Making Dragon Tongue Damascus pt.1

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[@oldguy5381]

Journeyman Wii, just saying hi.

[@soonerfrac4611]

Ready for part 74 of this series!

[@n.j.s.5371]

I think there could be an spam Account under your comments.

[@alexparadi522]

Hey Will. Someone using your picture as their avatar commented on my comment with scam trying to get me to text them. I reported it, but I don't know if you have greater abilities to report them since they are using your picture and impersonating you.

[@ryanmeeker8587]

Do you ever take suggestions on new patterns for demascus steele projects? I wonder what a jelly role then twisted wood look like. I know jelly role is hard but it might look cool.

[@giggityguy]

The sort of spatial reasoning it would take to imagine and predict these patterns is hard to fathom. The fact that techniques can be endlessly recombined means that pattern welding remains an exciting and developing field even after a thousand years

[@SmokePineapple]

I agree

[@benjensen8540]

I mean he did draw it out for us!

[@timothycurvin7670]

It blows my mind how you can know exactly what the layers of steel are going to do and be able to plan patterns.

[@sjv6598]

It comes from experience.

[@Palestrike]

That "sheew" at the beginning really got me. one of the many reasons i keep coming back. great work Will; keep it up.

[@davidc2012]

Looking forward to seeing the finished product! Found the voice over & switching between the drawing & the actual metal to be an interesting way to present the video. I'm sure that it shortened the overall length of the video, but enjoyed hearing the description as the different actions were taken with the steel.

[@danjumawuse2739]

Congratulations you're the shortlisted winner's of the ongoing giveaway..

[@robertzarfas9556]

The drawings really helped me understand what was going on 😊👍

[@ericmitchell985]

Christ, my head hurt just trying to visualize that pattern. Looks freaking fantastic!

[@kekitech]

Will, that pattern is absolutely insane. It is SO pretty. What the frig. I almost didn't click because my monkey brain was like "nah that's fake".

[@MikeT]

I like that you took the time to draw it out and explain it

[@thebigb3ard]

Incredible dedication to your craft. It's truly a privilege to be able to watch you work.

[@patrickhigdon7050]

love the new format, we don't need to see every last hammer pound and the narrative was good.

[@slithery9291]

This has to be my favourite video you've done so far. Awesome planning and I can't wait to see the finished product.

[@electricpaisy6045]

Thank you for explaining how the Damascus steel moves in detail with every step. I always wanted to know that in previous projects.

[@MrGoesBoom]

Your editing was really good this vid, looking forward to part 2

[@bfg1637]

Id love to see a fossil damascus canister project. All them cut offs, slap into a can. A memory of past projects knife.

[@alexhamon9261]

Have you heard about the recent discovery of 3D printed Damascus? General idea is canister shaped line drawings are printed in regular old PLA to give you cells to fill with metal. Pretty basic canister Damascus from there except for a small vent drilled into it. The PLA reduces to gas and carbon that migrate into the steel at forge weld heat. Massive potential for quickly making all sorts of mosaic elements.

[@elrobbo6]

Remember seeing you first appear on Alec's channel and now really good to see you out on your own making some really good content. Congrats!

[@nealthesmith1913]

The drawings were a very useful way of explaining what you were doing. Looking forward to the finished blade.

[@Grandwigg]

Always a treat to watch these. Once again I somewhat regret watching with family, because it means I have to wait sometimes.

[@TheSurferboy2]

So awesome to hear about your fundraiser! Can't wait to see this dragon's mouth, teeth, face, whatever it turns out to be.

[@Zogg1281]

That knife is going to look amazing!! Can't wait for part 2👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@nicholaseedy3244]

I love the time you take explaining patterns.

[@platzpatron5476]

this will be the best damascus pattern ive ever seen. you really have a hand for damascus

[@kpuff2477]

Another fun project. Thanks for continuing to make videos after you stopped working with Alec.

[@tnlawman07]

First time viewer here. Just found your channel. Love the enthusiasm you have for the craft. I have done basic studies in medieval blacksmithing, which obviously is somewhat different, and am impressed by how you break everything down and explain it very well even on the modern equipment. Very well done! I'll be watching more now.

[@frankierzucekjr]

Awesome man, I really like your idea with this. I cant wait to see what it ends up looking like. Also congrats on raising so much money to help the ones effected by the flooding.

[@lawrence500]

I didnt realize how many crazy nice videos he did over the last year ... thats gonna take some time to watch

[@WiredWorkshop]

Amazing project, it’s crazy to me how you can picture ahead of time on how it will look, it’s super cool to watch you put it all together. Really looking forward to you adding the teeth in the blade it’s sounds epic!

[@Jaykex10sen]

I love this behind the scenes closer look at your damascus planning process

[@ShaMan54321]

Really, really enjoyed the way you edited this video! Excellent job switching between drawings and the actual forging.

[@8ank3r]

can't wait to see the finished knife.

[@Moreton2]

Great video Will! That's a mighty involved pattern you're making there. I look forward to the rest of this series.

[@oldguy5381]

Journeyman Will, good to see you busy. Just saying hi.

[@deonbabudayal1628]

Dude, you keep out doing yourself. Awesome, you sure to be one of the best leading knife Smith's in the very near future. Keep up the wonderful work and open mindedness. Taking this trade to greater heights.

[@darthmario6492]

Absolutely loved the editing of the video, it flowed together really well and was equally educational! Can't wait to see the final project, good luck!

[@rogerrabbit348]

Will, best video production yet, well done! Most profeesional looking since you went out on your own.!!!

[@survivingminnesota8381]

Love seeing knife building

[@robbie3068]

Love the experimentation of this build! Should be pretty cool when you finish it up!

[@DinoQueenJoules]

Is it possible to show us how the patterns are done using things like play dough or clay? It’s really hard to imagine the patterns being made and I think that would be super cool to see.

[@veego121]

Your ability to pre picture the end result is pretty astounding. Love it. Got to ask though, how in the world do you place a value to a piece made like this. Such an immense amount of work and effort.

[@ryancozza2282]

That is some art right there! Exceptional job sir.

[@froth7133]

Huh …. Wowzer Will. Love the attempted explanation of your creativity and genius!!!

[@ThesisTheFox]

im hyped to see the final product. so far it looks amazing, nicely done will. keep being awesome!

[@MrAustrokiwi]

Its been some time since I have watched one of your vids. I am now sorry I missed how you have developed your channel. I really like your presentation format, its respectful informative and delivered with confidence. Well done!

[@oneshotme]

Looking great so far Will!!! Looking forward to the finished product!!! Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@danbourlotos5188]

I gotta say, I love this idea, and you have annihilated the execution. Building that pattern one idea at a time and constructing that aesthetic is something you are very good at. Starting with what you want your pattern to evoke and constructing those elements is my favorite part of making damascus. Its what makes this an art. I am super excited to see how this turns out. The few times I have let an artistic idea take me down a path like this have been some of my favorite smithing experiences.

[@adambaron3802]

loved the drawn explanation interspersed with actually making the pieces!

[@clydegibbs1222]

I absolutely love the Damascus pattern

[@Zentron]

I look forward to seeing the end result of your pattern welded steel blade, the pattern is very dramatic!

[@billycurran9688]

I can't wait to see it finished

[@Nick_Slavik]

I'm really loving your channel, Will. There's a raw element to it that makes it feel very personal 🙂 I can't wait to see the rest of this series!

[@Pjrfreitas]

You just blow my mind with this patern!

[@razghost2]

I don't know what impresses me more, the actual work itself or how you consistently improve with mind blowing piece after piece. Also really enjoyed the editing and looking forward to the next part

[@elementjoe]

Beautiful. Well done!

[@ErikvanUffelen]

your mind must run on a different level than mine. No way i can follow these transitions. looking very forward to the final results

[@johnpawicz2297]

That pattern is amazing!!

[@mmomox]

Fantastic Will!

[@TheGunCollective]

This is freakin' awesome! Can't wait to see the rest of this.

[@RatelLaw]

Thank you for sharing your expertise

[@dointh4198]

Great job creating your very own pattern. Very nice presentation of your thoughts.

[@xman870096]

I'm eager to see what the blade and finished knife will look like, knowing your attention to detail it should be spectacular!!!

[@nathansmith1085]

That looks awesome and all, but it doesn't look exactly like the dragon's tongues that I fought. You'll have to try again.

[@Michaela_Ish]

I love this style of video from you, it is very cool seeing each step as you explain the project

[@MagicBaking]

Amazing work in this video the Damascus looks so cool, also I loved the editing and old film transitions

[@cyberwolf6667]

I love the pattern and I wondered what you did with the cut offs then I heard talk about reusing them. It got me thinking . You should make another katana but the traditional style using the cut off Damascus forged randomly for the outer layer and a lower carbon steel for the core. Using power tools in a old style blade design

[@secretsquirrel726]

Well done.

[@elitster]

Great job Will

[@clydegibbs1222]

Love the sound effects

[@dhgodzilla1]

Make some Damascus Lawnmower Blades! LMAO seriously it would be cool

[@jlfrandsen]

Great interpolation of the drawing and forging, very entertaining video

[@hiol1]

What a tease. Can't wait to see it!

[@nobodynoone2500]

DAng, you cut and grind away more sttel than I use in 3 blades. The result is awesome!

[@jefferybilby378]

Awesome Will, you always amaze me with your work! Keep on going , can not wait to see the finished piece

[@huntintrailmetals9343]

Amazing pattern!

[@troystaten5633]

You are making some pretty amazing stuff, thanks for showing us.

[@AdamsWorlds]

Whow thats allot of cash raised! Amazing effort.

[@paullmight42]

it's gonna be fire....pun intended

[@jaredpalko3015]

Liked this new format

[@jimcorbett3764]

I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product!

[@bryanduchane2371]

Amazing anyone can predict the pattern after all the steps involved.

[@jackriley7943]

Man I love your stuff!!

[@b2bogster]

Will you ar awesome! Your sound effects make me laugh everytime 😆 thank you!

[@Fabrice1970]

So nice to see you elevating your game…

[@DarkArtGuitars]

Looks awesome already. Funny just how much material you need to make intricate damascus. Feels like you could forge half a Zweihänder from the material used here :D

[@jeffhreid]

Great video!

[@mrtank1967]

Looking forward to seeing this wonderful work of art.

[@johnsharkey2699]

Sheeeeeesh great job Will I would love to see you colab with matt and ileah from that works that would be owsssssomeeeee

[@itzikca]

Beautiful video

[@jasonspear6351]

Good content will. Keep it coming!

[@shibasss]

This is amazing

[@Trollsky]

Damn Will, this power hammer is a beast !

[@DangerousDan666]

my first thought when I saw the pattern is it looked like a long feather, not a dragon tong, either way, look really nice

[@rhodie33]

great video

[@JohnRoberts71]

Great content thanks for sharing

[@billwendt4309]

I love your diagrams while explaining your design plan, especially with dirty, grungy hands. You do it WAY BETTER than Alec Steel because you're thinking it thru with the viewer instead of a rehearsed presentation. HINT: use a sharpie or super dark pencil so your drawing shows up better in the videos. Great work, keep it up!

[@Neumann1960]

Love ur idea should look amazing

[@shanesmith7432]

Love the show will keep it up

[@dcallan812]

Great explanation and some good forge work. 2x👍

[@EdSkiZm]

Final product is gonna look awesome, keep up the great work will, UR A MACHINE!! 🔨 🔪

[@blackmapleblades]

Pretty pretty pretty swell.