Making a wood chisel

See me make a wood chisel from raw materials to finished product. I use an old technique of laminating steel to the edge of the tool.
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[@sandybutt9898]

Anybody who takes time to stop and pat a cat (or dog) is a good person in my opinion.

[@mitchelnorton2692]

A shop isn't complete without a critter or three.

[@andersjjensen]

Nice to see Nils Ögren get a shout-out. Despite his age he is already an excellent black smith and I'm very happy to follow his journey, as he pursues the quest of the ultimate axe.

[@jeffreycoulter4095]

Beyond a hobby. This is the finest in quality craftsmanship. Every step, every detail from scrap steels, through heat welding, shaping, sharpening and wood working. It doesn't get any better than this.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you Jeffrey!

[@johnjude2685]

Yes you are a Master Sir

[@AhmedKhaled-ne8fz]

حداد نجار خراط

[@itsLeels]

Your cat said “we cuddlin right here.” 😂💙

[@muggzzzzz]

My grandfather was a woodworker. His workshop was full of different chisels, plains, wood mallets, and handmade clamps. When I was young, I was surrounded by the house stuff made by him. He left this world 30 years ago, but I still clearly remember him. Thank you for making me recalling him! You've made a wonderful chisel!

[@torbjornahman]

That's great, thanks!

[@idjles]

And my carpenter grandfather left this world 50 years ago - same story!

[@dewexdewex]

My dad died 7 years ago. I have all his tools, all of mine, the space and time now to use them to build my world around me. I am lucky.

[@thierryledoux1974]

Good evening Torbjörn a wood chisel that many carpenters would like to have in their toolbox it's a real pleasure to see you working thank you

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia....Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@vandigital1]

I bet, next episode he will be building a Concert Grand! ;) Great great Craftsmanship. Thank you for posting

[@classicmula]

Always happy to watch you and your incredible style. Love your work. From the U.S.A, have an amazing day!

[@That1OldMan]

Forging, heat treating, cats, linseed oil. This video has EVERYTHING. Outstanding work as usual Mr. Ahman. That birch wood handle is beautiful.

[@torbjornahman]

Ha ha, thank you Colin!

[@jebowlin3879]

@@torbjornahman beautiful piece of craftsmanship right there and the chisel aint bad either LOL jk good as usual color me impressive

[@nobodyimportant369]

Not EVERYTHING. He didn't show us his garden harvest.

[@That1OldMan]

@@nobodyimportant369 I concede your point lol

[@demukazz]

Somebody watched too much of Dexter's Laboratory when were a kid

[@Frankowillo]

Beautiful chisel, beautiful cat. Extra points for liking cats.

[@youtukang]

Yess,, like this 🙏🤝🇮🇩

[@MadsFilholm]

Beautiful work ! - that chisel is so nice. I can see one need to be very aware of where the spring steel is welded and remember that through the process, othervise you could end up with a mild steel cutting edge 🤥😄 Pure craftman you are

[@gjohnson7649]

8:48 The single best use I've ever seen for a golf ball.

[@adrianelsner4936]

My favorite blacksmith in action again. 👍

[@PeopleAlreadyDidThis]

While the chisel is another work of artistry, the cats cannot be surpassed for their elegance. Gifts from God, all three. I only have a couple of years’ experience as a blacksmith, but a half-century with cats. I know the look of a happy and contented one who loves its family. That’s different from merely living comfortably with a family.

[@gothamantiquities2595]

That is way beyond impressive!!! Best regards from New York

[@davewalton2358]

Absolutely stunning craftsmanship! It's a joy to watch someone take such care in what they are producing. Pride of workmanship is becoming a thing of the past in this time of mass production...

[@inhumanthoughts3509]

@Dakota Rafael stupid bot

[@playnhrd]

23 minutes of peaceful reflection. Producing something of quality and beauty that preforms well, what a joy.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Steve!

[@outbackladas]

My father was an “old school “ carpenter, he kept a box of Sheffield steel chisels similar to the one you have made, however none had such a beautiful handle as this one of yours. Wonderful craftsmanship as usual, such an enjoyable video! Love your cats, I have “ Rag Dolls”, long haired. Regards from down under.

[@torbjornahman]

Do you still have the chisels? Great tools! Cool, we are pretty certain there is a sizeable amount of "russian blue" in our cats!

[@outbackladas]

Thank you for the reply. Yes, they are still in the family, one of my sons is a carpenter and has inherited them. The carpentry skipped a generation, I am the metal worker which is probably why I enjoy your videos so much. My family share your love of cats, your cat is obviously well cared for and loved. Have a great day, regards from your Aussie friend.

[@BucurIonNiculae]

I like the moment when the cat appears in the video. Nice job.

[@johnjude2685]

Now I started wood carving and will soon begin making chisels and carving knives figure around 20 pieces set for carving the 1x4 inch projects and some larger for stuff about hat size. I did just build 5 from Sawzall blade that are doing pretty good But belive the rest I'll use 1095 new steel as it's what I just built a good sharp set of kitchen knives that are doing great. Thanks for teaching me Sir

[@uldymuldy]

You're from a different time. Old school. beauty and work accomplished with such dedication - it is craftsmanship! Excellent video. Thanks!

[@torbjornahman]

So nice of you, thanks!

[@shaunsiz.itsbetterbytube2858]

The Pièce de résistance for me was the HANDLE one of my favourite woods is the Curly Birch with its genetic defect giving the Annual rings that incorret orientation . Will all ways (in my opinion) make a peace of furniture look stunning . And the forging " out standing" ( but then again I wouldn't expect anything else)

[@jeffreycoulter4095]

I saw the pause thinking about the wood shavings. Smart man. Beautiful craftsmanship. As usual

[@foorwq7816]

from now on, I will never complain about the high prices of things in general. this is a work of ART.

[@poopsmear420]

your craftsmanship is unbelievable !

[@janviljoen7001]

Brilliant, a true craftsman. Just like other artists building bows, guitars, mandolins, etc. Each to his own.

[@chrisjvales2]

Its the cat that kept me going lol. Great content. Keep it up

[@whitespacemarines4308]

I am exhausted just watching. I try to think of how many hours you must have studied and worked to obtained this degree of skill. I wonder if you ever watch TV or waste time on anything else. Every time I thought this video couldn't impress me anymore, it proved me wrong.

[@superbalaur1297]

That’s the best looking chisel ever!!! It was such a delightful experience to watch it coming to life! Thank you!

[@torbjornahman]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks

[@emilalmberg1096]

Suggestions to all viewers, give a thumbs up exactly when Torbjörn hits his stamp THÅ all to confuse the YT algorithms!

[@qshed]

done

[@sidstone8845]

LOL

[@sidstone8845]

Aye aye cap’n

[@Nitro-er8ul]

What is this do

[@emilalmberg1096]

@@Nitro-er8ul Something must be happening right then, but what?

[@jerrysmith4855]

By far one of the best examples of craftsmanship I've seen on KZbin

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you Jerry!

[@ferrybaqdiono4088]

complicated process, combine technical metallurgic, wood working and art, but good result and fine quality....good job Mr. Ahman

[@robarcher3892]

What a beautiful tool. Worthy of being passed down generations.

[@JackPinesBlacksmithing]

I love the time and caring you put into your projects. The chisel came out beautifully, too. 😻

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia....Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@MrNiccholas]

Beautiful! What a work of functional Artistry!!!! Also what a beautiful sweet looking cat!

[@cbcalk]

Beautiful work. There's nothing like having a finely-crafted tool in your hand.

[@SuperPPMJ]

This is not a chisel. This is a piece of art that can dig into the wood.

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia...Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@roybailey1134]

Beautiful job absolutely amazing well done 👏 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@roderickbc]

Man, you are an artist.

[@jimmydiresta]

So many good lessons in one video. 👊🏼👊🏼🙏🏼 thank you

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much Jimmy!

[@runar500]

Yes, like how to treat your cat, for instance..

[@derbisenda1330]

So wholesome, I love it!

[@tenaciousjeebs]

RIght?!? He's mastered so many different disciplines.

[@2Worlds_and_InBetween]

Yes, thank you... warm oil, good idea

[@jackdub75]

Your videos are just what I need to take my mind off the world. I still find your grinding and finish work the most satisfying! Thanks! ❤️🌲

[@LittleGreyWolfForge]

Why….. those are the least pleasant to do tho…. Smell the belt sander once and you’ll find why…

[@mattymcsplatty5440]

Person clicks on "Making a wood chisel" and they downvote a video that shows precisely that lol Ands its the most gorgeous one at that!!!! People are a mystery to me.

[@prakashpaul4992]

Really God give you a beautiful hand,so you are very very good machnic and never dead by hengery because you are a good creftman as I hope keep it up dear.

[@haylsonmacedobercot9907]

FANTASTIC, UNEQUALABLE PIECE OF HANDICRAFT, THAT'S A REAL HAND-MADE WORK.

[@prinzalbert5329]

True craftsmanship and skills. Thus is a better world because you and your friends are keeping this craft alive.

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia...Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@davidhall8874]

Keep your knives sharp and your chisels sharper. Because a sharp chisel is a thing of beauty, and that is a beautiful chisel!

[@marcelodebonis1748]

SOS UN "CAPO LAVORO" . DETALLE PERFECCIÓN ARTE. TE FELICITO MAESTRO !!!!!

[@konohan.5449]

ちゃんとした作り方で作っていて本当に感服する 機材もすごいのが揃っていて技術もある 素晴らしい

[@user-zl5io7sc9y]

Я человек простой, вижу Торбьёрна - ставлю лайк 👍

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia...Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@andreasgiobel6355]

Good job. I just like to say that the small things that happens in the workshop makes the video genuine and entertaining. Like the Small parts you removed from the fire in the beginning.

[@stevenvanravesteyn3647]

Love your cat and admire your workmanship

[@user-ok7wf7nc6u]

Деревянная ручка смотрится великолепно! Стамеска просто мечта столяра!

[@martinsmekal1874]

I really love that you have finally left the finish on the handle just from the gouge without sanding. excellent work :-)

[@torbjornahman]

:) Thanks!

[@adamsykes6351]

Nicest chisel I have ever seen, don't see that kind of craftmanship in B&Q. Impressed.

[@pamlico53]

Anothe inspirational piece to carefully place on the mantel and admire (of course I would sneak in mortice every now and then so as to enjoy the feel of such a highly crafted tool). Thanks for sharing your skills.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@JAERNSPOKET]

When I thought that this video couldn't be better, a cat appears in the video! TWICE! Love it :) Beautiful work Torbjörn, as always

[@torbjornahman]

Ha ha, thanks!

[@steveskouson9620]

I think there was 2 different cats. One a grey, and the other a grey tabby. steve

[@mrojljluk2031]

Вы Мастер!!! - Спасибо Вам за удовольствие наблюдать за Вашей работой.

[@jean-pierreaudet2098]

Very hard life for the cat! 😉 Thanks for sharing!!!

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia .Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@dixonbeejay]

This chisel is absolutely the best chisel craftmenship beautiful♥️

[@silvasos4053]

There is no way to praise a work as perfect as this. Congratulations. Great video. I'm from Tremembé, São Paulo, Brazil.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@DanelonNicolas]

Amazing work, beautiful tool. thanks

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia...Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@silverbullet7434]

Beautiful job young man. That will work for you and your grandchildren. I love seeing care n joy in tools made by a real craftsman.

[@mitchelnorton2692]

Nice to see the quality control expert(cat) is on the job.

[@mxcollin95]

So fun to watch an absolute master in his craft work his magic! 👍

[@BrianDaleNeeley]

(11:20) Everybody loves Torbjörn! Even cats agree, and everyone knows how finicky they are...

[@TheRonald6524]

Amazing!!!! What a pleasure to watch this guy at work!!!

[@martonziegler2181]

It was also clear to me from this video that the blacksmithing art requires not only skill, strength, and dexterity for high-level professional knowledge, but also three-dimensional imagination.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

Love it!! Thank you for sharing your skills.

[@user-wy4ps1gk4d]

Шикарный, рабочий инструмент. Великолепное исполнение. Спасибо за удовольствие.

[@user-ib5pe8nk7e]

Инструмент не столько рабочий, сколько выставочный. По моему, нарушено чувство меры. Однако инструмент превосходен, и демонстрировать его рабочие свойства - лукавство. Суть ролика не в изготовлении стамески, а в демонстрации профессионального мастерства, помноженного на художественный вкус. Браво!

[@Kyurnmakes]

Amazing as usual. Thank you for sharing! And thanks to Nils for the beautiful wood!

[@johnnyrotten4535]

I love that wood! I bet it could be used to make a beautiful tabacco pipe😍

[@user-zh4vo1kw1z]

If a craftsman makes something looks this easy, you know it is VERY difficult...

[@nicolafabris1041]

When I see nice things or expressions of the talent I offer my compliments (my respect) ! Great and thanks for sharing this video, ciao from IT

[@satevari_forge]

Poem in metal and wood! Thanks for sharing!

[@paulocosta9922]

Beautiful work!!! Congrats my pal!

[@ethanpeal5629]

I love this dude, he makes perfect hand tools every time, and for that I envy him, keep going man!

[@kalebyamaral6364]

Muito bom. Incrível! A afiação ficou perfeita!!!

[@johnjude2685]

Hay about the forge weld.... I can see the joint when you are sanding. I added leaf spring steel to my mild steel and I could see that joint much like yours. I thought it was a bad weld and grinding .It would almost fade away so I distory the Tommy Hawk filling I had failed..maybe I should have used the Tommy Hawk and let that be it's testing. I'm today making myself some carving knives and not going to have nicer handle as you make. I have Hickory and copper tubing for collars. Thanks for helping us. Sir you are the most talented teacher I have. 👏

[@torbjornahman]

You can almost always see the weld line. This one looked like it might have been some impurities left or it were simply the iron filings in the flux that showed up.

[@dariushmilani6760]

Great craftmanship. How enjoyable the old traditional blacksmithing is. Thank you for sharing.

[@danielnagasaki5248]

it even hurts to use it so beautiful it turned out

[@oneshotme]

Another beautiful tool you've made Torbjorn!! I don't know if I'd hit that with a hammer or not as good as the handle looks lol Enjoyed your video so I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@torbjornahman]

Tools should be used! :) Thanks!

[@oneshotme]

@@torbjornahman You're welcome Oh I agree and would use it lol

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia....Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@wilsjane]

@@torbjornahman But as in your video, only hit with a beechwood mallet. Never a steel hammer,

[@bongieger7871]

Wife: Honey can you cut a hole in the piece of wood? Torbjörn: Yeah sure let me quickly make a chisel from scratch

[@joem1413]

Great job, your shop is beautiful.

[@roblescurbappealconcrete]

Best forging video I've seen. The craftsmanship that you put into that chisel was just amazing. Thank you Sir

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@Cadwaladr]

My cat actually watched almost all of the video. I've never seen him watch a video so intently before. He fell asleep near the end, but it was fun to watch him watching.

[@torbjornahman]

Ha ha, interesting!

[@TheArtofCraftsmanship]

Gorgeous! I am super impressed and entertained by your work every time!

[@cafatalmazov4707]

Gv

[@nigeldewey7701]

That is beautiful!

[@moacir2612]

Congratulations from Brazil 🌎

[@stevedingman474]

Omg I love the sound of a sharp file cutting !!! No better sound it’s like getting that great crackle zzzz when welding when u don’t have too see it but you know it’s right! Beautiful kitten ! Thanks for another incredible video !

[@torbjornahman]

I totally agree! Thanks!

[@rodblomley8517]

Agreeing with everyone else, you are a Master and that chisel is a piece of art. I love how your turning the wood and you chisel is so sharp your cuts look polished!!! Awesome!! Im hookec now

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@sjscreations2608]

You have made several of those, because they are very practised hands! What a stunning chisel. Congrats!, Cheers, Sean

[@silviodasilvaferreira8052]

Versiculo do Dia...Disse-lhes Jesus vinde a mim, todos os que estais cansados e oprimidos, e eu vos aliviarei. Tomai sobre vós o meu jugo, e aprendei de mim, que sou manso e humilde de coração; e encontrareis descanso para as vossas almas. Porque o meu jugo é suave e o meu fardo é leve.

[@JCRyderRichardson]

Great episode! Love the process and the proportions and style of the chisel!

[@ALEX-sv5js]

Приятно смотреть на работу мастера, завораживает.. просто волшебство...иначе никак не скажешь.

[@user-qv4of5lh3c]

Согласна ,МАСТЕР своего дела !

[@sanlog6478]

С чувством, с толком, с расстановкой) Великолепно!

[@mrpresident7121]

Handle is beautiful. Overall very nice job m8.

[@philmann3476]

Very very nice. So nice, in fact, it's hard to imagine actually putting it against a piece of wood and smacking it with a mallet. One of the major ironies is that there are too many tools that are too good actually to be used, just as there are too many fabulous wines that no one will actually open up and drink.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Dang nice chisel, Torbjorn. Very well crafted and beautiful wood selection for the handle too. Awesome job on the shaping and sharpening, as well. Beautifully cut mortice. Well put together video, also. All-around great experience from my end. I really enjoyed it.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Thomas!

[@capoteandoeltemporalbrico]

Magnifica herramienta y muy bonita !! 👌😃👍

[@s.leemccauley7302]

Yo lo creo tambien.

[@mialouraymond3809]

la trempe est not good temperature trop faible

[@MIR-jd8th]

You are not Ohly a good Blacksmitt but a good Carpenter and Florist. Thanks Bahram, CTH V79

[@user-ue7br4wb5q]

Дякую за майстер клас. Увесь процес носить творчий характер, але зі знанням та технічним забезпеченням. Ще раз дякую, Ви дійсно майстер своєї справи.