Blacksmithing - Making a timber framing slick and chisel

This is how I tackle the creation of two timber framing tools. A slick and a chisel, both with seamless handle sockets. I use the traditional way of forge welding tool steel to a mild steel tool body.
I once again would like to thank John Rigoni who came up with this cool method to make sockets.
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[@cukka99]

There is a Turkish proverb that goes "alet işler, el övünür", "the tool works, the hand boasts", or the tool does the work, the person using the tool gets the praise. It's a questionable sentiment to begin with for sure, but in this case even more so, since the same hand that wielded the tools also made the tools. And what fine tools they are too.

[@marcsenteney3160]

Well said!

[@pierdolio]

The tool does nothing until the hand touches it.

[@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740]

Alas tis but a tool, untill the tool of the tools is crafted by a magician such as he!. Blessings Crawford out🙏🔥⚒️🧙🏼‍♂️

[@DABrock-author]

To quote Thulsa Doom, “What is steel compared to the hand that wields it?” 🤓

[@heirofaniu]

"The same hammer which shatters the stone forms the bronze."

[@NBZW]

Two more objects of museum quality art, always a pleasure to watch. Thank you.

[@reubencdebaca2408]

I really enjoy your comical editing.

[@dougscott9524]

I'm skilled craftman of 38 yrs. but in your area your video showed every step with- out saying what and how to, great job. I'm a furniture builder, I should start Utube videos.

[@torbjornahman]

Cool, do it!

[@Painless61]

It's always a pleasure to watch you. And again, a masterpiece was created in the end. For me, your channel is one of the best channels on YT. I'm looking forward to your next video. 👍🏽

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Joe!

[@juanluismartinezgarcia5620]

He 7 la cuenta y

[@georgepatterson9324]

Mesmerising. Beautiful workmanship. It’s a tool I would love to use. Very well done. Be encouraged. George

[@paulocesardiasridolphi1689]

Lindos os Formão Quanto custa cada um ?

[@chrischerry2787]

There is something about your videos that give us all a sense of achievement, even though it's you doing all of the work. I think it's the pleasure in watching someone take the basic raw materials & form a totally new object with their own hands & knowing it wasn't just mass produced from a factory solely for profit. Great video, thanks. 😊

[@j.r.tidwell3318]

THE MASTER AT WORK AGAIN. THIS IS MY NINTH TIME WATCHING THIS VIDEO. I JUST LOVE IT.

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thank you!

[@wilsonguitars156]

there are a lot of amateur youtubers out there ....this is not one!....incredible skills and knowhow.....my hat is off to your great craftsmanship!!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks 👍

[@elonkiss8066]

You are the best in the youtube! 👍👍👍👍

[@llnewbold]

Blacksmith, woodworker, camera man, cook! You're a man of many talents

[@jimurrata6785]

You missed: An _amazing_ father to his beautiful family!

[@stevenjones6982]

Craftsmanship at its finest

[@davidhaas3681]

Absolutely beautiful work. Thank you so very much for the opportunity to watch.

[@husnubahadr2912]

you missed yourself. I learned from your videos that there is nothing you can't do with iron, steel and metals. I am enjoying watching you. You're amazing.

[@Phoeff99]

Pretty sure the robot Mower could’ve been equipped with a Flame thrower to accomplish the same but in spectacular fashion! Beautiful work as always; just incredible. Timber framed workshop in the future?

[@raymondquadros7142]

I understood every word this guy said. I am quite fluent in his language. lol. Love watching your projects. Regards from California........

[@torbjornahman]

:)

[@abdelmajeedabdallah1397]

هذه ليست حداده ولا نجاره هذا هو الابداع شكرا لك على هذا الفن

[@GeneSimonalle]

Oooh! Does this mean there is a timber frame building in the Ahman family future? 🤠⚒🔥❤

[@torbjornahman]

He he, I doubt it, but it would have been fun!

[@iolithblue]

@@torbjornahman ultimate collaboration with Mr Chickadee, and new Yorkshire workshop

[@howler6490]

I look forward to the wood sections of your films almost as much as the blacksmithing. You always have some beautifully grained pieces available...more magic I suppose... Anyhow, the end results are, without fail, superb. Tools anybody would be proud to have in their toolkit...thank you.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much!

[@Recoletor]

​@@torbjornahman Can you forge a Roman segmented loric?

[@randyhager2054]

YEAH..........I smell a larger timber frame project coming on. Thunder Bear doesn't make stuff just for our entertainment! He has a purpose for those slicks! GREAT WORK as always Thunder Bear!

[@markphillips8019]

Aha!! No more Mrs Thunderbear's oven!!!! Good job on getting the oven.

[@MikaelKjell]

Ahhh🙏 I'm happy to see something normal happening🙏 I needed this right now👌 Thank you, Torbjörn🙏 Great work!👍😊

[@user-yb8et4vm8w]

Да-а-а! Одним лайком тут не обойтись, надо что-нибудь написать. У Вас ЗОЛОТЫЕ РУКИ, с огромным уважением отношусь к Вашему труду, вы большой молодец. Я уже писал и снова повторюсь. ТАЛАНТЛИВЫЙ ЧЕЛОВЕК - ТАЛАНТЛИВЫЙ ВО ВСЁМ. СПАСИБО БОЛЬШОЕ! ХРАНИ ВАС ГОСПОДЬ! Жду всегда ваши ролики.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much Alexey!

[@raymondcape]

Amazing project tool.Watching from Pampanga Philippines

[@petejones1957]

Very few people can work so well with metal, very few people can work so well with wood, very very few, can do both! Chapeau!!

[@stunnedatsunset7649]

Torbjörn...you're just AMAZING!

[@roycolglazier1061]

Gorgeous, old school tools, I know you'll love using them on building construction! 😁👍❗️ RRC

[@richardrappleyea7307]

I love your videos. They help me sleep and before I fall asleep I get to watch an informative video. I've learned a lot from these videos

[@ratroddiesels1981]

this programme was so entertaining for us we will want to view it many times. tack

[@DamnYankeeWorkshop]

Beautiful work and cool technique with the iron oxide. I have not seen that before. When you hopped onto the completed timber frame assembly at the end...I had no doubt your joint would hold but I know if I was doing that the end clamped in the vise would surely have slipped and made a great blooper. Thanks for posting this.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks 👍

[@mikamajlund3622]

Tekniken användes även för att sätta i hop möbler före IKEA 😉😁👍

[@svjaos]

서로 다른 성질의 철을 붙이는 기술명은 '단조'라 부르는데, 우리나라는 붕산과 뜨거운 열로만 그 기술을 나타냅니다. 그런데 이 대장장이는 붕산+산화철 을 믹스 하여서 이런 작품을 만들어 내는 것을 보고, 아 저렇게 하면 할수 있는 건가? 하고 한번 따라 해보고 싶은 마음이 든다. 정말 경이롭고 아름답다. The technology of attaching metal with different properties is called "clad steel" and Korea uses only boric acid and hot heat. But when the blacksmith saw that he made this kind of work by mixing boric acid with iron oxide, he said, "Oh, can he do that?" I want to try it. It's really amazing and beautiful.

[@adamtheroofer3659]

I am a great carpenter, I’ve been working wood for 30 years. I do not know many blacksmiths that can manipulate metal and wood with your skill. Great job. Beautiful work on the chisels. You are also the first blacksmith I’ve seen with Japanese pullsaws! Excellent!

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you Adam! Much appreciated!

[@davidsellars646]

Have missed you. The wait was well worth it. Absolutely beautiful work. Eric Sloane would approve.

[@trapper8015]

Your videos put a smile on my face. Clearly you're not only a craftsman but artist as well. Already waiting for you next creation. Greetings from Kosovo 🇽🇰

[@Noble909]

Great job! It's a pleasure to watch you forge woodworking tools.

[@BruceBoschek]

Classic tool-making artistry and use of the tools. This is breathtakingly beautiful to watch. Thank you again.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@stoneinthefield1]

I could watch you make stuff all day.

[@paulrapp613]

Master blacksmith. Master wood mechanic. Master showman. = One of the best channels on you tube! Thank you, herr Åhman !!! Your productions and wonderfully dry sense of humor always manage to make me SMILE 🤪.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks 👍

[@ralphiewigs2208]

The rustic top is pure artistry, especially in contrast to the precision bevel. Yeah, I like flattening chisel backs too!

[@spleenbegone]

These turned out great. I can't wait to see the follow up projected you do with them.

[@FishyBoi1337]

Torb! Stressin already today so boy am I glad to see a video from you

[@chriscopeland1455]

Sir it's heartwarming to see the old ways kept alive. and you show it the best my friend

[@GordonPhillips]

Your craftsmanship is always amazing. Another great build!

[@thebull5424]

Awesome! Absolutely loved this one. What beautiful craftsmanship. The chisels have such a beautiful form, and the handles compliment them so we'll! Love your channel!

[@leobrent7926]

Finally! A true professional who knows what he is doing and is not just trying to show off that he can move metal with the hammer. There is no shame in using power tools. I’m subscribing. Thanks for the upload!

[@jplaan1615]

Your sunflower is absolutely beautiful. I'm very impressed by your kraftmanship

[@nicofinfinaud]

Absolutely brillant and beautifully crafted ! Note about the timber framing mortise and tenon joint at the end: on the tenon, the peg holes are usually slightly offset (3/16" to 5/16" for softwoods) towards the shoulder so when the pegs are driven in it compress the joint for a very tight fit.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks! I think I have seen both methods for the dowels. Isn't the offseted holes for more delicate furniture work, and maybe not so much for larger timber frames??

[@dpeter6396]

@@torbjornahman In timber construction the holes in the tenon are offset from the holes in the mortise so that the pins will draw the tenon shoulder tightly against the mortise part. Pins 25mm in diameter will be offset as much as 3 or 4 mm depending upon the type of wood involved. Furniture pins of, say, 6-8mm would have the holes offset about 1- 1.5 mm for softer woods and less for hard woods. I love John's socket making method and the die you made for the hammer. Outstanding! I've always wanted a power hammer.... Thanks for your wonderful postings. Pete in WA. state USA

[@mikesirois3362]

Just amazing! I would have to smile,smile,smile the whole time if I was using those chisels!! Thank you so much for showing the world your great work!

[@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740]

What a great and providential project. Comes at a purfect time, as I'm needing to get a paring chisel. I've undertaken a project to build a Roubo bench or two. Pine 1st then white Oak. So lots of mortis n tenon's and massive dovetails! So along w the slick n chisel I got to watch a wee bit of mortis n tenon n done draw pin work. Great day! Blessings Sir Crawford out. 🙏🔥⚒️🧙🏼‍♂️

[@torbjornahman]

Cool, good luck!

[@bjellison905]

Glad to see im not the only one that uses fire to clear areas of land.

[@eiche54]

👍👍👍Exellend craftmanship!!! i work with this tools for forty years to build old farmhouses.I love it till my end

[@torbjornahman]

Great 👍

[@jordanthompson6639]

Your work always seems to be an absolute for me. With so many things wrong in the world the strike of your hammer, crackle of your forge and beauty of your work bring a welcomed calm. Thank you for sharing your time and skill with us!

[@solangevieira7702]

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[@Thundermuffin93]

So glad you framed a timber after crafting these timber framing tools. Brought much joy. Beautiful craftsmanship as usual sir. Also - nice burn. Wish my neighbors were so relaxed :)

[@1911wood]

Beautiful tools, with the payoff of getting to see them perform flawlessly on another interesting project. Thanks again.

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Very beautiful job there. They turned out very well. Hopefully the future owners get great use out of them for many years to come my friend. Can't wait to see more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Forge on. Keep making. God bless.

[@j.r.tidwell3318]

I love when you make things that has to be sharpened. Then make a handle for it. Your work is in a class of it's on my friend. Thank you

[@johnjude2685]

Have a friend that works with wood. Has the huge band saw and drier setup and lots of fun tools I'm making him one hopefully he or someone gets use from this fine tool I'm thankful again to you sir.

[@N-A674]

Beautiful as usual. Thank you so much, Torbjörn.

[@mrpoquah]

I have never seen that trick with the flux and iron oxide for forge welding before. Looks a hell of a lot easier than many other methods I've used or tried over too many decades. Thank you very much for this. Also love the method you use for creating sockets, and the old world joinery. Thank you for sharing.

[@maplebones]

The process he used to make the socket is called machining. A blacksmith would find it faster to draw out the end, roll it, and then weld the socket seam. I think your problems with forge welding are due to things other than the flux you're using. They all work the same and some people weld without any flux at all. He doesn't offer any insight into whether the iron oxide has a scientific basis or is just folklore, but until I see the former, I'll assume it's the latter.

[@danwerkman]

Awesome... You have inspired me to make a really special gift for a friend who wants to build a timber house... .If I can pull this off I think he will be blown away

[@realcraftsmanship7168]

i was just planning to forge some chisels, so perfect timing

[@LUTAR58]

Удивляет мастерство и умение этого человека. Ему всё подвластно , за что ни берётся. Браво!

[@adekvate]

Хорошая работа 👍

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!!

[@lolcec81]

Надеюсь Вы скоро новый большой ролик выложите🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@grasshopper253]

Только вспоминал о вас, Максим) Всегда приятно наблюдать за работой мастера. Товарищ хоть и не слишком щедр на комментарии, но что-то родственное в ваших с ним роликах есть, вы не находите?) п.с. Пойду, пересмотрю ваш ролик по теме такой же стамески.

[@c0nnys1]

Ooh I love this project, You should make a series on timber framing tools and make things like log dogs, a hewing axe, a hand drill, log scribe and a one man cross cut saw

[@stephenmcfadyen1385]

I have watched this a couple of times, and it is a pleasure to watch a true artisan at work, you make it look easy, and for you it probably is. But for us mere mortals????????

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks. Most steps are pretty simple if you break it down.

[@Eg-kq8vn3so5x]

Получился отличный инструмент! Спасибо! Очень восхищаюсь вашим умением работать с металлом и с деревом.

[@patrickcarter4012]

Hey Thunder-Bear! I hope all is well for you! Just wanted you to know that the home made forge that I built from one of your videos is still working out for me. Had to replace a few rocks though because of the heat though. And thanks again for the idea for it! I've been practicing when I can. And I must say my progress has been very well!! I've been trying to make my own tools. I think its cr 45 im using??? They're turning out alright, but not like I invisioned lol. Im still learning! I watch your videos and that's how I learn. Just wanted to tell you thanks again for all of the inspiration that you give. If one watches your videos, I think they can learn quite a bit. You're a great teacher because of that! Everything I've learned about forging is from you. Thank you so much Torbjorn!! Have a great day brother!!

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, that's great to hear! Thanks

[@mareksucharzewski9158]

your knowledge about all plants, blacksmithing, wood work and all other staff impresses me so much. Appreciate you!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks

[@OlneyaTesota]

Torbjorn not only has the hand to eye co-ordination but is blessed with his artistry in what he does. JC🌵

[@ABUSHOK1]

уважаю,нравится его подход к работе,всё качественно,скрупулёзно,уделяет место мелочам,молодец,ну и естественно качественная подача контента))))!!!

[@emilioalmazangarcia1004]

Que maravilla verle trabajar con esa maestría, ahínco y limpieza,de ahí los resultados que muestra en todos sus trabajos ,que más puedo decirle pufff Espectacular .un cordial saludo desde España amigo.🙋

[@UlrichVIII]

preparing to build a whole cabin? nice work as usual c:

[@user-iw5ln8jl8k]

Beautiful craftsmanship as always my friend. Russ Pennsylvania USA

[@64marine]

It took me 5 hours of stone work to razor edge 7 knives for a Tunnel Rat while in Vietnam in 1967. Made $50 script doing so.

[@user-iw9tv8rh5z]

Как всегда, великолепно! Не перестаю восхищаться вашими работами, вы настоящий Мастер кузнечного дела.

[@johnpartridge7623]

Quality Craftsman at work 👍

[@McGowanForge]

Haha I love all the magic intros, amazing work on the chistles Im sure they will be useful for years to come!

[@alfredbbp]

Your work is amazing....I wish you did a sharpening tutorial!!!!!!

[@pjhalchemy]

What a treat, Thanks Torbjorn! Cool way to make the sockets (John Rigoni) and they came out perfect. It's always amazing how you control the pressure with your big press...makes me think you could forge weld butterfly wings without changing their pattern! Not sure if the experimental flux did much from the video...how did you feel about it? You picked the perfect grain wood for those handles too, stunning and functional. Always learn a ton and enjoy the interludes to soothe the times we are in. Hat Tip, my friend! ~PJ

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks pj, as always. Well I think it's too early for a verdict, but the welds took really well. A small test I did before this project showed a good weld even after a good beating.

[@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740]

@@torbjornahman the oxide is interesting additive. Now I've seen several in our group use cast iron powder/filings mixed in the Borax majical metal glue, LoL It's said it really aids in the weld process and even under certain circumstances allows a bit of carbon migration from the cast filings to the steel it's forgewelded too. This is a unique take on the process, I thuroughly enjoyed learning! Thank ever so much and blessings abundant Crawford out!🙏🔥⚒️🧙🏼‍♂️

[@FarmsteadForge]

Beautiful work, I enjoy your precision. Thanks for the demonstration at the end.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!

[@nopenada3449]

Beautiful work, Torbjörn.🍻

[@user-us2el8dd7y]

Красота. Спасибо за работу. Добра

[@tomdupree2758]

There is something peaceful about your work that I am always struck by. Something calm and meditative, which always seems in stark contrast to the expected violence of beating a bit of hot metal. Thank you as always, I feel better for seeing this. P.S. what was the burn off? veggie patch?

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you! No that is a small wild flower/grass patch.

[@jeffjones4006]

You sir are a true craftsman in every sense of the word, Bravo.

[@Druforithe]

Always entertained by your editing magic. That power-hammer tool/block to make the sockets is pretty slick!

[@romanlozenko]

Великолепная работа! И вовремя, мне предстоит повторить подобное, очень приятно поучиться у Мастера! Спасибо! С уважением из Сибири!

[@user-sr8xd5ec5b]

Приятно смотреть на работу профессионала!

[@giannirocco7492]

The little town where I grew up was known for boat building and the slick was a very common tool.I've heard many call them "big chisels" and they never believe me when I tell them the correct name!Thanks for pointing out the slick!

[@maplebones]

I'm sure the workers are very appreciative when you tell them what they should call their tools. My wife feels the same way when I tell her it's not a car, it's an automobile. 😖

[@mightyjo3young]

Craftsmanship is superb. Excellent job!

[@SashaTheOneAndOnly]

How are there comments from 22h ago while the video just released just a minute ago???

[@stefflus08]

Patreon I suppose.

[@pascaljecker8348]

Fantastic !!! You’re too strong. Please, continue, your know-how is a real pleasure.

[@mayhem1988]

I absolutely love the forged texture on those, incredible work once again!

[@125spectrum]

Wonderful craftsmanship and a smile at the end. Thank you Herr Åhman. P

[@kencross25]

What an informative and splendid video. Thank you for displaying your craftmanship and skills.

[@jamesconner8275]

I don't do any metalwork myself, but I enjoy the videos.

[@thomasmckelvey8961]

Well done! Beautiful work, Torbjörn! You never cease to amaze, each creation that you complete, the awe and wonder are refreshed & experienced again! Thank you, very much!

[@urbanbasementoperator]

Man, a master at work here. Making stuff is always so fun!

[@o.bessonov]

Perfect work, as always. it's a pleasure to watch you and see the perfect end result.

[@reeceduggan6749]

cant tell you enough how beautiful your country and garden look i would to have a big open garden like the one you have i love your videos and always will support you and your channel keep up they amazing videos. love from the UK :)

[@RichardGoth]

Fantastic work... I love the way you made the sockets and the flux recipe!

[@brianbumgardner8704]

Sir, that is incredible work. You make beautiful tools, knives and other implements that are much better than can be bought in a store.

[@philipshane768]

So many skills well spent. Beautiful work as always.