Making an engraving starter kit

[@TheEmpatikOne]

Never be ashamed of your strong accent, it is the proof that you speak more languages than most of people around.

[@thepizzaguy8477]

and they are kinda hot ngl

[@patrickjaroch5084]

make no apologies for a thick accent. people who criticise are shallow and probably only speak one language and have never made a video, much less a video in another language. great work.

[@phoephoe795]

Quite agree- your accent is an important part of who you are. Never give it up.

[@Oceiota]

Thick accents can be hard to understand, especially for non native speakers of a language. Adding subtitles however would completely solve this problem.

[@TheShattenjager]

Israeli accents are fun, too :-)

[@willwinn8559]

With any accent , it's good information. 👍

[@BlacksmithTim]

An accent means you speak at least two languages. That's a step up from a lot of folks. ;)

[@stevenb7319]

One important thing to note is at 4:30 he takes a magnet and touches it to the steel to check if it is still reactive to the magnet. Once the steel changes crystalline structure at the correct temperature range magnets won’t stick and it’s time to quench.

[@TheKrogon]

thanks for the hint !

[@mattglandorf9077]

I wondered what I watched him touch to it, thank you

[@stevenb7319]

You also see it stick to the steel can after he uses it on the engraver tool. It most obvious at 4:46.

[@GofuKyersen]

good tip thanks

[@TimedSquare]

Thank you for the explanation!

[@WebpoliceSinex]

I loved the flow of the narration. It was actually rewarding for me to hear you struggle to find the correct word and correct yourself later. Honestly you speak better English than some of my coworkers.

[@YourOldDog]

There is a reason so many people liked this comment, it was relaxing video to watch.

[@JR-qz3zt]

Right!..........

[@seancrowley7520]

You sir have a great sense of humor and and an even greater sense of humility. Thanks for sharing.

[@pel6413]

Just wonderful, sometimes a tutorial from an advanced novice can be better than one from an expert. It's great to see a video that shows that, if you work smart, in some things good enough really is good enough. That you don't need to buy hundreds or thousands of dollars worth of equipment and you can still create amazing things. I love all your videos, please keep it up

[@jeremiahhook5185]

You are so inspirational! Both my father and I enjoy your channel. He has been crucial in me being able to be the artist I am today. We sort on many things together. Lots of the tools I use were once my fathers or uncles, grandfather and great grandfather. I am lucky enough to say I was taught my crafts by 3 generations of my fathers and uncles. To use the tools that my family had used and passed down is outstanding. The oldest tool I use still and is still sharp as a razor and hard as the day is long is my scythe and is about 170 years old. I use it to harvest my garden greens. I have axes hammers saws files chisels and much more. I feel very lucky and (at the risk of sounding like a douche) I feel blessed. I love being passed down that knowledge like that I understood the significance and importance of that at a young age and pushed to learn from my family especially my great grandfather! Who would be 100 last week if he was still with us. I am still inspired by him every day as I have pieces of his craft all over. My stools cabinets mirror frames my coyote statues tables shelves and so much more. The city sees his work in the most prominent place in the Basilica the alter itself the legs were carved by my great grandfather. I am proud of my family of my heritage my blood the work I do and I am driven to be half as good of an artist as him or any of the craftsman I look to. So please know I mean it when I say it’s an honor just to be able to learn from your videos. I wish I could talk with you or learn from you in person that would be more then incredible!

[@joebonomono]

I think your strong accent is half the reason people watch. You sometimes butcher English in the best possible way and improve it at the same time. We find it charming and delightful.

[@garethbaus5471]

Your accent is perfectly understandable, I have had college professors teaching in the US who were more difficult to understand.

[@JoseCruz-dj2st]

I enjoy watching and listening to your videos. Thank you so much.

[@CrimsonCustomGuitars]

Nicely done, it is great what can be achieved even with limited tools if you're really passionate about what you do! B

[@simonecamplani2430]

ben needs to do some engraving on a new guitar!

[@governmentisslavery6910]

I must say, I happily enjoyed the "strong accent." Thanks for the video.👍🙂👍

[@jonathanwilliams4348]

You may have a "strong accent", my friend, but you also have "strong" skills! You do beautiful work; your God given talent is a joy to watch.

[@ryanbolin1858]

For such a thick accent, you speak very clearly and it's easy to understand you. As well, you do some beautiful work.

[@johnwaw6363]

I really enjoy your minimalist set up. I’m a blacksmith and there is a quick and simple way to begin Blacksmithing but so often it becomes so very complicated. Kudos for achieving quality work with only what is necessary .

[@johnwaw6363]

glyn hodges www.instructables.com/id/Improvised-Anvils/ look at step 5.

[@johnwaw6363]

glyn hodges m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGe7oJaip8mnncU this is a video on how to make your forge.

[@johnwaw6363]

glyn hodges after you have this you can start on some scrolls leafs bottle openers. You’re on your way.

[@immortaltiger2604]

@@johnwaw6363 that forge is nice. Can we use isobuten or LPG for forge? And what about coal?

[@johnwaw6363]

Immortal Tiger coal has a learning curve that is fairly steep. It is worth learning but if you want easy and consistent use LNG or propane. Propane is more energy dense than LNG.

[@StephanieElizabethMann]

The instructions for making the engraving tools was very helpful. I like the finished tools and box.

[@BadDadio]

RE: heavy accent: I had no difficulties understanding the audio. If anything, I enjoyed hearing some of the interpretations. Using basic tools also showed how you don’t need a lot of fancy machines. Lastly, the creativity of Uri showed in all the different part of the the build. Very enjoyable video.

[@johngoodall7097]

Uri you are an artist, the person who gets this engraving set will be ever in your debt. I think it is much more useful to have clear explanation of what you are doing, rather than someone simply just working away and saying nothing, not helpful if you are intending to do something similar, so thumbs up Uri you are the man!!!

[@macf4426]

What a beautiful engraving kit and a thoughtful gift. Very nice 😃👍

[@philchurch927]

This man's speech is A LOT better than many KZbin presenters! great video - thanks.

[@lwolfstar7618]

You are the most underrated channel I've seen in a while. I love that you choose not to use power tools. Makes it an instantly relaxing experience

[@lynnbryant9866]

High level of skills in many disciplines, superb creativity, sharp wit with dry humor, and absolutely beautiful cats who are at once comfortable in your shop space as well as welcome there. What I have just described constitutes the perfect KZbin channel. Yours, in fact. Thank you for sharing this bit of yourself with us.

[@snozzmcberry2366]

That was phenomenal. Great work, both the craftsmanship and the filming/editing!

[@clydebalcom3679]

I like your attitude. My grandfather had a similar idea too. He was always learning, and that served him well in his profession. He was an electrician in the petroleum industry. He was also an amateur tool and die maker and blacksmith.

[@IgotHeliFever]

You! Sir are an Amazingly Talented Engraver - Absolutely Beautiful work!!

[@YourOldDog]

I had no problem what so ever understanding you, your English is much better than mine. It is easy to see you are just beginning in this kind of work, you should know you are enjoying it far more now then 20 years from now. I had much more fun when I was learning then when I thought I could make money with it and it magically became work and not so much fun. Learning is the fun part.

[@bashkillszombies]

>"I'm a novice when it comes to engraving." >Is god level engraver.

[@thicknight1]

Right!?

[@BrightBlueJim]

Better than god level - angel level.

[@sinansarikaya3662]

@@BrightBlueJim has the joke gone over my head or does that not make any sense

[@BrightBlueJim]

@@sinansarikaya3662 Not really a joke. A friend is interested in trying engraving, so he makes a pair of graves for him, then a matching hammer, then makes a box for the set, then insets an engraved medallion in the lid of the box. This is not the kind of things gods do. It's the kind of things angels do.

[@sinansarikaya3662]

@@BrightBlueJim No, I meant that it wouldnt make any sense that angel level would be better than god level

[@SlightlyFoxed84]

Excellent work. The slight differences are what make the piece. The crosshatching on the one leaf really caught my eye and made me appreciate all the details.

[@DeDeNoM]

I actually like the voice over.

[@mikeurbanart]

I knew of a man who once spent $187,000 on building a 1600-square-foot workshop building. The shop featured industrial lighting, dust collection system, 220 volt and 110 volt power throughout, and was outfitted with top-of-the-line woodworking machines from Laguna and Delta, that cost another $55,000. In addition, he bought another $7500 worth of EVERY carbide router bit, shaper bit and saw blade, EVERY specialty jig or tool, and EVERY esoteric tool Rockler had available. Over the course of eleven years, the man made seven bread boards, two cabinets for wood working tools, one blanket chest and two screen doors for the house. Then he died. His entire tool estate was liquidated for a little over $16,000. I also knew a man who had a 200-square-foot workshop that he built by himself for $1200. It had two fluorescent lights salvaged from a free pile and two 110 volt electrical outlets. He used a Craftsman table saw that was once his Dad’s, an ancient table-top drill press, hand planes and a ton of tools that he made for himself in a coal forge. In just one year he turned out three large buffet/hutch/shelving units, completely hand carved in the most amazing Rococo style. He worked in that shop for over forty years. Then he died. Just one of his final works, among a lifetime of hundreds, sold for over $15,000. Enough said.

[@NMranchhand]

Very entertaining and educational video -thanks for being brave enough to share you learning mistakes -talkovers are just fine and you do it well -your accent is associated with Old World craftsmanship to American ears -to make pine take stain more evenly, first apply a coat of shellac at a “one pound cut” concentration (one pound of flakes per gallon of meths/ethanol/denatured alcohol)

[@geraldshultz4271]

Your accent is just fine. You are truly a master at your craft. Beautifully done!!!!!!!! YES YES please talk over you videos!!!!!!

[@MarkMiller-zm2th]

That really is beautiful work mate, the attention to detail is amazing, and makes it all worthwhile.

[@bipedalbob]

Particularly enjoy watching someone do such nice work that doesn't have a shop full of mega buck tools, it seems to emphasize the craftsmanship.

[@cyberpunk4622]

You should sell your engravers, I'd purchase one.

[@SandUhrGucker]

me too!

[@bigsalo8598]

me three!

[@DragnEYE]

Me me big boy!

[@koreelarry4127]

Moi aussi..

[@bashkillszombies]

The problem is to make something for sale requires streamlining and business licenses, etc. and more effort than profits are usually yielded. For every thousand people who say they'll buy something and encourage you to roll out a business for something one might actually follow through. With those kind of 'conversion ratios' as they're called it is absolutely not profitable to do things like this. And even if you do get te 47 people who upvoted your comment to pre-pay and guarantee their customership you will have 10% of them claim the product was somehow faulty and insist on refunds, and if you get a used and abused tool back and decline that refund then you're in the courts for tens of thousands. It's just NOT WORTH trying to cater to niche markets like this, not when there's Chinese factories pumping these tools out made of Chinesium for 10 cents per tonne.

[@bobeileen1]

Old world craftsmanship is not often seen these days. You are keeping the art form alive. It provides me with a feeling of well being.

[@hoold01]

Mitre joint reinforcements are call "splines". Love your work. Liked and subbed.

[@JimInNM430]

You must have a very special friend as this is a very special gift. Lovely video and craftmanship. Thanks

[@TharrisNogaud]

Echt schön! Er hat sich sicherlich darüber erfreut! New topic: In English I would say, engraver, not graver. As always, as a German, and as a Berliner even, you speak absolutely beautiful English, even better than many that know English as their mother tongue & as their only language. You pay great attention to detail and it shows in all that you do. Danke, nochmals, für Dein Video!

[@atlantapuzzler976]

TharrisNogaud not that it matters but he is neither German nor Berliner. He has a Hebrew accent. It’s seems he lives in Germany though.

[@TharrisNogaud]

@@atlantapuzzler976Really. He sure speaks great German for having a Hebrew accent.

[@eshvartz]

That's a definite Israeli accent. Many young Israelis live in Germany.

[@88Nikoli]

The tool is called a graver engraving is what it's used for and an engraver is someone who engraves or does engraving , he is indeed correct in calling it by it's correct name ....graver !

[@charlesmckinney9668]

Your friend is lucky to have a friend with a grate tallant as yourself. He will treasure it .

[@HenrikTorget]

You have way too few subscribers.

[@peetiegonzalez1845]

RIght!? This is insane. Of course it's because it's new, but I feel it my duty to let people know.

[@urituchmanpigeon]

Thanks Henrik Torget and Peetiegonzalez! This is a big confidence boost.

[@lexboegen]

Well, he just now got another one.

[@anstykarkada]

Exactly right!!!??.. i mean his work is so aesthetic and pleasing to watch. it's kind of weird too see he has so few subs..:(

[@ractorc91]

Odd, his engraving work is amazing (not sure about his hammer making skills but never mind) and the video itself is great. Love his commentary, very calm, informative and light-hearted.

[@hermonmunster2698]

I am sure your friend was very happy to receive this gift ! Thanks again for sharing!

[@madsam7582]

"From the ashes of disaster grow the roses of success"

[@tomriver25003]

Keep making these videos. I've only watched two and have learned and been given new ideas. Further, your sense of humor and the quality of your work will keep me coming back. Thanks!

[@petowii]

I love my Mary Sue swivel platform!😁 Your work is amazing, I've just recently found your channel and I've been bingewatching for days now ⚘

[@TheArmchairPirate]

I like your accent, there is no problem with it. From your perspective, I have one too. I really enjoy your videos, your craft, your enthusiasm, and you are seemingly very genuine. Thanks for being you.

[@yorkshirejoinery2869]

Excellent stuff! Just discovered your channel, really like what you’re doing! Keep up the good work! Just like Crimson Guitar’s comment, you remind us all that tools, kits and expensive bits & bobs aren’t half as important as patience and determination! Great job, pleasure to watch!

[@738polarbear]

If he is a novice ,we should all be novices.For a self confessed novice he does amazing work.,and I for one immensely enjoy his videos and his humble approach.

[@siphonophone]

Question (which I will be asking in English because I want other people to see the Q/A): How did you get started with your craftsmanship? I know that a lot of American / European crafts channels started out learning their skills in school woodshop classes and other forms of public crafts education, but in my own school in Israel we never even had craftsmanship proposed to us nevertheless offered as a class. Did you get started through family or some other means?

[@urituchmanpigeon]

I have always had the urge to make things but, like you mentioned, I didn't have much guidance, so I had to make it as I go. I have studied in Bezalel School of Art where I have spent most of my time in the workshop. all in all I have to say that ,unsurprisingly, KZbin was and is my greatest mentor. Just by seeing what other people can do and realizing the possibilities a simple file or a chisel can open makes me want to give it a go .....and fail completely the first few of times. but trying is key.

[@GaviLazan]

What department where you in? I was in Screen Based arts and I didn't see ANY metal working courses. So cool.

[@daveg1208]

Totally hand crafted, something that is rare these days with the technology available. Love it, keep it up. Thank you for sharing.

[@railerz101]

Your engraving is amazing. Just love it. I wish I was your friend. Lol

[@repalmore]

I probably shouldn't chuckle when you mention "if you have trouble with accents look away". Accent is auditory and look is visual. Just a good smile for me. Your accent isn't bad at all. You do pretty good so don't worry about it. Thank you for posting.

[@502deth]

"if you have a hard time with strong accents....." im normally an asshole. maybe its just an american thing. but i rarely take anything seriously. so, yeah, id probably joke about your accent, but truthfully, im sure english is not your native language (judging by the accent, german??) and the fact that you speak more than one language puts you miles ahead of me. im kind of jealous in that regard. and on a related note, your english is actually very good. you seemed to be searching for the right word, and then saying it like you werent sure, but you were spot on for most of it. except for the "mary sue", that made me chuckle. great video . subscribed.

[@Pownyan]

Isn't he french? sounds like that at least

[@80Ragincajun]

Very nice gift! I think more gifts should be like this. Not so much about money, but more about the thought and time put in !

[@peetiegonzalez1845]

Notification squad reporting in. AvE, Clickspring and Uri all on the same day! Life is sweet. 6:50 wooden spoon. psml

[@HexagonicDistortion]

AvE is a bit to full of him self though, dont you think?

[@Curlyim2]

@@HexagonicDistortion Not in the least

[@88Nikoli]

Why do people put an s in the acronym for pissing myself laughing ? It's not piss sing myself laughing or pissing self my laughing as would be implied by psml or as some people write pmsl which is more correct than is psml except for the fact that myself is one word and not my self , maybe you are dyslexic 😂

[@eduardobarajas2573]

@@88Nikoli i really don't know but i don't give a FUCK !!! YOU FUCKING WEIRDO

[@yusufshullai2452]

Your skills both with wood and metal are commendable. You have one very lucky friend. Cheers!!!

[@TheRedhawke]

What is the diameter of the spring steel rod and where do you source it ? Great video, thanks so much for this chance to learn.

[@jwilsonhandmadeknives2760]

TheRedhawke do a search for “drill rod”. I don’t know where you are (US?) but you can find it on Amazon. Any 10-series steel will work for a simple heat treat as he demonstrated. (1074, 1075, 1084, etc... i recommend you avoid 1095 because it is harder to heat treat.) O1 is another steel that is super simple to heat treat. (That is the letter O followed by number 1) Heat to non-magnetic, give it a few more seconds of heat, quench in canola oil or vegetable oil. Water will work but can be too fast of a quench and cause your rod to crack. The oil is a much more gentle quench. You can then temper in an oven at 375F for 2 hours, or do as he did and use the torch to get it to a straw color. (you may need to sand the steel back to shiny before the temper if you plan to use the color method. Don’t overthink it. It took longer to write this than it takes to actually do it.

[@tonyj2216]

Your friend is lucky to have a friend like you. And I'm sure he will enjoy the gift.

[@mauimudpup]

If someone can't understand what you are saying they probably shouldn't be handling sharp tools either

[@robertlewis4666]

Beautiful work, showing the skills of a dedicated craftsman. Agreed, no apologies for accent or methods used,is necessary, Everything done with hand tools, plus a wonderful touch and patience you have sir! I wish I had friends like you!

[@galvin227]

I really liked how you explained your whole thought process while making it. It's not a tutorial video by any means, but it's kinda like we get to peer behind the curtain and get a deeper appreciation for both the artisan and the craft

[@BAK87]

Working with passion and common sense yields great results. Well done sir.

[@danlynch1154]

Always enjoy your videos. Your accent is not and should not be a problem to people who appreciate your creativity, humor and skills. Thank you!

[@nathangoodfellow5260]

I totally Dig the Simplicity,Rawness and Beauty of your work!!

[@LosCristeros317]

Your English is very clear and articulate so I can’t imagine anyone not being able to understand you

[@billjohnson3967]

Beautiful workmanship without expensive tools --- true craftsmanship !

[@thesecretworkshoppropstore7914]

I love your work and your accent, It's all part of the charm of your channel.

[@fernandochavez4312]

I solute your humility. You do beautiful work. A true craftsman always made his own tools. Well done👍

[@Redlegwar]

Great job! Good friend!

[@winnievanorden1]

Absolutely mesmerizing watching (and listening) to you make this remarkable gift for your friend. We should all have such talented friends to make lovely "gifts from the heart" (as i call them). I am a retired jeweler and loved making special things for special friends. You are a lovely man....lucky kitties.

[@Omidion]

very nice to see a novice making beautiful things that are not perfect. It's very refreshing to watch you videos...i think to my self "i could do this" where as when watching some ultra skilled craftsman making something insane i'm like "i could never do this". Thanks for making videos !

[@VliegerNL]

You are a true craftsman. I spent 16 minutes and 49 seconds in awe! Thank you for sharing your work and for telling us about it.

[@1975normal]

I appreciate watching you craft with simple tools and steel. This is very relaxing and inspiring. It gives me the idea to add little extra finishing touches to the house I am remodeling. Right now I am finishing a closet for my daughter(which includes a wine display that I found in the garbage, it will be for her shoes). Thank YOU

[@keirfarnum6811]

You’re a madman for hand carving the inlay mortise. I tried that once and found it impossible; so I bought a wood router bit for my Dremel Tool and used the router base set up. It works much better. You could also get a small trim router too. It makes for a much more consistent depth.

[@joebalabuszko8863]

An absolute pleasure to watch. I was, and am, fascinated with engraving. This fine video will get me going. I like making tools , horses to work on, painting, gilding, a lot of different art forms. Such a pleasure to see how to get going without spending huge amounts of money. Retirement keeps one on a budget.Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@bendavison222]

I really like this voice over format. Thank you Uri!

[@threegreencharms]

Excellent work. The fact that you made this for a friend makes this very special. This is such a nice kit, what an honor! Thanks for sharing.

[@staxter6]

Too modest, I really enjoy your attitude, presentation, humour and skills. A beautiful gift.

[@floydloonie4880]

You made your friend an amazing gift, and I'm sure he will treasure it. Thank you for showing us how it was made.

[@joerosburns5639]

You are an extremely adventurous and talented Craftsman!

[@SirFerrickWanderer]

Can i just say how refreshing it is to see someone not hide all the little mistakes and pretend they've done everything perfectly every time? Because i have worked professionally as a joiner for 4 years and there are still be mistakes on a regular basis that you fix as you go along, and i don't think i've ever seen an online maker show those.

[@jga1001]

Anyone,even those who are far from crafts and art can also learn from you : patience,dedication, discipline,precision,humbleness,joy of life. My best wish for you : to take part in the rebuilding of the Third Temple in Jerusalem,promtly in our days.

[@jessiem.8994]

This video is months old but I have to say, I had this on in the background at work and actually laughed out loud for "Good afternoon, welcome to jazz radio" haha! Thanks for that. This is a lovely little gift and I hope your friend enjoyed it. Always a joy to watch your videos! Happy new year, Uri!

[@BrightBlueJim]

I would cry if I got a gift like that. The love you put into everything is inspiring. Who else would include a custom box and then put an engraved medallion on that?

[@sup3rbird]

The accent is a pleasure to listen to and a serious part of your appeal as far as I am concerned.

[@semiruinedfabrication5993]

I love your videos and especially enjoy your dry sense of humor.... your friend is very lucky to recieve such a beautiful gift!!!

[@corystreat7605]

AWESOME!!! And I love your down-to-earth personality. Thank you, Cory

[@cunningmancrowe5483]

This is SERIOUSLY one of the coolest things I think I've ever seen. I envy your talent, and a gift of this kind is priceless.

[@TheTrueHasenfeffer]

Wow. I would have been honored to receive such a gift.

[@richparker7778]

You do not give yourself enough credit. It looks fantastic.

[@stanjarmolowicz]

i love the fact that at least some from the young generation use simple tools and methods to create . Pleasure to see that video and learn again that power tools not always bring happiness

[@kerkits4924]

Great stuff. I admire the craftsmanship, and love your humorous bits and antics.

[@Stronghold96]

Very cool. I appreciate you taking the time to share with me the process of making such a badass gift for your friend. Thank you

[@BenFalkenstein]

Watching you "make do" with what you have has been so much more inspiring to me than seeing these other guys with $600 ball vices and what not. I knee there haf to be a simpler, less expensive solution. Thanks dude.

[@1911wood]

Nice video. I understood every word. I actually enjoy hearing you talk.

[@russellnentwich8745]

I have never seen that string trick. Very Cool! I am sure your friend loved that gift it was awesome!

[@samalverio3157]

I like the simplicity of your videos very easy to understand...thank you

[@darrylscott3708]

Uri, I find your videos very pleasing to watch. Pay no attention to the naysayers. You show us all what can be done with a few tools and a little patience. Thanks. Subscribed!

[@sailingyemaya9781]

Very nice work, good to see your supervisors are there 💖🐈🐈

[@Kashed]

Awesome sense of humor and humility. Great work. 👍🏻 I hope you don’t forget us when you become famous. Love the channel and the jazz. 🤣