Forging a Silver Damascus Katana

#tyrellknifeworks #ytsamuraichallenge
Today's build is for the Samurai Challenge, where I'll be forging a silver damascus katana called the Silver Moon! Make sure to vote for your favorite build!
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[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I made a mistake in the video, the sterling silver was $660, it was the huge piece of pure silver that was $1000. I've had a lot of people ask if I would do this with gold... I've already done a 24k gold build which you can checkout here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKXcooFmaNOln7M. Let me know if you have other questions. Thanks for watching!

[@Dgafsranger]

Do one with separate levels one base one silver one base one gold one base one copper one base and see if it comes out really cool or ???

[@stuart207]

Weapons are nice but I'm a lover 😂 could you make a Damascus wok? Is that even possible?

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@stuart207 I probably could, but I'm a knifemaker, not a pot maker.

[@phucle9079]

Cảm ơn bạn vì video , tui rất yêu KATANA , tui người việt nam 🇻🇳 rất thích video bạn làm về dao

[@AnOrangeCandle]

Nice item

[@uchiha617hh]

"Silver for monsters, Steel for men" Tyrell: "well how about both Geralt"

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Who’s the gold for then? 😜. Thanks for watching.

[@kieronsullivan9515]

@@TyrellKnifeworksI’m pretty sure gold is actually for something just can’t remember what lol

[@Just_Pele]

@@kieronsullivan9515 My gold-digging ex-wife. 😉

[@XerrolAvengerII]

@@kieronsullivan9515 A were rabbit! 24 karat!

[@butcherofblaviken1619]

​@@TyrellKnifeworkswomen, apparently

[@BlackBeardProjects]

Stunning piece my friend. It's just beautiful. Congrats :)

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you checking it out. I'm trying to get through all the participant videos before I move on to the judges so I haven't seen yours yet. Looking forward to it though since it's different... different is good! 😉

[@deepmadhav]

Rrrm🎉❤😊m

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Alpha Male Samurai Burger

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@NazriB ??

[@fxnepilogue]

Dude, anyone telling YOU how to do something needs to think a bit more about what you are trying to accomplish. I think you got it figured out. 👍🏻

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Ha, well everyone has an opinion they want to “share”, particularly on KZbin. 🤣. Thanks for watching!

[@lionparcelpalagan7515]

Nah... the Japanese wouldn't agree with you. This ain't katana.

[@matthieusaade3616]

What is it then ?​@lionparcelpalagan7515

[@andrewarnold3982]

Talking technically speaking, the only thing brother did wrong here is work cold steel and he did that once which is fine. This is the second most beautiful katana I’ve ever seen. The most beautiful one is his copper damascus one

[@caringthunder2153]

I think you need to make your self a sandwich

[@jamesseegars57]

The contrast between the silver and Damascus came out great. Amazing work!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, James! The silver is sooo shiny, the pics don’t even do it justice. 😉

[@andersjjensen]

The jet black edge to silver to damascus transition was absolutely sweet, and I'm glad you did the fuller, as the repetition of silver further up gave it fantastic visual balance.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks! I do like the black against the silver. The fuller was a late addition for weight and balance but they always look good in these layered constructions. Thanks for watching!

[@redbeard3574]

That is possibly the most beautiful katana I've ever seen.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@JamesJames-jt3ts]

​@@TyrellKnifeworksHi, what is the aprox price of this work of art?

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@JamesJames-jt3tsthis one sold for $10k.

[@georgeyoung613]

​@TyrellKnifeworks That is a bit lower than I would have guessed.

[@ironjudas666]

i second that! 10k is not enough :P

[@thrashcore7]

the blade has something of primal and mystical in the lines of the damascus. I like the prevailing of the black on the silver too. It's a masterpiece in every part

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you checking it out. ❤️

[@JaviAirwraps]

Wow! Just wow. Prettiest blade I’ve ever seen get made!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@RandyCooper85]

Your attention to detail is exquisite. You make an excellent role model for the bladesmith community.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate that! ❤️

[@RedBeardOps]

Phenomenal work as always, sir! Love that silver in there; next level.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks, James! I’ll be watching the other builds soon when I get some time. 🙏

[@matthewguski5942]

It’s so strangely satisfying to watch a master craftsman and artist create something that obviously took hundreds of hours over multiple months condensed down to 30 or 40 wonderful minutes. Keep up the amazing work.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

These do take quite awhile but are very rewarding in the end. Thanks for watching, Matthew.

[@jasonhoward9770]

Seriously underrated Talent.beautiful katana ser. 💯👍🇺🇸

[@michaelmorrison4843]

This katana turned out fantastic! It's got a modern look to it, while keeping the overall traditional look! Really great job! Very classy! 🤔😁👍

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Michael! I appreciate you watching.

[@blackenedsilversoul]

At first I was confused by the silver in the damascus pattern, but after seeing I'm believing. A fine blade you've forged!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build!

[@thomasmcmillion230]

I love the silver idea. I think it's the prettiest of metals. Fantastic craftsmanship!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jack-jackil2705]

First time reccomended your channel and oh my god this is amazing. Just a beautiful sword... wow. Just wow.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel, I appreciate you watching.

[@waywardronin8755]

Absolutely beautiful functional work of art! Love, just watching you work and make the designs and handcraft everything outstanding!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build!

[@waywardronin8755]

@@TyrellKnifeworks you’re very welcome I liked and subscribed!

[@daveslater9141]

Dont worry about those who have to much time on thier hands and find all they can do is criticise or complain, i for one absolutely love watching you videos, you inspired me to book a holiday retreat next year to introduce me to forging, im attempting a Kukri, i served in the British army along with some Gurkha signals, i thought it a good tribute to such excellent soldiers, you sir are part of me making this move.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

That’s great, Dave! I appreciate anyone getting into the craft. Thank you for your service, and for watching.

[@daveslater9141]

@TyrellKnifeworks when I go on my forging holiday in May of this year 24, im going to do little video pods, I shall send them to you privately at the time for your advice and constructive criticism, I would love you to watch my progress as its mostly down to yourself thats prompted me on this journey and the brilliant program forged in fire, which we are very honoured to be able to enjoy in the uk, I look forward to the correspondence if you are in agreement kind Sir. I recently nearly severed my left hand thumb, it healing fast and my surgeon thinks it should be no problem by then, as long as I swing my hammer were it's ment to land that is.🤣👍👍

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@daveslater9141it’s best to follow my on Instagram and reach out there.

[@rockbutcher]

That truly is a work of art. Very very nice indeed. Well done yet again.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@hatsunemiku9323]

This right here is a master piece. The amount of hardwork, effort, skill, experience, will and everything else is astonishing. You sir have my Respect. Have a good day.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you tuning in. ❤️

[@dante7228]

Stunning piece of craftsmanship! ❤

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you checking it out! ❤️

[@spurlock2679]

I love the challenges you give yourself to increase your skill. Simply Beautiful.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you taking a look.

[@PaulVinger]

I don't usually comment on maker videos, but not only was the construction process very interesting... but, my goodness, the final product is stunning. The black damascus contrasted so well with the silver, the bright ground edge, and the other silver pieces. Beautiful craftsmanship.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build, Paul!

[@johndambra4113]

Absolutely beautiful sword. Complex and simple all in one design. Mastery of your craft.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you taking g a look

[@dsilvermane0]

What an absolutely marvelous piece of craftsmanship. That is one gorgeous katana!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you taking a look!

[@fortdefense9453]

You are truly a talented individual sir. Love these blades!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@KiryokuShorts]

The fuller was the best idea you could have possibly had. This is easily my favorite kitana I've ever seen.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you checking it out!

[@The-Westcoast-Wanderer]

The silver temperature line is absolutely stunning 😍

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build!

[@ericmack001]

What a beautiful Samurai Sword! Very creative!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mprince4943]

This sword is beautiful. I love your videos, your work is excellent and your videos are awesome for educational and entertainment. Keep it up!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much!

[@Icefly-Lena]

Best looking Katana I've seen. Even in video games. It's sleek and the silver really pops. I'd love to have one of these so bad :( Great work. Very very very well done.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@ThePunisher005]

Now that's art at its finest. Great vision and final product. 👏

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JakaW1]

One of the most beautiful swords I have ever seen, as important as the traditional way is I believe you made the best call

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching

[@elslick]

This right here is beyond your standard cutlery this is pure art right here

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you taking a look.

[@mikethezipper]

Incredible how you used the silver to make the temper line. Love the build

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@gemehays9517]

One of the best builds that I've seen!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@gideonbowman2689]

What an absolutely beautiful work of art. Your work is mind blowing.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you so much 😀.

[@MissesWitch]

that is one beautiful looking sword! Looks straight out of a game!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@cyllyapaints5218]

That's a cool-looking sword! 3:37 - OMG, I'm not the only one who thinks the billet looks weirdly delicious! 🤤

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@usermage3548]

its so beautiful, i love that pattern and the colour its just amazing katana, i wish i can have that

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I'm glad you like it. Thanks for watching.

[@pauljohnson9326]

Absolutely amazing!!! Great work you should be very proud .

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you taking a look.

[@espenmykl]

The way the gold shows in profile on the false edge is a really nice touch. Not a personal fan of the shape of the blade but for the purpose of bringing out the gold it was a fine choice. Well done sir!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I'm assuming you were commenting on the gold damascus knife? Thanks for watching.

[@Lrd.Osiris]

❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 How cool is this!?!? 😭😭😭 Excellent craftsmanship! 👏👏👏 Bravo!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you tuning in.

[@chrisarnold7945]

That is a beautiful piece. Thank you for sharing it.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much!

[@obamazadork]

Absolutely beautiful, and you should be so proud to have such skills. We've all seen the traditional methods of Japanese katana forging, and it surely makes even you appreciate the time and craftsmanship that was required back then to produce such works of art. From a pure metallurgy standpoint, how do these modern methods stack up against the ancient swords as far as strength, sharpness, craftsmanship, etc? From using their rare tamahagane steel forging, to the clays, rolling the billet in traditional straw, carbon hardening, multiple folds, etc. etc. I'm sure they would have appreciated the hydraulic press, electric tempering ovens, but do you think their entire process and exactness produced a better sword than can be made even today? Thanks again for your astounding work!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

What the Japanese excel at is craftsmanship and effort. Tamahagane is actually far inferior to today’s modern steel. It was “folded” so many times to remove the rampant impurities. Also, it wasn’t rare, just time consuming for that age. The steel coming out of the Middle East and India at that time was leagues ahead. The Japanese certainly did the best with what they had at the time. Thanks for watching.

[@MikeStar2000]

Black and silver is an amazing combo! Purely amazing work!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out, Mike!

[@MrSnafu-1973]

What a beautiful blade

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@parttimethinker7611]

It’s absolutely beautiful. A masterpiece Tyrell.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@bitter_revenant]

Really interesting finish on that blade ! Well done, nice work !

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@chrisb5986]

Genius on the ladder pattern. Love the creativity.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much!

[@ammohoarder]

Absolutely beautiful piece. I'm a silver fanatic so this one is super awesome to me.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build! It was a fun one.

[@robertvohs1699]

it is a beautiful piece

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@seotenin]

Oh wow, that looks amazing

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@thetravisty1007]

That's actually pretty damn impressive.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@ronboff3461]

functional art! excellent craftsmanship! well done, sir!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@joseaugustoleiteleite475]

What a beautiful piece, congratulations!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much!

[@rodolfovasquez1520]

That came out beautiful, one of the best I've seen.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@DGonz0-]

freaken amazing craftmanship

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you tuning in.

[@namtech425]

This is a piece of art. Amazing work

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@The_Kirk_Lazarus]

This guy is an amazing and artistic bladesmith.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@ClintCoon1976]

Breathtaking!!!!! I can't believe anyone would have the nerve to criticize any of your methods. 😮

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Well the trolls know no bounds. 😉. Thanks for watching.

[@non-binaryjesus]

Every time I see this video pop up i watch it!! Beautiful my friend!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@pjengle9795]

A beautiful work of art! Excellent job!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@stanislavstrecker7476]

Damn son, you got SO good so fast. Absolute beauty!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you checking out this build!

[@hiroya8664]

Seven generations before me were samurai. I think it's a very beautiful katana!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

Absolutely stunning 🤩 piece indeed. Love the Silver and Black theme and all the details put into this masterpiece of functional art 🗡️😎

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

@@TyrellKnifeworks you are quite welcome 🙏 😎

[@hamzasaoudi9662]

you really master the craft sensei!! you make not just beautiful katanas but also sharp and incredibale designs

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much!

[@P15ten]

The oxide layer removing from when shaping the metal is so satisfying

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I agree, it’s the best part. 😉 Thanks for watching.

[@igivelz1461]

Absolutely a masterpiece!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@mikeredmond5740]

Gorgeous!! Truly magnificent!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ozone5150]

What an absolutely gorgeous sword 🗡️

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@Drew_lininger]

Dude! Oh my goodness that’s so crazy. Absolutely beautiful work my friend 🔥❤

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Drew! I appreciate you checking out the build video! ❤️

[@writtenworlds]

Forbidden glowing billet candy. Something about the drawing process is so mesmerizing.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Ha, I wish it was so mesmerizing for me and not a nail-biter! 🤣. Thanks for watching!

[@A0KIBA0KEI]

This is astronomically gorgeous, every part of it got my sight fixed to the screen, like a crow to it's objective 🤩🤗✴🌙✨

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching.

[@stuartbaker666]

Bloody brilliant great watching, Got me hooked

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out! Lots of other cool builds in the video library. 😉👍

[@MrEddierainbow]

Wow what a beautiful sword amazing skill on show here!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dukerot]

Damn. I think this is the coolest sword I've ever seen. That's it. That's the one.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@sasquatchhadarock968]

Almost feel like honor demands such a blade should be a gift to the nation of Japan... 😮 Beautiful work, sir.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Ha, well this one is sold already, so no gift I’m afraid. 😉

[@Wvbief]

As beautiful as it is, it is said to think, that oniest money and genuine adoration, will ever be able to own it.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching, William.

[@CreationsInChrist]

I’d genuinely watch a movie about a vampire-hunting samurai. If I were to make a katana like this, I’d make the scabbard out of peach wood. Because there’s myths of a Chinese vampire called the Jiangshi. It’s known for hopping instead of walking, and feeding on qi instead of blood. Jiangshi have a weakness to peach wood, and theoretically the scabbard itself could be used itself as a light club. Some people don’t like the idea of damaging the scabbard, but I think it would be a cool addition.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

That’s an interesting myth. Maybe someone will do a movie and look me up for props. 😜. Thanks for watching.

[@donutguy7576]

Man that silver line that runs through the blade just makes the sword 10x better

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

The silver really does set it off. It looks much better in person even. Thanks for watching.

[@nicholasgarrett8594]

That is the prettiest sword I've ever seen!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out, Nicholas!

[@406751]

Wow!!!!!! Amazing work bud!!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@blumpkin50]

dude. this thing is insane!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@wilsoncharles00]

Absolutely amazing. I would love ro own that beautiful piece of artwork !! Your skill sir is top notch!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you so much 😀. I appreciate you taking a look.

[@saboadyy]

Damn that's beautiful

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@alangatfield439]

Stunning job...looks fantastic 8)

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jroyero]

Sword looks like the ultimate upgrade you get in a samurai game! Dam!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@jeffchilds4021]

That’s a pure masterpiece 👊🏻👊🏻💪🏼💪🏼

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@jinnta9155]

that is just beautiful, looks more pleasing to the eye compared to what I own.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@rossthomas945]

Beautiful

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jayant5122]

Dude u make forging look soo perfect and beautiful love your videos thanks KZbin for recommending ur channel. Love your work

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you watching. ❤️

[@Rose-f2t]

Wow, real work of art 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@peterschick9075]

Wow what a piece of art,,,

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in, Peter!

[@Illisil]

This needs to be in the next Blade movie, Wesley Snipes would look bad-ass with this

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Ha, if Marvel calls, I’ll be sure to answer! 😉. Thanks for watching

[@SurprisedSynth88]

That's a beautiful piece of craftsmanship right there

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@SurprisedSynth88]

@@TyrellKnifeworks Thanks for the content! I've always loved katanas ever since I first saw The Last Samurai.

[@himonwillard5088]

A piece of art to be displayed for it's beauty.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@jaques2510]

Fantastic choice of metals

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@zeo6418]

I've watch a few of katana or sword making. This is one of best looking one, the line and making are all beautiful. Great jobs 👍

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you watching this build.

[@clayweaver2066]

Absolutely stunning! Heirloom quality. To quote renowned archeologist Dr. Henry Jones, Jr.: "It belongs in a museum!"

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Ha, thanks for checking it out!