Why Forging Damascus Steel Knives Takes Years to Master - Handmade

[@BryanDavidScott]

Like most Chefs with tenure, I have had thousands of knives through the years. NOTHING compares to the knives I have had custom made for me by Quintin Middleton. They slice with precision. I've held each knife in my hand for hours without exhaustion. He deserves every ounce of respect and honor among the highest places in the world. Way to rock, Quintin! God is with you and so am I. 💥💥💥

[@JR-xn6yu]

The $5 chef knife I got at the swap meet works perfectly and not $1000.

[@leekzonyt9591]

@@JR-xn6yu He’s talking about the elegance and quality of this man’s passion, the attention to detail, craftsmanship and his experience with this man’s product. Your response is the equivalent of a caveman hating on cars because “WALK ON FEET MOVE ME JUST FINE, CAR DUMB”

[@HiECorp]

@@leekzonyt9591 dudes name is tyrone watermelon lol, he's obv a troll, don't mind him

[@ZZ-vl5nd]

@@JR-xn6yu why buy a car for 1.000.000 when you can get a $700 one? 🤔

[@jaysonnomz1719]

@@leekzonyt9591 lol

[@eriktorp-olsen1706]

Greetings from a norwegian knifemaker living in Sweden: -God bless you and your work.

[@beautyjolie9595]

He's definitely a funny guy who put everything in just one knife. What a wonderful person

[@msdeaver1]

Anton. He does great space content. KZbin wonderful person.

[@mrithulmkumar5263]

Hey Looks like you know things about knife making. Then you must be familiar with "forged in fire" tv show. Could you please clarify my doubt. Why don't they do this tempering and slow cooling of knifes there? Don't they have to do that so that their knifes can withstand all the torture they have to face?

[@chief5002]

@@mrithulmkumar5263 I’m pretty certain they just don’t have the time to do it on the show

[@sammygallagher5368]

Jk

[@andrewcarlson3486]

How much for it 💰

[@rvyyvn]

He seems like such a genuine and nice person to just go for a beer with and talk about things like making knives

[@evanjohnson4559]

Can this guy make his own KZbin channel?! He seems like a really cool guy who could produce a lot of fun content

[@imnotsurewhy]

I second that

[@messaoudanekamel7277]

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[@edward.doctor1892]

He truly has compassion for this type of craft and good quality content

[@thegreat4954]

Doesn’t mean he can film, edit and produce enjoyable quality video’s like this channel. There are ALOT cool guys

[@luciferslettuce]

@@thegreat4954 he could hire people that can help with that, man you're dumb!

[@WarChortle]

Shout out to his dad. Any 7 year old running around with a "knife" seems dangerous and but he didn't throw it out. Keeping it in a safe place perhaps even knowing only his son would know where to look for it when he was old enough.

[@samsonli9490]

Or he didn't want the kid to have it so he put it in a high place and forgot about it.

[@TheRealist1.]

@@samsonli9490 Don't be that guy... Nobody likes "that guy".

[@aztro.99]

@@TheRealist1. wym thats prolly what happened or maybe not we dont know who tf his dad was smh

[@TheRealist1.]

@@aztro.99 you wanna be "that guy" too...

[@andrewlanford2378]

@@TheRealist1. In a slightly paradoxical move I "liked" your comment.

[@OmgWtfTsuji]

Saying that Jason Knight was his mentor made me instantly like this guy. That dude is one of my favorite knifemakers

[@andrewlanford2378]

In a moment of intense déjà vu- dude said, "Jason Knight" in the video at the very same moment I read his name in your comment. 2spoopy4me bruh

[@rajeshroshan2877]

I greatly admire men like this, they've spent time and labour mastering their craft and creating a domain for themselves where they are the master.

[@KatotownUSA]

Great dude. I’m a chef and I’m a knife enthusiast. Quinton Middleton is one of my favorite guys in the world of food and cutlery. He makes astoundingly beautiful, insane quality knives

[@authenticjaes8641]

Damn, this dude knew he failed so many times...but he learned/improved from each mistake and became an absolute legend.

[@jambajoby32]

Exactly! That’s how you TRULY know your craft !!

[@galahadthe1st518]

Yeah, no one can nail something first try... It takes a lot of retries to perfect something

[@RByrne]

Really felt that when he was talking about his dad. I lost my father dec20 2017 and still can't believe he's gone

[@zakjackson2610]

Sorry for your loss, bro. 😔

[@bigblob1623]

This guy is amazing! I've been blacksmithing for decades and the ability to judge and control temperature that Mr. Middleton has are very hard to develop.

[@chirodiesel]

As a knife enthusiast, you eventually go down the rabbit hole of how they are made and likely wind up becoming obsessed with the entire production process. It just happens. I am one of those people. That being said, this man knows a lot about the knifemaking process and is a master Craftsman. His wonderful word economy in his explanation and narration would also hold up to even the most aggressive of knife pedants.

[@geinstein8407]

And then he ends up not know what Damascus steal is Damascus is a high carbon steal that make extremely small water wave like patters on the blade The high carbon gives that blade a higher chance of being a better blade, how ever sulfur impuritys can make the blade much more brittle Its not welding two steals together

[@matthewhall9692]

@@geinstein8407 How about before you criticize others you look at yourself first. It is spelled "STEEL" not "STEAL". What's worse is your comment has already been edited. I feel it is safe to conclude you are suffering from Dunning-Kreuger. He doesn't know what Damascus steel is, however he just created an impressive Damascus steel blade before your very eyes. What you are complaining about is a mere semantic issue and has no reflection on his craftsman abilities. It is likely due to him attempting to find a simple way (or example) on how the wave pattern can be achieved because if your brilliant mind didn't notice he was being interviewed and was given a spotlight to show his craft. He likely concluded there would be laypersons, unfamiliar with smithy jargon.

[@crisvega7588]

@@matthewhall9692 well said.

[@terrellbeast7369]

@@matthewhall9692 2nd!

[@terrellbeast7369]

@@crisvega7588 yup.

[@blazednlovinit]

I like his story about his dad and his crude knife, very touching. Love how he made a deadly tool at 7 years old, truly meant for this line of work.

[@engelwyre]

Great video! I'm an intermediate beginner knife maker (stock removal), Quintin's breakdown of the various steps makes this art accessible to anyone interested in pursuing it. It's great to see genuine, passionate people succeeding in doing what they love.

[@StuninRub]

He is a stock removal knife makers too if you watch the video. He doesn't forge out a knife.

[@aufaraldhani1147]

this guy be grindin modern warfare in shipment for days to unlock damascus knife

[@danihaddad358]

If only I was able to unlock it as fast as he made it

[@olefatcheeks4112]

@@danihaddad358 if only i could ahve COD MW to have it

[@bumblebee6686]

By smoke, while sliding! 🤣

[@YaBoi-cx8yu]

He makes the knives for the players lol

[@kalyatuwei6293]

Underrated

[@ltsBoxes]

I’ve been a fan of his knives for a while, glad to see him getting more recognition

[@TheLeonipangemanan]

What his name and what’s store name he own ?

[@andrewlanford2378]

@@TheLeonipangemanan His name is Stabby "Slash" McKnifington. His retail establishment is Slyce n Dyse CUTstom CUTlery.

[@geinstein8407]

And then he ends up not know what Damascus steal is Damascus is a high carbon steal that make extremely small water wave like patters on the blade The high carbon gives that blade a higher chance of being a better blade, how ever sulfur impuritys can make the blade much more brittle It has nothing to do with welding or mixing two metals together

[@dt2419]

@@geinstein8407 Everyone in knife-making knows what wootz Damascus is, he would too, we all still call pattern forge welded steel Damascus because it is easier for others outside of knife-making to understand(and get's views).

[@wnfernand]

In India there is a tribe of knife makers who live in tents and build their own furnace in the ground. They are nomadic and you can't find them stay in a place for more than a couple of months. They use the leaf springs from old trucks as base material for the knives. They have a traditional process for heating and shaping the knives. The knives they make have an exceptional cutting edge and they are handle very well.

[@kevinoconnor7439]

Beautiful knife! The difference is the love he puts into his craft.

[@evalynkazlauskas3819]

I just wanna spend a day with this dude and vibe with him while he’s making knives. His passion is so admirable. I’m so happy to see someone living a dream of theirs :)

[@shadrackosambula8558]

The 9:32 mark was the most fulfilling part of the video, I just love how the whole process just seemed to come together.

[@geinstein8407]

Sad that he knows nothing about Damascus at the end tho

[@acintron3Dmfg]

What a humble human being, we need more down to earth and highly skilled person like him.

[@al_constructor7313]

His knowledge and passion is what true craftsmanship is made of. I am buying his knives

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

His knowledge and passion are* ...

[@jeff_the_panda9034]

he’s that type of dude who everyone thinks is annoying but is actually the most humble and funniest guys you’ll meet in life

[@jashanestone]

✅✅✅

[@bobweiram6321]

Why would they think he is annoying?

[@jeff_the_panda9034]

@@bobweiram6321 people who comes off as annoying is super energetic and is just super friendly, ya I know that’s messed up but once you start watching him in the video and started getting to know him than he is what I said

[@BestKCL]

@@jeff_the_panda9034 bruh why you insulting him.

[@casualbeluga2724]

@@BestKCL he's not

[@gustavotorres3388]

This is the first 14 minute video on KZbin, that I sat and watched in full. Such a skilled man.

[@matthewgoodman7588]

Seeing masters at their craft is such a nice thing to observe.

[@SimonSaysTooMUCH]

What a wholesome watch, I love watching people who are passionate, geek out on their craft. Keep up the good work!

[@geinstein8407]

Its good to always be working with your hands and work on your craft But its bad saying your making one thing when you making something else He couldn't even say what Damascus steal is. It has nothing to do with two metals or welding Its a high carbon steal with a higher chance of being a better blade

[@byronreeves8607]

@@geinstein8407 Modern damascus steel is known industry wide as simply being pattern welded steel. Meanings can change and this is simply what it's called now rather people agrees with it or not.

[@elijandrosabayev]

That's definitely an art! What a pleasure watching a pro making his masterpiece! Such a dedication..

[@Vanguardkl]

One of the most interesting videos I've seen. A guy who is humble and funny but actually a genius. Aspiration

[@GoBigC]

Brother, I admire your craftsmanship, but I love your story. Praying for your success in all you do!

[@pt9502]

The personality on him is amazing, started looking to see if he post

[@robdobson5056]

This guy is a great storyteller and craftsman. Beautiful knife!

[@Golden_God_Untethered]

I love that he's turned his inner child into a career.

[@missSDW]

He's very charismatic! I loved listening to him talk about how to do this and his love for it! Get's you so excited to make stuff.

[@bjsreef6620]

You need your own KZbin channel. You are a master of your craft.

[@gumpotronic]

Watching Middleton Made Knives grow these past few years has been a fun ride. Seeing Lowcountry craftsmen do their thing continues inspiring the future of our great region.

[@aqueen1910]

There’s not a lot of Black and Brown folk in blacksmithing so I love to see this!

[@leightoncooke]

This man is a maestro. The passion he puts into his craft is awe inspiring.

[@chubbspeterson9546]

His mentor was ABS Jason Knight. No wonder this man has mad skills.

[@petertwiss356]

damn that knife is sick! That damascus pattern is so nice.

[@zeparanimo8191]

His first knife was like a wand... Filled with magic.

[@Ryan-zer000]

I really like how he gives a little bit of the technical details of each step in the process. It really shows his passion for the craft!

[@athenazoey5093]

when he said " my knives has own personality " This man is a Legend

[@EikottXD]

That makes him a LEGEND?

[@BestKCL]

@@EikottXD shh nonsensical hyperbole is fun

[@EikottXD]

@@BestKCL ok ok

[@corners3755]

I've been saying "set it and forget" for a while now because of those infomercials, so glad to hear someone else say it because so many people have no idea what im talking about. He use to get the whole crowd to say it.

[@CH-hh4mq]

Dude pulls out prison shank "My first knife"

[@udcaps]

haahhahahahah i was lookin for ya

[@ihaveasmallpenisbut5129]

@@udcaps hahahahahahaha

[@meiXshit]

Lmao my exact thoughts

[@RadDadisRad]

Saw that part and starting hunting the comments, wasn’t disappointed.

[@VidaDhierro91]

Thats one scary first knife 😬🤣🤣

[@ThisPageIntentionallyLeftBlank]

I would legit love to chill with this dude. He’s super into his craft and that in and of it self is such an important part of mastering anything. He has such a great personality

[@bousemaster3989]

now this man speaks a language i can understand. simple and easy to understand.

[@Dreadtheday]

This man is a gem. He is preserving history while also creating something new and absolutely desireable and beautiful. This is brilliant, so much respect. The wall fan in the background is in fallout 76. I buried my dad last year... So many feels.

[@ChristopherSparks]

This guy's a true professional, they say less 'you know', you know!

[@geinstein8407]

And then he ends up not know what Damascus steal is Damascus is a high carbon steal that make extremely small water wave like patters on the blade The high carbon gives that blade a higher chance of being a better blade, how ever sulfur impuritys can make the blade much more brittle

[@MSMETALBABY]

Man, I can definitely appreciate a true craftsman. Someone who is that passionate about their work.

[@nataliep6046]

Unlike all the knife making experts in the comments 🙄 I know nothing about knife making, this video was so satisfying to watch

[@Leobynight]

I thought I was the only one that noticed it lol

[@JR-xn6yu]

You're going to pay $1300 for a knife?

[@kol8214]

@@JR-xn6yu no

[@mphomokoena8835]

@@JR-xn6yu easily.....for us chefs our knives are like a gun to a soldier...don’t mind paying for the best..in my experience, chefs have at least 1 expensive knife in their set..

[@shadowsp8888]

Dude, you make your daddy proud my friend!!!! I've watched knives being made in Orlando Fl. Forgot the name of the knife maker but they are known nation wide and you are right with them! If not above !!! Bravo!

[@vladimirpia148]

Thaaa Maaan 👏👏👏 This guy has an Awesome personality like someone that everyone wants to hangout with, God Bless him 🙏💖🇳🇿😌

[@geinstein8407]

Just hate that he's filled with wrong info, could even got what Damascus steal is wrong

[@vladimirpia148]

@@geinstein8407 Whoa, well if you say so brother, but yes I absolutely agree if you're right 👍

[@esthermorgernstern5627]

OMG! Sir, you are amazing! You have to have your own channel. I could watch this video over and over. God Bless you and your family!

[@Thorn2669]

That blade is SWEET!!!!

[@minalove6582]

Wow,, a true artist! *Chefs kiss*😁

[@bankerdave888]

Nothing better than something one makes with one's own hands!

[@blessedgullah4096]

Great job Eatery for showcasing Quintin, excellent job. St. Stephens I see you. Watch out for his brother Chef Marcus too.

[@jonikoplo2962]

It's cool and all. But, will it KEEL??

[@iamyourrealdaddy745]

It will not keel.

[@bsgk-red]

LOL!! 😂😂

[@idrisie6720]

It will keel some seafood

[@northerners2828]

Lol..far out 😄

[@KatotownUSA]

Definitely. I’m a huge knife guy and Middleton’s knives are better than the majority of anyone who’s ever been on FIF

[@eatmoremusic3650]

I’ve been following him for years, total bad ass. Please more content from him

[@brejackal]

Pay this man his money...get him a KZbin Chanel.

[@tanberetO]

I love his passion. This is a man who is happy with his work and proud.

[@mrjothescholar1149]

Magnificent work, I'm a chef and I'd really love to get one of those beautiful knives, I mean seriously, the holy spirit itself told the guy "make chef knives"

[@nicodemusharding2310]

That part

[@tprime2702]

This guy understands welding. High enough voltage to hear that quiet sizzle, but enough time in place on the billet to penetrate the steel deeply and have time to build up so as to not create an imperfection in the forging process.

[@sschannel6922]

Dedication and perseverance makes perfect.

[@Lucky_Kounna]

it does yes

[@AkiraAlexisSoyra]

Nothing is perfect, it makes art...

[@galileoshift8330]

waow! authentic & rare mastersmith inspiring artist & i'm black & proud of mr Middleton

[@WOWS-KeDoG3]

IF you go to his business website, almost all of his knives are sold out and they aint cheap either. Man is making his dough and rightfully so!

[@bumblebee623]

This boy followed his dreams.. perfected it. Made a living of it. And continues to perfect it. The American dream

[@JaceOG]

This is where you know to buy your products if you want reliability and top quality, from a man who produces them as a passion and out of love for it

[@Rayzor714]

Your great attitude shines through in the truly great knives you create Mr. Middleton

[@Queve1000]

If you liked the video i recommend checking "The Birth Of A Tool. Part III. Damascus steel knife making" from NorthMen (Neeman Tools back then) you gonna love it.

[@nicholasmatuza728]

So much passion and attention to detail. This is fantastic.

[@mackcherryjr4987]

finally we have a fellow brother 👏🏿🙏🏽✊🏽

[@iblizzard7573]

Anyone with a passion like that is commendable.

[@sinful5372]

wow i just looked at his store and every single knife is sold out ,glad that his job is really popping.

[@faithsaid9108]

God be with you! I love the way you speak, and you make very good looking knives.

[@thebrokegirl]

That look on his face when he's talking about his knives.

[@adambombdon7798]

Thanks for all your hard work. As a chef, this speaks to my heart.

[@juiceplanet147]

Excellent job Q...your knives incredible 🔥. Ignore the goofy comments.✌🏻

[@Yuhabahhablast]

That dad part was cute. Glad to see him doing something he's passionate about!

[@captivesojourner]

When he spoke on his father i realized where his passion originated

[@edz2974]

The detail in the description of his work is outstanding. Beautiful work. I need this knife.

[@Damage_Inc]

This advertisement was highly effective

[@geinstein8407]

Not very effective to anyone who knows Damascus steal tho, it was basically a big red flag to stay away from he's products

[@royn.1968]

WOW!! Quentin, You are truly an artisan, and and artist! What a beautiful knife!!

[@theonlyari]

"Safety! safety! safety!" (uses nitrile gloves as welding gloves. Got it.

[@GG-hl2jt]

I was about to comment this exact thing 😂🤦🏻‍♂️

[@meatwad600]

And nothing covering his arms. Ultraviolet radiation from an arc is no joke.

[@abob2457]

Exactly

[@davidmiller9220]

Lol. I was going to post the same thing. He only needs to light a glove on fire once to never do it again.

[@DavidBasonic]

I guess all y'all have 18 years doing this.

[@davidelin89]

What an awesome glimpse into an exceptional artists craft! Absolute beauty and perfection! One of the best short films I've ever seen!

[@anniz_1707]

thats what the point of damascus

[@testtest-vh3gl]

Now I get it, this is why this guy sound so genuine and why he does not just claim random things. Its not his video or channel, he is not in it for the views and likes. No need to spice things up with lies then xD Great video!

[@justinhsu3253]

"BLADESMITHS!!! YOU HAVE ONLY 30 MINUTES LEFT!!!"

[@DwayneIsKing]

This dude is funny and takes his job very seriously. It's refreshing to see

[@kryjchek]

I'll admit that I've never done any blacksmithing, but isn't ceramic wool hazardous? Especially the way he just handles it and jams it into the forge "door"?

[@MrEazyE357]

I'm not sure but couldn't you just use rockwool instead? I know they sell it as artificial embers for gas fireplaces and it doesn't burn at all.

[@gideonwackers7693]

@@MrEazyE357 The issue is with the fibers of many of these ceramic wools being asbestos or asbestos-like

[@leonmorreti4414]

Thank you for making every damascus knife for us Cod Players🙏

[@maxair95]

Man builts his own knife from scratch and test it in his kitchen!

[@cthomas025]

My man pulling out the Ron Popeil rotisserie information "Set it and forget it" line. Amazing. I love this dude.

[@iamyourrealdaddy745]

Passion is the most important thing.

[@tomaszgalec864]

most important

[@originalmianos]

I'd probably say knowledge, skill and safety. He's good to go on one.

[@jeremiahramirez8915]

I'm starting to think that welders and blacksmiths are some of the coolest people in the world. my engineering teacher in high school was the coolest dude I've met and he loved teaching us how to weld and shape metal.

[@unidentifiedcreature2271]

*It will KeEeeEeEElLL!~

[@doobie3992]

Forge and fire

[@gdoeniroclippergod9977]

We need him on the show asap

[@colinsmith6116]

That's a lovely looking knife Quintin. A lot of skill has gone into making it...Well done.

[@gregoryteeple9306]

This man is an artisan craftsman. That kind of work is a religious experience. What a humble and amazing guy.

[@RenegadeRanga]

Quint seems like an awesome bloke and his knives look outstanding and I would be happy to own one. I can't help but appreciate the traditional art form and the way the Japanese make them.