Making a Custom Ferro Rod Handle

In this video we are finishing up the Bushcraft knife and sheath build with a custom handle for my Ferro Rod. It will match the walnut and black/glow-in-the-dark handle scales and brass lanyard tube on my knife handle. This is a simple build but really helps set this Bushcraft set apart from the rest.
Check out the Bushcraft Knife build video here...
• Making a Knife: The Bu...
And the Bushcraft Sheath build video here...
• Making a Bushcraft She...
As a thank you to all you who have subscribed, liked, and commented. When we hit the 25,000 subs mark, we will choose one comment from this video as the winner and recipient of a custom Bushcraft Axe made from a half hatchet.
Thank you all so much for the love and support. We have thoroughly enjoyed creating and running this channel and hope to keep putting out maker videos for years to come.
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[@TheChase008]

Not sure this will qualify for your give away , but it doesn't matter as i simply want to commend you on both your craftsmanship and also your warmth and integrity as a person. It's a joy to watch you at work and as an outdoors enthusiast myself i very much enjoy the projects that you pick to do. Whoever wins your axe should feel honored to have contributed and to have such a quality piece. I'm happy to have contributed to your subscriber list and i'm looking forward to seeing it reach one million which i'm sure it will. Keep up the great work and thanks for being on here.

[@Matt-wb7lm]

This is 2 years later. I just got to see you now. Great detail and craftsmanship. I think your epoxy rivets look fine. Makes for a beautiful set. Hope you hit your subscriber goals.

[@stymieslc8484]

Nobody's perfect! Even Michael Angelo messed up once in a while! Don't be too hard on yourself! You just added some unexpected character to it! A one of a kind!

[@ayobali0121]

I actually like the epoxy pin's showing 🤩 happy accident 🥰🥰🥰 Looks stunning 😍😍😍

[@MrBllrscoob1989]

I'm sad but glad i found this channel

[@jimfurman3145]

Ferro rod, knife and sheath ... what a deal!

[@jamieayy260]

*plot twist* ........ it glows in the dark WTF!!!! thats beyond awesome!!!!!!!

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

😂😂

[@williamheafner2396]

I liked the Alec Steele comment. Also, glad you didnt start over and edit out the mistake. Humanization of the craftsmanship is appealling

[@flux6472]

Alec is definitely a perfectionist lol.

[@billgregson2292]

Beautiful job. I’ve only discovered your site today. I especially like the fact you do the complete job; making knife, sheath and a vastly improved handle for the fire striker. Keep sharing and be proud of your work. It’s beautiful.

[@karencauthen2286]

The drive of an artist is always to achieve perfection in their craft. What you see as a flaw turned out to be a thing of beauty.Very creative as well as functional to put low in the dark materials in the handles. Makes it so much easier to find in the dark!

[@terrybrower3437]

Exactly. "I planned it that way. If I wanted it different I would have done it differently." Anything that turns out so beautifrl can hardly be called a flaw. Well done.

[@markp3488]

Yes! Thanks for keeping the mistake in the video!! It still looks great

[@jarredcundith5319]

Epoxy pins = unique character. Glow in the dark is a nice touch...especially if you drop it at night. Well done!

[@pizzajoejas1]

I love the way it came out. I have a Ferro rod with no handle, now I have the knowledge to build one. Thank you.

[@TravelCentricSocial]

And I thought I was a patient man. Ha, I could tell when you saw that issue you weren’t moved by it. Ah, just keep rolling... it would have gone to the scrap bin for me as I kick myself in the arras. Excellent job! Your friend, learning patience

[@mikemcguire8351]

Right on the money. Thanks for sharing.

[@calebperkins2464]

I liked the little spot. Added personality to it

[@bigbuck762]

Personally I think they look cool in there gives it character nice job turned out great

[@davidreyes7198]

very therapeutic never get tired of watching...inspired to give it a try, thanks for tip tips.

[@richardharvey4013]

After watching the bushcraft knife & firesteel series I have decided to make 4 of my own.I absolutely loved this series so keep up the great project videos, they are really inspiring. Thank you. Richard.

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

Thank for the kind words Richard.

[@johnrobertson8352]

Justin, thanks for your time and talents making these bushcraft tools and tutorials. Keep up the good work.

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

Thank you !! It’s Dustin😉.

[@anthonyzornes8001]

Man what a cool thing . Win an axe just for watching a regular guy make a even nicer knife man oh man what a day that would be .

[@macrodaddy25]

In my opinion those pinholes add personality. I like the look. In the words of the late, great Bob Ross- “there are no mistakes, only happy accidents!” Love that whole set.

[@mariazachari8515]

It’s never a mistake, if you learn and expand your bank of knowledge. It’s not getting lost, it’s an adventure. Your meticulous plan and patient craftsmanship is something rare in this day and age. And it shows your commitment to craft by showing us your teachable moment! Thank you

[@donpatterson136]

The difference between art and production is in the eye of the beholder. Your work is art and we like the ferrel rod holder!

[@scottmann3002]

Perfect in every way because it is you! And your dog supervising the whole project, just perfection!

[@joemion666]

Really cool Knife,sheath and fire steel. I do like the glow in the dark inserts. As you get older you want thing to glow in the dark so you can find them easier like a glow in the dark wife could be handy.

[@dlbknives4869]

I think it looks fine with the pins showing. Nice job!

[@michaelprue9024]

I missed the video of making the knife and the sheath, but this one came up first. I am going back to watch the others. I’ve been toying with putting handles on my fire steel. I have 2 1/2 think 6” long ferro rods that need handles. This was impressive, especially with the glow in the dark bits. Thanks

[@markbennett2557]

Loved watching! Thanks!

[@rodrussell8941]

Next time instead of a fire steel I am going to add a bottle opener. Missed those fine micro brews you had on the sheath build. You prompted me to build one just like it. Also did one for my son.

[@RandallRCTherapy]

Never stop learning from our mistakes, but sometimes those mistakes can bring a new look on things. Be proud of your talent!

[@uxb1112]

Excessive grinding together with absence of reverse notch cutting. One creates the other.

[@dondevorss7359]

I thank the epoxy holes give it carer in the Ferro rod. The hold project of making the Bushcraft knife and sheath with the Ferro rod was a great gene to go on with you. I Thank You.

[@edperron2002]

Always like seeing new videos.

[@kellymohler533]

Wonderful job. I wouldn’t have thought of redoing the handle to match. Very inspiring. Keep up the good work.

[@mcinroe44]

Just stumbled across ur channel yesterday. Ur voice and attention to the details are calming I don't have the patience for that kind of detail

[@CF-rx7hx]

Old school hardcore honest talent. Outstanding! Thank you for sharing.

[@mortdiver]

I was recently involved in an explosion at work leaving me with severed nerves in my leg and now I have no use of my leg so I have had a lot of KZbin time. Came across your sheath making, subscribed and I have been on a The Art of Craftsmanshipathon for a week now!. Love the simplicity and the beautiful end results in everything you do. Never stop. Thank you so much for sharing your art.

[@shanesims2864]

I no it’s been 3 years but how are u now my friend ????

[@MrMuddyWheels]

The epoxy pins look cool visible like that adding color to the epoxy and doing that again on purpose would make even cooler.

[@majoroverkill1376]

Epoxy pins showing or not, that came out great and your sheath work is amazing! There is really nothing better then the feeling you get when you create, fabricate, modify or invent and see your project come to life. You sir have a new subscriber and thank you for the video!

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

Thanks Doug.

[@joshuadodson4302]

A Craftsman never stop learning from his or other people mistakes

[@ericwilliams323]

Thank you for your work and teaching us all I can’t wait to see another video.

[@peterhuggins9267]

I have the woodworking skills of a well-meaning rhinoceros, and have learned a lot from watching your channel. I made my own handle for my fero rod using some stag horn I "found" at PetSmart. Its not as sexy as your build, but I made it myself. Thanks for sharing your skills. And thanks for sharing your "oops" moments - nice to know I'm not alone with those.

[@donnycody6393]

Wow that’s a great idea there are some ppl out there that could really benefit from having that. No more lost fire steel unless it rolls in the fire. You could do that to an axe also

[@davidkappelmd2537]

Accidental art is still art. That is a very classy looking bushcraft knife system. I too am inspired.

[@GordonMarkHarris2]

Loved the series! Very much enjoy the work, the music selection, the videography. Thank you 😊

[@tfrederick9]

I dig the look of the epoxy pins on the finished work, looks kinda like wood features.

[@patrickphillips3671]

Watching your videos reminds me of watching my father make things and makes me want to start making useful stuff. That look on your face when you revealed the "epoxy pins" was priceless. I'm glad you soldiered on and completed the project.

[@plamenpetkov4890]

Your work is amazing! I always happy to see your job , tanks!

[@barrytonner5517]

That glow in the dark liner is a nice touch. What a piece of kit. Keep up the inspirational videos

[@tylerjenkins91]

I’m glad you didn’t scrap the blank i think the epoxy looks interesting. I watch this channel with my 7 year old son, and got to explain to him that just because something isn’t perfect doesn’t mean it’s trash. Keep up the goos work!

[@Pilph1966]

Love the Alec Steele reference. I have seen him restart so many projects. I love the work you do and it is what I aspire to.

[@cobra035]

Great build! I think the epoxy pins are a neat look to the handle.

[@LSGUNSS]

I found you on accident and it has changed the way I do things. Thank you

[@stun9771]

Nice job...no need to cry over the poxy pins...they looked fine...love the glow in the dark layers...the critters will love it...lol...

[@kevinmirkil5036]

I have just started doing leathercraft work. I love it, what actually got me onto your channel was watching you making the bushcraft sheath. I truly enjoy what you do and I want to try and do it myself eventually. You have some great ideas and show that this shouldn’t be hard or intimidating and that’s why I keep coming back.

[@johncaster8037]

Outstanding series of videos. Thank you for sharing both your successes and your oops moments!

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

You got it! No one is perfect, just make.

[@afriendofB]

I love the luminescent strip. Should be handy for finding your fire starter in the dark (I always end up dropping mine...) The only down side is you may get jumped by some feral fire flies. Keep up the inspiring work.

[@andrewfischer6055]

For someone who doesn't have much, it's nice to see you use tools that I know I have around to create. Keep inspiring!

[@kirkmoody7472]

First Class Job!!!

[@willamballard7857]

I realy wouldn't mind the opoxy pins showing I think it showcases the craftsmanship of the piece and the whole project turned really awesome just wish i had the skills and tools to pull it off awesome job keep up the good work

[@centralwashingtonmodernbus9456]

I like the matching handle for the fero rod! I have used empty .30-30 shells for handles on 5/16 rods! Keep up the good work my friend.

[@garythesaint44]

Another very informative video on what actually is possible to do with a little knowledge and and time and to how we can take a very basic item and change it into a work of art. Love the fact that you have put thought into the little things like the glowing liners, what a genius thought! I was skinning a deer a while ago and we ended up having to work past sunset for the carry out and lost my knife as I put it down and that was the last I saw of it😂 if it had glow in the dark liners then id still have it😂 awesome addition to the build so well done👍🇦🇺

[@leestone1885]

What a beautiful project now just need to see some videos of you using the knife

[@kaspersegers3028]

Like the glow in the dark feature! The epoxy holes give it a nice touch, they kinda break the wood. I love all your videos and they really inspire me to make and restore tools!

[@magnusshawn4698]

Because of that ax/ hatchet I made one like it and gave it to my best friend. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@jrocks1971]

Very well done, Sir. Perfect fit and finish all around -- especially the smooth grip of the sheath to the knife and rod. *Pro Tip* -- Add one of those little spring-button slide locks on the fero rod lanyard. When you loop the lanyard around the bottom of the fero rod, like you did at the end, the slide lock cinches up nicely. Your fero rod will never fall out.

[@spikesforge9000]

I kinda like the look with the pins

[@fatmanscoopmatney]

I liked the look of the epoxy pin on it that was a awesome job

[@billthomas8635]

I think the knife,sheath, and fire steel looks great! Thanks for sharing

[@stevedavison6115]

I wish I had your talents! Thanks a bunch.

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

Give it a shot! Cheers Steve.

[@mikebox]

Great job. I've got an original Ray Mears and a after market sheath that carries a Fire Steal and Sharpening Stone. Really great job.

[@germccoy8113]

Excellent tutorial. I love all your videos because they are natural , mistake or not. Hey that's life and we're here to learn. But my God beautiful craftsmanship. Looking forward to more in the future.

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

Thanks Ger! Always learning.

[@robertkelley4352]

i kinda like the pins showing looks great i think

[@rickcamden8357]

You have inspired me to start making my own knives.Your Craftsmanship is out standing, this video came just in time I just bought a Ferro Rod with out a handle.

[@bormatnor]

Great job, epoxy projects always seem to be full of surprises. We always seem to be our own worst critics.

[@jackdawg4579]

Like the idea of the glow in the dark liners. Very handy for a klutz like me who is always putting stuff down and not being able to find it again! oh - and as for the exposing of the epoxy pins - if you were Alex Steele, I wouldn't be watching...

[@nelsondiaz4344]

Sometimes the most perfect art is that one that includes those imperfections. Like those waves that you watch from shore. Each one different. Some break, some don't, some split once, others in many locations, some louder than others but each and every one of those waves are perfect. YOU, are the creator of that art of that handle. Those pins exist on that handle because of you. Your creation is therefore perfect. Thank you for bringing us the beauty that you make.

[@archiecox7126]

I really appreciate your art. You've taught me a lot in the short time that I've been watching you. It's only been about 4 months. I have a 8 year old daughter and every time I see yours on the screen it reminds me of her. Your kiddo makes me laugh. Thank you for that!

[@clogbustersllc9121]

I truly appreciate your knowledge and videos. I have finally bought my sanders and what not. First project with new tools is the saw blade knife. Thanks again

[@32FluidOz]

You're a good craftsman, thank you for sharing. I watched this video because I had seen the previous sheath video several times now -- I'm new to leather crafting and yours is in a handful of videos that I've watched several times now.

[@meat094]

Awesome vid! Thanks Dustin!

[@Beyondthebackyard-au]

Love the informative style of your videos. Far better than most you see on the internet. I am looking at making my first bushcraft knife and I will be using your videos as a guide. Thanks.

[@boomstickman71]

Amazon sells plenty of Ferro rods without the existing caps on them. I have several I am planning to make heads for. Thanks for the video.

[@udorechner6846]

Very nice Knife-Sheat and Firestarter set. Don't worry about the happy accident with the handle. In the end it looks fine. It is an unique set set that should make you proud of making it. Greetings from Germany.

[@Playingwithsettings]

I dig the little epoxy pins. There aren't enough enough epoxy pins in our lives. I would, however have liked to see little brass pins there. Revealing them like that would be unique and interesting.

[@franciswallace4932]

I really like your videos. Showing the problems that come up in a project makes it seem a little more doable. More importantly tryable.

[@johnjacobson876]

Thank you for all your great project vids. As for you mistake on the handle looks great and if you wouldn't have said something not sure many would have noticed. please keep the vids coming , it is truly great to watch so much skill , made look so easy.

[@HillbillysNdaBush]

In today's "throw a way" society of manufacturing, its great to see people with a keen eye keeping alive the Art of Craftsmanship. Knife and firesteel looks awesome, and it would be an honor to be included in your giveaway. BTW the cameraman does a great job at capturing all those closeups.

[@lupio111]

I really like the minor mistakes, they add character to the project and in a very special way the projects become unique. Alec Steele comment was funny, but we must learn to be patient, it is okay to be a perfectionist, but we must remember that we are human and everyone makes mistakes. we will never be perfect. Great work

[@GHOST0766]

Great craftsmanship, would be proud to have them. Till the next one...

[@Theallis1961]

I really liked the screw up on that ferro handle. I gave a real industrial look! love your video's. You have a delivery that is easy to follow and enjoyable at the same time. Thanks for sharing.

[@aussiecue]

I followed your work and made a sheaf for an Australian Dewie Army knife, Made some blunders but have a functional set up. For the ferro rod holder (10mm rod) I used a piece of 1/2 inch marine ply. I'd love to get some pics of it to you since you inspired me to finally make a kit for my knife. So Thanks!

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

That would be great. I’d love to see it.

[@winstonbrooks6254]

I enjoy the process you go through in making your knives, you demonstrate the true art in craftsmanship, your metal work, wood work, and leather work excells. Thanks, keep up the good work.

[@whittemorejustin1]

I’ve watched several of your vids before but this project has inspired me to try to put knife making and leather work together. Your attention to detail and planning techniques have taught me so much. Keep up the great work!

[@rayrichmond2325]

I really like watching your videos the knife is nice but I really like your hatchet and axe's

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

Thanks Ray. I love making them all, but I am more of an Axe guy then a knife guy. Keep an eye out for more axe content.

[@tbillington]

Looks great Dustin. The epoxy showing isnt worth worrying about, it adds an interesting detail.

[@larryschmidt3594]

Love the knife and sheath video, what I love about your vids is the fact you show a person can do all of this with basic tools. I too love to dabble in making things and though I would love to have some really expensive name brand tools I find I can do it like you with Harbor Freight power tools. And sometimes the mistakes or learning experiences turn out awesome anyhow. Keep it real and keep it fun but most of all keep it coming.

[@johnwellings3225]

Beautiful handle , be an absolute pleasure to use

[@Doog513]

Hi Dustin, the oration for your video should have been "awe man what a surprise, those epoxy pins turned out better than i thought they would, i didn't say anything about what i was expecting just on the off chance they turned out wrong" no body would have been any the wiser. Good work keep it up.

[@spike-bubble]

Sweet handle, nice job.

[@chancewilkinson3721]

Channels like this one is what inspires me to try my own hand at craftsmanship even with my little free time in the military thank you for the great videos.