilderness]

Thank you Black Bear Forge. I did subscribe to your channel about a year ago and I have seen most of your videos. Love what you do.

[@QuiChiYang2]

You are living life my friend. It seems with how you present your videos (the best in raw, naturalistic cinematography) you are working your way towards building a log cabin. The videos & things I can learn from all that...priceless. Granted the videos you present now are gems...

[@Rapidpanda1st]

Brilliant craftsmanship; I would be so happy with myself if I had forged that! I also really like your approach to using reclaimed materials. Turning scrap into such useful, personal items.

[@StonyRC]

It is the purest of pleasures to watch a Master Craftsman at work. I'm completely in awe of the skills you show in your videos - many thanks from the UK.

[@yotamgosh]

I like it that after you make a tool, you show yourself using it. It gives some context, and emphasizes that these are indeed tools and not decorations

[@user-yd4zu7jm9c]

Всегда интересно узнать от Мастера, что то новое. Руки умелые, такие шедевры делает, в магазине такое не купиш. Здоровья тебе и долгих лет.

[@aleksja731]

Бертран это не ковка это просто красота. Восхищаюсь твоим мастерством. У тебя получается не инструмент, а произведение искусства. Результат просто великолепный.

[@nickinthefield4202]

The man is an artist, in his artisanal crafts and also as a film maker. Thank you Bertram...

[@liegesaboya33]

When an artist decides to do blacksmithing . I can't make one single remark , this guy is fantastic.

[@yurkovsky_kirpich]

Всегда потрясающие и насыщенные видео на этом канале. Восхищаюсь работой мастера, добра и счастья ему!

[@JackyHeijmans]

I want to thank you. I will not be a blacksmith, though after watching you working wood with all the handtools, like a handdrill, I got myself those tools, and am now learning to work with those. It makes me less depending on electricity. I think electricity will go down in the near future, and it will be important to have the tools and the knowledge how to use those. Most people here only use the powertools, and don't even have the old tools anymore. I'm grateful! I hope you will have your drivers license soon! Much love!

[@JackyHeijmans]

@Matsumoto Outo We shall see.

[@JackyHeijmans]

@g % Not too long ago Puerto Rico was without electricity for a year or so, over a hurricane, earthquakes can cause trouble with the electric net, if it is a nuclear plant, there is a whole list of things that can happen, and so on. What I am waiting for is a big CME, for there are all kinds of issues in space. A CME can burn the transformators used for the net, and those are humongous, so not easy to replace. There are not even enough to replace them, and it takes a while to make one. There are lots of things going on. You can try Sott with the series Earthchanges, and if you want to see even more, try WSO, or any of the many other channels that are looking into things. I am not going to say more here, for if you want to know, you can find it all. Be it that nobody can say for sure what it is, and what it will bring. Have a great day!

[@JackyHeijmans]

@g % Me cavewoman, I would not know how to generate electricity, nor do I like the use of powertools. Each his/her own. I have oldfashioned skills, that may help. :) Have a beautiful day!

[@liegesaboya33]

Beautiful , marvelous !! The footage has a remarkable quality as your adzle . No music , no talking, just your work and the birds singing. Perfect. Congratulations from the mountains of Serra da Mantiqueira MG Brasil!

[@nightwolf1592]

Restores ones faith in people watching these videos. Craftsman artist of the highest order. Many thanks.

[@GlassBone710]

That step hammer is the most badass thing I've seen in a while

[@thenickfoxx]

Love the chain pulley system with the 30lb sledge. You sir could be sent back in time and fit in unnoticed easily.

[@fourkings7897]

I love how you made tools.. No fancy power tool, that's the real blacksmith...

[@johnlamb95]

Four Kings I do too!

[@rodricbr]

agreed

[@timfife7219]

You know he’s using a power hammer right?

[@yannickandrle7402]

@@timfife7219 One that runs on muscle-power and is homemade as I see it. A real power hammer doesn't work that way. Check around 1:30 - he is using his leg to stomp a pedal that powers the hammer strike.

[@MustObeyTheRules]

Tim Fife power hammer powered by his leg

[@NorthBorneoArcher]

every time i watch your video i feel im watching back to the future. nice vids

[@user-wr1jf3pw8u]

Уважение Мастеру!!! Тоже любитель ручного труда,без всяких токарных станков и электромолота, всё подручными средствами. Дай Бог тебе здоровья на долгие годы. Моё уважение Мастеру!!!

[@RayFromTheHayclan]

It was enjoyable to watch you use the procession of tools that you have been making. A beautiful adze

[@northernwoodsman]

I like how you use all YOUR tools. So cool.

[@dariusdarius9759]

Sir you are a real blacksmith With a piece of steel and a bunch of coal you have created a real masterpiece

[@Thomas-hi2sl]

Fascinating handcraft! Never seen anything like that before. It's really a peace of art. Beautiful!

[@user-lw4yu4oh3l]

Всех Благ Тебе!!! И Поклон Твоим Родителям!!!...Так держать...Ты из тех кто что то может и делает....Молодец!!! Дай Бог Тебе и Всем Твоим Близким Здоровья!!!

[@zdenekswiersovic8777]

Beautiful work. For us in the Czech Republic, this ax is called Teslice. I recently made a wooden trough with her.

[@konorkoler]

You're an artist in everything what you're doing. Simply perfect. Always enjoying your meditative videos very much, thank you.

[@maxborodatiy1393]

Without any gloves! A hands of a real worker man! Respect from Belarus.

[@cartercustoms4600]

This is what I love about blacksmithing, if you need a tool, make a tool. Making things to sell is nice and all, but there is a certain satisfaction from using tools that you have made for yourself.

[@user-iw1lx7jw5v]

C'est toujours un grand plaisir de te voir réaliser de magnifiques outils, merci à toi. 👍🏼

[@duboisb5210]

That is some fine blacksmithing . Great show!

[@zettle2345]

Rune Malte, that was one of a few times I have ever seen someone oil the handle before they mounted the head. Thank you, for all you share with us.

[@fotara]

Love these new videos you put together ...very relaxing to see something being made with old school skills ☺☺☺☺ well done brother☺☺☺

[@styrbjornulfhamr9404]

Always enjoyable to watch you work. Your workshop is much more peaceful than mine. I’ll need to change that. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@crippledrider]

This is an excellent video of your talents, very good!!

[@dominiccoscarelli305]

I don't know what it is but i can seriously watch this for days . It's almost therapeutic with just the sounds hammers clanging and the sound of ping of the anvil.

[@SouthPark4666]

Once again, I go to sleep less dumb thanks to your videos. Not only did I learn what an adze is, but I also have an idea of how to make it. Thank you :)

[@diannpowell1077]

It's a TWO FER! Not only do you make a cool looking tool but you get your exercise doing it!

[@obliviousthunder]

always a pleasure to watch you practice your craft!

[@nachoborda9362]

I love your videos. They make me think about how my grandfather used to work

[@georgecuyler7563]

I can't help but watch you make this beautiful adze, plus the tool you use to make the handle.

[@teston2testude]

Great, as usual! Love your skills and your working places!

[@stoutoutandaboutwithanorwe300]

There’s something so relaxing about your smithing videos. Hej fra Utah!!!

[@jerrystark3587]

An excellent video. Fine craftsmanship and a first-rate adze. Thank you!

[@ivansantella4587]

Grande Rune !!!Vedo i tuoi video con la mia bimba,,,,,il dito su lo vuol mettere sempre lei.Quest'estate andiamo a fare campeggio!!!! Sei un mito per noi! I tuoi modi, i tuoi gusti, il tuo stile e' davvero inarrivabile!!! Ciao dall'abruzzo (italia)

[@crazycoyote1738]

Wow!! Bertram.. that’s a beautiful tool you made there!! And the tiring process of hand/foot hammering it to a new form.. it’s really beautiful. Thank you for opening a window to your solitary lifestyle.

[@fhildebr]

Absolutely beautiful tool and expertly made!

[@alitschi]

Genial!!!! Ich liebe es Handwerkern zuzusehen, dass sind für mich wahre Künstler!! Gruss aus der Schweiz

[@davidb8872]

Always impressed with what you can do with raw metal 👍

[@DaneStolthed]

Absolutely superb craftsmanship!

[@handiman5]

Fascinating and very interesting. Thank you!

[@sourabhbarai4367]

That hammer jig is pure innovation... Loved it

[@mightyjo3young]

Fantastic! loved every bit of it. Your so calm when working its relaxing to watch. Thanks for making a video to show others.

[@V.V.080]

Молодец Дядька! С Руками! 👍

[@QuiChiYang2]

The utter satisfaction that one feels when he can fashion metal & wood into a tool to create object of use, utility and beauty must settle a divinity in oneself.

[@johnsawyer2516]

A true genius the grain in the handle just perfect.

[@aleksandrnesterov8586]

Well done bro, you are a true master of your craft-greetings to you from far away Russia

[@user-sk9jj9bm6n]

with this tool you can make wood canoe!! awesome job mate!

[@sole129]

Well you might be able to make a canoe..I am afraid a tool would not help me a lot:)

[@nicolaihel9165]

For hollowing out the stems and gar boards of a faering this will come in handy.

[@userequaltoNull]

@@nicolaihel9165 You taught me a new kind of boat. Thanks my guy, very cool.

[@dim1275]

Έλληνας Φίλε ; 😅

[@porkkana3136]

Amazing craftsmanship

[@selfmade6142]

I love your Videos. What a nice work. I am looking forward to your next video.

[@matthewmcmaster8878]

Absolutely Amazing, great workmanship.

[@rogercarroll1663]

Amazing work. This maker is a treasure.

[@user-qf8sq6lr5t]

Рун, ты молодец! Очень интересно делаешь!

[@CristianoPrudencio]

best channel of bushcraft

[@STWILDERNESSADVENTURES]

Amazing video and so beautiful work tool! Thank you!

[@bulgariabushcraft]

As usual amazing video! Greetings from Poland and Bulgaria!!!

[@JenHollogram]

Wow..fantastic!! from start to finish!! Interesting.

[@pentagon6538]

Обожаю смотреть как работает этот парень!

[@earthman112]

Любит свое дело

[@user-nm3br8sr1d]

Он это дело знает и так ловко получается

[@martinzata]

Great work. Great admiration. Great videos. Greetings from the Czech Republic.

[@geoffallert1921]

Love your videos, mate. Keep 'em coming.

[@the.reel.mccoy.]

That hammer stepping machine ya made is SICK too!:) Great adze!

[@Scotty2hotty-69]

They say he puts the hands of his enemies under that

[@davidquate420]

Excellent craftsmanship and style

[@KDCOOKINGSHOW]

Nice work. I love your perfection and another one is no power tools and traditional hand made tool also nice to see and mind relaxing one,thanks for uploading

[@user-rj4ev2nl8h]

Просто нет слов...смотрю и восхищаюсь... спасибо...

[@iwantosavemoney]

Your skill is truly awesome you must be a master at your craft

[@TheMcpvideo]

I am totally in awe of your skills✌

[@dogjustdog4466]

Brilliant piece of craftsmanship.👏👏

[@TheZorg2105]

Благодарю! Много интересных идей у тебя взял ;)

[@ohhappyday4868]

Wow ! Amazing !! What a dexterity!

[@andreborsch2266]

Fantastic craftsmanship! WOW!

[@Andrew-oq4oh]

Very good work, I always enjoy your videos! Great blacksmithing!

[@mossturn01]

Splendid job, beautiful tool. Well done.

[@mvmarcelof]

Wonderful job!!! Congratulations man!!

[@anitamavndia3033]

I love my friend .Excellent job.

[@Miguel_ON65]

Amazing really. You can make your own tools for all you need. Very good job folk!

[@adisuyanto8974]

Love it. Beautiful as always. 👍

[@nord4338]

You are a master smith, Bertram. Thanks!

[@flea8332]

That was amazing to watch Thanks for sharing this with us

[@issachulang4896]

I love the ways ,your way of forging steal .

[@pierreetleloup7846]

Du grand art ! Merci du partage... Bertram ! Great art! Thank you for sharing... Bertram!

[@glennwilck5790]

You have such an awesome shop very cool tools and you use them so effectively very skilled at whatever you do nice work!

[@user-bv8ou1wu7k]

Руки у тебя золотые. Дар Божий просто. Удачи тебе и всех благ...👍👍👍

[@jindrichpech2924]

Nice job and amazing natural work... I fan you man.

[@jaredlariscey713]

You have amazing skills man nice job!

[@LetsBeBereans]

that's got to be the coolest powerhammer i've ever seen

[@bunyaminaltinok9252]

Great tool you made, congratulations

[@tomsensible3999]

Looks really great. I've never seen the triple wedge technique for hanging an axe/adze. Awesome idea. Will try it next time.