Making a Knife in 2 hours, 7 minutes

I had this off-cut of O-1 that wasn't long enough for most knives I make. I thought it would be fun to see how fast I could make a knife. Total time working on the knife was 2 hours, 7 minutes. You can add 4 hours and 50 minutes to that for the various time the knife spent in the oven, ferric chloride and stone tumbler.
I really enjoyed the free-hand profiling and not working off a drawing with this knife. I've never done that before and it was refreshing to change it up a bit.
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[@augie.7]

I have been making knives for a couple of years but still find myself at my workbench or desk and do not have a knife handy. I decided that I needed to make several to lay around. This is the perfect idea, small, utility, easy to make, and made of scrap....perfect. Thanks again my friend for sharing your ideas.

[@stephaniecureton5657]

That just shows how great of a knife DESIGNER you are. You started grinding and the shape just came out of the steel like it was meant to be lol. Beautiful little knife

[@coastwatch203]

A fantastic diversion from the crisis we are all in at the moment. All the best from Australia.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you! All the best to you as well 👍

[@georgeyoung613]

So very true!

[@Extra300kb]

Honestly one of my favorite knives you’ve made! The simplicity just makes it so amazing to look at! I wish I had one!!

[@bay4west]

You should do more "free form" builds. Just metal and imagination.

[@jarodmorris611]

My son and I are in the process of making our first knife. He's doing most of it. We made a little angle iron jig for the bevels since we're new and I think he's hooked. What's the email address for viewers knives? We'll try to remember to send you pictures.

[@seeingthepattern]

Splendid little knife. Someone else has already said it, but the full two-hours and seven minutes unedited would be a great thing to watch … That was a hint.

[@absmith666]

Very nice mate. Thanks for the video. What do you call the file used for the grooves on the back of the knife?

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you very much. It’s a checkering file size 00 (or 20 TPI). I have an affiliate link in the description.

[@absmith666]

Simple Little Life thanks mate.

[@Stefanhallusa]

So this is great and all but with all my quarantine time I would have loved a 2 hour and 7 min video.... 😉🤣

[@Simplelittlelife]

Hahaha, thanks buddy! 👍

[@sithbadboy]

@@Simplelittlelife yeah imagine if you just live stream it 😁

[@scottschweizer1490]

Where did you go. I’m missing you’re videos

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you. Just been busy getting knives out and haven’t had time for videos or any other socials really. Should be back to filming. Next week. Cheers👍

[@andrew52nyangler30]

Jeremy, I love this little blade. If you could make a sheath so I could wear it as a neck knife I would love to purchase it from you. Stay healthy and GOD bless

[@yubes88]

Beautiful knife, I would love to own it if you ever decide to let it go. Also, I agree with the above comments, a slim little kydex sheath would make this a perfect neck knife.

[@amishplumber4251]

Now all that little guy needs is a nice kydex pocket sheath with a thumb ramp, and a minimalistic lanyard.

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

How about making a water mist attachment for wet/cool grinding? Sumpin' to do while in Covid jail?

[@Simplelittlelife]

That is a great idea. I’d love to set something like that up 👍

[@Drdodge]

I like your skinny knives! Challenge accepted, i'll try to make "this" one too. Thx for your ideas :). Greetings Dennis

[@icwalk444]

Scrap steel challenge, scrap steel challenge. It's cutoff steel, but some of the steel is good. If you sang this to the tune of Scrapwood Challenge from PaskMakes, you win.

[@jasonmickley4835]

No! The scrap wood challenge song gets stuck in my head way too often! I don't need that rattling around in there too!!!

[@Simplelittlelife]

Hahahaha!

[@Simplelittlelife]

I don’t remember the song, I’m have to go check it out 😃👍

[@MichaelSmith-xx6hr]

Reminds me of SpongeBob SquarePants

[@cecilm3720]

It would be great if you’d sell this type of knife. Beautiful litte EDC. No handle scales needed.

[@randomguyfromtexas1185]

I’m so glad I have discovered your page!!! I’ve been making knives off and on for a few years now, nothing really major, but as of late I decided to start back to making them in more of a serious manner and watching your KZbin videos inspires me to really work harder at it and take my time. I’ve got about 15 blanks I’ve cut out and a couple I’ve finished up out of that batch and they have turned out really well and they’ve turned into something I can really be proud of. They’re nothing fancy, but they are tough knives and hold a really good edge even after I have beat the crap out of them to make sure they hold up and to make sure I have my heat treating steps down and consistent. Thanks for the inspiration and keep up the great work!!!!!

[@daviddeane3163]

Where in Texas you at? I'd be happy to help you test out any of your blades! and do you sell your fine worksmanship?

[@GreenEnergy007]

I am curious about your thoughts on the delrin work rest. I totally get your enthusiasm about it not being a rust-able surface in your initial review video. But it already looks like it has some pretty significant scratches and gouging at the points where your work actually sits, which would turn into dishing of your rest after a short time. I could also see some significant flex to it in the video every time you put the blade to the belt. Is it overly pronounced in the video compared to reality? If it is happening, are the cost to replace them low enough because they are plastic that your work rest becomes something you just replace as they wear? I really like the grinder, but I keep thinking that replacing the rest with aluminum might solve a lot of minor issues. Love your work and your channel. I started watching years ago when I was setting up my own workshop in a shipping container. I haven't missed a video since.

[@the1andonlydjt]

This was fun to watch. I've seen enough of your videos to make the steps you take. The free hand was fun to see. Stay healthy.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you very much. I appreciate that. You stay healthy and happy as well 👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Amazing work sir, thanks for the links to the rotary tool and the checkering file... two items I wanted after watching this video.

[@craigpierre2765]

Great little knife... will have to play with my scraps. What did you use for the gimping???

[@craigpierre2765]

Found the file...guess I need to read the details...LOL

[@nrth3rnlb]

What’s the name of the tool at 3:50?

[@roberthordern2205]

That belt sander is awesome

[@dmg4415]

A real CP knife, as in Cutie Pie. I think it would live well in an inside out leather sheet, as a pocket knife. The rough side out helps in retaining it in the pocket, and just a little extra leather to put your thumb on to help release it. Its beuty is in the size and funtionality. Thanks!

[@bengrolik3675]

Very nice little knife 👍🏼

[@KinuGrove]

Hope you and family are doing well. Drop us an update when you have time :)

[@baldbassclef]

Nice. And the jazz at the end is killer too.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Great little knife. Glad I stumbled on your channel. How many lines per inch is that checkering file? Thanks.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you. It’s 20 lines per inch or 00 designation 👍

[@Simplelittlelife]

I think that’s one of the courses files available

[@matthewhegstrom8478]

Great build, love the finish! What did you pay for that sharpener? Was it worth it!

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you. I got it for free 3 years ago. Kinda makes my input jaded? It’s a great sharpener and I would pay full price for it after I’ve used it. But then again, since I got it for free that insight isn’t worth much.

[@rroberts8501]

Enjoyed that one. I'll dig around, but might you have some info on your tumbler? Currently, I have a 4 inch PVC pipe section that I just manually shake. Researching something a bit more automated. Thanks, enjoy your stuff!

[@rroberts8501]

.....and of course just 2 min after sending this, I found your DIY tumbler vid. Going to watch now!

[@ivanshardy]

amazing little knife. wish I had your knowledge

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you.

[@legacytoolworks149]

I want a grinder like that! Shoutout from New Zealand!

[@johnlivingston9217]

Legacy Tool works yeah, would love to find the video for the grinder build.

[@cameronchicken8439]

My friend had me sharpen a Russian knife/mini machete called “Zlatoust boyarin”. I guess it was made as an archers side arm in Russia dating way back but it was a modern reproduction. I just bring it up because it’s something I hadn’t seen before with a neat history and I wanted to share.

[@ninjamagic5150]

Since you have all those tools. You should do your own kydex sheathing I could see that in a slim cut case since it's razor sharp. Than you can put it in a first aid kit. Or a multi tasker. Safety. Awesome little blade good video.

[@EastCoastScaleCustoms]

How is everyone talking about the knife and not the fact that this guy has incredible handwriting

[@survivalmeanders6058]

Hi Jeremy, it’s being a while since you’ve posted... I hope you all are healthy and doing well. Best wishes.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you. We’re all heathy and doing very well. Just too busy lately to make videos. Hopefully I’ll be able to give some time to them in the next few weeks. I hope you and yours are going well 👍

[@survivalmeanders6058]

@@Simplelittlelife Not worried about the videos... as long as y'all are fine :) Doing well also.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Ekim is a good man.

[@felipebass72]

Insoportable los anuncios de You Tube.... interrumpen el video cada 5 minutos... mejor leeré un libro...

[@heyimamaker]

I really like the proportions, almost like a tactical camp butter knife 😁

[@maxbravo9685]

You should sell that You’ll be a great knife maker

[@ninety2amigos27]

Good ol' Strathmore Alberta, some of the best tools I've ever owned have been from small towns in Alberta.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Hey right on! 👍

[@dustinallenphoto]

Have you ever thought about doing a collab with a big brand knife manufacturer?

[@TheBrannagan]

Brother, I love your videos so much. Thank you!

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate that! Cheers👍

[@thefathomsofforteana6624]

Super impressed with your progress over the years. Top notch. Practical. Pro-grade man. Really stellar. This build is one of my favs.

[@Jimmy-iz2rx]

Haven't seen a video from this or your other channel in a while. Just wanted to check in on ya. Hope you and your family is staying safe and healthy

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you, I appreciate that. We’re doing great, and everyone is happy and healthy. I’ve been focusing on getting caught up on my knife orders and decided to leave the videos alone for a while. I’ve even disabled the custom knife ordering portion of my website just so I can get better caught up. Thanks again for checking in and I hope you and yours are doing well. Cheers👍

[@juanpabloecuador]

Awesome video !

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you!

[@chrisosh9574]

Some of the most rewarding projects are the off the cuff ideas. I like everything about that little knife, it would make a perfect fixed blade pocket knife in a nice leather sheath. I am guessing about 5-5 1/2" ?

[@chrisgilbert3305]

I hope you are doing well, miss the videos

[@hwgunner2143]

Nice, using the new 2x72.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Yeah! Nice to get it into service 👍

[@herlihy433]

I would really like to see more of that file jig. Do you make these or did you buy it? Great video BTW.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you! I have a video on that file guide here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q326aaqoarJqia8. Cheers 👍

[@Triple.Stripe.Knives]

What do you use to secure the knife to the rod when you're doing FC, is it metal wire?

[@Simplelittlelife]

Yup 👍

[@Triple.Stripe.Knives]

@@Simplelittlelife What're the odds of it getting eaten through by the FC and possibly diluting the FC?

[@BBK78]

and I would like your knife sharpener you can tell me his brand , thanks from italy

[@arkizal]

wait bro i live near you :0 few towns over

[@Simplelittlelife]

That’s rad 👍

[@aldenunion]

Those jimping files,Me need...Buy? make?...... Two little side scales of deer antler screaming to me..lol..

[@manleeman5212]

Great looking knife but I honestly thought the video was going to be over arou d half way through... And thats where I stopped it. I'm also unashamed to say I am jealous of your tools and therefore knowingly biased in scoffng at your touting of completing this in a mere 2 hours. 😆 I should probably reiterate looks great and I'm just poking a little fun.

[@dansoare4919]

Nice. An useful little knife. Beautiful shape. You have very good tools, and you are very handy. Try something more difficult and unusual!

[@nebulagaming3492]

Is that beveling jig cut at an angle? Or are you basically just free-handing it.

[@Simplelittlelife]

Yes it is. I like it to set the initial bevels and then I have a good base to finish up free hand with and fine tune things 👍

[@jadonleidig7784]

What belt grinder are you running, if you don't mind me asking?

[@Simplelittlelife]

It’s the Black Fox One grinder. Absolutely love it!

[@jadonleidig7784]

@@Simplelittlelife sweet! I appreciate the response.

[@MurrayBarton]

nice to see the new grinder in action!

[@Simplelittlelife]

Yeah I’m so stoked it have it ready for work 👍

[@MurrayBarton]

@@Simplelittlelife Sweet little knife too BTW

[@buckyrauch2953]

Are the tool arms you use 1.5"? I didn't know if that is considered pretty standard. Been thinking about changing out the grinder i have to something that has a horizontal ability like that, and don't want to get all new tool arms lol.

[@braedonduncan2858]

I’m only 12 I have watched your videos and you inspire me to make knives along with the fact that i have liked knives since I was 4 and a was designing a little cleaver and realized a made a less cooler version of your little chubby sooo yeah

[@mohamed7546]

simple yet functional just love it. pulse it will be a great EDC

[@opiwaran354]

1:23 you should try to make your bevels with the grinder horizantally like that, the big wheels will give very interesting plungelines

[@nsmturbo5902]

Sorry to hear about Canada's firearm situation, I wish you all the best.

[@georgeyoung613]

Very nice knife. How can I order one?

[@Simplelittlelife]

Thank you. I no longer accept orders. What I make is listed on my website when it’s ready to ship 👍

[@stevenjennings8347]

Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls

[@markfulmer67]

That's one cool little knife, great job 👍

[@randygwheeler]

Can you please share a short video on how you made that block you used to get the angle grind on the blade? I have a hell of a time trying to do it by hand and you just used a block and C clamp angle locks? Thank you

[@MrJackandEmily]

Can anyone tell me what kind of file that was used for the grip on top? Cheers

[@Simplelittlelife]

It’s a checkering file 👍

[@MrJackandEmily]

@@Simplelittlelife thank you mate!

[@Triple.Stripe.Knives]

Is that a KMG grinder?

[@Simplelittlelife]

I used the KMG for a little bit but more of it was a Black Fox Grinder👍

[@Triple.Stripe.Knives]

@@Simplelittlelife But the vertical horizontal one, that was KMG?

[@Simplelittlelife]

@@Triple.Stripe.Knives when I was using the rotary platen and the slack belt. That was the KMG.

[@curtiscampbell888]

Howzabout a link for that belt sander? I haven't seen that before...very versatile!!!

[@joint831]

Great little beauty

[@TheMobster450]

Love your vids man. They are exactly what we need to see to get by in these isolation days. Keep safe and stay home.

[@gregoryaul2005]

How do u like ur new grinder jeremy

[@Simplelittlelife]

I really like it. It’s speed range is really impressive. I’m going to measure the surface speed but I’m pretty sure my other one isn’t nearly as fast. 👍

[@gregoryaul2005]

@@Simplelittlelife sweet

[@benraya9405]

@simplelittlelife, whats the name of the file that you used in minute 3:45?

[@Simplelittlelife]

I don’t know the time stamp exactly but it’s probably a checkering file 👍

[@benraya9405]

@@Simplelittlelife ooohh, Ill have to check it in spanish. Thanks, Jer

[@kellan.dolan7]

I would buy that and then maybe a leather or kydex sheath with it would be amazing

[@ВасилийЛесников-ж9п]

Здравствуйте, Красиво, хочу купить такой вариант.

[@lukecope4212]

What sharpening system were you using in this video if you don't mind me asking?

[@a.d4911]

No. *It only took 8 mins 23 seconds*

[@coldsteelcollector808]

BEE U TEE FULL 🤙🏼

[@darrylseller1322]

Cool little custom. what knife sharpener are you using

[@wallywadelstien5403]

What kind of grinder is that?

[@Simplelittlelife]

It’s a Black Fox One 👍

[@adamulffers5481]

Does anyone know where I could get one of those jigs? honestly that’s my favorite jig I’ve seen yet.

[@doogalloonni]

Where can I buy the file that made those finger grooves at the spine-top? Great video!

[@brorekj47]

Beautiful knives .. Where do I buy the sharpening tool you use?

[@Felkins]

Very cool! How do you make the little stencil? Thanks!!

[@nestorhuerta6396]

What did you do with all the knives you make!?? You Sell it ??how much?

[@urbanthedk4653]

I have very limited money so Inwas wondering...can I do this with hand tools?

[@marcegrecco53]

Very nice useful little knife....

[@johndoe-se5ky]

Bonjour, vraiment super ce petit couteau !!! Je l'adore !!!

[@semc0078]

Iam 14 and I make knives with scrap metal and some kinda drill like grinder

[@xwd]

From where you got that knife sharpener. Please send me a link 🙏.

[@marc_frank]

have this mass produced easy and good

[@dsssok2017]

How long does the quenching heat preservation last?

[@semc0078]

I truely like ur videos but can u plz make a vid on how to make a holster for ur knive

[@iamseely1338]

I would of liked it better if you would of left it silver “jest an opinion”

[@aquilinostmalo8619]

Jeremy. by any chance do you still have available the blade scibing jig

[@manin10]

Can someone tell me what the file that is used to make the thumb grip is called.

[@jadeddragon4254]

What kind of file did you use for the jumping ? Neat trick

[@fabiannieto1144]

beautiful work sir, and nice song jazz to finish