Blacksmithing - Forging a bearded axe

[@johnniewalker39]

Awesome! From a cube of steel and a chunk of ash, to a masterpiece!

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!!

[@johnniewalker39]

Torbjörn Åhman You're my favourite blacksmith on youtube.

[@torbjornahman]

Cool!

[@matejhosner1980]

Subscribed. What is the price of a piece such as this? What to do if you put a dent in it??!

[@torbjornahman]

Not sure what to charge for one. Not selling any just yet. Dent? You re-grind it!

[@robertferrier8424]

Most KZbin vids are a waste of time, but every now and again I see something that makes me think, “holy crap, that was AWESOME!” Your vid was incredible...you are both an artist and a craftsman...seeing your work wants me to become a blacksmith. Or a Viking. Or maybe both. Thanks for sharing your talent...best thing I’ve seen in awhile.

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thanks!

[@cluny]

with a name like ferrier, blacksmithing, or hoof care for horses make sense. (I'm a Kathleen Ferrier completist).

[@nord4338]

You are a true artist of the forge, Torbjorn, thanks for sharing your work to produce a bearded axe better than any our Viking ancestors owned. Your shop and assortment of tools is amazing. I hope you are making a good living over there in the motherland.

[@torbjornahman]

:) Thank you!

[@udoirsa3305]

ft ft ft😊

[@Aleisdee]

Love it when you can hear the sound of the hammering machine starting up - it sounds like anticipating music and you just know some cool hammering action is coming

[@aries_9130]

Beautiful craftsmanship. I think this is my favorite of all your videos so far!

[@torbjornahman]

Sweet. Thank you!!!

[@aries_9130]

You're welcome! :)

[@TrueMetalWarlord]

Agreed gorgeous axe, this video made me smile.

[@MrSirCedrick]

me too. very inspiring. :)

[@frankmagaro8381]

.rzr ..,,,a

[@titwo]

Such a pleasure in this web-tech world ... Thanks for continuing making those marvels and sharing with the rest of us

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!!

[@john-ovehansson4451]

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[@john-ovehansson4451]

shubacka jnnk

[@dovahheimiik2580]

Only a year after I first watched this, and on my third or fourth watch, have I noticed the soft, pleasant music in the latter half of the video. My enjoyment has gone up immensely, because the music helps add a little atmosphere, without being obnoxious or overpowering. I love it.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@ratroddiesels1981]

this programme is worthy of another viewing. the blacksmith is the king of all craftsmen

[@davepelfrey3958]

This makes the 5th time I've watched this axe build. Absolutely a beautiful piece.

[@torbjornahman]

Cool! Thanks

[@m.m.576]

check out my ax

[@mkivy]

I’ve watched this a few times and I never tire of ur skills and final product which is a work of beauty!

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you Mike!

[@yalimit]

Best video I've watched on KZbin. It's very relaxing and satisfying, the music and forest shots made me feel calm. Great vid.

[@charliesabre4328]

Love that you’re using a traditional Viking style axe eye shape 👏🏻

[@diagorosmelos3187]

Bloody genius! I watched it to the end. I was a Blacksmiths apprentice in Scotland and i used to do things like this. But the shaft was something i never managed. Well done you.Takes me back a bit! ( but why the thumbs down? Jealous Blacksmiths?)

[@Theodinsson]

Next episodes: - hewing logs - building a dragon ship - Torbjörn goes raiding ?

[@stephencresswell4760]

He is getting more Viking with each video.

[@torbjornahman]

Ha ha. Watch out! :)

[@MrGeneralissimus]

Now I'm hyped for "How to build a boat" video! Dont dissapoint me or i'll whine in comments :)

[@matiaselizalde7051]

Shields!

[@jowanmay6358]

yessssss need a shield

[@SirBeauJangles]

Not so much an axe as a very beautifully-functional work of art. In this age of price first, quality second this was such a treat to watch. And not a trace of ego anywhere. Top Class, Sir. Thank You.

[@schex9]

I love that you don't even hear distant traffic sounds

[@fayzakorichi8040]

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[@stellarguymk]

Great editing with the nature scenes and then the gentle music. Exactly what was needed to keep me interested! Fantastic handiwork too!

[@scottforrest2097]

Just beautiful! The rawness, the precision, the spring steel edge, the carved Ash handle. Since I can’t make it myself I’d love to buy or trade!

[@21centurymagic]

As someone who has no use for an axe, I want an axe.

[@torbjornahman]

Totally natural reaction! Nothing to worry about. :)

[@21centurymagic]

If and when I manage to try my hand at blacksmithing this'll be at the top of my list!

[@shadowfirekarp]

Flaccid Platypus every man has a use for an axe, u just havent found yours yet.... and besides. It's a freaking axe. axes get shit done. thats what they do.

[@Phelan666]

There's always use for an axe.

[@wesleytax629]

killing, woodcutting, just kidding about the killing :PP

[@mgpunya1]

I've watched this over & over just can't get enough. What a workmanship, what an axe. Just beautiful....

[@torbjornahman]

Great!

[@technicallydifficulties7094]

I love the peculiar combination of old and modern tools in your workshop. Excellent job!

[@harrison3639]

To begin with i was wondering why you were using mild steel, so glad I kept watching to see you add the hardenable steel. Beautiful piece of craftsmanship

[@petermanetta2920]

I can watch this over and over again....such a beautiful axe, well done..you are a master of your craft.

[@rickerose541]

I understand now why you dont put many knife making video's on here. Everyone makes knives. I really enjoy watching you build these beautiful and useable tools. Good job Sir.

[@Sourcelighteer]

Holy hell it takes this much effort even with modern tools and understandings. I can only imagine what it must've been like in the olden days

[@OmerAliCoskun]

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[@jimhills1265]

There are only a couple major differences... A, the steel from which it started (a big factor if one were starting from ore, but that wasn't usually the case). B, the blower fan on the forge (not a huge deal with a good bellows set up), C, the power hammer (Extremely convenient, though not necessary, and D, a belt sander (again, convenient, though not necessary). All things considered, you just witnessed how it was done with a few minimal shortcuts due to modern convenience. Effort, yes--then, and now. Skill? Definitely. Talent and dedication? Without question. To the smith... Well done, Brother. Well done.

[@poundtownmetalworks6530]

i was thinking the exact same thing... its amazing how refined his work is with hand tools.

[@horstwurst3131]

There were waterbased power hammers in late medieval europe.

[@philipmasters7491]

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[@jeffreycoulter4095]

Beautiful axe, anyone would be proud to own one, but he is blessed that can also build one.

[@stevenstallabrass3819]

Just beautiful! You are such an amazing craftsman and artist! 🫶👊🤝

[@HardscrabbleBlake1968]

The Legendary Viking Warror, Torbjorn the Berserkr! I never get tired of watching this video.

[@jackmurn123]

I like how when he's making the handle, he uses the long, traditional process of using the axe to carve it down, and then just pulls out his industrial grinder to finish it up.

[@анхомяк-п6л]

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[@анхомяк-п6л]

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[@emidiojoao9333]

@@josephphillips5087 😅😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@warlockborn1031]

@@анхомяк-п6л I totally agree.

[@josephsadowski4532]

That is some of the best blacksmithing work I have seen in a very long time, Actually, since my father work, and he worked for the LIRR and was the chief inspector on all fright and passenger cars when they had a problem, He worked the yard in Long Island City, and could make any part needed when they could not get one delivered, This Gye is really Good! I Love the spring steel you put in as that head as it is the hardness of that blade and will not chip or bend, perfect, I am amazed. God Bless and Thank You!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Joseph!

[@josephsadowski4532]

@@torbjornahman it is true, your good

[@johnm3850]

That hardened spring insert was a very cool idea.

[@TheJerry834]

It was a common practice back then. I believe Vikings were the first to do so.

[@MultiRichard1965]

I like it to watch your videos, especially the silence! No senseless talking , just "the show". I wish, i would have the space to do the same at home. Sadly i have NOT... Keep it up!

[@gouganaut7192]

Wow....awesome....one of the last men on this planet with the know how to forge and create a hatchet......Top👍👍👍👍

[@blackoutsurvival8261]

Alec steele.....

[@jolujo5842]

What a beautiful piece of work ! 👍👍👍👍👍 Great video. Lots of detail on all the steps of the forging and finish. Thank you so much. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@jerrieyum]

That is such a beautiful axe. I want one so bad. Just like that. I love the forge marks and hammering marks it is just so beautiful.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@MarioAPN]

Honestly this type of axe, arc that cuts is the best for me. It just rolls on the wood, it does not stick into it. Really enjoyable if you are "weak".

[@OlneyaTesota]

For beautiful work and great video i always watch Torbjorn, Jc

[@morrow.m]

Excellent. Love the forge welded bit on that beaut. Went old school on the handle. Literally hewing it out of that log section with another axe. Very cool.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Michael!

[@البوبوفراج]

Torbjörn Åhman رائع

[@Katharsis540]

Michael Morrow Stone Axe forges Steel.

[@ddcollhandyman]

Katharsis540 ‘

[@marvinbeasley9316]

Michael Morrow

[@SoloVagant]

We own it to ourselves to never let skills such as these be forgotten ......

[@jasonfryer7002]

Love this guy's tools!! And good close ups of what's going on too!....that anvil is a BEAST...HOLY COW!!!

[@JonnyNestea]

my german anvil has 320kg :D

[@draco147]

@@JonnyNestea Fat praising... people now days and their plus sized anvils.

[@timvanpelt9461]

Beautiful design and workmanship. Old school excellence!!!!!

[@radupetrupetica]

Dear Mr. Torbjörn, hälsningar från Rumänien! I have recently discovered your channel, and like many here, I love your videos. Especially this one, which for me is the best axe forging video out there. It's true art what you do. Your work deserves a special presentation and you are doing an amazing job with this too, presenting it in such natural way but which is full of greatness. Really great stuff... Respect and appreciation!

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thank you so much Radu!

[@radupetrupetica]

Thank you! My grandfather was also a blacksmith, doing all kinds of forms from iron, and of course, seeing you reminds me of him. I also love the Swedish language, even though I can't speak it, I've always loved it. But what really makes your videos special for me is the amazing work which is put together by your hands and heart and the wonderful way in which you present it. Thank you, for something which will never get old and boring :)

[@mgdp12]

Torbjörn! Ready to work! Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship.

[@shaneroper477]

A little dash of vision, a little dash of talent and and skill, a few drops of patience, a dollop of metal, and a sliver of wood. Presto! An axe. Well done!

[@bassplayer8815]

Shane Roper Where's the peanut butter

[@nifty1940]

A recipe for skill, effort and reward, hey. A great remark mate

[@smellymel2338]

Its really nice to see all the positivity on this channel.

[@Punisher-ko9yl]

I was not expecting an actual forge, I thought it was another restoration video. Good job

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@kennethsandberg9666]

Nice axe! And beautiful video work as always. I don't know if it's just the quiet finn in me.. When I rather listen to hammers and birds singing in the background, instead of dubbed how-to-videos on youtube. Keep up the good work, and I'll keep watching them! :D Hälsningar från Österbotten

[@torbjornahman]

Tack Kenneth!

[@vaulthecreator]

I wouldn't say it's just the quiet Finn in you,. I'm an Aussie and often someone yammering on drives me bonkers. Sure, the insights and info is useful but more often than not I'm like "mate, shut the hell up and let me hear the work" lol. This is precisely why my 3 favourite channels are this one, Almazan Kitchen (Serbians cooking outdoors) and Dorian Bracht (Japanese joinery). G'day from Australia.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you Vaul!! :)

[@basshunter8517]

Torbjörn Åhman I wish I could be student of a steel master like you! Excellent job! 🙋👍👍

[@luizcarlos2924]

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[@beardguyworkshop]

Beautiful axe, thanks for showing the process from start to finish

[@rickschneider3887]

Outstanding workmanship!! Perfect blade angle and perfect shape of the handle to let the blade slice while chopping! Thank you for sharing your techniques, they were fascinating!

[@lazy1126]

Hard work pays off.

[@andernordin9321]

its hard VORK pays off, or AARDVARK pays off

[@aussieassassin660]

Heyour meking a cheekin oot of a feader.

[@monsterhunternathanultimat4114]

You have the skills of a true craftsman!!!

[@saltongaming340]

its Amazing how a cube off steel can become something so beautiful

[@christianharbour821]

Your beautiful ;)

[@kostadinterziev6438]

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[@aritkskantofirghy5174]

salton gaming asbees

[@barrybarkley1316]

YOU ARE THE BEST BLACKSMITH I HAVE SEEN. YOU MAKE ME REALISE HOW FAR I AM FROM BEING A GOOD BLACKSMITH. AWESOME WORK AS ALWAYS

[@ahorseman4ever1]

Beautifully done, I've always wanted a bearded axe but have yet to run across one. Most of my axes are antique repurposed axes that I have had to rehang. After I watched your video I might have to make it one of the things I forge. Again thank you for your videos. Someday I would love to travel and meet some of my favorite youtubers. Your at the top of my list.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Blake!

[@grumpyolesilverback7211]

It’s always a pleasure to watch a tradesman take pride in his or her work. I learn so many little effort saving tricks from them that I can apply on any number of jobs. Excellent work. Now I need to convince the better half that I just absolutely have to have one. lol

[@johnjude2685]

I love this, I will build several hand axes and Tommy Hawks this winter,Got to add a ribbon burner and do like the way you started with mild steel and added the spring steel Thanks you again Sir

[@j.chaitlal9421]

Bruh its tomahawk. Tf is a tommy hawk?

[@draven3838]

Tommy hawks ,is a name invented by Buffalo Bill Cody ,we natives never called them that the white European people are great at making little cute names for such items

[@kordianslowik4893]

@@draven3838 hue pllgfj1jx8ej, jack y3duuxu4uduxu3h8xueu, ❤️

[@Mviews-ux1ew]

Im planning on making an axe too, what steel would work for a project like this? of what steel does he use?

[@ognatedogg285]

I recently saw one of your videos on Facebook and followed your page because I thought it was so interesting. You have great craftsmanship and really got me interested in the craft. You've inspired me to start getting into smithing. Love your work, thank you for sharing.

[@torbjornahman]

That's awesome! Thanks

[@whuop-wadeshumbleopinion625]

Awesome axe! I am really enjoying watching your techniques. I have been struggling with getting the harden able bit to seat well. Your process of notching it prior to forge welding it together is genius. I think I’ll go give that a try.

[@JoachimderZweite]

This is a work of art as well as being an essential tool.

[@atholldavis3840]

You are great at making stuff and good at crafting

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!

[@johnjude2685]

I've said forge welding several times and over.Did a fair job of rivets for my last forge weld that failed.But I'll try again Sir. It's a beautiful axe you built,A super beautiful tool. Thanks for the teaching Sir

[@Gpknives]

Amazing. That is a beautifully crafted tool and some serious skill and craftsmanship.

[@dennisneo1608]

GPKNIVES yes but I want all hand made. Too much machinery for me.

[@poundtownmetalworks6530]

I was thinking the same thing. Always great watching these videos and projects get done, so incredibly refined.

[@tysonmurphy9758]

My favorite build so far. I love that beard.

[@rmlblmrtgrs9673]

Este hombre es un genio, literalmente es un artista..

[@johngorman4052]

A great job you made of this project. That spring steel for the cutting - edge of the Bearded Axe was brilliant idea and real scary sharp, made short easy work of chopping up that log on the ground there at the end. Awesome Skill as well cutting and shaping the axe handle, also a nice snug fit. Magnifique!!!!!

[@abooswalehmosafeer173]

A Star is Born.That was so Relaxing and Therapeutic to Watch.Also Spiritual.Very Scholar.Something about Humankind Ingenuity and aesthetics.Close to Nature.And the Sound of the Hammer!!What a primal Music.Many Thanks

[@EricSmith-lj7ln]

finally a bearded axe that's not just a cut down American axe

[@zoichikanoe6242]

Remind me of my situation, 4-5 hours of handforging, 2 hours of hand grinding and smoothing, hardening and temper, 10 hours for the knife handle :D

[@krustysurfer]

and someone offers you 20 dollars for it...............................one mans tool is another mans trash................ when the hammer drops the craftsman holds the stage

[@alanwatts8239]

forging: 5 hours grinding: 2:30 hours making the handle: too long

[@tomjones4318]

Sorry, nothing like it. The problem with you club guys and your precious creations.

[@sergeantrainstorm1269]

Tom Jones ???????

[@tomjones4318]

@@sergeantrainstorm1269 Where?

[@Jay-lc1nh]

What a stubborn piece of steel. Beautiful work. 🪓

[@scottdunbar4898]

Beautiful work by a master. Thank you for the video.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@dongjoonshin5951]

If I were a blacksmith: *"I just like hitting objects, but I have no idea what I'm doing."*

[@dongjoonshin5951]

@Jeremy wow, that’s really cool!

[@McGowanForge]

@Jeremy honestly same, like today I just started hammering on a railroad spike and I possibly just made a cool knife

[@cookworms]

wish i could have the chance of sending 1M likes.. lots of efforts it takes for such a fruitful result....

[@b.c.barrow9398]

This whole video is therapeutic for the soul

[@richardcook5747]

A pleasure to watch you work. Thanks!

[@WireWeHere]

And so it came to pass that at 17:00 an erie silence fell over the entire coop. Then, as was the custom, the fledglings began to cluck their goodbyes to their elders perch high on death roost. Be brave and remember long ago when the skies offered freedom. Buck, buck, beguck.

[@wyatts.5326]

?????????

[@tri-forceblades3123]

@@wyatts.5326 really????? He just sharpened the axe and is going to slaughter so.e chickens for dinner. Its called humor. Lol lol lol

[@mikehodges6598]

I recognize the Iron Mountain Forge Welding Flux you're using at 10:57. I've had great results with it. It's really great flux and is even better than straight borax.

[@ForestHermit]

The best vacation is outdoor recreation!!

[@David9523]

Please don't speed these videos up... it is memorizing to watch a craftsman at work. Everything today seems it has to be rushed. Thanks for posting your work!

[@lilhummingbird8271]

It's amazing how you can take one thing and turn it into something totally different and unique, thank you for sharing

[@PavelowGunner1122]

Why would anyone give this a thumbs down? Thunder Bear is a badass. Skål fetter!

[@draven3838]

I never tire of watching your videos ,great axe

[@ricardorodriguez1278]

Am I the only one that just keeps watching this video over and over again... I think this is my 6th or 7th time watching this video

[@newbiegaming6090]

I wouldn't blame ya.

[@vladimirvaynkhadler8726]

its calming

[@falconettig]

All right, the drummer knows his stuff. Let's hear the guitarist too next time. You need that for metal!!!

[@robschoenmakers8757]

falconett

[@kangmur9771]

9:54 the addition of steel 23:17 looks very perfect thank's

[@sirsir9665]

When I saw the hammer machine I knew this guy serious. Blacksmithing is always better, if you got the skill. The time he put in that thing is amazing

[@T-iu5qw6kl2s]

Strong and powerful ax. I like this ax very much.

[@zachpitcher5800]

not going to lie, as a welder, i about covered my eyes when i saw the mig gun haha

[@matthewmoilanen787]

Excellent proportions with a handle that doesn't look goofy because it's way to large! Awesome job and a pleasure to watch being made!

[@sblack48]

Who in their right mind would give this thumbs down?????

[@kanishkc3457]

scott black

[@watcharabun8092]

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[@LarryC213]

Rv4 Guy, I have no idea. Maybe a guy who just purchased an axe at a Walmart store and he desperately wishes to believe that his is just as good.

[@chrisis9030]

+ Rv4 Guy People who aren't right in their minds, duh... Jealousy is a big thing for some folks.

[@5x535]

Rv4 Guy, people that think that THEIR way to do something is the ONLY way and that by putting someone else's idea down somehow makes their idea better. Pathetic thinking. Jealousy is also a huge issue.

[@atholldavis3840]

You make a lot of amazing stuff. You should try to make a sword.

[@torbjornahman]

Easier said than done... maybe some day!

[@tvvneedmeerosamabalochosam2944]

+Torbjörn Åhman ußssex @ yr sexy meer o' meer Hello đèßo @ dissent Hello đèßo . ... @

[@BenjaminEsposti]

Best place to start is probably to start making knives and make them longer and longer until ... presto! Sword! :D

[@MWalsh1992]

how about a double headed Battleaxe?

[@henryallen6599]

Benjamin Esposti it's actually very hard to forge a sword because you must have the right forge and a lot of skill. That is why my katana came out looking like a pigs tail. Not literally but you get the point.

[@gurbaljit1]

Beautiful work. God bless you. Thanks. HAVE A NICE DAY....

[@manazari1]

I have watched your videos times and times & enjoy them more and more. I learned a lot of them. Good luck, take care.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks, Glad you like them!

[@123456789046650]

Every honor of the guy, you're really a magician ! ! !

[@owdjockey4459]

Hi Torbjorn, excellent craftmanship and a beautiful piece of work. Now all you need to do is grow a beard, get some tattoos and start quoting Ragnar Lothbrock. LOL

[@JackRobin86]

Could you try making some traditional woodworking tools? Like, for instance, a drawknife and a froe? Also, could you make a three-pound Japanese-style dog's head hammer? PLEASE?

[@torbjornahman]

I might! I'll put them on my list :)

[@JackRobin86]

Thank you!!!

[@loul7239]

KyleG. Hey, before reading other posts I suggested the same thing! Didn't mean to imitate but it's a great idea nonetheless.

[@ormansakini2088]

may be auger drill, carving knife, traditional saw...

[@MrLegendseeka]

I love that this guy shows you the whole process. Im not tryna discredit anybody else but I like these complete forges better. I'm not a huge fan of the blacksmiths who forge a bar and then cut and grind it into shape

[@joshuamayberry4301]

amazing skill. beauty and purpose. I am very impressed!!

[@flacoral]

Awesome. Superb. It was a joy to watch.

[@mauricioramoscal]

I like you dont use the grinder too much. You get as close as possible with the hammer

[@talipucar8157]

You've made an amazing executioner's ax, congratulations.

[@oviconstatin]

I love how you work ! Greetings from Romania.