Making Nebula Damascus Skeleton knife from bearing balls

[@brysonalden5414]

Doing this without adding powdered steel to the canister must have been a heck of a challenge! I didn't expect it would work as well as it obviously did, congratulations in a super build!

[@aetherseraph]

It seems to me the key to getting it to work as well as it did was to allow the canister to forge weld to the exteriors of the ball bearing billet. Putting Ti02 inside the can would have prevented it from adhering to the canister and made the task of welding the balls together without filler material a wonky mess.

[@animemasters4]

My thoughts exactly.... In the first 10second of the video i was shock

[@PotionSlammerGaming]

The guys got a mill, no challenge at all

[@Xidification]

Given the size of the interior of the can plus the empty space between the bearings, I would have expected the billet to be smaller 🤷

[@penta123100]

Seems you are so expert. And know what talk about. Very nice.

[@polisheverything1970]

Wow the patternation on this was amazing, simply stunning work.

[@shahruzpakzad8603]

One of the most beautiful knives I’ve ever seen for sure. Thank you very much. ♥️

[@wjspade]

I’m gonna try this. I wanna resaw the billet into thirds, then twist & book match the middle section, and restack them. I think it’d be cool to have a variation between the pattern of the blade and the tang. This video got my creative juices flowing, thanks!

[@wheresmypudding]

Hey didint think I'd find you here

[@matusporubsky5477]

Did it work ?

[@Jesmod]

Hands down one of THE MOST beautiful knifes I've seen on youtube so far, ngl. AMAZING job! Congrats man, keep it up!

[@kyrerymmukk7446]

That's a Lady.

[@tl2402]

@@kyrerymmukk7446 nope

[@WgGabis]

The cute kitty saying "hii" to us is so pretty 😍😍

[@LastAphelion]

My new favorite pattern I didn't know about!! I would love a wood axe and maul with this pattern 😍

[@danielstellmon5330]

This is the first time I have seen a blacksmith cut the canister off. Usually I see people paint the can inside white or use another sacrificial material that will not weld. I now wonder about the pros and cons to each approch.

[@HansKnives]

Because the container is too long and is directly detached from the container, poor welding will occur because there are only steel balls in the container. My approach was more cumbersome. Each has its pros and cons, and there are different choices available in different situations.

[@wjspade]

@@HansKnives If you have access to a mill, this is the only way to do it! Grinding and/or cutting the can off is always a pain. @danielstellmon5330 Since there’s no powdered steel filling in the gaps, you’ve really gotta compress this all the way through or you’ll have nasty inclusions through the middle of the billet. Forge welding the can to the BBs is the only way I can see this working without powdered steel, so a sacrificial layer in between would be counterproductive.

[@soponyaihunor]

Beautiful job! Masterclass handcrafting!

[@jonbottoms8988]

Shurap has done this. This is my favorite pattern on knives. Genius that you used the mill to remove the canister. I wish I owned a press I would make my own. Excellent work!

[@fnafplayer6447]

Except Hans adds handles

[@HansKnives]

The hydraulic press was made by me. Thank you for your support.

[@murk_yo]

@@HansKnives Would you consider making a video showing the press and what you learned from doing it? Or if you followed a guide or schematic, could you point us to the right direction? I've been collecting a bunch of blueprints for it and weighing pros and cons of different designs - yours looks very well thought out!

[@mostlyanchors168]

This guy has the most expensive “blacksmith” shop I’ve ever seen. Even more equipped than some pro machine shops I’ve been in.

[@sokolisufaj2284]

The final product is just perfect!

[@Dan_Kornfeld]

A beautiful blade! The final coffee etch truly sets off the Damascus pattern. (Bonus points for rocking the Toy Machine sticker on the bandsaw!) Keep doing what you do 👍‼️

[@HansKnives]

Thank you ！bro

[@Baetzibaer]

Wenn das Damaszenerstahl ist, bin ich Hārūn ar-Raschīd ...

[@aboudkalish]

I'm Syrian and one of the things Damascus used to be famous for is it's very unique knives So honor to me to see someone abroad making such knives ❤ Damascus is the capital of Syria BTW

[@ichbinmartin]

Damascus is the capital of Syria BTW.... Really? Until now we thought that captal of Syria is New York!

[@aboudkalish]

​ @ichbinmartin HaHaHa so funny, I didn't know my city is so famous ,so It's unnecessary piece of information. if you are so upset I can delete it for you honey 😆

[@ichbinmartin]

@@aboudkalish It was joke and I am happy that you are typican syrian man with sense for jokes. I was in Syria in 2010, of course also in Damascus (and other cities). Beautiful city!

[@aboudkalish]

​@@ichbinmartin all love and mercy you and all people are so welcomed in Syria ❤❤🤗😘

[@jefflyon100]

The arra around Syria was famous for its wootz damascus. It's a far more impressive process than what you see here, it was a far better metal than anything else of its time. It's an entirely different process, look it up. Attempts to recreate the original process is getting a bigger following every year. The original method is lost to time. This is just pattern welded steel using plated high carbon steel bearings....

[@WittleGoofball]

Love the cat in the background 😭 13:57

[@monaChaalida-]

😯

[@jackvanzeeland2368]

That is a BEAUTIFUL blade. The pattern is almost mesmerizing

[@HolyGeko]

I know nothing about making knives other than forged in fire but this is very cool

[@GiltleyRage]

That was probably the best steel pattern I've ever seen. Outstanding work, mate :)

[@joshcarter-com]

I have nothing to add except this is one of the most stunning knives I’ve ever seen. It is profoundly beautiful. You did an amazing job on it.

[@kpotter78]

It's such a genius idea to bump it up on the ends to keep the length compressed! Beautiful work!

[@sshah2545]

What an absolutely stunning weapon

[@jacquivarela3177]

i dont even have a pocket knife or any knives besides the kitchen but I found this so satisfying and cool to watch.

[@Oden-y1d]

Well done crafting that knife!

[@davidhill1268]

Beautiful. I love the pattern

[@btomlinson21]

Great video. I would love a little more information within each step in regards to the equipment and material you use to help create this beauty. Thanks for sharing

[@bubaks2]

Also the silent press is much more civilized that a pounding hammer. Love it

[@phailynrowan7976]

It's a really cool effect and an amazing knife!

[@monaChaalida-]

😯

[@Executed38]

Wow. That’s a beautiful knife! Fantastic work. The pattern is unreal. Subscribed

[@MegaLaidback]

Tireless craftmanship, thanks for sharing.

[@johnnyfeher3412]

Craftsman at work! Awesomeness!

[@geraldstamour1312]

Dope AF results, @HansKnives! This would make an ideal boot knife with an equally dope sheath to complete the package!

[@bodiejay2859]

Amazing. I love it. It's a very beautiful knife. ~Kevin

[@vinceianni4026]

Beautiful knife mister beautifully made good job

[@user-vangogo]

Perfection...So absolutely beautiful...Just a dream!)

[@HansKnives]

Thanks!🍻

[@ValérioMartins-m4b]

Uma excelente tarefa, um excelente profissional.

[@ROkkstar1687]

That’s the coolest knife I’ve ever seen

[@JClark2600]

Nice welding skills. The MIG weld isn’t perfect but too many times knife forgers have ugly welds that don’t hold and this creates problems later.

[@margiobgh8689]

Capo!!!..Maestro!!..EXCELENTE tu trabajo y dedicación sigue así saludos desde Argentina Corrientes 👍🏻👏👏👏💪🇦🇷

[@toccatafugue5549]

7 previous attempts, finally a win I'm guessing it was worth all the f ups before, to get this extremely good looking blade , much respect, is it for sale,

[@bg-seraph6269]

I know it's probably not its purpose but it looks like a beautiful thrower with ring for spinning on your finger. great knife

[@adamkaminski]

So many tools and machines... Really professional

[@truthbeyondthemind]

You are the best - this is perfect and exquisite in every way! 😍⭐️💫👌🏻

[@DragonKnifeChannel]

I like to make Damascus steel. But it's a really good one. I watched it up to the end.

[@louiscyfer6944]

it is very pretty, but not damascus. it's pattern welded.

[@DragonKnifeChannel]

Thanks for explaining @@louiscyfer6944

[@TobiasKornmayer]

Awesome! Wonder how the pattern would have turned out if you'd have shaken the balls in graphite powder beforehand.

[@monochromefitness3905]

I loved how it turned out in the end but idk if someone saw the amount of power to made this single knife it’s just A LOT

[@tycrabs]

I LOVE that OG Toy Machine sticker on your band saw!

[@monaChaalida-]

😯

[@AhmadSadiq_Game]

صنعت تحفة فنية 😁

[@karlthomas2360]

wow. What an ending. Beautiful.

[@faridherawi720]

WoW Amazing work, can't believe that nice work !!

[@SofiaVanderPol-o3x]

You are the best - this is perfect and exquisite in every way! ️

[@sebarozt]

And this is why good knives are expensive

[@welsunsig6715]

@@sebarozt 🈹㊙️🉐🈵㊗️🈯

[@mrbolo16]

You are doing a GREAT JOB man. AWESOME !!!

[@richardschneider4775]

great canister Damascus steel...I would make something less lethal and ninja like because the metal came out so well. No powdered iron or steel and outstanding patterns.

[@johnprentice1527]

Gorgeous finish!

[@johanhenriksson6382]

Came out beautiful!

[@megadoom2384]

Beautiful knife,amazing pattern

[@patohara175]

Absolutely beautiful result 🔥😎🤘🏼

[@nethandelwampa116]

Oddly satisfying watching metal work

[@marciofradepqdt9803]

Absolutamente fantástico o trabalho

[@Will-de6uk]

What a stunning blade!

[@angelinamadalena2508]

Tão lindo Da uma vontade de passar a fazer também 😮 Tem parece que o processo é demorado

[@brazfelipe2447]

Muito bom video sempre tive curiosidade de saber como é fazer uma espada ou adaga, gostei muito, obrigado.❤

[@Chinmoss]

When flattening it at about 6:30, is the press set to a certain thickness or is it all done by eye etc? Just curious

[@masheroomboi2884]

Cool knife Why did you weld like that tho,

[@infamoushacker4chan883]

What was the second metal he used to make this into a damascus billet/knife? The bearings were steel, but what metal created the highlights?

[@plagueCLUTCH]

Now I’m curious if you added some larger steel balls and filled the areas in between them with smaller different steal and then poured a third powdered steal into the cracks? Damascus makes me just want to try random combinations and see if it comes out pretty.

[@paulfernandez2695]

Whats a beautiful Damascus. Realy nice. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ZweideutigEindeutig]

Omg this knife is a real beauty

[@PhileusActual]

When I saw you start without adding powder to the cannister, I feared the worst! But you got that thing really hot and properly crushed it! Great great work! Sorry for doubting you! Lol

[@francoisleblanc7761]

I'm a newbee in this, but very nice result. I'm curious to know how many hours it takes to reach this final result?

[@cesarherrlein]

¡excelente patrón! extremadamente prolijo, rectificado, perfecto... 😉👍

[@itsmeyourfriend1]

Taking a lot of work, but produces an impressive quality knife.

[@tourchani]

How to get such a beautiful knife

[@3liter833]

You sir are a true artist.

[@phillyblazen1736]

Simply BEAUTIFUL!!! 🔪 👍🏾

[@oldcloud2564]

Великолепно. Изумительная работа и узор.

[@amiltonjorge8154]

❤ Muito interessante 🎉

[@raulcabrera6134]

Sigue subiendo más videos como estos buen contenido 🤝🫂

[@andremaritz7304]

Beautiful knife!! Thank you for sharing!! 😊

[@christophergorgon9936]

Question: at around the 12:20 mark, you’ve got the blade somehow secured flat as the grinding wheel goes over it. What IS that? Gorgeous knife

[@RyanEglitis]

I'm guessing the pattern comes from the coating on the ball bearings? I'd guess nickel is in there to prevent corrosion, which could help account for the shine.

[@HansKnives]

you are right

[@brink666]

He used steel powder to fill in the space like everyone else. He's a fake.

[@NOVAM1A]

what steel ball bearings did you use?

[@garimpeirocaipira5975]

meu irmao ,pode me dizer come essa faca chama ,? e gostei do seu trabalho ,brasil te assistindo .

[@trongaiphan7087]

Do you sell these knives? They are truly amazing, very beautiful

[@johncollinson1061]

Is that handle finished? Absolutely love the blade

[@walleve7924]

Does anyone know what that orange liquid he used to make the steel turn black? It looks soo good!

[@EricStrebel]

Nice result but very very difficult to watch, as things are so slow, and there is no explanation.

[@NunoAntonioAfonso]

Obrigada por tudo isso. Vocês têm a melhor maneira de fazer dinheiro da actualidade

[@BigBear59]

A very well crafted knife ….i like it very much …..Alex🇬🇷

[@facundoespindola5089]

Amazing bro amazing 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@arathas1979]

Good job, love the work

[@nosirrahonline]

Hi. Can someone please explain to me how there is a pattern when there is only one steel content? I am genuinely curious

[@chaithamie8406]

Menakjubkan. Sungguh luar biasa 👍.

[@Shogoeu]

How did the pattern appear at the end? It looked smooth after polishing.

[@GhostDevourer]

bro knows how to make video game looking camos for his knives lol. not gonna lie, thats pretty dope.

[@cassiusclay7482]

Superbe effet beau travail

[@ryanvaze]

Real life Kunai! Amazing skill!

[@anonymous-tn6ij]

I’m wondering why when you champ for the holes you didn’t use the drill press and get them perfect you just sort of handheld it

[@ersetzbar.]

those metal inserts you use on the forge hammer to hammer squares, are they loose or is this so that they wont get stuck when they expand due to heat?