Make A Knife With Cheap & Basic Amazon Tools | Knife Making

Get into the knife making game on a budget! This is how you start making knives with a fairly low cost to entry in your garage or home shop (probably with tools you already own). The cheap tools used in this build can be found on Amazon and can get you working in no time. So hopefully this video will give yall some ideas for crushing your day from home while in quarantine!
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Filing Jig - • How to make and use a ...
🔨Tools Used:
Angle Grinder - amzn.to/39GEUhU
12’’ Bastard File - amzn.to/2UVUQaS
3/8’’ Drive Drill - amzn.to/3aECPV9
Digital Calipers - amzn.to/2Z6EsUZ
Chain Saw File: amzn.to/2LH4Ly2
Jig Saw 5AMP - amzn.to/2Jx2zH2
C-Clamps - amzn.to/2x1mdbB
Sand Paper Pack - amzn.to/3dZXxRw
Auto-Center Punch - amzn.to/2yppeCM
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🔥Heat Treating:
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How to HT 1084 Tutorial - • How to Heat Treat 1080...
Soft Fire Brick - amzn.to/3aEMtHd
Bernzomatic TS8000 Torch - amzn.to/34d8vP6
⚠️PPE:
Resp-O-Rator (for beards) - amzn.to/2M6PMN7
Basic Respirator - amzn.to/2xLvxjE
Cheap Ear Plugs - amzn.to/2UEFY1J
3M Bluetooth Hearing Protection - amzn.to/38ock4U
✅Materials:
Brass ¼’’ Rod - amzn.to/2UCoR0d
Canvas Micarta Scales - amzn.to/39Dq6k7
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1084 Steel - amzn.to/2UE2ZSv
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✅Epoxies:
Epoxy Testing Video - • Epoxy Comparison | G-F...
G-Flex Epoxy - amzn.to/2UDSWwA
BSI Mid Cure Epoxy - amzn.to/2Jx4dZe
CA Rouge Epoxy (Alternative) - www.combatabra...
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[@RedBeardOps]

The free template for this knife is linked to in the description. If you want access to all RBO templates they're on my Patreon - www.patreon.com/RedBeardOps

[@RVsbladesnthangs]

Man, thank you so much for the information that you provide for those of us who need it. I made my first knife by watching your videos and I'm surprised how much I love the finished product. Thank You!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Thanks for your comment! Glad it's helping

[@ScrapMetalTherapy]

I wish I had such a guide when I started making knives a few years ago. Perfect guide, 30 minutes passed by like 30 seconds. And some humour as well :) Great job mate.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, I really appreciate your comment! I'm hoping that maybe it can get some people into the game of knifemaking!

[@SeyriwebBlogspotTr]

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[@liamryan7614]

"If you grow a beard you will gain 10% in strength and your awesomeness will also go up" HAHAHA Subscribed!

[@RedBeardOps]

Hell yeah, thanks Liam! Glad you liked it!

[@neverlandxx73]

@@RedBeardOps ditto subbed too :)

[@gopro2804]

Didn’t work for my girlfriend. She’s only 9% stronger. And I don’t like her beard!

[@crashdummy40]

@@RedBeardOps idk if you ever noticed but the more polished blade is it's harder for the patina or cold blueing to set it. But more so a patina issue. I struggled to the point of frustration. Last blade i was doing i was lazy on the polish said screw it. Patina was much more efficient. I roughed up the other blades a tad it made a significant difference in all 5 of my blades i did a patina on.

[@hebelphilippe3311]

one problem, i dont have enough hairs! -10% strength for me.

[@victorkempe5661]

As a bearded man myself i can say its true about beard giving you AWESOMENESS and Strength

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah Victor! 100% accurate!

[@daveintheshed4870]

This is how I started, it's a great way to get started and turn out some really cool blades.

[@RedBeardOps]

I agree, thank you sir!

[@bigviper64]

Thank You! This was a perfect video for me, I am “thinking” of getting into knife making and you have made this less worrisome.

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Good luck with your build. Cheers man

[@waynewalker315]

Absolutely enjoyed every second, especially the ending. Doing things like that gives you so much information about how you did on your heat treatment as well as handle construction. Great video as always brother!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Wayne! I do wish I would of thought about ordering some soft fire bricks before taking on this project... would of had much better HT results, but hey... live and learn. Thanks as always for the comment. Cheers!

[@jonreno4389]

Usually Videos talking about simple tools are complete bs. This guy did it right tho, Amazon tools and a torch for edge hardening. Finally I'll be able to heattreat the stuff I make.

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah Jon, thanks for your comment!

[@SeyriwebBlogspotTr]

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[@scottriddle5468]

Dude your channel is killer. Seeing you test the knifes endurance was good. I'm learning how to make my own knives so this video did help alot. Thanks Red Beard

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah, glad you liked it Scott!

[@Psychosurgeonpls]

thank you for not doing what a lot of idiots do with angle grinders and recommend gloves, just an FYI for anyone wondering what im talking about, if you wear gloves using a saw, angle grinder, table saw, anything with a circular motion ect. you risk it catching and pulling your hand or fingers into it resulting in losing a appendage or limb depending on the size.

[@RedBeardOps]

That sounds pretty darn painful

[@Satria7ati]

I really apreciate your safety explanation dude.. Thanks, so usefull 100% 👍👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Happy to help!

[@whiteskullz]

I had this sitting in my recommended for a while, and I was hesitant to watch it, but I'm glad I did. You've earned yourself another subscriber... have a cookie.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, thank you sir! Appreciate that.

[@MrMgkhat]

Thanks for actually talking and explaining. Every other video I searched about knife making/restoration is some wierd mute ASMR visual. 😆

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks for your comment sir!

[@NRiggiKnives]

Great job as always James. I had a similar experience when I started making knives- but I purchased everything from Harbor Freight. I made a bunch of blades with minimal equipment- then moved to a 1x30- whatever it takes but the important thing is that is can be done.

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome Nick! In reality you could do this whole project with a drill and a file! I started in a similar manor as you did. Thanks for your comment!

[@polydullmemes3497]

Making your own knife is much better than buying one. You can choose the materials and brand it if you can. It can be customized to your liking and is just much more personal

[@RedBeardOps]

Agreed!

[@Dearoldad]

Thank you from a veteran with 34 years in, getting ready to retire and begging for a hobby.

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah, thank you for your service sir! This is a great hobby man. You won't be disappointed!

[@Aleeknives]

Amen bro! This is a great way to pass the time!

[@richardnineteenfortyone7542]

Hobbies to avoid: telescope mirror making, ham radio, soaring, sailing, oboe playing, stock trading, golf, harmonica, and a few others. The knives I have made were made from rebar, so they are not as robust as the one in this video. For everyday carry, I like a Swiss Army knife... because it has a phillips screwdriver.

[@miso1002]

Vegans and vets have similarities

[@scrappybobbarker5224]

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[@dwightkschrute0441]

Love the videos. I’ve been interested in knife making for years but never actually started or gathered the materials. I seen tons of “budget” starts or builds, I would be interested in more of a mid level startup/build video with a higher budget and where you should allocate funds to the best use for knife making!

[@RedBeardOps]

Nice! ---- I'd say drill press / band saw are good places to start. Then of course 2x72 belt grinder... Check out the DIY kits from House Works and Beck's Armory.

[@gundanium3126]

PPE: I wear a pair of Noise-canceling ear muff style headphones when i am in my shop (that i actually on amazon) and listen to audiobooks or music as I work

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah. I love being able to listen to music and podcast while working!

[@toma1460]

PPE: Short story.... 20 years ago I was in at 1 of the big 3. Back before all this technology so I was fortunate to have that job. When it came to rules/ regulations of course we needed PPE, but no headphones. They provided the ear protection. I was 19 and wanted music but my job more. There was this guy 1 machine over who did wear phones and lost his arm shoulder and bit of his left ear. I learned real smart real quick about the policy protection for our ears not distraction from our jobs. Had to be aware enough to hear the machines when they go off, or back up, or any sound they should not be making. Ready to hit the BIG RED button when needed. Yes I did say when not if. So filing away with a file .... sure have some shop music from a radio. But please don't plug your ears with music to the point you can't hear your equipment. Thanks guys

[@forgetfulryan3241]

I'm only 13 but I've been wanting to get into making knives with metal. I easily make blades of all sizes out of wood so soon I'm gonna earn enough money for the simple things. Thanks for letting me know now what I'll need.

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome man! Good luck! Be safe

[@kailambert4693]

Nice. I just made a knife out an old saw blade(I’m 14). It was very hard, but great fun. Good luck!

[@SOCMMOB]

I’ve got a grinder and a hacksaw, I’m gonna make an Ultratech clone.

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck SIr!

[@sjeverett75]

1) I've been wearing 3M half mask respirators for 15 years. We get fit tested every year as required my federal law. Some companies require us to shave others dont as long as your seal will pass. Ive seen miners with twice the beard you have and pass with flying colors. 2. A bbq grill with lump charcoal and hair dryer will work very well to get your blade to non magnetic. Great video, keep it up.

[@RedBeardOps]

Cool to know about the respirators! Cheers sir, glad you enjoyed this one. Have a great weekend!

[@matthewmcnabb7437]

Very informative video. Wish I had a tutorial like this when I started knifemaking. A simple yet in depth look, very through on the points that really matter for beginning knifemakers.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Matthew, I really appreciate your comment! That is exactly what I was going for. Cheers man.

[@MrLexxmorelia]

Great informative video, also good to se someone promoting entry level stuff as opposed to complicated builds with expensive forging/finishing equipment

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shaynebates912]

I loved your honesty. Yes you can make a knife with cheep tools, yes it will work, yes the feeling of accomplishment is second to none, but to make something truly great it sometimes requires just that step above. That could be time, equipment, skill (from doing/learning) or just a continued love of what your doing and trying to better it and yourself. Either way for me nothing compares to the felling of achievement and the joy I get from making simple knives for my family and friends that I have been able to make from watching people like you. So thank you.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much for your comment Shayne! Much appreciated.

[@asta8409]

Thank you this was very helpful for me I haven’t started yet but I might soon

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sudo_nym]

There are a couple of take-aways here, for me (a knife-making noob, but knife fan of over 40 years) 1) The chainsaw file plunge idea is inspired! How I wished I'd seen THAT idea when I started making this knife! 2) The chainsaw Spanish notch idea afterwards makes a lot of sense, too. Cheers James, for the info and PDF! (I saved it 😉) Keep safe! 🇬🇧🤜⚡️🤛🇺🇸

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah man! Glad you liked this one. That chain saw file has been damn handy for me! lol

[@akibru2535]

Beards also fuck up Facial recognition so that’s an added bonus

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah... NSA can't spy on you.

[@LegacyGuitars]

The testing at the end felt like killing puppies. We all got invested in the knife, we gave it a name, then it died.

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL, sorry about that sir! It's a necessary step though. Breaking knives is part of the game! Glad you enjoyed this one.

[@LegacyGuitars]

@@RedBeardOps Great vid tho, I enjoy your content :) In all fairness that would have happened to the knife when you started using it anyway.

[@phil3671]

Hey you mentioned you don’t feel comfortable beveling with the grinder, try practicing on a piece of flat plate and use the grinder guard as a guide. Just like you would grind an edge normally but with the edge of the guard set up to steady your wheel. Hope it helps.

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers Phil thanks for watching. I'm sure the angle grinder can get the job done when needed.

[@joshwebb4442]

As far as epoxy goes, 5 minute set time epoxy will hold up for a while, but it isn't waterproof and will deteriorate after several years, 60 minute set epoxy is waterproof and wont deteriorate the same way 5 minute will (it can last upwards of 30 years)

[@RedBeardOps]

Fore sure! G-Flex has a 24hr cure. That stuff is great and long lasting. The CA Rouge is at 60 min and the BSI mid cure is 15 i think. Thanks for your comment sir!

[@tornagawn]

5 minute epoxy has a much lower melting point. It’s great for glueing fishing rod tip guides as you can remove/ reposition the guide using a butane lighter to soften the epoxy. But, use slow set epoxy for scales.

[@racheltruitt8981]

Woah! Right on Jimmy 😂😂 ! I'm glad you are still at it!!! I was on here catching up on soldering and you came up on my list!! -Rachel

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey, thanks! Good hobbies are good to have I guess. Keeps me busy. Hope all is well! 🙌

[@funnymanhaha6329]

If you REALLY have a lot of time you could make a knife using only a file, I actually tried it and only got it really roughly shaped it took about 40 hours in total or maybe less but I almost lost my mind.

[@RedBeardOps]

This is true! And I would lose my mind as well!

[@pnwenduro7476]

I’ve been watching forged in fire and really want to try making my own knife, your videos really help🙏🏻

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Glad you're enjoying them sir!

[@spalde3022]

Updates?

[@Andy-in8ej]

Be extra careful when drilling the tang, one slip and you will have to learn to play the flute.

[@RedBeardOps]

Have a great day!

[@lonosborn5705]

Awesome video. The one thing you don't cover though is how to get an old dog to teach a pup old tricks.

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL

[@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy]

you the wooded beardsman's brother? damn sir! Also doing exactly what this video shows for my own channel over the past few months. I'm working and learning as I go. Thank you fro teaching me another slice of what I need to know!

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome man, glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@jasonellis3379]

Hahaha polish it if your a massochist 😂 well I'm a spoon carver looking to make my own knives and found this video super helpful. Spoon carving tools are always mirror polished to burnish the wood when it cuts. Definitely need to look up that beard breather. Thanks for sharing all this knowledge. New sub here bud!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you Jason! Glad you enjoyed the video and glad you're on the team!

[@Shorty_Lickens]

Next time, are you gonna make a knife with Harbor Freight tools?

[@RedBeardOps]

Maybe, that's not a bad idea sir!

[@maverick5006]

OMG, all that effort and time just to place it in a vise to destroy it! Thank for this tutorial. Well done. God Bless

[@RedBeardOps]

Hahaha, yeah, destroying knives is part of the game. You'll always learn something. I didn't want to leave anything out...even though I knew the heat treat was sub-optimal in this case. Really glad you liked the video! Cheers man.

[@HWPcville]

I'm currently making a knife for a friend using ordinary hand tools and a thought occurred to me. Know the difference between a $50 knife and a $500 knife? About 5 hours of polishing. I don't make a lot of knives and I've never sold one (I manage to give them away) so I'm making him a $50 knife. Thanks for your tutorial, it will definitely help beginning knife makers on a budget. Update: I believe Geough is pronounced "Jeff". The "gh" is a soft "gh" as in "enough". Update to the update: Well I was wrong. I watched Geough's video and it sounded like he said "guff".

[@RedBeardOps]

Man I'm terrible with names. You're 100% right on the polishing... Teaches for patience for sure.

[@JoeDebono]

Gough is pronounced “goff”. (gh as in cough)

[@chrismous29]

love your way to share your knowlege to us, thumbs up!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Cheers! Have a great weekend

[@joshwebb4442]

Most places charge more for a single knife to hear treat than to buy the torch

[@RedBeardOps]

This is true, good point.

[@hhkkelly3502]

Just liked and subscribed, thanks for the video, everyone stay safe and have a great day.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much! Greatly appreciated.

[@multidimensionaltraveler806]

From the thumbnail i expected an Irish accent

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL, sorry for the disappointment!

[@timelliott6036]

Another fine explanation of the process. Thanks!

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad it was helpful!

[@exhaustedpacman1233]

Hey!! I wanted to let you know I have been working on getting into knife making, and your channel has been a huge source of information for me. I just quenched my first blade and got it hard enough to skate a file. My blade also started out life as your skinner design, and I had to make a few adjustments. Thank you so much for your videos.

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck man!

[@nunajobiz794]

Mind blown. I wondered why I was stronger, better, faster and awesomer. Thanks uni coloured beard.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, heck yeah. thank you sir

[@PearBearCam]

So what you're telling me is...I'm going to use alot of sandpaper.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, yes sir! Lots of sand paper for sure.

[@JamJamWasHere]

The beard talk after masks 🤣🤣🤣 you're amazing, sir - that made me laugh so hard I spit my coffee 🤣🤘😎

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it! lol

[@TheBarnacleBlimp]

What a thorough and comprehensive video. Knife making in new to me and I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I have to say the costing aspect really gave a new dimension to the possible taking up of this hobby. While a lot of people will have some of the tools and some may have all, it shows the potential knife maker that you can start cheaply and progress with better equipment as your skill levels improve too. Great video, thank you.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hello sir! I really appreciate your comment! My exact goal with this video. Really happy you enjoyed it

[@TheBarnacleBlimp]

@@RedBeardOps I have subscribed and look forward to more great videos. Many thanks Brian.

[@pr0faker]

The heat treat is better to let someone do first or get a good heat source, small brick forge or coal forge/fire with a blower would do the trick too.

[@ALWhiteAuthor]

Hell... all of my knives are made with cheap Amazon and Harbor Freight tools. Started with just an HF 1x30 and a corded drill.

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome man! That's how I started too!

[@007Jaredboy]

I really enjoyed this video, along with all your others, and its very helpful to show how anyone can join the knifemaking hobby -without breaking the bank! Of course if you really get into it you'll want a 2x72 grinder but even a 1x30 or other tools are very effective. Also any of my knifemaking tools (including my 2x72 and metal cutting bandsaw) I end up using to complete other projects in the house so its not really a waste. Last things last... I hate to be negative but- the mustard patina thing just looks terrible on a blade imo. Just go with a vinegar or coffee etch/possibly a stonewash...

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers Jared, this mustard didn't turn out well for sure.

[@samoanSAIYAN]

I actually watched to see your Beard but man, you put out one fkn good good video! SUBSCRIBED!

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah! Thanks man, glad you liked it. Have a great weekend!

[@knifeaddict1014]

Damn son your pretty good some rockstead quality!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much sir!

[@knifeaddict1014]

Red Beard Ops no problem at all, would love to do this one day, my obsession with knifes was about like collecting abu Garcia rockets lol maybe a little more so, got a Chris reeves coming tomor can’t wait to get my hands on it, also wouldn’t care to own one of your handmade pieces of art!!

[@brucecapitell7337]

I've watched tons of videos on knife making. Step by step with full explanations, this one was probably the best I've seen for people who don't have all the equipment like a forge and belt grinder. Subscribed!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed this one. I really appreciate your comment!

[@RedBeardOps]

@@meyou-mk3qz Make Everything has a great channel! I haven't "ripped anyone off" though. ? Sorry you feel that way. Hope you have a great week!

[@badmfthompson7820]

@@meyou-mk3qz that channel does not exist

[@67Bahloo]

You should look at Michael cathulu's respirator it is based on the unit you have but way cooler

[@RedBeardOps]

I'll take a look, thanks!

[@Schnozwangler]

Heed the warnings, tinnitus is a bitch (got some complementary of uncle sam). Great video mate very informative and easy to follow 👍🇺🇸

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Chevelle_addict]

Great job explaining. Thank you.

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad it was helpful! Cheers sir!

[@mbarker_lng]

One thing that is helpful with the angle grinder: Save worn sanding discs for the edge work. It will be slower, but a little more forgiving. Still must be careful though. Same is true of cut off wheels. I save some that have worn down (smaller radius) to get into tight spots. Dont take them all the way down to the drive-dog of course- they will break apart at some point.

[@RedBeardOps]

Great tip! The're a useful tool for sure. You can do a lot with an angle grinder.

[@caleb3476]

this was absolutely perfect

[@Bob_Adkins]

Instead of Instead of 1084, you can use an HSS lathe cutoff or parting tool. No heat treating needed, 65-68 HRC, takes and holds an edge like no other steel. Imagine a rookie cutting a notch in someone's fancy D2 knife with his very first knife! 😜

[@RedBeardOps]

Would be epic!

[@Bob_Adkins]

@@RedBeardOps HSS has a reputation of being brittle, but it's not really. I have made some really thin knives from HSS, and I have tried to break a couple. You have to bend them quite a bit before they snap.

[@JKoehr27]

Harbor freight has large propane a torch for weeds at 20$ that can connect to your standard bbq tank. I use it for lighting up my smoker also.

[@RedBeardOps]

Have a great day!

[@lilyanatorreszollman3805]

You should make a video war you make a anvil or a .a.s.o.with Amazon tools

[@simonforeman261]

I made a tanto out of an old file using only a grinder and diamond stones. Oh and torch for soldering the habaki.

[@RedBeardOps]

Very nice sir!

[@TeamStevers]

Rough grind handle for better mechanical adhesion with epoxy

[@RedBeardOps]

accurate

[@nt_wicked_bunch2717]

Cool to see a video like this! I started out with all amazon bought tools and as Walter Sorrells put it I “polished a turd” tools really didn’t last more than a few knives, a few rounds of those tools and wouldn’t you know I’m still a turd polisher😂 getting better though!

[@RedBeardOps]

Very cool sir! Thanks for your comment!

[@Cletushandyman]

Ginger beard unite!!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

BOOM

[@toastrecon]

Dude, genius. Thank you!

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you liked it sir! Have a great Sunday!

[@georgeyoung613]

Going over PPE first was very smart. Awasom video brother. And the 10% from the beard is so very true. But with your beard I would guess its more like a 15% increase.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed this one!

[@JorgeVelazquez09]

My man, you are an absolute genius! I grew up in a machine shop with mills and lathes, you have done the equivalent on a much lower budget. I love it. Great looking knife!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Jorge! Really appreciate your comment! I'm still learning on the milling side... lots to learn. Hope to see you around the comment section to learn me up!

[@JorgeVelazquez09]

@@RedBeardOps Major props for displaying the TEXAS flag, as you can tell from my pro pic, I'm also Texan!

[@barnburner2475]

Feeling the beard live bro.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, thanks man!

[@jasonwilliam2125]

That gaining 10% strength with a beard = new sub:)

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah, thanks Jason! Have a great week!

[@curtispayne5434]

Outstanding video, Thank you!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you sir!

[@masoncragg1902]

“Just a little bit of time” (takes 5 hours) just a bit of time a “little bit”

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, that's not much when it comes to making knives! LOL

[@masoncragg1902]

Red Beard Ops yeah it’s pretty cool I would like to make knives but I just feel like I would waste my money on the tools but how much would a knife like that be worth?

[@timmura]

@@masoncragg1902 it would probably cost around 100 dollars to make your first knife if you dont have tools.

[@MrRhovanion]

yes. i have a beard... it is a fine beard,, there are many like it , but this one is mine ......i liked the sanding with the drill bit....then again, i have a dremmel....hmmm.?i keep editing...oh wow, i like that file jig... i'm new at this stuff...this so geniusy...im makin a coffee can forge...nuff said.

[@RedBeardOps]

Right on!

[@MrSoloun]

Interesting and well explained and discussed as always, good stuff. I couldn't help but cringe at the end with the testing hehe. Yea it looked a bit cold when you quenched but that's the limit of that method as you said and the little brick forge will overcome that for very little extra outlay.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Yeah, wish I would of bought a couple of small bricks before this project, but hey... part of the learning. Cheers man.

[@adrianbadea1179]

Try some charcoal and a fan blower next time 😉 You can use a cheap fan to make a blower.. And some bricks to build a small forge 👍 Appreciate your effort

[@teeslunk]

I would grow a beard but I’m going grey now. So I’ll look like Santa Claus.

[@itchycroe411]

Watch bad Santa n get back to us

[@Aleeknives]

Once again another excellent production! I especially like how you went to hand sanding in your filing jig that was a neat idea

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir! I made a good deal of knives on that jig! If you have the patience you can turn out some great products with it. Glad you enjoyed this one, have a great day!

[@j0ser1]

Thank you for showing this! Really been wanting to try making my own knives. Can anyone tell me roughly what the cost ended up being for all of what was in this build?

[@RedBeardOps]

It's hard to know since it depends on what you already have!

[@bushna2007]

10% awesomeness and strength? Priceless!

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, glad you liked it Owen! Cheers man have a good one.

[@brucenovotny5924]

Great video. Thanks. Liked & subscribed. 🙂👍🇨🇦

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome Bruce! Thank you sir! Glad you enjoyed it

[@justicar5]

their are guides to make a heat treat oven with a large can, and some fire clay, and a socket for the torch to sit in.

[@RedBeardOps]

Yep those would be good options for this project. Cheers sir!

[@UrnotGary]

thank you ginger eminem

[@RedBeardOps]

You're welcome sir. I had one shot to get this video right... I kinda lost my self in the process. It's... the way I am... to be honest. I get tied up into projects. I'll keep brining you these videos... Till I collapse. ;)

[@UrnotGary]

@@RedBeardOps lmao I like it 😂🤟

[@josheakins5137]

“You could bring it all the way up to a mirror polish if you wanted to...and you’re a masochist” 🤣😂

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL, the truth! Not my jam for sure!

[@romanengelbrecht6717]

You got my sub Redbeard✌️

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir!

[@mattstratemann7430]

If this video doesn’t get get a person who is thinking about getting into knife making off the fence, I don’t know what will. Another great video!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Matt! That's the goal for sure! Thanks for your comment.

[@codyorvis6598]

Another good video like this is one from outdoors 55 grinder knife

[@bomaite1]

Did you try the hard metal disk on your angle grinder for the micarta? Only for the rough cut out, but it is very fast.

[@RedBeardOps]

I did not try that! Worth a try if you're going to be using the angle grinder. Thanks for the tip, sir!

[@RasburryTe]

Does he sell these knives anywhere?

[@RedBeardOps]

From time to time on Instagram. But I don't have an inventory and am not taking custom orders. Thanks though!

[@ratjerky3368]

For a little while there I thought the mustard thing was a joke.

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, cheers sir!

[@berthoudmarc2921]

Bien vu !!! super ce que tu fais ...

[@RedBeardOps]

Merci!

[@marianoerzi1]

Que lastima hermano que lo rompiste!! Me lo unieras regalado quedo muy lindo!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Ja! ¡Que tengas un gran día! Romper cuchillos es parte del juego

[@inneresich6157]

please, do never blow on metal dust. if that shit catches up in a tiny hole it can get in your eye, rust and blind you. not to mention, this is really, really nasty. just brush it away! thanks for sharing this awesome knife making :)

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks for watching, have a great week!

[@ATLTraveler]

I'm surprised NASA doesn't contract with you to communicate with their mars rover for them with those satellite dishes on the side of your head... I mean holy hell man those are the biggest ears I have ever seen in my entire God dammed life, and I have seem some shit. Don't lie, we know those things can't fit in those ear muffs mate. Have you tried to see if you might be able to get the guiness record? I'm not even joking that would be sweet and I bet you'd have a good shot with those honkers.

[@RedBeardOps]

Nope, I haven't had a chance to call guiness

[@k9cop998]

Have you Ever use super glue to glue your handles on I was told by a couple knife makers does it last longer and doesn’t give up overtime like epox he does

[@RedBeardOps]

No, I don't feel like super glue is a legitimate long term option for handle construction.

[@shaneseaford4824]

Man my dad made me a knife when I was a kid an I lost it bummed me out

[@RedBeardOps]

Sorry to hear that! You should make a knife in his honor!

[@ajhproductions2347]

13:50 - bro, you look lit 😂

[@RedBeardOps]

lol

[@cloudow9944]

2 questions, how long is the piece of 1084 you got, how thick, and how wide? And same for the Micarta scales

[@RedBeardOps]

A 12'' piece would be plenty. I normally use 1/8'' stock that's 1.25'' wide for a knife like this. The scales can be 1/4''

[@Cam._S]

How do you get a bevel on a knife that quickly with the filing jig and file? I tried this and so far 3 hours in and I haven’t completed the 1st bevel.

[@RedBeardOps]

Man it takes some serious time with the file guide! A fresh, sharp file goes a long way!

[@Dmhlcmb]

Microwave the mustard and vinegar for 15 seconds next time. Huge difference.

[@RedBeardOps]

I'll give that a shot!