The Hamburger Technique: An Interesting Way of Forge Welding Edge Steel

The Winner is: @Mr.David_V The Giveaway will end December 12th Subscribe & leave a comment to enter. I will contact the winner and put his/her name in this comment. So REMEBER to have your notifications on, or check back December 12th to see if you won. Also! Thank you for checking out my website, remember to join my email list or Facebook group to get notified once I have axes in stock: www.nilsogren.com/contact

[@alexanderfriedman1968]

Watching you work is inspiring. Makes me want to hone my own artistic craft in animation!

[@lucianesilvamarques]

amigo eu gostaria de ganhar esse machado mas nao para mim mas para presentear um canal brasileiro chamado "Sobrevivencialismo"

[@АндрейНовкин-ф4м]

Здравствуйте.А какую сталь вы использовали для силовика?

[@samartcrafts_1910]

Super cool axe thanks for sharing this forge weld method never seen it before

[@Darnixis02]

patiently gonna wait for another masterpiece

[@IHamDogg]

Homie just told us to do it the easy way, then said we were cowards... I'm subbin to this maniac.

[@JayZeee23]

😂😂😂 you too??

[@marcusaurelius9736]

I remember one coward: me. 😄

[@T_bone]

He said "who remembers a coward"...

[@MrTenire]

I know it's hard to imagine not having things like electricity and ARC welders but it could happen. My first thought would have been a fold-over method, but I like the way this came out.

[@stevefranklin9176]

I had a dream to make an axe for my Dad but it didn’t happen and now he’s gone. He was a great bush logman back home in Australia. Now in Germany I miss my shed and equipment. Another life I guess. Beautiful work Nils.

[@southstreetbarbecue7875]

I've never forged anything and I have no intention of ever forging anything, but I really enjoy watching a skilled artist sharing their knowledge and ability with us. Thank you!

[@1crazypj]

I gree with you and know I'll never do any blacksmithing. Maybe 30~40 years ago I would have tried but not now.

[@rt66rc86]

Of all the forging channels that I watch with my Son and the talks that I've had about him starting up his own forge, you really captured my attention! It's more than obvious that you are a Master Craftsman of your Trade! The owner of an axe like that would a proud owner indeed!

[@johnfowler4820]

My great grandfather was a farrier . I feel a massive connection with your art when I watch your channel. I have just returned from a drive to Jarna south of Stockholm from our home in the UK and I felt a deep ancient connection with Scandinavia whilst there thank you reconnecting me with the trade of my ancestors.

[@paulpotts5786]

I am 74 years old and l so enjoyed watching you do this axe

[@PeteLG]

Awesome work Nils, I have nothing against people using heavy machinery in their process, but nothing beats the personal touch and connection you create with every piece you make ... and it feels :) Thank you !

[@jeremymcentire1987]

I like your story about learning to gauge heat by color. When the pandemic started, I decided to learn to cook. Many people jumped to suggest recipes but I told them I didn't care about recipes because my goal was to understand the process. I wanted to be able to cook, not just follow instructions. Your talking about color and forging because you (and the other smith) want to forge was very similar. Lovely axe, again.

[@CptAwesomedude]

Kul att se någon som jobbar efter eget huvud och erfarenheter! Det bästa med denna video är att du bevisar att man inte behöver dyra ugnar och en bandslip som kostar en mindre förmögenhet. Allt som behövs är fil och låga!👍

[@keithmishler4095]

My Opa always told me anything worth doing should be done the right way no matter how everyone else was doing it. And do it right the first time.

[@gaia5519]

I recently found the coal forge I made 2 years ago at my aunt's house, when I really didn't have the space to work with it, but now I moved and I have an excellent spot to put it in, and you're inspiring me to re-start forging!

[@Cajerunner]

Beautiful axe Nils! I love the technique you used!

[@amandapearce7183]

Happy that we just watched you and subscribed. My hubby has quite a "few tools of the trade" from his father who unfortunately passed away before being able to show him the skills. It is great to see a young fella take great pride in using these skills and passing them on and not letting them die out. Good on you, mate. We'll be watching you!

[@RyeDoug]

I can't wait to make an axe similar to the ones you make! Thank you for inspiring me. Going to be trying the fold over method soon, I have my bar of steel all prepared to get set-downs. Thank you for such awesome content!

[@Malfeasance455]

Really like the style of filming and commentary. Nice job!

[@longforgottengods9571]

It's a very unique technique that you have come up with, I was sure that the pieces would slip out of place during forge welding but you managed it just fine. The finished axehead looks great, just as I have always believed you can apply hamburgers to anything in life.

Hamburger = Love

[@Qrunch]

I though it was bacon that could be applied to anything. Maybe we need a bacon weld!

[@commonsense7754]

Amazing work

[@andrewwhitley5032]

This reminds me of tempering axes with my dad. Recently lost him and I have to bring all the axes back into operational status. Thank you for caring about mastering craft, and your analysis old vs new. Our job is to teach and learn endlessly.

[@realmccoy801]

Preserving ancient art, especially when you realize that you have met or exceeded the standards of a master, is a level of success few achieve. You sir are masterful!

[@joeyho5134]

Brilliant method. It's how you enjoy what I personally call, " theorize, plan, action...", then laugh when mistakes are done but most importantly learn from it. Your videos always motivates me. Thank you very much.

[@esfowle]

Good video, and definitely, forging for the love of forging is what makes a blacksmith different from others. Yes, there are many tools available to make crafting things easier, but it loses something when the essential skills learned and honed over many years is replaced by computer controlled ovens and other tools that reduce the skill needed to complete a project from start to finish. Thank you for the opportunity to win a finely hand crafted tool that should last generations.

[@chrisfix4001]

Beautiful workmanship man it's been 50 years since I've seen anybody work like that what's my great-grandfather and my grandfather in both of my great-uncles Forge when I was a small child brings back fond memories thank you

[@gmanky]

Deepest respect for one that works with his hands and creates a great, functional work of art.

[@garretlarsen]

You have been one of the main inspirations for me to start blacksmithing, currently building a new forge large enough to do axes and can’t wait to use these methods!

[@morrsha]

It is always nice to see people that are masters of their craft showcase there skills

[@mleriksson]

Wow. I am a librarian with a big love for textile/fiber craftmanship who somehow stumbled upon your channel and now I cant stop watching. So inspiring! 🤩

[@donniejohnson2747]

I’m not much for writing but you inspire me , at 61 I still get excited with blacksmith work

[@OGdankgoat]

I love what that blacksmith shared with you about doing things for the love of the craft. Truly inspiring!

[@PaulTardino]

My 7 yr old and I love watching your videos. We would be honored to be fortunate to own any of your tools

[@patri0t1776]

I love the style. That you left the forging marks and only finished & polished the edges gives such a ancient historical looking, and elegantly simple (read beautiful), design.

[@k4plaa637]

awesome job, nice to see that some young people still find conversations with us oldies worth something

[@ebidiuc]

It's so satisfying to watch talented people make things

[@nlo114]

Years ago I used to watch the old-school blacksmith, (next door but one), he never used machine tools, only anvil and files. He re-forged and sharpened road-drill tools for the local council, all of it daylight work at the door of the forge. After quenching he'd file the ends and reheat to 'Jay's wing blue', (as he called it) then let them cool. Great to watch, never rushed. He's long gone now.

[@jaimybreeze7411]

Yes..!!finally someone with some real skill and love for blacksmithing!!love it!

[@floydandune5194]

KZbin suggested this video to me. I am impressed with your work. It's clear that you enjoy your work. Many greetings from Germany!

[@stephenmcfadyen1385]

This is a beautiful axe and traditionally made by a blacksmith not a bladesmith, I absolutely agree with your thoughts about heat treating ovens for axes, adze, and broad axes. A pleasure to watch you work

[@BlackBearForge]

Thats an interesting approach to welding in the edge. I'll have to try it out in the future. Excellent video as always

Thank you John!

[@Hardrada00]

I've seen a lot of the blacksmiths in KZbin, you and you presentation is very good. Thank You.

[@johndavis4236]

First time I’ve seen your videos. Mad respect for hand hammering/shaping and filling, especially as a person who wants to try smithing, but is intimidated by the price tags of all the tools you see in most videos. Very inspiring. You earned my sub, sir.

Thank you!

[@daucke4617]

I love your recent streak of videos showcasing the multiple ways of forge welding steel bits to cutting edges. And as always you manage to to make em' bang on every time; even as a first time trying. Only goes to show your expertise and skills on the anvil

[@franks4973]

Such a pleasure to watch a highly skilled craftsman at work.

[@ClintsHobbiesDIY]

A greatly done axe. Your narration of what you were doing and why is very much appreciated.

[@randystalcup1248]

Forging and blacksmithing are two skills I’ll probably never do, but can’t stop watching a true artisan try something new….beautiful axe, and could easily see myself using this on our wooded property in Arkansas. Glad this popped up on my feed!!

[@TheRockinmac]

I like that you're stick towards the craftsmanship side of blacksmithing instead of purely production. It has inspired me also. I was also thinking of getting a power hamer, press, and a grinder. Now i am thinking i have all i need and am very fortunate to have what i got. There are always work arounds. Thank you. Great blacksmithing!

[@stevesyncox9893]

A press is damn handy man.

[@TheRockinmac]

@stevesyncox9893 Yeah i tell myself that evertime I'm drifting or drawing out thick material.

[@DestroyinStuff]

Your videos have made forge welding so much more approachable for me. Thanks so much for making simple and concise videos.

[@davidandrews2883]

That is such a masculine instrument. How beautiful. Great craftsmanship. Thank you for an instructive video.

[@robwoodke6592]

Fascinating technique, I’m glad it worked. I’m retired and trying to learn blacksmithing and axes are number one on my list to master. I can’t get enough of your videos.👍☺️

Thank you!!

[@matthewellisor5835]

I've never seen that technique but that was beautiful. I really appreciate your clear explanations of the how, why and likely tripping points. I rarely subscribe but you've certainly earned it.

[@kakashifuijin]

While in my search for learning Swedish I found your channel and it's like hitting 2 birds with one stone I have deep respect for the Scandinavian culture that's why I decided to learn it Greetings from Mexico Hej då!

[@kirkchapman80]

Loved the traditional approach in this build ! Beautiful tool build

[@GuysGarage120]

Awesome! Gotto love guys that are prepared to share their wisdom, knowledge and expertise!

[@ShooterReddy]

This is a work of art. I've learned so much just from watching this one video. Bravo, good sir. Bravo.

[@davebanker611]

I didn't realize how nice a good hammered ax looks. I stumbled across this channel and have been going through your videos. A lot of nice work.

[@toddablett4493]

Nice Video Nils, I still teach a bit of metal working to high school students and will put this on the list of ones to watch. I also really like that you chose to do the "look at the colour" then quench. Very cool and I appreciate the extra skill and risk. Keep up the good work.

Thank you!

[@dalejewell9350]

You are an inspiration to us all. Thank you from the UK.

[@tonykomer2997]

I love the way you forge. Your comments about forging for the love and decication to the art and skill of forging vs what makes you the jost productive and profitable. That vs pefecting your art I think is why you see so much more basic forging to almost a rectangular boank and then its off to the belt sander. Might as well just buy stock bars snd cut and grind them then. The axes really hit home as I trew up using axes and mauls for all our wood and still do today. In fact last week my ace that had been handled down from my father finally developed a serious crack and no longer is useable. It was an axe my father had made by the local smith. I keep plugging sway and resist the temptation to buy a hydrualic splitter. Chopoing and splitting is part of what keeps me healthy as I and middle aged. Keep up the fantastic work. Enjoy your videos very much. Loking forward to the next video.

[@fredrikrosin5455]

Fantastisk video och otroligt inspirerande att höra dina tankar om vad du gör. Stort tack!

Tack!

[@stewartwoerle6351]

It is great that you were inspired by another master smith, because you are continuing the tradition by inspiring those of us who watch your work. This is a good technique and will keep it in mind. Well done…..as usual….😊

[@TopHIgnite]

Your work is inspirational as usual. It's what drives me to get back into my shop and fire up the forge even after working long hours. Keep putting out your amazing content for all of your abroad apprentices like myself

[@robertklinzman9187]

I've always been interested in blacksmithing even as a kid. After the forged in fire show came.iut it renewed my interest. I haven't started smiting yet but I'm working hard to set up a safe place to start and hope to start exploring the world of blacksmithing within the next year. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@garylanders1470]

Thank you for sharing your talent and your inspiration. Watching you work the steel is highly motivational. Thank you kindly

[@bradsennet]

Can't stop watching your video's, Love the information you're providing, Can't wait to start Smithing myself!

[@zeebeschuit1538]

I always really enjoy watching you work on your axes, on a fairly traditional way. I'm glad you choose for more forging, less grinding👌👌👌

[@fangbjorn0]

I was impressed by the forging, then you tested the edge and I was blown away! Thats beautiful work

[@stephanielongden597]

There is something magical about Blacksmithing that I adore which might stem from a previous life. I would love to own and cherish a handmade axe of incredible beauty such as this Nils Ogren axe.

[@infreedomitrust1667]

What a piece of art. Your craftsmanship is just amazing.

[@paullambert4445]

What a beautiful bearded axe. I love the shape of Scandinavian axes. I am half Norwegian and have collected several Finnish hatchets and both Norwegian and Finnish knives. Thanks for an informative video. I love seeing the process. 🔪🎸

[@Garrycamden]

Just got my forge for Xmas. I have set it up yet but I'm looking forward to learning all I can from all of the great smith's on KZbin. Ty for sharing your knowledge with us

[@andrewzepf7510]

Interesting forge weld, and I appreciate your commitment to more traditional methods.

[@daviddodog7487]

Beautiful axe, massive craftsmanship, pure enjoyment, thanks a lot for the information!!!! 🙏

Thank you for watching!!

[@tdehnulleinsfunf7746]

I liked your concept of heat treatment. It is old school, but so relaxing. Somehow like a meditation while working

[@maknifeandrods7701]

I love how you don’t jump to a press or a pneumatic hammer and do the ax. I just don’t have the strength to make an ax anymore and your axes are just master pieces. I’m so glade I found your channel. Tired of not seeing enough hand made work.

[@tamidon40]

I’ve seen quite a few of your videos, and I’ve enjoyed them all. But this was by far my favorite. The blend of working and explanation was perfect!

[@danielhenry3720]

It was interesting to see your choice of the smaller hammer for the forge weld. Thank you for showing us this technique, it was a pleasure watching you forge.

[@jeffkeeley1507]

I just love watching the process and learning so much. Thank you Nils.

[@romocoombs2972]

I hope one day I can have the skill in which you make your axes. It is nice to see artist continuing the craft and passing knowledge forward.

[@davidrummel7687]

Great information. Just enough verbal explanation to convey intent. Easy to watch. Awesome ax! Would love to win one🎉

[@averagedad3164]

I’m new to blacksmithing. I found this video extremely helpful. I truest enjoy your videos.

[@HondaLimezLarsson]

Fantastiskt inspirerande att titta på dina filmer!

[@mcopple01]

Thank you, Nils, for the inspiration. Love the channel and keep killing it, sir.

[@jasmineiii3966]

Incredible axe, it's been my dream since i was little to start blacksmithing and videos like these keep me inspired.

[@ErnieB]

This was fascinating to watch. And, your attitude was inspiring. The skills are specific, but the outlook is universally beneficial. Thanks for posting.

[@andremaritz7304]

Beautiful work Nils!! Always a pleasure to watch and learn from you....thank you!

[@andrewallason4530]

Gorgeous axe. Form meets function meets art meets science meets soul. Cheers from Tassie.

[@Fliegenpilzkonsument]

It is very inspiring to hear you talk about your inspiration... An infinite circle!

[@nottajedi363]

Amazing work! You made my day talking about the color of the heated steel.

[@MyGboyd]

Really enjoyed watching your video. Liked the way you only polished the edge and left the rest unfinished. Nice looking ax.

[@shanemoffitt6205]

Another amazing axe. Its always awesome to hear someone talking about where they get their inspiration from. Man you you are my inspiration, keep it up.

[@keirfarnum6811]

Beautiful work! I love how you didn’t touch the forged part of the axe; makes it look really pretty. It reminds me of how Japanese chisel makers work.

[@stevebrown3159]

That is a beautiful ax. I love the fact that you consider the art aspect of craftsmanship to be fundamental in your work. You're very good at your chosen work and I can't wait to see more of it.

[@stephenswindell1781]

Spectacular small axe! A tool that scale would be great addition to our camping setup. Wife and I have taken one knife-making class, and you gave some additional info about the process that I hadn't heard. Thanks.

[@lurenlei1905]

Great video! It still amazes my ocd-plagued mind that these asymmetrical methods produce such gorgeous work. Great looking axe, I always appreciate it when the axe is left rough on the mild steel part, it leaves some of the process visible in the axe.

[@XX-pw6ds]

Quite informative, I like it being called the hamburger blade. It is really quite a beautiful looking ax. Thank you for what you do. Can’t wait for the next project.

[@NineWorldsWorkshop]

Fascinating! Never seen an axe weld like that before, really great stuff!

[@MartinHubbard1]

Beautiful Axe, stunning craftsmanship .first time I’ve seen an axe head made like that.

[@isaacbenrubi9613]

This is a wonderful video! I love how you gave some background on the techniques you use.

[@2wheelmaniacrides]

this was so amazing to watch. I am a blade smith and don't have a forge yet but I will soon and I really appreciate the masters like yourself who share knowledge like this for free thank you.

[@mitchellpierce6233]

Good work. I like that you are learning to do it the traditional way, just for love of the craft.

[@ekscom]

A beautiful axe for sure. Thank you for the explanation of the tempering process.

[@stefanwossner2007]

So beautiful! Thanks for sharing this amazing technique!