Making Stunning Twist Damascus Knife

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I'm creating five beautiful integral knives with twisted Damascus steel. The process involves many intricate steps, including forging, shaping, and hand-sanding the blades. The Damascus pattern will turn out beautifully. I'm using various handle materials like resin ivory, carbon fiber, blue burl, and tiger stripe maple to add unique touches to each knife. It's a labor-intensive process, but I'm excited about the results. Which handle material do you like the most? Let me know in the comments!
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[@KyleRoyerKnives]

Which handle material do you like the most? 🚀Get all the tools and materials I use through my free PDF 👉 www.learnknifemaking.com/mastersmiths_toolkit_free_pdf

[@orienboyer4001]

The course carbon fiber looks amazing

[@bikerXtrash]

Blue for me.

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

White handle

[@ericwilliams538]

To help with not getting shocked, run some copper tencel, or some sort of copper wire from your machines to the ground of your shop floor....

[@WhiteShadow4689]

What was the blue wood called?

[@83144600]

Kyle, I too am a knife maker in Australia. I haven't even been able to get out of my house into the shed because of major Depression for 2 years But I just wanted you to know that watching has really inspired me! And now I have my motivation back and am making knives again and am better mentally. All Thanks to you. Please keep up the great videos you're a pleasure to watch the best on KZbin...Cheers!

[@DrTubeman]

Good on yah ~Aussi, may the forge be with you...

[@Azradok]

To not get shocked, ground yourself and the machine to the same source. Search "anti-static bracelet". Electricians use these to not cause discharge when working on electronics so as to not damage the electronics. Same principle here. Keep yourself at the same electric potential as the tool. Take the lead from the anti-static bracelet and connect it directly to the grinder/buffer's ground. You'll get build-up charge on the wire wheel just like a brush motor, probably same with the cotton wheel on dry days. You'll can make a slipping lead on the axle and tie it to ground as well. This will keep everything at the same electric potential and you won't get the random static discharges. Hope that helps!

[@kimchi2780]

Rubber soled boots too.

[@ekhatchey]

Esd strap for computer building directly grounds you.

[@benr8772]

That would have been my answer, except there's no way I'd recommend a wrist leash anywhere near the spinning buffer. Buffers are one of the most dangerous machines in a knife shop without an extra dangly to get caught in the wheel. Would that bracelet work the same if attached to your ankle instead?

[@curtishatridge4325]

As an electrician with 40+ years of experience, I approve of this comment, and highly recommend using this method to prevent static discharge.

[@F0XD1E]

Not worth the risk of getting it wrapped up and pulling you in.

[@AndreaMerchak]

I like the dark ones, but the blue one is my favorite, it looks like a Van Gogh canvas.

[@rvsbladesnthangs]

47 years old and I just learned what a "~ tilde" is called. Thank you Sir for everything you have taught me, in, and out of, my shop. Really cool video my man

[@saulo5216]

It's okay, man. Not every language uses that character. :)

[@alanmcp4]

Hey Kyle, there are anti-static shoes you can buy, as well as anti-static mats. I used to work for an electronic repair shop and that's what we used to get rid of static. The mats are grounded to the equipment you are using, then the shoes ground you to the mat. It also insulates you from the rest of the shop and Earth ground, so you're less likely to be shocked by faulty wiring. Plus you can get steel/crush resistant toed anti-static shoes. Pretty handy.

[@jacksmith2315]

Isnt there a kinda like gel coating you can cover the floor with, like a paint or poly? I worked in an automotive shop that was previously a computer repair shop or something and the entire concrete floor was covered in it. Couldnt really tell until like brake cleaner got on it and it started to bubble/gel.

[@motaman8074]

It's so cool how you got the damascus to read subscribe! The blue handle looks like a painting by van Gogh.

[@FivePackAbs]

The "Starry Night" handle is stunning.

[@nenya3273]

the blue one looks like van gogh's starry night and im more than a little in love with it

[@1Tjump]

Kyle I would have to say the white ivory look is always my favorite contrast with darker blades. Hope you are doing well my friend and am enjoying your videos while I patiently await getting my shop back up and running. Take care buddy and keep up the fantastic videos and work! Sincerely, Evan M.

[@guillermoalfaro2714]

What's up buddy ohhh yeah!.man!.I miss you so bro and my favorite one ivory blessings to you and everyone 👌 👍

[@IdolTyme]

Amazing work, as usual! The resin ivory handle is by far my favorite.

[@williamboulanger3639]

Beautiful work as always. projects come and go but the memories of working with your dad and making the hydraulic press last forever in your heart that NO ONE can ever appreciate as much as you both or take away!

[@anthonystrunk5360]

Beautiful work Kyle! I like the white handle against the dark Damascus and the the blue burl wood handles.. Beautiful stuff!.

[@user-iw9up6vb4x]

Смотрю с удовольствием.Работы шикарные!

[@seanaldrich5024]

Radio stations use grounding mats on the floor that gets rid of static electricity so it doesn't shirt the computer equipment. So they definitely have a mat to get rid of ur static problem

[@Robpearceknives]

I appreciate your expertise with all equipment, especially the micro adjustment sledgehammer! Those all came out great. Hard to choose a favorite!

[@seakoko]

The tight carbon is my favourite as on camera it compliments the Damascus Twist pattern really well.

[@rss0128]

I love all of them, but the blue one is spectacular!

[@ZeFroz3n0ne907]

Wow they turned out spectacular! Dang!! 🔪🔥🔨🦾

[@TLRChad]

The production quality just keeps getting better and better. I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos.

[@rucuscoetzee4895]

Love the Burl handles!

[@VinceW187]

By far the best use of nestcafe bold, only a desperate person would drink that

[@williamweist7324]

Blue maple one has my heart. All your craftsmanship is amazing bro. Super talented . Love your videos

[@jamesstoffel6835]

Great video, and I love the ivory handle blade the best. Thank you for posting!

[@ramonpizarro]

That etching montage was hilarious

[@mannsdan]

stunningly beautiful knives!!

[@leonardocouto3885]

Kyle mano!Sou fã do seu trabalho,aprecio muito seu talento e dedicação. As facas ficaram show excelente trabalho!Gostei mais da de cabo preto que estava acima da azul na mesa,mas a azul também ficou linda!

[@redwolfknives3174]

Gorgeous lineup!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Stunning collection, Kyle!

[@_German]

incredible work! you make the best knives I've ever seen.

[@jakesells2379]

Blue handle for me! Amazing work as always!

[@craigburks2649]

Digging the white handle!

[@LonnieHutchinson90]

Blue looked amazing

[@ZeFroz3n0ne907]

The white handled one is my 2nd favorite and the one at 25:51 is my #1, I just love how the handle pops, it also works with the silvery to dark contrast on the blade, the pattern is gorgeous, the handle keeps your eyes going and you can look at it as much as you want but you'll always find something in the handle you hadn't noticed before. So absolutely amazing. All of them are.

[@paulina76161]

incredible

[@Pablo668]

I like the blue one the most. You do really good work my man.

[@stephenranti173]

My favorite is the first blue one you did!

[@dougbish5533]

The simulated ivory is gorgeous

[@kingjameson1318]

Sir you are my favorite smith on you tube and one of the most talented artists I’ve ever seen! Thank you for sharing as always and I love the white ivory handle ! Keep the superb craftsmanship !

[@williamhilston5987]

Kyle, you are a marvel with such skills. I always enjoy watching so thanks heaps.

[@raulrrodriguez7552]

The blue handle and I love the Damascus patterns , excellent and tedious work Kyle 🙌👍

[@paullambert4445]

Another beautiful build. Thanks 🔪🎸

[@PatrickHenry-nv4yd]

Kyle - another fantastic video. Yours is the best knife making site on YT. My favorite is the blue, followed by the purple. I'm not a fan of any carbon fiber. THANK YOU.

[@Lil-Bear82]

Ivory handle looks gr8 to me!

[@user-em5ps7rv6z]

ВЫ КЛАССНАЯ КОМАНДА У ВАС ШИКАРНЫЕ РАБОТЫ ,ТАК ДЕРЖАТЬ .УДАЧИ В ВАШИХ ДЕЛАХ

[@janpeterilg3338]

The purple one!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@chadconkling7034]

I like the red/purple handle!

[@raysmith5338]

I love this forging channel, at least he says what, why and how he's doing it I really like that

[@njbaquatics4827]

It would be the ivory for me it’s got a nice classic look about it beautiful knives

[@FuneralProcession]

The blue burl is my favourite but all of them are mesmerising 😅

[@hulkthedane7542]

I prefer the blue handle. Nice to see you do "many" knives at a time, slightly simpler than your normal marathon builds. They are all beautiful 👍.

[@khanhafeez4709]

Fine and hard work Bravo. Nice job

[@druwk]

The resin ivory is nice. With so much going with the pattern of the Damascus, I like the more solid handle color. Truly, they’re all beautiful

[@JimmyG91]

The blue one is my fav😍

[@kzarnold3678]

Nicely done as always 👍

[@MiMuFPV]

All 5 are beautiful but my favorite is the carbon fiber one at 24:46 close up. You mentioned they were weaves but it almost had the appearance of forged CF because of the swooping angles.

[@philochristos]

You make the most prettiest knives ever there were knives.

[@oz502]

The blue burl reminds me of Van gogh's stary night. Beautiful knives.

[@MASI_forging]

Amazing work as always. 😊😊

[@RichardCroft]

That blue black ash burl is my favorite , but they are all spectacular. 👏 I would love to own any knife that you create 👍👍 great work

[@TheMeditron]

Oh man, I have a hard time picking between the ivory and purple. The contrast on ivory is very cool... but that purple is alluring. Wonderful job as always Kyle!

[@winslowdodge286]

The amount of uploads is insane for the craftsmanship that he put in these builds

[@ricko3145]

Not sure how I stumbled onto this channel but I'm happy I did.Immaculate workmanship

[@dmitra9457]

As a fellow craftsman of a different discipline, watching you create these masterpieces each ith the sme amount of love and care is just extraordinary. I hope I can put that amount of meticulous effort into my projects someday. My favorite is the blue, hands down.

[@kiomn]

probably the greatest knife/ sword artisan of our age haha

[@TheOGfrenchy]

You guys should do an entire video on how to shape a handle like these! It’s not as easy as it looks, and to get that facet to come out, so nice takes lots of skill! I think a lot of knife makers focus on the metal and the blade work and don’t put as much attention into their handle shaping. I am absolutely stunned at the way these look. Great job Kyle!

[@Trunt87]

This blue one is my favourite.

[@sakiki777]

excellent work

[@choimeca]

That ivory handle 😍

[@joe-dp3ng]

If the Smithsonian Institute has not contacted you yet somebody should let them know you're work needs to be there. I like the blue wood.

[@thomassrensen7857]

Ever seen Freerk wieringa fit a guard… It is made when super hot.. And fits like hand in a glove 🤘🏼

[@gilbertuson4186]

That blue handle strikes me the most and I can't believe that's wood?!? Awesome skills and knowledge you have, artisan at its best! Greetings from the Philippines.

[@bedrockmaster1019]

Im first, hey I just began into knifemaking and I made 19 inch 5 pound kukri and I was sucsesful because of your tips, thank you!!

[@prophez23]

Take some copper wire and find a good bare metal spot on your buffer that you can hook it to and run it to a ground or outside and stick the end of the wire in the ground and that'll stop it. I've had to do the same thing to mine as well as my 1x30" grinder. Those blades are amazingly awesome and beautiful! Always a pleasure watching you make them. May the forge be with you!! 😊

[@chrisjvales2]

I waited 18 minutes and 9 seconds for your coffee break. Was worried it wouldn't be filmed! Love the content. You inspire me to get back in my shop and keep trying to make improvements on my work.

[@ShawnCantwellKnives]

Batch dang I can barley imagine making one. This rocks big time.

[@jimcan123]

I love them all but the blue is my fav

[@alanshearing7515]

Hi , my favourite handle is the rough weave version. Ultra cool the way the light plays over it , highlighting the deeper and lighter shades . I’ve become a fan of your videos for a while now , so Hi from New Zealand 🇳🇿 to you and your family. Alan

[@michaeldugrillon3756]

Hi Kyle the quality of your works is stunning !!! I’m from France and i’d looooooove to get the blue one !! It looks like a Van Gogh art « nuit étoilée » thank you for the sympathy you bring on your videos Your Damascus forging is amazing

[@benkirkland5354]

That video production was fan-frickin-tactic!! Nice edit! And the resin ivory was my favorite

[@ZeFroz3n0ne907]

❤Just seeing the photo in the preview, wow. Absolutely beautiful work Kyle! You are amazing! - Dave from Alaska! (Wanting to get into smithing, hopefully by next summer I will be able to get my first little forge and setup a little shop.)

[@DanelonNicolas]

Such an awesome work! I love it!! I think the blue is my favourite =D

[@leonmartinez7886]

Si tuviera dinero!!! Los compraría todos!!!

[@ralphkunze6441]

Beautiful knives once again!To avoid getting hit by static electricity when sharpening the handles, just use a grounding strap, like the one used when working on sensitive electronics!But a copper wire around the wrist and attached to the body of the grinder does the same Purpose! I'm already looking forward to the next video!

[@tesudarshan-indianforeigns936]

Its amazing buddy

[@RookieLock]

That blue handle reminds me of that Van Gogh painting.. Definitely my fav..

[@NineteenEighty8]

Best knifemaker in the US, period. Been watching you since you had like 2k subs. Never stop!

[@fettmaneiii4439]

OO i like the white kinda corian looking one. It would make a great gentleman's table knife for smoking cigars with the friends!

[@finchpyn]

My favourite is the resin ivory handle because it reminds me of a knife my grandfather bought for me which was sadly stolen in a burglary, it certainly wasn’t as beautiful as your knife but to a 10 year old me it was the greatest ever made. Thank you for reviving a great memory 🖐🏻😊🤚🏻

[@notthisguyagain8557]

Purple was my favorite too

[@seanaldrich5024]

I just saw an ad in the middle of ur vid and it was a drill bit that can drill squares and rectangles. It has some weird fitting on the outside of a normal drill bit. I know you've always done 3 holes side by side the file to get the right angles on all your handles but this square bit could be a game changer. Look into it maybe

[@nickminderman7380]

Man first time you uploaded this I loved it. Watched it again and learned more again. ;)

[@user-qw1ce5gk5m]

Все рукояти хорошие, мне очень понравилась синяя рукоять.

[@dankaczor8965]

Blue. And the Damascus is pretty good especially for a W’s billet.

[@pezhvaksutedelan2760]

I love first one before blue or last one after blue.

[@fedormarkvardt9054]

I'll give 5 stars to all 5 knives

[@tomrockholm-timeless_morph6691]

That blue handle reminds me of the Starry Night Van Gogh painting.

[@thomasf6549]

18:41 looks exactly like the Van Gogh Painting "Starry Night" ! Magnificient

[@kellycollier2026]

Starry Night is what I'd call the blue one. They're all incredible. Are these already sold?