"This is Madness!" -- FANTASY Knife Challenge

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[@RedBeardOps]

Hope yall enjoyed the build! If you want to buy it.... 💵 redbeardops.square.site/s/shop Make sure to watch the other competitors videos! I've seen some of their blades and am in awe of the craftsmanship on display with this challenge! All Videos Here - kzbin.info/aero/PLHVzgUOE_KDLC8HdXaOHbgw4HI_0w3bR4

[@RedBeardOps]

I also built a stand for it with my laser here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXmmZXedj9GhnJY

[@cae2487]

Are you still loving your littlemachineshop mill? I've been thinking of purchasing one more and more lately and I saw you video on it when you first got it and was just curious how you felt about after using it for quite a while. Thanks for any input you can share

[@RedBeardOps]

@@cae2487 For sure! I still love that machine. It's been doing a great job for me.

[@aidenallen4518]

out of curiosity how does one hear about these challenges and compete in them? (I do blacksmithing part time and have been thinking about starting a youtube channel of my work and this seems like a fun kind of thing to do for a video)

[@RedBeardOps]

@@aidenallen4518 You can contact Tyrell Knifeworks. He is our organizer.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

The handle and guard fit up are top notch. Next time consider just leaving the pins domed, they feel cool that way. I love the build! I can’t wait to see the sheath for it! 😜

[@RedBeardOps]

For sure! Thanks Tyrell! I decided to go with a stand over a sheath... don't think this will be anyone's daily! LOL

[@Yousoundvaxxed]

I’ve told you before and I’ll say it again. Your skills as a knifemaker has insanely skyrocketed dude! What a blades! Haha

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly Armen!

[@BlackBeardProjects]

Ahah! That's awesome man! What a strange and meticulously crafted knife! Congrats for all the perfect fit ups! Cheers!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly sir! As always I loved your build! Hope your week is going good! Cheers

[@MrSoloun]

Very creative build and was really interesting to watch the build :) Thanks for sharing it, good stuff.

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it! Have a great weekend sir!

[@rob379lqz]

Very well done! One quick recommendation… can you take a course grit to the vac nozzle. 👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Good tip

[@HansKnives]

Crazy design, I don't want to be bitten by it, because he will leave three kinds of wounds that are difficult to sew--! 🍻 Delightful half hour

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly HANS! I loved your integral handled knife!

[@_BLANK_BLANK]

I've been hoping to see the video for this since I saw it on blade forums. I'm missing the commentary a little though. I always like hearing the thought processes going into the work, and also little details that might not be obvious just watching it alone. I understand it's probably a bunch of extra work to make one. So I'm happy just seeing a new video though.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks man! Yeah, I honestly ran out of time for a detailed 30min narration. It does take a good deal of time. Glad you liked the video though!

[@CanadianCuttingEdge]

The blade is super fantasy, that is for certain but what really blows me away is your cinematography - that is one great video!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly sir! Much appreciated!

[@BonifabcustomRobBonifacio]

A blade design I've never seen before that's why I love it , great job

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you like it! Cheers man, I just started watching your build. Very cool knife!

[@surfrat9340]

Great build. Impressed with the organisation and cleanliness of your shop.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much! Have a great week!

[@austinstark860]

I'm not sure about the shape, but you should win based on the shear number of skills you had to master in order to pull off that build! Always inspired by what you do.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hahaha, much appreciated Austin! Voting is easy if you have time. I've never done very well in these challenges... figured I'd go all out this time! lol

[@sudo_nym]

Easily the most technically challenging build in the judge’s tier. Almost interchangeable blades!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Sudo! You really can! I played around with a few different orientations before landing on this one. Cheers sir!

[@5368791q]

Impresionante trabajo. So many different techniques, and materials, perfect fittings and extremely original desing. This is really a Fantasy knife. You certainly have my vote.

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers! Have a great day! Thank you

[@Anmobgoccult20]

Eeeehhhhh, well done again, it's a great honor for me to see another person with precise attention to detail and his wonderful work, well done and respect from old BG.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much! Cheers

[@craigbeardcustomblades]

How does one go about participating in these challenges? I’m a 10 year maker and just started a KZbin channel, would love to participate in one of these!! Love your channel and videos by the way

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks! This is our organizer! @Tyrell Knifeworks - kzbin.info

[@RevPirateDan]

Your dust collection protocols are bonkers-level great. Never thought I'd be commenting about that, or even ever really *notice* that, but, wow. Oh, and the knife is stunning, too.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly Dan! Cheers sir

[@DBCraftWorld]

This knife is one of a kind 😂! Crazy build James, but well made! Nice work!

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, thanks man!

[@SatanSupimpa]

Now make a sheath for it XD

[@patrickshaw7983]

That is a mad looking knife with no actual purpose but your attention to detail and workmanship is superb.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Patrick!

[@Indygo2024]

Nice knife. I enjoyed watching this movie. You were shaking in places and throwing hard, but there were also moments of peace. Thank you. 😃

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks!

[@cae2487]

Definitely a fantastical build. The display of skills you put into this knife is like a maestro of an orchestra. Hope you do well you definitely put a massive amount of time and effort into this and you should be proud of it regardless of what the votes may say. My hats off to you good sir you did a beautiful job with all the small little detail elements.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much for the comment! It's a wild design for sure. I'm happy the build is over, it was a little stressful! LOL

[@tsotsijan]

Crazy amount of work and serious skills, some clean finishing going on. Not too convinced on the practicality, but hey, its a fantasy knife, and you came up with a new design. I am just jealous on the workshop and machining, which looks to have taken some serious upgrading.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly sir! Cheers!

[@willardjames2685]

The way you put together this video was fantastic!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you Willard!

[@rafiqkatana]

That'd make a great combat knife, without the spike. They'd never be able to stop the blood flow from it.

[@donny6363]

Turned out really awesome man, such a cool design!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks a ton!

[@whuop-wadeshumbleopinion625]

Awesome build!!! Whew! So much detail…amazing workmanship, as always with your builds.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you so much 😀 - Have a great week!

[@donperryman3689]

Absolutely beautiful work!!! Just a suggestion, but you should have made the hook poker thing on it out of the same Damascus as the blades.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Don! Not a bad idea

[@oneshotme]

Beautiful fantasy knife!! Great job making it as well!!! Enjoyed your video so I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly!

[@oneshotme]

@@RedBeardOps You're welcome!

[@willw7595]

Now that is a lot of work on that knife. It is definitely a one-of-a-kind knife. Nice build.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you Will!

[@Anderson-HandForged]

great build james very cool for sure can you tell me what kind of compressor you are using for your air tool where to buy it thanks i have the same air tool but no compressor yet good luck Mark😀👍👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Mark, I bought that craftsman air compressor in 2011 from Sears. Cheers!

[@riasgremorypanasonic6968]

dis is grad . and looks amasing , The Zweg is not easy to understand, but it looks great and the halter is a challenge. a great job.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Have a great weekend!

[@f3arle551]

I really like the design. looks like it would be wicked to launch at someone lol. I have to ask though. why JB weld instead of epoxy? I mean it really isn't going to come apart now for sure haha.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Matt! Thank you! I like using JB weld when attaching metal to metal. Epoxy for wood handles

[@f3arle551]

@@RedBeardOps thats fair. Keep it up man!

[@jeffjefferson2676]

I dont know how strong the blades will be attached to the handle. But the concept is pretty good. No one can really grab the knife from you with that blade sticking to a side. I really like the detail you put in the handle. The knife sure is a beast of its own. Its modern art. Greetings, Jeff

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you Jeff! I agree! It's more of an art piece than a functional knife. But I wouldn't want to fight someone holding it.

[@Aleeknives]

I don't have the right words for this! COOL KNIFE

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL, me either! Cheers sir

[@brianfalls5038]

Nice job on the knife there sir but I do have 1 question. What is that round, bent shaft for on that knife? The rest of the knife makes sense but that round, bent piece of steel is confusing.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Brian; it's whatever you want it to be. The mystery is the intrigue. It can also be swapped out for various attachments; but the poker is the default ;)

[@brianfalls5038]

@@RedBeardOps cool

[@NOFX0890]

I oscillated between wanting to like it, to hating it, to laughing at it to actually liking it. Had to respect the skills no matter the aesthetics... What a build man. Super cool... Now you can spike a marlin round a corner while protecting your 6. And your 9...?

[@NOFX0890]

A zombie marlin....

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, i'm with you... it's a strange knife! Fun to build for sure

[@Joe_Bandit]

The hub being lighter is actually a really nice contrast IMO!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Joe!

[@NjordArtisan]

Awesome build! Definitely a unique design. Would be fit for the Mystery Challenge as well 😆

[@RedBeardOps]

For sure! Cheers sir, thank you! Your build was one of my favorite.

[@406751]

Super Weird. VERY AWESOME. LOVE IT!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Wengelsworkshop]

Really nice work James. It is definitely weird but it is beautiful at the same time

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much! Cheers man

[@andrejohnson6731]

Does it come with a sheath? 😂😂😂 you got my vote. The profile caught my attention, your machining skills are really good! This knife is really out there so yeah, I love it.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Andre! I actually made a stand for this knife.. seems like more of a stand knife than a sheath knife. LOL Cheers!

[@JPsBladeworks]

My respects. I know how much of a pain it must have been to grind those little blades. I always end up with little scratches on my fingers from getting to close to the belts. Awesome knife with some potentially deadly wounds.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly JP!

[@vincentjoseph5726]

The sharp sharpened edge style is good

[@xsalad_dodgerx8428]

Beautiful piece of art and craftsmanship there, I don my cap to you sir!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you kindly! Cheers

[@BR5494]

Iam.not.sure.what.you.were.going For.if.it.was.weird.you.win.hands Down.craftmanship.is.a.10 👏👏BRAVO 👏

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PJTForging]

This thing is so damn pretty! Good luck brother. 🔥🤘

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir!

[@RobanyBigjobz]

That's a properly bonkers looking knife. Really nicely paced and enjoyable video too :)

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly Robany! Cheers!

[@hainesknives]

Definitely CRAZY... But definitely cool!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks man!

[@1956arc]

Beautiful craftsmanship !

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much!

[@larrycolson7451]

AWESOME Job my friend! I ran across your video because I'm interested in the xTool Laser. I'm also a perfectionist and was intrigued with your skills and could not stop watching you knife building video. You rock my friend! I'm a Texan also! Keep up the good work and God Speed with your knife building and I have subcribed and casnt wait to see more knives in the future! LC from spring, TX

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah Larry! glad you're enjoying the videos my friend. God Bless Texas

[@4sakend1]

Madness? THIS...IS...KNIFE MAKING!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL - PERFECT

[@garetkonigsfeld2]

You win hands down. Super nice fit and finish 👌.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you Garet!! Cheers

[@andrewfisher1051]

I don't completely understand the design choices, BUT your build skills are off the chain. Good luck!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly Andrew! I don't think I fully understand the design either!

[@vladimirkovacevic1656]

awesome knife and beautiful pattern and handle,i love copper guard,it looks like parrying dagger or modified sai

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Vladimir! Glad you like it

[@padepokanmlangi4446]

Crazy work...nice job👍👍👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@chadbutler3277]

There was a lot of work in this build. you are the next "click spring" dude! Great job

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you liked it Chad!

[@hulkthedane7542]

Forgot to say; I absolutely love the way you edited the video... and love the music. Nice job!

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@darko6697]

wow this guy has got skills really cool looking knife love Damascus blades amazing

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly Jason!

[@kurage_medusa]

amazing craftsmanship on such a cursed design i'm so confused as to why the smaller blade has the edge facing that way

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you Jellyfish! This knife was just for fun. Supposed to be wackey.

[@kurage_medusa]

Perhaps the edge could have been on the other side instead, like the blade on a scythe or japanese kama

[@Skywah]

What is that thing you use in the beginning of the video. I need some things like this to make it easier to grind. But I have no idea what the name is

[@RedBeardOps]

Can you send me a time stamp. I'm not sure what you're talking about.

[@Hvactech89]

Very very nice looking blade love the lay out and materials I would have made the center blade about 3 inches longer only for weight and sheathing lol gonna be a crazy sheath over all my favorite fantasy blade and material usage is amazing with contrast

[@RedBeardOps]

Cool thoughts! And thank you!

[@evank7113]

Awesome blade but what’s the top poker for ?

[@RedBeardOps]

It's an enigma for sure

[@Drew_lininger]

Dangggg! Turned out amazingly well! So unique and cool🔥🔥🔥

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Drew!

[@Dx20xygen7]

'So a while back I was commissioned a sheath and agreed before seeing the actual piece… And that, kids, is how I got hemorroids, tremor and became short-sighted'😂 Awesome work man! Why didn't you peen the rivets though? Are you THIS confident in the epoxy you have?🤔

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, thanks! I'm pretty confident in epoxied straight pins since many a knife has been made this way with success, however, I think the look of domed pins would have been better on this knife.

[@mikewomack5178]

I haven't watched all the videos yet but you have my vote on pure creativity and technical skill! Great job!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you greatly Mike! Have a great weekend!

[@oneshotme]

Half the things you're complaining about most of us never would have noticed LOL

[@RedBeardOps]

This is true! Cheers sir

[@chinochine4739]

Very cool

[@Dukedj34]

Watching you make this was pretty amazing

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Duke!

[@andyc750]

totally crazy, nothing to not love there

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you Andy! It was a blast!

[@chriswilliams5699]

Man, I got tired just watching the build. Great job sir!

[@RedBeardOps]

Lol, thanks Chris! Lots of components on this guy... stressful at times for sure!

[@JediJunkie247]

This is madness! Captain Jack Sparrow: This is politics

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL - Cheers Jeffrey

[@rottrules]

Not feeling the design but but the craftsmanship was awesome and I learned a few techniques I'm anxious to try. Thanx and keep it up.

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you enjoyed the build Vom! It was fun to play with something different. Cheers!

[@Bladeshed]

Wow, amazing work, I enjoyed that a lot. Good luck with the competition.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much!

[@Charlielizard]

Beautiful!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@gregbrightwell4682]

I love the laser cut templates. Liked and subscribed

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Greg! Cheers!

[@redwolfknives3174]

Amazing skill shown in this video. The weapon is extraordinary!

[@RedBeardOps]

Much appreciated! Thank you!

[@valterwilliamsdemoraeswill585]

Eu gostaria de saber qual é o intuito deste projeto, está pessoa teve todo este trabalho para fazer mas não explicou qual é a utilidade desta ferramenta 🤔

[@RedBeardOps]

A faca foi construída para um desafio de fantasia. Foi só por diversão!

[@alme6743]

What's that spike nail thing I thought you were going to tell us haha

[@RedBeardOps]

That's a great question Al! I'm not sure myself

[@alme6743]

@@RedBeardOps hahaha perfect answer

[@TonySeverioKnives]

Awesome job my friend

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you sir!

[@RestorationAustralia]

Very cool.😊

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Garyandrewalexander]

Strange,but elegant.

[@RedBeardOps]

lol, thank you!

[@MorrisonManor]

Was that WD-40 you dunked the billet into before the first heat?

[@RedBeardOps]

That was Kerosene

[@stvincents2007]

Why as the knife got a bent bar coming out the top?

[@RedBeardOps]

To tickle my enemies so they are vanquished with a smile

[@adamc3474]

Very interesting design. I enjoy getting to see something different. 1 Question, your Bauer portable band saw, have you been happy with it. Or if you were to buy another, would you buy a different 1. I'm considering buying a Dewalt, but the Bauer is less than half the price. Keep up the great work and stay awesome.

[@RedBeardOps]

I've been super happy with it... may end up buying another as a spare when this one breaks down the road.

[@adamc3474]

@@RedBeardOps Thank you very much. Thats a big help.

[@pernykvist3442]

Do it work like a scissor?

[@RedBeardOps]

It does not! But good idea!

[@SmittyTutDesigns]

Wicked Cool!!! :D

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mattiasbackman6272]

Fun to look at 👍

[@RedBeardOps]

Much appreciated!

[@glenpaul3606]

I'm trying to think of what, if any, practical purpose this knife would have ?

[@RedBeardOps]

No idea. It feels dangerous in the hand. Send it back 1000 years in a time machine and they'd think a wizard made it. This build was purely for fun though.

[@glenpaul3606]

@@RedBeardOps LOL... Are all contestants building that same knife ? It did take great skills to build it...hope you win the contest !

[@RedBeardOps]

@@glenpaul3606 Thanks Glen!

[@jamesperkins9833]

Beautiful work!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Have a great weekend James!

[@mushfiqurrahman2515]

GJ

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks!

[@4wknives]

Next level stuff. Super impressive as always

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@PrometheusV]

Make a kife! No! Make 2! OK Which one? Yes

[@RedBeardOps]

LOL! That's exactly how it went

[@denji_knife9794]

To be honest, this was fucking amazing

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yea, thank you man!

[@HeavyForge]

Freakin crazy!! Great work man!🔥👍🏻

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you like it! Cheers man! Loved your knife!

[@OldHickoryForge]

Alright. Two things One. That shop vac nozzle is the real MVP Two. Be honest. How many taps, end mills and drill bits did you break? Awesome work man I love it!

[@RedBeardOps]

Man that nozzle is the MVP! lol I broke one tap... but I was being an idiot... hadn't annealed the hub. Broke and endmill too.... 😂 Thanks and Cheers sir! Have a great weekend.

[@mcrich1978]

🤘🤪🤘

[@antchung2370]

How would you use that thing..? 🤔AntHelp

[@RedBeardOps]

As an evil warlord 2000 years ago as a tool to put fear in the hearts of your subjects.

[@mikekooz475]

You never disappoint. LOL

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Mike!

[@ranvijay84]

इसका इस्तमाल क्या है?????

[@RedBeardOps]

यह सिर्फ मनोरंजन के लिए है! अपनी कल्पना का इस्तेमाल करें। प्रोत्साहित करना