VIKING BATTLE AXE: Part 1

[@robertwallace713]

You should make yourself a cabinet on the wall that is specifically for the storage of your respirator. I'd recommend mounting it right next to the door of your grinding room, since that is probably where you would want to use it the most often. As long as you keep the cabinet closed (seal it and use spring loaded hinges) you should have a clean respirator, quick access, and it's right at the entrance to where you use it the most often, while still having it visible from the workshop floor.

[@stoner1822]

I thought the same thing!

[@kburlon351]

Try building it out of acrylic. Visible means it's used. Top video as always Alec!

[@Gantzz321]

Great idea, sealed box that has easy access and at located in the right spot. also like the idea of having the clear door so if are walking into the room u see it so your more likely to use it.

[@chrisboggess4978]

Use a cabinet like they use for fire extinguishers or AED devices.

[@Kpoull]

Good idea. I also have two respirators in my shop. a good respirator isn't all that expensive, so I have one at my welding station and one at my grinding station.

[@williamrobinson238]

Hey Alec My grandfather used to do a lot of bladesmithing and I remember seeing a knife he made that was a steel and copper Damascus... He described the process as hammering a warm piece of copper onto a yellow hot piece of steel.. The knife came out so beautiful that I think you would really enjoy playing with the idea...

[@rjviereckl1321]

Hey I just want to say, I really liked that you stopped and talked about what you were doing. That's pretty much why I'm watching your channel, so I can learn blacksmithing without having to buy all the equipment. If you could do more of that I would be a very happy guy. Regardless, love your vids.

[@AlarmingTwitch]

I had to stop at the 3:30 mark just to say how good it is to see you forging steel again! Amazing to see the new shop functional, really stoked to see the direction you take it.

[@whosaidthat5236]

Pfft respirator... I filter all my work partials threw a cigar like a real man ... hold on I got to catch my breath after typing this long message

[@solefacilityadmin569]

This is perfect

[@Jellypoker]

Yep, There's plenty of "real men" in the grave yard who thought like you" even "real men" get COPD!!!

[@the1stgigpig]

Dude, best laugh I've had for a week at least. Ta mate 👍👍👍

[@Erotified]

Your work habits are impacting your intelligence.

[@MostManatee]

You do know that you don't breathe in cigars

[@robertevras6577]

Hell Yah Y'all! I am from Tennessee! Thx for the shout out! We love anything that helps a man be able,to take care of himself. Knowledge of forging is a must!! And your channel slash content is the BEST!

[@HackSawSees]

I like Adam Savage's take on this, what he calls "first order retrievability": Everything ought to stored in such a way that you can grab it and use it the moment you are near it. Things you use a lot are kept near or at the workplace. Drawers contain one layer, with items laid out so it's obvious which is which. Importantly, this also makes it super easy to put it back in the right place. One idea, also from watching a lot of Tested.com: design and make a super easy to open box for the mask, such that you can open the box and retrieve the mask with one hand, and put it back just as easily. That way, you get the best of both worlds.

[@breejungbauer5218]

Also your next merch should say "It's Mr.Steele your girl"

[@drshiteaim8716]

I wish i could steal someones girl

[@tominc.2864]

As a former combat medic....Always store your respiratory in a air right bag when not in use if it contains carbon in its filters. Air will deplete the active charcoal ability to filter properly.

[@ricos1497]

Didn't know that. Thanks. Alec, why not buy a few respirators and leave them next to each of your respirator-required tools (in clear zip lock/freezer bags) so that they're always on hand? When they're constantly in view too, it'll act as a reminder to wear them.

[@carlodanese9120]

Tom Tulloss absolutely right, however Alec is young and has a lot to learn about safety

[@bronsonstephens5799]

Josh Baer But Grinding Also Creates Really Tiny Particles As Well. Doesn't It?

[@fufumfrmfr32]

He is grinding on chromium and nickel, not walking through tear gas. He should be using a 2097 particulate filter when grinding and and overhead hepa-filter overhead hood system when welding. You can also purchase products that help clean hexavalent chromium of with wipes and sprays.

[@rrvideos7343]

As a carpentry finisher I agree with this man!!!

[@ryanmayer9879]

Hi Alec. I’m a 13 year old boy and I love to watch your videos. I just wanted to say that it is truly amazing that you can intrigue someone as young as me into something like this. Keep on making magic. - your forever subscriber

[@harrisonlayland3849]

Could get a respirator cabinet. Just a thought Alec. As clean oxygen is FANTASTIC! Like so Alec can see it.

[@Daya337]

I can't imagine the fumes coming off the welding he does on the billets.. probably not that good to be breathing in. AVE Mentioned that, lot of welders like to put their faces right up to their work, just eating that smoke..

[@robertwallace713]

As someone who has a chunk of heavy duty welding experience: yeah, black snot rockets for days. It is way too easy to get way focused of the work and start to scrunch into it. I've melted a couple shields doing 300A+ welds and I've had my face right next to the weld, like an idiot. Actually the process that Alec is using, Short Circuit MIG, isn't putting off that much nastiness. There is a tiny bit of material that is burned out of the wire, but most of the smoke is just surface debris burning off, a little bit of oils and other impurities on the surface. It's not until you're using flux core wire or stick welding (the coating is flux) that you have a ton of burned off who the hell knows what. I did stick and flux core welding,

[@mortarsquad12]

Robert Wallace lots of moly and iron powder is what you get. Absolutely nasty.

[@ericgillespie2812]

or he could get what ever the hell michael cthulu uses

[@deuceandguns]

Tennessee checking in. Our nickname is the Volunteers for good reason. Also, love the channel.

[@bappodahacko4157]

Hell yeah volunteers for a reason

[@cooperdellinger7165]

Yup

[@TheKingjames57]

Go Vols! Lol

[@ecl1psed417]

Tennessee!! 👍

[@xeronicus]

Tennessean Checkin in! Go Vols baby! Fellow Deuce owner as well!

[@BiscuitTinOrchestra]

Dirty whiteboard alec!!! top tip: Clean with hot soapy water, then buff dry.... Then buff with turtlewax polish. You wont need to clean it off very often as the markers will wipe off cleanly as intended.

[@robinturner2300]

BiscuitTinOrchestra clean wth methylated spirits , it's what they do in schools...

[@BiscuitTinOrchestra]

yeah, but that also strips the factory wax layer off, and you get the same smudgy messy board. when waxed, the drywipe markers work as intended.

[@randoprior4130]

BiscuitTinOrchestra use as pure a form of muriatic acid as possible! Works amazingly for getting rid of marks on your white board!

[@ga5712]

nail polish remover (acetone) works a dream

[@BiscuitTinOrchestra]

silly people............

[@ckirkman2808]

Entertainment at it's finest. Thank you very much for your videos, Im 29 and show my children your vids to prove how you can have passion with hard work. Keep up the great work Alec much love from the States!

[@seren2646]

Just found your channel, I'm shocked I've never seen them before! now I know what I'm doing all evening, binge watching lots of your old videos

[@AlecSteele]

+Seren Barham wooo! Thanks Seren! 🎉😀

[@mattwarrant5410]

I just did that last month. Whew! It's not just me. LOL

[@arnie0311]

Did the same thing 2 months ago

[@ChuckUnderFire]

I did the same thing THREE months ago!!......... just kidding, I have no idea when it was but it happened exactly like Seren said. Only with a lot of "Where has this BEEN all my life?!" and a few "he's just so damn HAPPY".

[@AidanGames]

making 70 something hammers was when I started watching I highly suggest that series

[@brettsayers7768]

I started to use a respirator because of you Alec and enjoy breathing better after grinding and sanding, thanks Alec.

[@moton410]

I have to say the end of the video contrast and quality was on point! The new set up is working great and great job with your new shop!

[@DonBooch]

Love your energy! One tip. For the respirator, if you have compressed air in the shop, you can blast the interior with air to remove any accumulated dust. Blast it away from your face and all should be well.

[@changeling7404]

Another day, but still no cooking with Alec.

[@proslice56]

Come now Sam made a wonderful hotdog pickle surprise upside down sandwich.... How can you go wrong?

[@changeling7404]

Exactly, i will not rest until some kind of foodish substance is made from that forge

[@robinborkowski5598]

thank you for discribing your pattern tactics and techniques , it makes your vidios even more interesting and relevent to others of us in the craft . thank you

[@CandlejackZA]

Maybe you can take a medkit cabinet and put a respirator sticker on it, mount it to the wall, then you have a clean place to store your respirators, that will be easily accessible - like mount the cabinet in the grinding room. just an idea :) love your content

[@johngaines3448]

Hey Alec, The purpose of sealing up the respirator is to prevent the dust and particles that is in every shop from collecting inside the mask. Plus the filters will stop working as they sit in the open. The filters should be changed from time to time depending on how much they are used. When you put on the mask your body oil will collect the dust that has come to rest inside the mask. Help your filters last longer and keep them in a sealed bag. It can save your lungs and sinuses from the settled dust in your shop. Just a thought. My wife and I really like your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@danielsimpson5634]

Boom, what a build this will be. Can't wait

[@AlecSteele]

+Daniel Simpson first! Fast work!

[@danielsimpson5634]

Alec Steele love your pattern work, can't wait to see how this plan works out

[@VSO_Gun_Channel]

110% agree with the respirator bit

[@KingKurlz]

Alec, you should totally try cooking with your forge....

[@Jiminycroquet]

essential craftsman cooked a pizza in his forge

[@aveoxus1139]

grilled cheese lol

[@nytetg434]

Elliot Harper he could definitely drill a burger or a steak on top!!!

[@joewilliams182]

Knight Northrop i think with the insulation in the forge, the outside of the forge would not reach the tampature needed to do such a thing, i could be wrong.

[@Daya337]

Marshmallows? Hotdogs or sausages.. even the beef ones if your not into pork.. could be a thing... Even toasting the bread/buns for them.

[@mikedavis1127]

re: respirator storage - those drawstring sling backpack/book"sacks" that are commonly given out for free during college campus orientations work very well for respirator storage even in the dirty dusty section of the shop. their sling works good for a hanger on a peg or what have you and the drawstring is quick and easy. the bag part keeps the dust and paint off your mask and face shrouds. i put my extra filters in the bottom and my face shield and respirator in the top. hung off the back of the torch caddy its always a few steps away from where i typically need it. outside of the sack gets absolutely gnarley but the inside stays mint.

[@kevinessig5334]

You should make some Damascus forks and knives to eat with

[@kevinessig5334]

You always say that you love using thing you make and this would be used every time you eat

[@chrisosh9574]

With the forge there, I would make a Damascus frying pan, I hate the modern non-stick rubbish and use an old fashioned steel pan, just clean and wipe with oil in between cooking. Forging and bacon, how bad is that? On the respirator, my father spent the last few years of his life using oxygen due to dust and asbestos on the lungs from working in the building trade. He was 92 so not a bad age but without the dust on the lungs he would probably still be here and enjoying life as everything else worked well.

[@toomdog]

**With which to eat* Remember, never use a preposition to end a sentence with.

[@baychevy5105]

I think they would rust easily

[@mvoss2382]

MERC the MECHANIC wtf dude rude. My great-aunt Mag is 103 and still going strong.

[@Eric-yt7fp]

You're the Bob Ross of forging. Your positivity is, I daresay, fantastic.

[@davvves7977]

Strap in ladies and gentlemen! We're going for the axe!

[@jamesrawlings8493]

Thanks for including the explanation of how you're developing the pattern in the steel.

[@workwithnature]

Never mind you respirator am more worried about your back. Keep it straight at least some of the times on the power hammer. Key here is to try and move as many muscle groups to stay fit. That means don't repeat the same movement again and again. Otherwise in 20 years is by by to your back. Trust me that is how it works with a demanding job like yours.

[@dahlmasen3084]

Finally someone else that recognises this

[@nealbeard1]

Work With Nature good tip. Maybe cut down on the amphetamine sulphate as well.

[@NoManLP]

I would point out both. Never say a respirator should be ignored. If so you're ignoring clear health risks that Alec needs to avoid if he wants a long living career working steel, you're not giving helpful advice. But I do agree on that he might be bending his back a bit much on the power hammer. Might help him out to raise the base of the hammer a bit higher. Good point WWN.

[@tripo1987]

I would recommend a weightlifting belt, I’m a Drywaller and recently began using one. It was a bit of an adaptation as my trade requires bending twisting and lifting at odd angles, but the result is that I now rely on my legs which have gotten stronger, my back pain has diminished and my productivity is up. I would wear the mask the whole day, just saying.

[@LOLAxXxOZZY]

While I do miss the aesthetic that the old workshop lent to the videos, this workshop seems like a wonderfully pleasant place to work!

[@thekingofbeez3192]

Alec! Please start linking to the individual songs you use! Always love your soundtrack.

[@Figleaf1971]

I think it's a canned music service for use on youtube etc.

[@maxhoward4531]

Does anyone know the link/name of the song in the beginning?

[@thekingofbeez3192]

Figleaf1971 he links the website he gets music from but doesn't link the artist/title

[@thetruemorg]

Respirator: make a little hook outside grinding room with a box of alcohol swabs and latex gloves near by. I was 5 years at a lead acid battery factory. One large factory accident with lead dust and myself and 3 others had no increase in blood lead only because neurotic cleaning/continual upkeep. Super valuable underrated skill in the workshop that builds into a culture of your place. One glove to clean inside with swab when you are in question of the inside of mask. Tap mask every time you exit grinding room and you will be good. Love your videos!

[@jagerfromgsg945]

Morgan Olson This may be dumb but I have a question. If I am just getting into forging and knife making do I need to have a respirator if I’m going to be doing grinding outside in an open space?

[@matiaspena6710]

I want one of those shirts

[@AlecSteele]

+Matias Pena good ;) wait a few days 😀😀🎉🎉

[@yaya39785]

Alec Steele l

[@Pessimistlad]

So...here's an idea for your respirators. Wall mounted box next to your grinding/welding station. Easy access, still keeps a lot of dust and grit off it.

[@iiTzMlke]

So when are you getting your own custom Alec Steele Flag??

[@aimremodellingaesthetics6423]

Tennessee is the "Volunteer State", we've volunteered more body's for the war effort than all other states combined. Glad to see you have one of our flags. This hillbilly enjoys watching you make cold steele art.

[@seacucumber6768]

YES!! EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED!!

[@wrx13sk]

HECK YEAH!!! I'm from TENNESSEE and do love watching you work that steel! thank you for all the great entertainment you've provided to everyone. keep up the great work as I know you will.

[@mulisha0351]

East tn as well. Smokies

[@praxisglass]

why not build a small wooden box for the respirator and mount near the grinding room? easily accessible and clean. simple side hinged door for quick access.

[@ClaytonwFirth]

Armand Prinsloo lean!

[@Little_River_Forge]

I was so excited for the first project in the new shop. ❤ I wish I could relive these days

[@yetanotheaverageguy]

A respirator in the hand is worth two in the box.

[@skysmith6788]

I love how you time your music so well with certain shots.

[@Tinmanstees]

OK who else wants to see a Sam and Alec cooking channel ;)

[@berengerlefort8612]

And a "Fun with flags channel" too.

[@seb9187]

Bérenger LEFORT na they don't have Sheldon!!

[@zhalas]

i would do a challenge for them, cook something with.... are you prepare?... without cheese

[@ChuckUnderFire]

Weener Sandwiches for EVERYONE!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Jose Miguel de Grazia, noooooooo! Cheese is not only a major food group, but likely their only calcium intake.

[@aeroconcepts1949]

Alec, keep your respirator somewhere handy, in a bag. There is activated charcoal in the filters, and keeping them in a sealed bag makes them last longer.

[@davidolson8570]

If Alec Steele, Laura Kampf, and Jimmy Diresta opened a shop together it would be the greatest thing ever

[@rileyt3072]

David Olson when Jimmy is done building his shop in his backyard, he should do something like that! He won't have as much blacksmithing equipment as Alec but I couldn't even begin to imagine how many great things they could build!

[@AltMarc]

He should invite Ben from Crimson Guitars, Ben would love to forge, specially after he sees the japanese chisel and perhaps Alec could build a cigar box guitar, as he love country music.

[@nairou4327]

Should add illiya from man at arms in there, the man is a genius.

[@lucacox3589]

The Third Imperial Party of Kekistan a fellow guitarist and luthier I see

[@AltMarc]

Luca Cox. Not a luthier, just built/improved a cheap bass guitar kit, after re-fretting my old one, also was a fan of Ben's channel.

[@daxjax99]

I said while you were live on insta that you should make a Viking axe and what do you know?!?! You are!!!!!!! That makes me happy! Any ways keep up the good work Alec you're so awesome

[@ScullyBrewing]

WHERE do we send flags to?! You're missing a crucial Irish flag :D

[@freelancerinc566]

Im a journeymen welder in canada, i weld, grind, torch 8+ hours a day 5 days a week for the past decade with no health issues. The little bit you do wont affect you unless you have pre-exsisting issues

[@RsAncientPk]

Alec! What's the name of the tune starting at 2:36 in this video? I can't find it using the link to epidemicsound that you put in the description D: Help!

[@eduardovasconcelos3909]

Søren Damgaard i think it's sandstorm by darude

[@samanthashuey1763]

I'm so happy you're working on your first project in the new work shop I can't wait to see what will happen !!!!!

[@AR_119]

I am really tempted to send Alec a gigantic Demarcus steel table because I know how much he loves horizontal spaces but can't resist Demarcus steel

[@error_9453]

AR_119 what’s demarcus steel? All dark with no light?

[@Figleaf1971]

I agree, ppe will be more likely used if it's convenient to do so. My respirator hangs from the head strap off of my push pull actuator on my belt grinder which is centrally located in my work space and handy. I'm the only one in the space though so there isn't an extreme amount of particulate in the air unless I'm doing it. My spares are all sealed and the mask is checked before I stuff it on my face so I feel alright about it. It must be nice not to have to run down the hall with your molten billet to the hammers anymore, it's all just a circle of workstations, good stuff.

[@AndresRicha]

Video quality is a ten but too much light! Miss the old contrast of the dark shop and the bright yellow glow of the hot steel!

[@joshhurd1758]

I agree go back to vivid and get rid of your videography advisor he is tosh

[@super_slo]

From an educational perspective, new better setup is great, love the extra detail. Old look and feel was much more cinematic, very satisfying as entertainment. Like them both, do what you want!

[@Ziyaadoo]

Andres Richa i agree

[@milkman_and_wife]

Your crazy energy is really helping me get through my 5:30am max hangs workout.

[@meansartin]

Are you going to be able to do Saturday shows out at the new shop, or does the lack of internet hamper it?

[@aswasw9409]

He has internet

[@dystopian_living5999]

Asw Asw He has shit internet

[@DylanPieniazek]

I thought he was getting a 4G connection?

[@davidthorncraft5611]

I totally agree about the respirator! I'm welding/ grinding 12hrs a day on and off I use to put it away every use but like you I would get busy/ lazy and not put it on, for the 2 min job but when you do 2 min jobs all day all week it adds up. Keep it close keep it handy and wear it!

[@SoCPlasma]

Glad to see someone sent him a New Mexico flag.

[@adamcroker_hg]

I was a little shocked to see the Zia! Relatively new New Mexican here, but glad to be represented!!

[@SoCPlasma]

Im fairly new to state as well but it is cool the see it there!

[@bappodahacko4157]

I was happy for the States flags period, especially TN, but I live there so, Meh

[@Kudepsta1]

Fantastically see you, at work in a new workshop Bro!!!!

[@dollarhideclan7931]

OMG I was gonna send one from NM cause that's where I'm from!!!!

[@TheEveryMaker]

I was excited to see our NM State flag up on his wall too.

[@zanehorton9723]

Yeee 505

[@robertgoff6479]

Viva Nuevo Mexico!

[@dollarhideclan7931]

Zay yea for real! I miss the great 505

[@PureMotionMediaCA]

My uncle was a metalworker all his life. He died of cancer at age 49. Wear respirators, change the filters as recommended, wipe down the respirator after use, store it in a dust free location, and clean your shop regularly to keep from kicking up dust when walking around without your respirator. My uncle didn't and paid the price. Remember if you can smell it you are breathing it in. Love the channel keep up the good work.

[@NitrousDiecast]

Was there a Canadian flag? 🇨🇦

[@michaelsilva7085]

Nitrous Diecast .... I loved seeing it every time he microwaved his lunch.

[@NitrousDiecast]

Michael Silva agreed! He needs a Canadian flag somewhere prominent! 🇨🇦

[@rrvideos7343]

Ming Mongo yes!!!!

[@gerrittklashorst7306]

Long time watcher with a lot of respect for your skills and the way you show your viewers something very useful that till the last few years was becoming a dieing art form in a lot of areas around the world. I also watch Cody from wranglerstar and have to say you two are a lot alike you both have an ability to teach people about new things in a way that's comfortable and easier to understand because your willing to show your mistakes and how they got you to the nice finished product in the end. Keep up the good work cause every time I see one of your videos I can't help but to think theres gonna be at least a couple young boys or girls that will see them and find the same love for blacksmithing you have and that is the most amazing thing you could ever take away from this art form you are so good at.

[@oskarlanngtroelsen4443]

Hey alec It's my birthday the tenth and it would make me so happy if you made some kind of knife with a long thin blade

[@oskarlanngtroelsen4443]

Btw hi from Denmark

[@sethjones5078]

Oskar Lanng Troelsen mines the 8 th happy early birthday

[@oskarlanngtroelsen4443]

Thx and happy birthday to you too

[@girisaman]

Well if it would make you so happy....

[@Corphish_]

I love your advice about the respirators! I feel if I had one more accessible I would tend to use it more!

[@medhue]

What Alec needs is a "Don't Treat on Me" flag!

[@exercisemyrights]

Medhue ha.we,ll have him converted.. prolly get investigated by interpol as a radical or something.bawwhaww

[@SkullCrusher757]

yeah dont tread on him

[@GrimScarFayn]

I use to do mold remediation with a full face mask. I still have it too. We had to clean it off every time, even for 2 minute jobs. We had a food based chemical that would be sprayed on before using alcohol wipes to further decontaminate it. We would take it apart like a sniper rifle before placing it into a bag, which was also taped shut before use later. For you Alec, I would just suggest at the very least, keeping a box of alcohol wipes close to your mask. (Optional) Thoroughly clean it at the end of the day, and bag it for over the weekend.

[@jamesvandrunen4908]

1. Sees notification 2. Launches KZbin 3. Sees title 4. ( ͡o ͜ʖ ͡o)

[@calebpersons5497]

I always love the music in your vids! Its like this steam punk/gypsy type music, idk really know what it is, but its freaking awesome to put to blacksmithing

[@samuellongstreet690]

I hope this isn't too late for you to see, but please don't stop doing the really dark shots where the light source is your work. I love those. I have a Virginia state flag I would like to mail to you, are you still accepting flags?

[@BeardOfPower7]

Go Va!!

[@michaelflatters7362]

Hi Alec, I think that the filters are hydroscopic so if left in the open they absorb moisture from the surrounding air and lose their effectiveness.I keep mine in a Ziplock sandwich bag in a plastic box.

[@morrow.m]

Another great one. I saw the wranglerstar video as well. I thought the same as you. I love wranglerstar but I think he was wrong in that instance. Lower the barriers to use your ppe. Make it as easy to be safe as you possibly can. Your children and grandchildren will thank you.

[@girisaman]

You think wranglerstar was wrong? Make sure he doesn't hear you..

[@morrow.m]

dogged pit why is that? Do you think him so weak he can't stand differing opinions? I heartily disagree. One of the hallmarks of a man of character is being able to disagree with one another and still be able to respect and even like one another. I greatly respect Wranglerstar and his channel. My only thought was as I stated above. There are ways to keep your PPE clean and still be accessible. Lower the barriers of use. Make it easy to be safe. Cheers!

[@mattbritton8976]

Michael Morrow What was the title of the video Wranglerstar mentioned Alec in?

[@edsmith4908]

Glad that your back up an running doing what you enjoy.

[@surprise-china]

*Алекс, ты классный. Мне нравится твой канал и то, что ты делаешь!*

[@julienlebamoff1224]

КИТАЙ УДИВЛЯЙ Алек, не Алекс.

[@Virixas_]

Cheeki breeki to you too comrade

[@lukeboggess6078]

Same

[@unfortunately_fortunate2000]

same here, but you misspelled his name. Мне также понравилось его видео, но вы написали его имя неправильно, и это не круто, друг!!! ;)

[@shotou]

One thing I love about this channel is the dope sound track.

[@johnmarquardt1991]

Here's a great idea: ignore Wranglerstar. You have a much better site.

[@torreyho6629]

I use a respirator as well when I wood work. Between uses I put mine on a wig head (a mannequin head would serve just as well) , this serves several purposes. With it on the wig head the respirator stays clean because it has a "face" to form against which is just awesome. The "face" also keeps the form of the mask correct so that parts to not fold over which would cause a breach in the seal. Lastly, you are absolutely correct about if you put it away in a box you will not get it out for the quick jobs. The "head" can be left out in the open so that it is readily available all of the time.

[@derrkwhite]

Ok brother where can I find your address so I can send you a Colorado state flag?

[@gingersnapssg]

Derrick White I was just looking for the same thing!

[@rrvideos7343]

Me too...

[@Scratch83]

Derrick White Unit 10, 73 Barker St, Norwich NR2 4TN, UK

[@excelephant]

That's the old workshop, he's moved.

[@cansmash]

I appreciate the talk on wearing a respirator. I agree that everyone should wear one (or at least wear a dust mask). I try to store mine in a bag when I'm done with it for the day. That being said, I'm pretty sure those propane bottles should be tranported upright! Keep up the great work Alec! I like your energy.

[@lathanblankenship4528]

How can I send an Arkansas flag

[@bg73]

via email...

[@girisaman]

+Branden Grant Hahaha.

[@Scratch83]

Lathan Blankenship Unit 10, 73 Barker St, Norwich NR2 4TN, UK

[@aSinisterKiid]

Alec, you can put some thin gauge sheet metal or diamond plate on the 2 walls in the grinding shop to keep the walls clean and help keep the grinding dust from building up on the walls. Also, I recommended it before, but you can put a piece behind the hanging rack for the grinders to also protect the wall.

[@hugoakerlund5114]

Beard is a bit to big i think

[@thevillagedrunk9704]

judging by your name you probably know what you are talking about

[@danielhansen4451]

Ayy i'm also from Scandinavia, Denmark to be persest!

[@warrenneeves7103]

Glad to see you back on the job Alec. I've been away for a while too and now binge watching your axe. I always keep my respirator handy and clean it as needed. A bit funky the day I almost inhaled a spider from it through!

[@LPHighVltg3]

Dude, you just have to send finished axehead to Wranglerstar, he's the only person worthy of making handle for it

[@thesickhorseranch]

Alec makes his own handles just fine.

[@tylerwitty6361]

wranglerstar is a fool

[@donibeh]

tageiB Dx Wranglerstar is worthy of nothing

[@ike8236]

Young man, one day you will grow old and I hope you become a real man and learn skills for yourself and not from youtube frauds like him, then you'll see what a bullshit artist the guy is.

[@williamjarman7466]

It would probably take him 10 episodes to finish the handle

[@thomashongshagen4912]

Alec, there are some things you need to keep in mind while making this axe: One, what kind of axe is it? Based on what has been said I would assume it will be a dane axe, in which case you need to remember that axes of that design, if properly made are quite light. With the blade being thinner than some swordblades. Around 4-5 millimeters or between 5/32 and 13/64". The weight of the finished axe should be between roughly 1-2 kg, or 2-4 pounds. The edge should be between 8 or 12 inches, with long pronounced horns on either end of the blade. Depending on wether it is based on a combat axe or a status symbol, the hard should be between 0.9 and 1.2 meters for combat, or potentially as long as 1.5 to 1.7 meters for a status axe.

[@goonietoon]

I stuff a wad of paper towels into my respirator and keep it handy. Does a pretty good job at keeping the breather part clean and is easy enough to quickly take out for use.

[@hazard2366]

"stay healthy as LUNG as possible" 9:03. Alec, i just came back here months later, how did you miss that pun!?!?

[@cowcreekwoodduck9074]

I have the same respirator situation. It's needed, but you don't want to go digging it out when you need it. Mine sits on the top of my tool bag, face down. always nearby and accessible. Always easy to grab and put on.

[@EvilLeprechuan]

I'm so glad you mentioned respiratory protection. Before Osha decided it was a necessity for deal with the fumes of flux and gases from welding and particles, welders and Smith's were getting lung complications and cancer from thier jobs. Happened to my Grandfather who was a welder for the navy.

[@theRhinsRanger]

Plus airing your respirator stops moisture build up, nice mouldy respirator in a bag or sealed box

[@williamrunyon7768]

Alec! Thanks for the shout out to Tennessee! I have several buddies that keep up with your channel. I love the new workshop, however, one thing that I find I miss about the old one is the raw-ness(new word?) from the old place. The dark shots and the dirt floor just provided something special to the forge and hammer scenes. Just thought I'd mention that. Anyway, love your channel and your inspiration. Keep it up!

[@kyle-2997]

I love the power hammer shots and visuals you really capture the power and beauty of blacksmithing

[@crzycnt8566]

Sundstrom respirators come in a convenient storage box, i just hung it on my trolley when i was spraying cars, always handy, always clean. I wouldn't go building one for the same reasons, but if your putting it on a bench, may as well put it in a portable box on the bench.

[@davethedebrouillard6407]

Love the new shop and all the exciting new views and shooting angles.

[@bobschniel]

For your respirators, hang one on the doorknob to the grinding room, hang another on the welder. That way you are always presented with a respirator as you start work. Definitely keep it out of some cramped box, safety equipment only works if you use it!

[@CrimFerret]

My take is do whatever will get you to wear the respirator the most when you should be wearing it. Heck, get two and keep one at both places you'd use it. A slightly dusty respirator you wear is far better than a pristine one you don't. As for the forging, seeing the new shop going finally is great. Maybe it's just how you did the editing, but you seemed to be moving a lot more metal faster today than you did at the old shop. That billet of damascus looked like it was cooperating with the forge welding really well. Just sort of went into shape with no fuss.

[@StEyeball]

Proud Tennessee viewer here!

[@johnpatz8395]

When it comes to the respirator, how about getting another, mount one box on the wall in your welding area and the other in your grinding area, which the filters stored elsewhere. This way you have easy access in both spot and all you need do is reach out, open the box, grab it and put it on and then stuff it back in the back when your done.

[@lucky15driver]

Alec if it's a dust particulate respirator hanging it in a clean place will be fine as long as you clean it every once in a while. Chemical respirators like the ones used for painting cars need to be sealed