Making an Ancient Indian KATAR Dagger! Part 78

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[@daavids55]

for someone who doesn't know Alec, this might seem random. But for someone who's been watching for years, this seems brilliant. Comedic gold.

[@pogan1983]

He was more original than the original. Though the cameraman sucked as usual. ;D

[@conollytom7049]

😂

[@FellowHuman18]

They should auction that piece. Might actually sell.

[@leonorapierluissi6837]

Thanks

[@andrewrehm1600]

I love the non-trivial amount of effort that went into this masterpiece.

[@Krltplps]

switching to the engraving microscope to draw the damascus lines was a stroke of pure genius

[@kiesh.]

Agreed, nearly spat my drink out 😄

[@tylerpetrov8094]

Yess, it was hilarious!

[@williamcadence]

Chef's kiss

[@ricrodrigh1]

100% that was the best part

[@ihaveitallyo]

Agreed

[@DarthVincentiusOfficial]

This may be the best video on this channel. They vibe is perfect, the parody is perfect, the fact that Jamie can even work the forge is amazing and I love every bit of this. I want a "Jamie forges stuff" series.

[@davesmith5656]

Jamie only did parts of the video. Some parts were done by Alec disguised as Janie disguised as Alec. It was so good, nobody noticed!

[@samuelthomas8777]

In all seriousness, the video where Alec makes his wedding rings is one of the best I've seen

[@jimhemmer3956]

Jamie’s Botch jobs 😂

[@randal_gibbons]

Let's start with a "Jamie grinds and glues stuff" series first. We don't want Jamie out of commission.

[@ivo.woltring]

As a long time viewer this was gold. Will’s “cameo” cracked me up so bad as many other moments.

[@elitecpudoc329]

Jamie is a true legend!! When Alec finally decides to give up on a project, Jamie steps in to knock it out the park. This is truly top notch work!!

[@GoodWoodworks33]

This was the 100% best maker video I've ever seen of throwing something in the trash. Jamie is a genius as an editor, friend, supporter, promoter... the list could go on forever. Thank you both for this comedically humbling reminder of our true human condition. BRAVO.

[@keshnikov]

Could not agree more! Well done to the both of you. Really nice to see such great silliness come out of something so sad.

[@Macca81]

I'm so glad Jamie gets this level of creative license!

[@alexechoz]

This friendship and banter is by far the best thing about this channel. I've been watching for five years now, I signed up to watch a man hitting hot metal, but I've stayed to see the most amazing and hysterical friendship - and this video shows just how good that bond is!

[@MrGoesBoom]

This was hilarious. I thought it wouldn't get better than Jamie imitating Alec, but then the segment with Will and the audio of aungish

[@steprockmedia]

Still too soon.

[@Funburned]

@@steprockmedia Forever too soon.

[@MrGoesBoom]

@@steprockmedia but it's practically the new Wilhelm Scream!

[@bgerry9]

Jamie is an absolute treasure and Alec needs to give him a pay raise.

[@cavemanvi]

AND A WILL COLLAB MANNNNN THATS AWESOME

[@theprowler31]

Is that Jamie?

[@robmarth2226]

What options does Alec have at this point? Jamie could just make his own KZbin channel LOL

[@Myxril]

@@robmarth2226 He could name it Alex Teele

[@robmarth2226]

@@Myxril what a sick channel it'd be 🤣🤣🤣

[@kedrickswain6509]

Plot twist: Alec actually was away dog training and knew nothing about this episode until it released. Also, props to Jamie for being able to enunciate so well with the microphone in his mouth the whole time.

[@Jd-zl7mn]

To be honest those bend in the blade make it look pretty cool.

[@jimmy5846]

in his throat, actually

[@adamaberle9820]

Best episode to date!!! Never have I seen Alec so animated and energized! Full marks!!!!

[@hayesbrown1021]

Everyone has always loved Jamie, but I have always been sad to see Will go. This content finally concretes Jamie's acceptance as a channel persona for me. Absolutely incredible, the mannerisms are mastered from the goofy smile in the dust mask to the despair of hand sanding

[@alexechoz]

Remember, Jamie was around before Will. We saw little of him, but he was around. He's always been legend in his editing, and the more we see of him, the more amazing he becomes. I'm dreading if Alex ever spends a block of time over in the US again, and we have to go without Jamie for a prolonged period of time!

[@knowbrainer233]

Man, do I love Jamie. He's been the best addition to Alec's channel and I'm glad they didn't stop working together when Alec moved to the US. They seem to have developed quite the friendship over the years.

[@patrickosullivan4354]

Can't help but notice the historically accurate pass through on the Fuller. In case anyone's wondering that's so you can see an enemy coming in your blades blind spot. Truly a weapon ahead of its time

[@Deemaldson]

Wow, Alec, I'm impressed. I thought you would have done another 4-8 episodes on this, but props to you for really putting in the effort and getting it completed in 1 episode! Also, Jamie was really quiet behind the camera this week...I kinda missed his sarcastic remarks. I hope he's feeling like himself again soon.

[@CRu1687]

every time a project fails we need an episode like this .... ps. a crinkle cut blade might be a fun project for a just because reason

[@MunkeyBrewster]

I was thinking it looks like a Kris Dagger, which could be a cool project

[@cornonjacob]

I love the fine detail of the red dykem on the handle, it's not overstated but it really pulls the piece together, accentuates the contrast between the layers of Damascus

[@ElanorNarmolanya]

Absolutely incredible. A brilliant farewell to the Katar and comedy gold for the channel. I really wish we could see a reaction from Alec upon seeing this episode put together!

[@Armand79th]

Part 78 already?!? Really knocking it out of the park with these long projects. 😁👍

[@kyoopihd]

Will’s “NOOO” is never gonna not be heart wrenching

[@aaronwild2894]

I felt the pain in his voice. It was heartbreaking.

[@MattTelepenko]

I replayed it a few times before I continued the video hahaha

[@Gobra5]

What was that from? I've not seen all of Wills stuff

[@flykintoun]

@@Gobra5 A couple of years ago when Will was working with Alec in the Montana workshop, it's on one of Alecs videos

[@Gobra5]

@@flykintoun Hmm, maybe I have seen it then because I've seen about everything Alec has put out in the last 5years, thanks!

[@RobertGracie]

Jamie has nailed Alec so perfectly its uncanny!

[@ortizguard2816]

You do mean impersonating him right? No porn on KZbin.😂😂😂

[@Armand79th]

Oooooooohhhhh mmmyyyy!!

[@TinS0lder]

That was not Alec?

[@gordy15604]

I’m probably reading too much into this, but after a few failed projects if Alec is getting discouraged please don’t give up. It’s normal to have ups and downs and we are with you for the long haul. That said, this video was hilarious.

[@paultrout4736]

By far the most entertaining episode The details The gestures Spot on

[@tenelitebrains]

I love the fact that there was obviously a conversation between Alec and Jamie to plan this. But Alec wouldn’t have had a clue what Jamie actually did until he saw the footage. That must have been hilarious to watch 😅 cracking job Jamie

[@abaguettewithacomputer415]

@melamaloneyou couldn’t even bother to make your name look like Alec’s could you?

[@richard-gn3es]

@@abaguettewithacomputer415 why would you make it look convincing? Its incorrect intentionally. Only idiots would fall for it. And thats exactly who scammers want.. idiots

[@Spiralem]

@@abaguettewithacomputer415 🤫 they don't know people cant see the numbers.

[@pyrojkl]

@@abaguettewithacomputer415 its more impressive people reply to the bot as if it could respond

[@abaguettewithacomputer415]

@@pyrojkl can i not simply do something for my satisfaction?

[@cityslicks1520]

We really... REALLY need to have an Alec Reaction video for this! Such comedic gold. Well done!

[@Merennulli]

We might even get a Jamie as Alec reaction to it.

[@alexanderabel9543]

@@Merennulli you crazy genius

[@unicyclingistheshit]

Aww man, the work under the microscope was top-notch. Your Damascus work is something to behold! The level of craftsmanship is unreal and a testament to the number of hours you have in the workshop!

[@Hirukaki]

Jamie is the hero we didn't know we needed.

[@tristohackenbroich3667]

In all the years and videos I've followed and watched I've smirked, I've smiled, ive chuckled, but by God this had me in physical fits of laughter hunched over. It's scary how well people can get to know others to be able to impersonate to this level I'm lost for words Jamie best video EVER!!!!!

[@R4N6ER]

When Jamie was in the grinding room I was trying to decide if Alec was pretending to be Jamie dressed as alec, then he shows the fullers on the blade and I laughed so hard at work my coworker was concerned if I was ok hahah. Thanks for this, really helped me on a shitty day.

[@steprockmedia]

Hoping you have a better day friend.

[@rileybri]

True strengths are looking a shitty day in the face and laughing into tomorrow.

[@alfredromero7941]

Alec should give this man a raise.

[@LewisStockton]

i thought Alec was supposed to be dog training but he never stopped working. Man is a legend. :D

[@PBRJOHN684]

Jamie, How on earth did Alec convince you to shave off your beard? absolutely one of the best episodes of part 78! 🤣🤣

[@duncanbrown4184]

Beards grow back. It was totally worth it!

[@daveb8598]

This has to be the most professional and polished episode Alec has ever done. I think this will be hard to top. Good job!

[@one650]

Jaime nailed it. Incredible impersonation

[@voicesinthedark8950]

This is a perfect example of even mistakes sometimes need a wonderful send off.

[@JiryStark]

Omg, this episode might just be the best ever. I died so many times. Jamie got Alec's persona so well its scary. Damn I seriously almost died of laughter

[@ianballiet3729]

This was brilliant I think Jaime needs more cameo appearances like this. LOL

[@psychcake1108]

This was.... Beautiful, thank you so much!!! Absolutely loved the clipping of the microphone. It just fit so well

[@benpaulik2327]

You should really put this into an auction. I'm sure somebody is gonna be willing to pay quite a lot, just because of how iconic this project has become and will stay.

[@rustyshackleford1910]

Nah, this one is definitely a keeper. It needs to be in the background of episodes as a learning piece

[@rustyshackleford1910]

Stay humble

[@77breindood]

OMG the first look of Jamie dressed up as Alec had me laughing out loud! and had to clean my screan afterwards...

[@markbrabazon7976]

I literally laughed out loud 😂 this was amazing Jamie. 👏 🤣

[@Drayvenblaze]

Jaime hitting the nail on the head with this one! The idea of the crinkle for the blade looks pretty good

[@CaptainTwitchy]

Bloody brilliant! It’s almost like you’ve watched him work every single day for the last several years

[@Ravenmadlunatic]

I love Jamie in the thumbnail lol. At first glance I didn’t realize it wasn’t Alec 😂

[@rileybri]

This is going to be remembered for the honest deep dive into Alec's very essence that a documentary of nith nature deserves. As a social zeitgeist forging bravely forward into the unknown depths of a creator's creator.

[@adunbar6784]

Jamie is a madman and a legend. We don't deserve him.

[@parksplant3299]

The absolute master craftsmanship put into this piece in this episode has brought a tear to my eye. That Katar is worthy enough to be used by the gods themselves. AMAZING!

[@alexanderabel9543]

Jamie should do an Alec parody monthly. this is now my favorite Alec Steele video

[@Jskjerning]

Jamie nailed Alec and Will perfect😂

[@deevexneekcraft]

Jamie had fun with this! His impression was spot on aswell!!!

[@stevendegonia]

Editing in this video was Spot On! The mannerisms were correct as well... but the wigs had me rolling in the floor with pains in my sides from laughing so hard! All in all, A Great Video! I Loved every second of it! Thanks Jamie and Alex!

[@jlush444]

Absolute Gold Jamie: This is what the internet was created for. So so good.

[@Deafgreekboy]

Jamie’s Mockumentary is legendary. More please!

[@matthewnugent3748]

This may be the funniest thing on KZbin right now! Fantastic work Alec (Jamie)! This should be a necessary step in all future projects.

[@djamescreations9957]

Jamie took the piss out of Alec so we'll you'd think they were biologically related lol

[@ryandornbos3121]

Your face. You capture Alec’s expressions masterfully. And your fabrication skills are impeccable. Shows that watching videos really can make you an expert. Well done mate!

[@Zoso14892]

That was so brutally on point that I imagine you'll be looking for a new job tomorrow 😂 Well done, I genuinely cried tears of laughter.

[@VagiPeti]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 Totally agree... He was so in the character you could not tell if it's a joke or a real critic... But I guess Alec and Jamie are so big friends that such level of sarcasm is allowed. I would not be supriced if they wrote the script together

[@ShinoPuppy]

That's the first time I've sat through the whole ad sponsor read, and holy crap it started to get brutal there in the end; I'm starting to worry for Jamie's job security.

[@JGooden762]

When Jamie started banging and pointing to the design on the table, I lost it! This was fantastic and a great way to turn a failed project into content. Good job!!! Oh my gosh! I just saw where he draws on the "damascus" lines under the engraver microscope!!!! XDXDXDXDXDXDXD

[@Myxril]

I think the last time Jamie was actually participating in any of the videos was years ago when he accidentally murdered a lens rim when doing THE MOST ABSOLUTE SICKEST swinging-a-sword-at-the-camera move. Absolute flawless, aesthetically pleasing, just smacked of greatness. And then he was never on-screen after that, except for a moment here and there. Now he finally got to be on-screen again and absolutely nailed Alec with his spot-on impersonation. It's as if he's spent the last handful of years biding his time, refining his Alec routine, so he could have it ready at a moment's notice to absolutely eviscerate the lad. Well done, Jamie. Well done. PS: I forgot which video it was where he attacked the camera. That shot should be immortalized in a gif, or maybe even a YT Short.

[@gatorb8]

No words could explain how perfect this was.

[@dawidwidera1819]

I'm impressed with the final quality, definitely one of the most sophisticated projects. It's hard to believe that it's hand made.

[@matthhood]

Jamie got tired of making 20+ part series so he took matters in his own hands and you cannot tell me otherwise! This was bloody hilarious tough as a long time viewer

[@jondamazo4080]

This needs to be a standard production every now and then. What a great time. I laughed out loud and scared my wife because she was sleeping. Loved it!

[@WoodyHaroo]

Its amazing how far Jamie has come on his own crafting journey. This would have been impossible a year ago. Nice progression of skill, thanks to hard work

[@stoneysshed]

Part 78? Boy howdy I’ve missed a few episodes :/

[@timothywaters119]

Jamie you couldn’t have done this any better. I couldn’t stop laughing when you threw Will in there too.😂

[@conormcnamara-reid8926]

Great to see Alec recover from the sadness of nearly messing up the blade so much work went into. I'm glad to see you pulled off a miracle and saved it in the end🙏🙏

[@Daliclock]

Props to Alec for being a good sport about it all, good on ya!

[@stephens2241]

As proof of how good Jamie is as a presenter, this is one of the only times I've actually voluntarily carried on watching through the sponsored advert at the end.

[@starlightwarden]

The Alec Super Saiyan hair makes Jamie's impression so much better than it could be, lmao. I love this amount of humor in the content you've been putting out, I hope we see much more like this lmao

[@koppecreative]

Best episode yet, the craftsmanship is impeccable!

[@robertsmith4681]

This, was the crossover everybody didn't know we needed, and oh how glorious it was .... Well done !

[@barrydewson7691]

I’m just so glad the Katar is finished!!! On to the next one!!!

[@thehweelman]

This was cinematography at its finest. Jamie is a legend.

[@weaponmaster6264]

Never clicked on an Alec steel notification so fast.

[@gannas42]

I can't quite put my finger on why, but the quality of this video far surpasses all of the previous. Whatever you have done... keep up the great work! Edit: The blown out audio during the SquareSpace promo at the end is genius!

[@brendanlane1649]

Perfect Alec impression and Bubbles impression at once. We need more Jamie!

[@Dr.Cosmar]

On any other channel, this wouldn't have happened. Whoever was doing the filling in would have tried to do the most professional perfect job they can...forgetting completely the fact that they are just here to entertain on the internet as far as the audience is concerned. Thanks for not being boring. Thank Alec for being humble enough to let you "dog" that hard on him. That's a rare trait online nowadays.

[@Raisopod]

I was already in tears but the moment you brought up Will for hand sanding and photoshopped a can of La Croix in there I was done for. It's over for me, I've passed on.

[@Jordan.Buckley]

The Will part had me dying, Great job Jamie!!

[@stick004]

This 78 part series turned out sooo much better than I could ever wish for!

[@Myxril]

Welcome back to the workshop! Today is going to be part 83,142 of "Reacting To Previous Multi-Part Videos". The video we have planned for today was our 83rd multi-part video, which was pretty long at a whopping 214 parts, but nowhere near as long as our 157th multi-part video at 739 parts.

[@iamthinksnow]

Do I need to watch eps 1-77 to understand what's going on in this one? I'm still working my way through the 174-part meteorite-into-Damascus series right now.

[@joshkemp2188]

I can’t think of a better way to salvage this project. Absolutely hilarious and amazing!!

[@roccov3614]

Making the whole blade crinkly was a stroke of genius.

[@EviilLaaars]

"It's a little bit thin in this spot" Cracked me up good! 😂

[@djamescreations9957]

I have been watching Alec's videos since 2015, this is in my top 3 favorite videos. Well done Jamie you deserve an Oscar for that performance. I laughed out loud at Will Stelter's banana pew pew, and moving to the engraving microscope.

[@oskarglans7375]

I’ve been watching since early 2016, and I really didn’t like this video at all…

[@joshsickles1163]

Alec is so good he can make it appear as if he is both gone training dogs and in the shop working on an exciting project. So cool!

[@BH-rx3ue]

the funny part is that the "crinkles" actually work pretty well

[@eloquentsarcasm]

Nothing beats subtle British roasts, Jamie did it proper, lol.

[@phazerave]

Wtf that genius came out of left field. Jamie you absolutely nailed it. The comedy on point. Alecs mannerisms perfectly exaggerated. Bravo 😄👏

[@joshuaghorbani9721]

You made a beautiful blade, I’m honored to have watch your journey for the past two years of making this piece. Good work, Alec Irone.

[@pocketchange3543]

Alec Irone... I love the irony, it Steele makes me laugh.

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

At first I thought it was a hack, then saw it for the artistic piece it's meant to be. I'll never FORGEt it!

[@farmer-jon]

Jaimie can REALLY take the piss out of Alec…this and the MTB frame with YOGO stones are Hilarious. Please do more of these from time to time! Nice craftsmanship….I mean artistic flare! Keep it up Jamie! 😂

[@jordonpilling]

This was bloomin’ brilliant - although it would have been cool to see Jamie attempt a bit of forging instead of the candelabra 😂 that said - when he switched to the engraving station I genuinely laughed out loud lol

[@eugenematison5571]

Finally! The master have saved the project! Continue to evolve, please

[@martinm3474]

Happy to see the finish to this Indian Knife. Great job Alex.

[@georgeporter1295]

If Jamie would have cut out the bit where he dressed as Alec I wouldn’t have noticed anything different

[@rossmcclellan5662]

Smashing job Jamie! Such a great way to salvage a project and give Alec time to focus on being the best dog trainer in the world.

[@stefansauvageonwhat-a-twis1369]

I was not expecting another one of these and it says part 78 so it sounds like its gonna be interesting oh this was fun lol, very wacky

[@R34P3R00005]

This has been the nicest suprise today! Thanks Jamie!

[@adamdax]

LOL The start of this is already PERFECT !!