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Alec Steele Blacksmith 2020

[@robertjames8220]

When Alec's dad was talking about that garden bench project, when he said he would make one "to my own design", the cadence of his voice and body language really shows where Alec got his!

[@cavman7]

He looks like a lovely gentleman and it is apparent he taught Alec to appreciate having a craft.

[@davidedgar3037]

​ I remember when Alec was a tiny wee smith, his dad said to me that he thought it was time he moved on from making hammers, well I think he has managed that with all the help he has had from mum & dad and the Norfolk blacksmithing community. Well done Alec . You can show your new wife and dog Scolthead Island

[@toamaori]

Alec: "Hey Will I'm checking out some new power hammers to buy!" Will: "Too soon Alec... too soon."

[@scottthompson8310]

Who's Alex? Haha

[@toamaori]

@@scottthompson8310 opps LOL aaand EDIT

[@quinn860]

👗😂😂😂

[@Kleion_RFB]

Alright, when does Alec's dad get to show off a project, 'cause I'd be down for that too.

[@deadtired2132]

A father/son collaboration would be amazing. Masters of wood and metal on one project 👌

[@luuk341]

Yeah ! I'd love a video like that too!

[@chalor182]

Definitely! He seemed really awesome and a joy to listen to

[@bramhall2002]

That would be so cool I would defo be waiting for this video.

[@anthonyjacomine6749]

If this doesn't happen I might actually cry.

[@projectmayhemUK]

8:02 when you said "this is going to be ash" I thought you were going to burn it, made me chuckle

[@dancaulfield1008]

When the guy answered the door with a hot piece of steel in his hand.

[@kaiirossbaird7623]

yeah, that was cool

[@gorillaau]

That amused me.

[@SauvikRoy]

Nigel's workshop was really cool! I loved the art objects he made from the rail tracks.

[@nunyabeeswax2575]

I call it "prepared". Prepared to keep working, prepared to see off undesirables such as snake oil salesman, prepared to drop red hot steel in someone's bucket of water because the kettle on the blink and they want a cuppa.......... ok I know I'm getting ridiculous now.

[@xmaswitguns]

We’ve met your Dad. Now this is a serious relationship you have with us all Alec.

[@482aragon]

Father Steele is so wholesome! Would love to see a collaboration making some kind wood and metal sculpture!

[@steprockmedia]

You've no idea what a blessing it is to have a childhood home to return to with parents there to welcome you. To have a sense of roots.

[@quickstream]

Please do a crossover with your dad, bring wood working and blacksmithing together.

[@botond4630]

Handle

[@robbieblair5659]

Beat idea ever!

[@lyulf0]

I think another katana is in order. His father can make an ornate Saya(sheath), handle and Stand while alec makes the blade and guard. How amazing would it be to have that for the rest of his life? Alec will forever have a collaborative item that was the culmination of both skill sets. An Heirloom that can be passed down to future Steele's.

[@billwithers7457]

I think something simple would be a good start. Something like a shillelagh with a damascus cleat would be a quick but very interesting project.

[@auroaxz3564]

@@lyulf0 this needs to happen

[@auroraborealisknives4019]

I hope Alec also helps Will to find a new power hammer. He deserves it!

[@herculesrockafeller]

I’m glad you mentioned Will’s power hammer. That video was absolutely heartbreaking. It would be awesome to see it resurrected.

[@bendulany7255]

Alec, your dad needs his own channel, I want to see some more of his work!

[@RevBrettMurphy]

What an amazing family of artisans! Cherish your father Alec, I lost my dad four years ago and I miss him every single day. We used to work on lots of wonderful projects together.

[@calebmcwilliams9408]

Anyone else notice his dad had the ring Alec made him?

[@Traveler98_]

Didnt even notice and now I cant unsee it lol.

[@wolfparty4234]

I did!!! Wow, that was the first thing I thought of when I saw his father..!! Pretty cool!!! I’m still waiting for him to show us his wallet he made right before he moved to Montana 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@TrealochLynch]

Funny to hear people talk about the "old" workshop. For me the old workshop was the wooden shed with the dirt floor in Norfolk

[@thejoetandy]

This Yogo channel has a lot of needless metal content.

[@awesomecreationschannel]

🤣 🤣 🤣

[@moonboogien8908]

The "yogositsonthings" channel

[@636kwackers]

Echoing the below, a Father-Son collaboration is needed, so nice to see such a proud dad and would be super interested in his own version of said garden bench!

[@benheinrich4306]

Already talkin with the kilos and the bloody hells. He is back in his roots.

[@thecashier930]

He's looking at a german powerhammer. Of course it's measured in intelligent ;D

[@jackburton37211]

@@thecashier930 he bought a Russian power hammer and it is measured in stronk...

[@---Michael---]

@@jackburton37211 everyone knows that Russian Powerhammers are measured in vodka per bear Xd

[@VinayVarsani]

Vladimir the impaler demands the metric system

[@Darthsinduk]

A beautiful moment with your father. My father was a contractor and died unexpectedly and I miss him. I was happy to see your father. Hug him for us all!

[@Fattman1243]

Your father seems so lovely, and quite the talented craftsmen you both are!

[@turbofish6134]

I really appreciate how he's dealing with the ad spots. His 30s/1min ads plus 1 or 2 KZbin ads is an awful lot nicer than being hit with 5 ads for the same length video on another channel.

[@micahwinters7021]

Is it just me or did Alex revert back to a stronger British accent

[@kierangrasby5728]

Easily done when you're back in the place you come from. Especially given that all things considered Alec has only spent a small part of his life in the States thus far.

[@pai1238]

Es normal que el acento vuelva a la normalidad cuando esta en su país. El oído te hace hablar tal como escuchas hablar.

[@MortRotu]

It happens even if you live somewhere with a totally different accent and return 'home' after a decade to some people. It's hilarious if you meet up with friends who never left and speak to them first without hearing them speak.

[@ronjones-6977]

I sound like a hillbilly within a week when visiting family in Arkansas. And I was raised in Northern California.

[@micahwinters7021]

@@ronjones-6977 haha yeah I’m like that too. I’m from Dallas but when I’m around folks that a country twang it comes out of me instantly

[@LoLSmileyFACE650]

seeing you in your fathers woodworking shop was awesome. I'd love to see you spend a day woodworking with him. it really shows where you got your eye for detail and fitment from just what little he shared :)

[@pvic6959]

oh no... he has to restore ANOTHER powerhammer? I wish you the best Alec

[@wsoeltkakd]

We need to see Alec and his Dad collaborate on a project! I can already see the lifetime of experience in his dad's work and would be amazing to see the different material worlds meet into something epic.

[@christopherchrist8752]

He said, we get to restore another power hammer... and all I could think of was poor will.

[@lostgenius]

Any update on Will?

[@spencerhallenbeck228]

@@lostgenius watch the video all the way through for your update

[@isaac2990]

@@spencerhallenbeck228 thank you

[@koretechx1]

It feels like traveling back to 2016 seeing you back in the UK and seeing that bit of your father's workshop that we got to see in the katana videos. Can't wait to see more! Fantastic!

[@tacitus101010]

Your Dad seems like an amazing craftsman and a lovely chap! It would be fantastic if he was in more videos! Maybe collaborate on something together? Oh and congrats on getting your old shop back, that's a bit of luck! Very special.

[@CC_farm]

Alex, glad to see you going back home. My favorite part of the vlog was you visiting your dad's workshop and seeing where your talents came from.

[@OwensGarage]

Seeing your dads work answers any questions about where your talent came from. His woodwork is beautiful.

[@lewiswilkins9136]

Alec!!! I did my year 10 work experience with Nigel at Fransham Forge!! He was good friends with my grandad, Harold Wilkins. It’s so good to see his forge again.

[@dan725]

We need a Steele vs. Steele project!! AND, SO AWESOME he’s wearing the Signet you made for him!!!!! Your dad is a good dude, in that he encouraged you to learn all these trade skills and such. He’s the type of father I strive to be.

[@relo999]

I like how Yogo is working on his British accent.

[@miguelangelguerrero3797]

It really satisfied my soul when I saw your father wearing the signet ring you made him.... he must be extremely proud of his son.

[@michaelotto2744]

Alec Steele episode VI - Return of the Pilkington!

[@smartgorilla]

I really hope so. Maybe a bigger one..

[@michaelotto2744]

@@smartgorilla evolution is a good thing, but Alec Steele, Barker Street and the original Pilkington is the fine wine of blacksmithing.

[@smartgorilla]

@@michaelotto2744 exactly. Hence he wants a homely workshop. Not sure about wooden walls...

[@dennisleadbetter7721]

Hi Alec, Good to see you doing some nostalgic trips back in the UK. That was also good to hear Will has been talking to Jason on fixing his power hammer. I hope that works out well and it lives on for a long time. Love the dog, fantastic companions.

[@jacklougheed4561]

It’s cool to see the signet ring you made for your dad a while back.

[@jad2468]

Absolutely love seeing you back in the UK, Montana looks awesome but something nostalgic about the UK scenery and weather. And your dad seems like a really nice guy just from the wee bit we saw there. Feel good video!

[@jeremieleibl8462]

This is no longer a forging channel: it's a powerhammer restoration channel xD Great video, as always, thanks! And welcome to Vlad the Smasher ;) PS: Your dads work is gorgeous!

[@jessemarshall7176]

I feel honored to have met Mr.OG Steele. He needs his own Channel. Steele vs. Steele

[@cosmasindico]

His old highchair. Just hanging there. Right where he can see it. I think Alec's dad is dropping a hint he wants some grandkids.

[@aronseptianto8142]

it's lovely to see alec's father to be a good woodworker and his son to be a good metalworker makes me wonder what their grandson will be master at

[@tomtinkersrezlife278]

So sad Will is going to need to be looking after that last episode I cried 😂 when it hit the G

[@ExarchGaming]

if you watch the video, he's going to try and repair it. one of his buddies maybe the one that cast the anvil for him?? probably messaged him and said nah man we can try

[@Benjamin-rq1fi]

Really special to meet your dad and see his shop and see where you started your career.

[@Tobias_Fuglemad]

Two episodes within 24 hours Let's goooooo!!!

[@wdwd11tr]

I know I'm not the only one here who's always wanted to meet Alec's parents on one of these. You should add a segment highlighting some of Dad's builds as well. that little ash chair was really cool.

[@SudaNIm103]

Your father is a charming fellow, and apparently, quite the craftsman; that slack-back double Windsor chair is absolutely beautiful!

[@bman296]

its nice to see that the craftsmanship runs in your family. It makes me happy seeing interests like that being passed down

[@tomasbortel3944]

1:53 wow that press must be like 6 feet high compared to Alec :D

[@Pjrfreitas]

Loved to know your dad. Consider doing a series with your dad doing that garden chair, he seems to be an amazing artisan and would be really cool to see how your dad would do that chair. Really got me with the shrinking wood part! Never know mr steel could be the next Alex steel ;)

[@Gazmus]

Alec you're driving through central London - I'm assuming - during a national lockdown. It will literally never ever be that easy again you big girl's blouse :)

[@finnice]

Think he got used to big open Montana roads and driving on the wrong side 😂

[@EdthePlumber]

Also now we are post first lockdown London is worse than before for traffic. But the tube is almost empty!

[@Will-mk5pj]

Anyone else want to see some videos of Alex’s dad making that bench? That sounds like a great father son project, if he would want to collab on it. Especially on that third one he plans to make! Imagine the masterpiece that could be made with a blacksmith and a carpenter working together!

[@bartroberts1514]

Word to the wise: when transporting heavy cast iron equipment, be sure to secure the load.

[@ronjones-6977]

Will said thanks for the advice.

[@bartroberts1514]

@@ronjones-6977 My heart went out for Will when I saw it, but with perspective as powerhammer accidents go, this was one of the good ones: no one died, no one lost a limb or an eye or a chunk of skull, no one was injured, nothing was broken that can't be repaired or replaced, and it was caught on tape so it's a teachable moment and part of Will's epic struggle. I guess I'm too late to get in on the 100% slot for the pool betting on how much of the powerhammer Will replaces with new parts.

[@Eremon1]

It was a heart wrenching thing to watch. But yes it could have been worse for Will. He did almost make the mistake of getting underneath it when it fell off the pallet. That would have been very bad if he had. Stuff can be replaced, lives can not.

[@njones420]

and don't use a palette truck for top-heavy loads, on uneven surfaces :( I've done this before with much lighter loads, and saw that coming a mile off...

[@UncleTobey]

I love forging don't get me wrong. Started when I was 14 and it's a treat. But learning woodworking from someone like your father would be an absolut delight!

[@hawkeye1939]

Talk about rub it in, wills watching this with tears in his eyes still 😢

[@darthbuzz1]

I don't think he could have said 'power hammer' more and seen more power hammers if he tried. And then made up for it in the end bit. A little guilt maybe?

[@markfergerson2145]

From what Alec said Will is well past the tears stage. Can't WAIT to see the repair plan.

[@gentlemanviking566]

I’ve worked there, was awesome. Helped build a wrought iron gate for a castle and helped build a clamping cabin

[@bdude92]

Father and son collaboration is needed Alec! Get it done!

[@tearstoneactual9773]

Man, your dad seems like a very cool and wonderful gentleman, and a hell of a craftsman in his own right. Would love to see more of him on the channel.

[@ThadWilson]

The Russian power hammer should be called "Vlad the Impactor".

[@ninus17]

Wouldn’t it have to be Romanian to have that name ?

[@darthbuzz1]

Very good Thad Wilson.

[@adamschaeffer4057]

A bunch of Russians and Romanians are pissed off right now

[@JeanPessoa14]

Maaaaaan! It was very nice to see your father! It is always nice to see a little bit of the life of people who we admire! Congrats!

[@jayoliver3734]

I love it that your dad is using an old Workmate for his mortising. Brilliant

[@shadowgolem9158]

The sound of a thousand thousand wives crying out in anguish! "See honey! It DOES make sense to keep old stuff around just in case it might be useful again!" Brilliant work as usual. Thanks for bringing us with on the story!

[@MJY8290]

nigel just hold them hot rods with his bare hands when they heated up

[@cecilshannon2586]

Your dad is a very hard working, very nice, and seems like an awesome dad to have! Love his wood work! Looks great!

[@Thundermuffin93]

Grateful to hear something from you Alec on Will's hammer. sure it is a bit weird to figure out just what to say, but grateful for your words. This is super awesome to see you dig up these old things and get it all fired up again. Excited to see what comes next sir! Cheers!

[@Felix_rc_fpv]

I'll be honest I think this was probably my favorite episode in a long time. Very cool to watch.

[@benleaver5059]

Can see where your passion for craft comes from. The bench your father is restoring is a Lutyens design copy.

[@SusseBo]

I find it extremely refreshing to follow such a positive and through and through decent chap. You so deserve your success. You treat the people around you with such respect. 👌💯❤️

[@Svarogsschmiede]

Прикольно, у меня такой же молот 😄 хорошая машина 😎

[@Sacha3861]

Хотел ему написать что он сделал хороший выбор.. советское оборудование прослужит ему ещё пару лет...

[@Reman1975]

@@Sacha3861 Yeah, most old Russian tools were seriously over engineered. They almost seem to have been built with the mentality that if the original purchasers great grand children hadn't died of old age before the tool's finally worn out, then they failed as a manufacturer. :D

[@tvoinet]

Не с проста им не пользуются, возможно что-то сломано или вот-вот.

[@butcher2033]

Когда видишь,красный инвентарник сразу понимаешь,откуда его привезли))))

[@papatomicjusz]

Regarding durability, in Poland we have one saying that refers to the quality of Soviet machines. When something is made very durable, we say: "гнется, не ломается". And this is probably the only saying that when used we say it in a foreign language.

[@JohnDoe-ce2wl]

thanks for not yelling at me at 3:55 - appreciate it!

[@elliotstokes6134]

REALLLLLY ENJOYED the workshop tour!!! That was so cool to see all those amazing and unique machines!

[@samthompson390]

Loved meeting your dad, another fantastic craftsman

[@CNC-Time-Lapse]

So happy to hear that Will hasn't given up on his power hammer. I do hope we get a chance to see more progress on it. It's become all of our baby now and we want to watch it grow up. lol Great job on the content, Alec!

[@StarvingJd]

Claim your “here before a million views” ticket here..

[@publicblacksmith9467]

hi . sub it

[@VagabondTexan]

Woohoo! Sub 6k. LOL

[@jpkalishek4586]

#12,996

[@ChuckCanada1]

This is the way.

[@Rulerofwax24]

I would be amazed to see that power hammer rise up again. That has been an intense project for Will and it would be a feat and a marvel to get it running true again.

[@Killianito]

Now that you're back in the UK, you should give Furze a call for that nice collab we were promised. Keep up the good work Alec and the team!

[@og-nesley3885]

I love the feel and vibe of the back home series. It's a fresh start that feels familiar and a reset. I'm sure it feels like it did when you first started with the excitement and possibilities. I loved watching your father because it tells us a bit more about you and where your attention to detail came from not to mention I'm a woodworker myself lol.

[@GoKartArmy1]

That guy has to be Alec’s uncle. Has to be. An armory of blacks nothing tools and machine that are on a different world level. All this time being a subscriber and we FINALLY see Alec’s dad...... gotta say, that was heart warming to see him out in his shop still working and tinkering. Well done you to!!!!

[@legolam8876]

I was hoping will wouldn't give up and scrap the power hammer cos I knew fireball tools and maybe this old tony could help fix it and remake parts. It'll be a job and a half but with the right tools anything is possible. Good luck will, can't wait to see how you go about heating up cast pieces that big for welding

[@hudsey78]

So awesome, just loving that he's back in the old shop again. And Jaime is on video again.

[@theoriginalbuggins]

Just lovely to meet your dad. Totally get how you got "maker" in your genes! Thanks for introducing us to him.

[@douro20]

The oiler on that Soviet power hammer is a typical marine shaft oiler. It was made in the city of Astrakhan which is an important shipbuilding city, and that may explain why it has that type of oiler on it.

[@Cowter4]

Oh jeez, the gas forge being set up in the shop gave me some serious nostalgia!

[@sarchlalaith8836]

Your old man is an absolute gem. I would very much be interesting in watching and learning his woodworking

[@karbonadehenning9052]

Your father have a voice of a storyteller, so comfortable and relaxing... It could be fun if you got some project with him on YT, and combined the art og tree and iron😍

[@mrfinder18]

Its crazy, Ive been watching Alec since 15k subscribers. Now he's 2+mil subs with 2 workshops. Keep it up man!

[@dannyarrowheadstalker3054]

Alec, please thank your Dad for loaning you to the Americans that love your skills you've learned! Were a very grateful bunch of supporters.

[@kookiboy]

Aw man, this is how I feel when I walk into my father in law's woodworkshop and he's actually working on something amazing. He is 78 and still has Absolutely Amazing skills...

[@ashleynevins4458]

I loved seeing you interact your father. I envy you sir, don't let one minute go by without knowing you are lucky to still have him.

[@brandontaylor6489]

Nigel's shop is amazing, would love a shop tour video of all his amazing tools and art!

[@darinareyacrazyman1505]

Alec, your father is a man after my own heart, I'm sure many including myself would love to see more of him on your channel!

[@chronostasis7355]

No wonder you're an extremely talented craftsman, your father also fenomenal craftsman. He must be proud of your works.

[@justgonnagetbetter1037]

Alec see's all these tools. "Ok, I'll take it all" And it's so nice to see the memories with your dad and the Barker St forge

[@TheWhiteDragon3]

It's good that after all the fuss you and Will have had with less-than-stellar power hammers, these folks allowed you guys to try these out _before_ you buy it.

[@danielmedin5068]

That wood workshop was beautiful!!

[@Rourke-Slimer]

Alec, i couldnt be happier for you. Just look how far you've come in a relatively short amount of time. You've earned your success and cant wait to see what you come up with next in the new/old workshop.

[@kristijanvuletic8678]

Your dad seems very calm and wise, I would definitely watch if he made woodworking channel!

[@walt9234]

I'm so stoked for these videos! Like the old days again. I'd love to see more of your dad's work

[@R3Kyt]

Papa Steele is so awesome and adorable! i can see where you got all of your curiosity and hands on energy for all the projects you do! keep up the great work to you, papa steele and esp to will right now

[@kristianhansen3404]

Awesome to finally see your father. He looks like a propper craftsman as well. How about making a father/son collaboration project?