Making Dragon Tongue Damascus pt.1

[@WillStelterbladesmith]

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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!

[@Palestrike]

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

[@MikeT]

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

[@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..

[@thebigb3ard]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@robertzarfas9556]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@nealthesmith]

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

[@Zogg1281]

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

[@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.

[@ShaMan54321]

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

[@Moreton2]

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

[@ericmitchell985]

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

[@Jaykex10sen]

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

[@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!

[@ThesisTheFox]

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

[@robbie3068]

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

[@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.

[@oneshotme]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@rogerrabbit348]

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

[@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.

[@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".

[@nicholaseedy3244]

I love the time you take explaining patterns.

[@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.

[@mmomox]

Fantastic Will!

[@ryancozza2282]

That is some art right there! Exceptional job sir.

[@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.

[@elementjoe]

Beautiful. Well done!

[@patrickhigdon7050]

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

[@dointh4198]

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

[@Grandwigg]

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

[@Michaela_Ish]

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

[@lawrence500]

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

[@b2bogster]

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

[@MagicBaking]

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

[@jlfrandsen]

Great interpolation of the drawing and forging, very entertaining video

[@xman870096]

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

[@froth7133]

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

[@RatelLaw]

Thank you for sharing your expertise

[@jefferybilby378]

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

[@TheGunCollective]

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

[@jeffhreid]

Great video!

[@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

[@troystaten5633]

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

[@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

[@jackriley7943]

Man I love your stuff!!

[@johnpawicz2297]

That pattern is amazing!!

[@survivingminnesota8381]

Love seeing knife building

[@JohnRoberts71]

Great content thanks for sharing

[@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

[@adambaron3802]

loved the drawn explanation interspersed with actually making the pieces!

[@hiol1]

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

[@clydegibbs1222]

Love the sound effects

[@mrtank1967]

Looking forward to seeing this wonderful work of art.

[@elitster]

Great job Will

[@jimcorbett3764]

I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product!

[@jasonspear6351]

Good content will. Keep it coming!

[@shanesmith7432]

Love the show will keep it up

[@billycurran9688]

I can't wait to see it finished

[@Neumann1960]

Love ur idea should look amazing

[@8ank3r]

can't wait to see the finished knife.

[@Zentron]

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

[@itzikca]

Beautiful video

[@huntintrailmetals9343]

Amazing pattern!

[@rhodie33]

great video

[@Trollsky]

Damn Will, this power hammer is a beast !

[@platzpatron5476]

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

[@Pjrfreitas]

You just blow my mind with this patern!

[@kpuff2477]

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

[@oldguy5381]

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

[@jaredpalko3015]

Liked this new format

[@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.

[@shibasss]

This is amazing

[@dhgodzilla1]

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

[@secretsquirrel726]

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

[@nobodynoone2500]

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

[@bfg1637]

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

[@n.j.s.5371]

What do you actually do with the leftovers? Could you try to do some sort of Mosaik patterned knife out of a few different patterned damaskus, could be interesting. For structure you could fold it one or two times so you keep most of the different patterns.

[@dcallan812]

Great explanation and some good forge work. 2x👍

[@johnsharkey2699]

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

[@josephlittlepage9510]

will im a huge fan of yours and have been since you joind alec way back when and theres a project idea i had because of one of your videos. there's a Disney plus show coming out soon based off the percy jackson book series will you honor the percy jackson Fandom with making riptide (Percy's weapon) and backbiter sword version (the main antagonists weapon) from the book series the backbiter will be extremely difficult because it's either half bronze half steel or a demascus bronze/steel which is impossible but your ideas are genius, also im posting a almost exact copy for Alec in hopes that it becomes a challenge to make them from their book descriptions and not the art to see how diffrent they look from one another or how similar

[@AdamsWorlds]

Whow thats allot of cash raised! Amazing effort.

[@clydegibbs1222]

I absolutely love the Damascus pattern

[@bryanduchane2371]

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

[@alexparadi522]

Cool sounding project Will. Any chance you can find footage that would let you show how the steel actually looks like your drawn pattern at each stage? Like going over the final product and explaining THIS part is from the twist. HERE are the 'c's. HERE is the ladder. I also wasn't clear on what pattern would result from taking your Cs and twisting them. Sorry, my mind isn't made for imagining these things :)

[@Fabrice1970]

So nice to see you elevating your game…

[@Dornul]

When you round the first bar over, how do you know what the top and bottom are, to make the c's?

[@EdSkiZm]

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

[@cwdavis1972]

Hey Will.... I've always wondered if using different shapes when forging would make more interesting patterns. Sooooo..... You roll the steel, then you square the steel, then you layer the steel...... Most shapes are either square or round that you forge the steel into, what would happen if you had a die that was triangular during the forging process? I know you can make triangles using round and square. But the triangle die intrigues me. Using all three shapes might create something unique.