Forging an amazing mosaic damascus Viking sword

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This is my build for the Viking Challenge! I'll be forging an amazing mosaic damascus viking sword!
Neels Van Den Berg: @ / blackdragonforge
Neels' Damascus Pattern: www.blackdragonforge.com/prod...
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[@TyrellKnifeworks]

What did you think of this build? I ran out of time for the scabbard, but if you're going to be at Blade show in June, it will be complete for that. Come by and take a look!

[@joshh65]

You’re a legend dude. Creative, great execution and spin on the prompt

[@krissteel4074]

I think you're an absolute madman. That was something else and definitely creeping into master smith territory.

[@blackmetalpilgrim]

The graphics really helped out for those ,me, that have limited mosaic know how but all that work ,Jesus. Well done

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@joshh65thanks for watching!! ❤

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@krissteel4074thanks, Kris!! ❤️

Really appreciate the graphics of the patterns. Makes it easier to follow the process.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I’m glad the graphics are helpful! Thanks for watching

[@Horus2Osiris]

The graphics really helped me wrap my mind around your pattern design forging process... Bloody heck! 🤯

[@theobaldvonthorhausen3049]

@@TyrellKnifeworks it is amazing very cool idea, sometimes if it is just hand sketched in the beinggining it is difficult to follow, super approachable

[@philmcglen6194]

That is the first time I've ever seen someone show how much steel you lose to scale, etc. That's bloody amazing how much waste there is! Appreciate those little things! Thank you.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It was the first time I’ve done it too. It was surprising to me even. Thanks for watching.

[@andreacapani2170]

Well consider that damascus forging make a lot of scales. This was a kind of tldamascudls that left even a lot more due to the many steps needed, also since he had do do more heat than "needed" (due to him having a relatively small forge) it led to even more scales.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@andreacapani2170 the scale that came off during the last step from multiple heats is pretty inconsequential to the total volume of scale. The vast majority was from forging the Damascus itself, not from drawing out the sword.

[@philmcglen6194]

@@andreacapani2170 makes absolutely zero sense 🤦‍♂️

[@joeledwards6587]

@@TyrellKnifeworks are we getting a damascus blade entirely from the scale? lol

[@deviousdave1]

your such an insparation, iam a young blacksmith(12 yrs) i love making knives, and you are soooooo good at it, thanks for awsome videos, i could not have became as good as i am without your videos😀😀😀😀😀😀. btw i liked my own comment XD

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Dave! I love hearing from young makers and I’m honored to have inspired you. Keep at it! ❤️

[@jo_nathan_nation6544]

You should check out Alec Steele, if you haven’t already. He is in his mid 20’s now but he started when he was about your age.

[@dankaczor8965]

That is a really cool mosaic pattern. The Damascus hilt pieces were a nice touch, although the pommel is a little small compared to other historical pieces but the shape is quite accurate. Overall I like it. Great job on this one.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out! Please remember to vote!

[@Lucas_Dust]

Great, amazing work!! The mosaic makes the blade look beautifully carved, as if ancient magic was cast on it.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! I tried to endow it with as much magic as possible! 😜

[@Horus2Osiris]

Have you Named it yet...?

[@random-riley]

As I've said on the past, I love the fact that you put the pattern formation during the steps during the build. It makes the whole process of watching what you do and the outcome so much better. So please never stop putting in that extra effort that makes the video so much more informational

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Everyone loves the graphics so I’ll certainly keep going with them. Thanks for following the channel!

[@RedBeardOps]

Man that's a ton of steel! Awesome Damascus work there! I'm loving the use of the SGA for the distal tapering.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It was hard because the sword is twice the length of my SGA so math was involved. 😉. Thanks for watching!

[@The_Kirk_Lazarus]

This is easily the most complex forge I've seen yet. Simply amazing.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@ginojeffries4285]

So today I watched this on my 55” tv. Much better. Love watching a master work

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in, Gino!

[@ryand5436]

I always watch the full video, but even so I'm still absolutely blown away when you show the finished product. Wow. Just wow!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for following the channel! ❤️

[@DrDaveSalisburyPhDMBA]

That.. IS and amazing piece of functional art!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look, Dave! ❤️🙏. Please remember to vote!

[@jimtaylor6663]

What an amazing piece of art! The mosaic pattern is incredible. You really outdid yourself this time Denis. And I can't believe how much steel is lost to scale. It's crazy. Long live the jackfruit!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yeah, I was surprised it was that much scale and offcuts as well! Those jackfruits are tough. 😜. Thanks for watching, Jim!

[@philipbower8718]

Just when I think you can't top previous build you go and smash it out the park epic 👍

[@davidanstice]

The most incredible sword I’ve ever seen! You are a national treasure. Thank you for being you. Keep doing what you do and do more of it!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, David! I appreciate you checking it out!

[@paulhoke4978]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing the pattern details and the other details (final polish, etc).

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I’m glad you like it. Thanks for watching, Paul!

[@glebtcheslavski1085]

It is a seriously, absolutely amazing piece! Congratulations, Dennis!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! Please remember to vote!

[@omnomshibob]

I'm off to watch the others now but holy moly they're gonna have to work hard to beat this!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

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[@BlackBeardProjects]

Well 10:37 That's a clever way of surfacing something long. I need to keep this trick in mind for when I'll have one! 🤣 Epic pattern. On such a long blade too, real impressive! The star on the pommel nut is also sick. Congratulations!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks, Gader! I appreciate use you checking it out!

[@Lil-Bear82]

Yet another fine piece of work-Well done!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out! ❤️

[@OGfrenchy1986]

Absolutely epic!!! Thanks for all the fun and entertainment of these “challenges “ !!! Love watching everyone and what they come up with!!! Absolutely amazing stuff! Thanks Denis! 👊

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@chrisarnold7945]

Man. That is a beautiful piece. Very well done. The pattern came out really well. The cross guard, handle, and pommel all fit that blade very nicely.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! Don’t forget to vote! 🙏

[@redwolfknives3174]

Absolutely stunning work Denis! Amazing! Gorgeous build!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Ben! ❤️

[@fishnd]

Outstanding! Beautiful work, both sword and video.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers! Make sure to vote!

[@battlefrog12]

I always get so excited when I get on and see a new full build video! Looks absolutely amazing!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for following the channel! ❤️

[@TheRich4187]

That pattern is insane!
Love the look of it. Good luck!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@AndrewShore-up2et]

Amazing work! Your pieces never fail to amaze me.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching, Andrew!

[@stevesomers7366]

Incredible work! Awesome!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look, Steve!

[@JaviAirwraps]

This is definitely the most beautiful end product I've ever seen from a damascus sword build on youtube! Hella nice work on this ⭐⭐⭐🌟🌟🌟🌗

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you tuning in ‘

[@MarkGesswein]

That is an INCREDIBLE pattern! Much respect for all the work that went into this build. I'm going to have to have you make one of these for me some day...

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Just reach out via my website. Thanks for watching, Mark!

[@dedede9664]

my favourite channel. Thank you, master, for sharing your work

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching

[@bacchus_builds]

Impeccable work, as always. I really enjoyed watching this one come to life, and seeing your process.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you checking it out n

[@jerryjohnson4618]

Spectacular Viking Sword 😮

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in, Jerry!

[@stephenjohnson6841]

That is another truly epic piece Dennis! Thank you once again!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking this one out, Stephen! ❤️. Please remember to vote!

[@bobbyvjones2045]

That is a BEAUTIFUL sword!! One of best builds I've watched.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in, Bobby!

[@brysonalden5414]

Congrats on another beautiful build.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Bryson! Please remember to vote! 🙏

[@noahbloomberg2561]

Great video and build man! That thing came out amazing.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out, Noah! ❤️

[@user-cz7wr7px7s]

This is an incredible beauty!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@robertk-qn6mg]

wow, that came out nice! great job. The contrast between the blade and handle work matched awesome. Good luck! I almost feel sorry for your competition! I haven't seen their work yet, but it was awesome that you took the time to make sure everyone is known.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checkout out this build, Robert! Be sure to vote! 😉

[@joshsickles1163]

Very nice work! That damascus is amazing!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out, Josh!

[@patrickargos8411]

Wow... amazing... it looks like an legendary sword! Thx from Germamy, for this amazing Work! You are a real Master of forging.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching, Patrick!

[@kenfaulkner5544]

I am so in awe of what you can do with Damascus. You make it look so easy, but I have seen enough forging on CZcams to have some indication of how much skill this requires. I hope you will have this sword at Blade Show Atlanta because it is even better in person.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yes, it will certainly be at the table at Blade! Stop by and say hi, Ken

[@f.b.jeffers0n]

What a piece of art!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

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[@gregoryhillman1284]

Looks Great.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching, Gregory.

[@rebelyell1970]

Man you killed it again! Awesome build and video.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you tuning in!

[@efrenrodriguez3121]

Absolutely stunning blade Denis! Magnificent work!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you checking it out

[@armageddonoutdoors439]

Great work Dennis. That pattern is amazing. I enjoyed seeing the you weigh the scale taken off. It shocked me on just how much weight is lost.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

It shocked me too! Thanks for watching n

[@armageddonoutdoors439]

@@TyrellKnifeworks I’m looking forward to seeing what you bring to Blade Atlanta. I can’t believe it’s such a short time away.

[@hungarianhillbilly4144]

Absolutely amazing work.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!❤️

[@hungarianhillbilly4144]

@@TyrellKnifeworks What does something like that cost? Moreover, do you sell any of the blank Damascus steel?

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Sorry, I don’t sell raw Damascus billets. This sword will be in the $10k range. Thanks for watching.

[@Flurdaman]

Beautiful sword! Appreciate the scale demo too. I've been curious about that!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I was even surprised how much there was. Thanks for watching.

[@Danbatio]

Madness!
Thats an incredible pattern. Thank you for the graphics so we can undestand better the process.
I think there will be a tight duel between your sword and Black Beard's one.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build!

[@lukeshervey4849]

Incredible work mate.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look, Luke!

[@jamieparslow-williams7567]

One of the best I have seen to date, you are a master of your craft.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

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[@TheDarkStigmataVA]

Oh my goodness! It's so beautiful.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

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[@cristianmunteanu8765]

Wow! Amaizing work! 🎉🎉🎉

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching, Cristian!

[@SilentPartner79]

Crushed it again. Beautiful build.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build!

[@Vel0cir]

Best damascus pattern I've seen in this challenge!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

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[@UweCaspart]

I really like ur designs. Simple but eyepleasing

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you so much 🙂. Please remember to vote!

[@alexandrerosa7023]

I've seen the final job, before see this wonderful video. You're really an artist. Thanks so much to share your work.👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Alexandre. I appreciate you watching.

[@jchart]

Beautiful pattern!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! 😊

[@InTheDarknessWhereIDwell]

Mesmerizing process. Mesmerizing blade. This is Art. Love it!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you very much! ❤️

[@cae2487]

Great job Denis! Been listening to the podcast and it's great to see the finished product. It turned out beautifully.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks a bunch! I appreciate you listening and watching.

[@cae2487]

@@TyrellKnifeworks also before I forget you deserve a big ol congratulations 🎊. Hitting that retirement and being able to put more time into a craft you love has got to be an awesome feeling. I think I've got 25-30 more years left myself lol

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@cae2487 thanks!

[@danieldurkton2942]

Beautiful !!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you, Daniel! I appreciate you tuning in!

[@redfeather4452]

Gorgeous~🗡 Your techniques and equipment are masterful**

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in! 🙏

[@sinisterthoughts2896]

Holy crap! That's beautiful!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@artist2170]

Wowww! Amazing work!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@WhatsaTsurt]

That Damascus pattern is absolutely stunning. Thats a beautiful sword

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out! ❤️

[@Horus2Osiris]

Remember to vote for your favorite, hint, hint...

[@nilshansen6396]

Awesome Work

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@Yousoundvaxxed]

Amazing as usual!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@PJTForging]

That is a staggeringly beautiful pattern! What a sword. Amazing work my guy. 🤘

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks, Phil! I’ll be getting through all the videos tonight and tomorrow. 👍

[@jeremyjackson2159]

Always love your work.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@TonySeverioKnives]

Came out great man. Love the pattern! She’s a bigun!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks, Tony! I’ll be bingeing all the videos later today.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Great build. The mosaic looks awesome.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks, JP! I'm off to watch some of the other builds now!

[@mmmmm9138]

Super! Thanks

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@jaredsnowman1626]

Great job forging you’re doing an amazing job with anything that you forge

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much!

[@richardbranton190]

I don't know how many times I've said this but you keep out doing yourself over and over. Fantastic work my friend 👍 I'll be seeing it at blade show

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in, Richard! This one will definitely be at Blade show. 😉

[@YYCEyeGuyGord]

Man that blade looks phenomenal!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out! ❤️

[@jamesperkins9833]

Beautiful build!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look, James!

[@heathenhedgemonkey2419]

That's a beautiful sword! 😮

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@turanggalazuardi5886]

beautiful work as always

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking this one out!

[@user-wx3wx5vy3q]

This one was the best

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@claudio6164]

Perfect work congratulations friend

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much, Claudio! Remember to vote!

[@franks4973]

I particularly like you explanation and graphic of the patterns you are trying to achieve. Funny while watching I was wondering how much steel you lose to scale and then you answered that. Thanks.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking out this build!

[@icecarecompany]

WHAT A BEAUTY!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@ACiDFiRE]

I trust you will be successful in your endeavor. The sword is indeed a remarkable piece of craftsmanship.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@Smallathe]

Amazing indeed!!!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thank you! Cheers! ❤️

[@paykore45]

this is definitely a contender for best blade you've ever made.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I really like the pattern on this one. Please remember to vote! 🙏

[@Horus2Osiris]

Those other boys made some cool stuff, but this was a whole 'nother level with the pattern Damascus. Watching some of those other power hammers making Goliath macaroni bananas had me in pain; I had to go back after all done watching all the other entrants and watch your video again to restore Order, Beauty, and Perfection to my Mind. Thank you for taking the trouble to do that. It strengthens my Faith in Humanity. Wow!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

@@Horus2Osiristhanks so much! ❤

[@NolansKnives]

HOLY MOLLY😦😦 That is appositely stunning! Awesome job! Definitely has to be one of the coolest blades i’ve seen!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you tuning in. Be sure to vote!

[@NolansKnives]

@@TyrellKnifeworks I got you!

[@tonymessina9382]

It looks amazing and I just watched BlackBeards and he isn't playing around. Alot of talented Blacksmiths/knife makers out on CZcams

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Soo many amazing builds on this one! The viewer submissions are top notch too. Thanks for watching, Tony. Remember to vote!

[@dominicdwk]

Masterpiece.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for watching, Domimic! Please remember to vote!

[@seepagemuck7793]

So sick!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@MrAndrew1400]

Awesome blade dude !

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@jodydixon1382]

Beautiful damascus sword. Really enjoy your videos and watching your very quick progress over a short period. You have gift. One thing that I think would be great to know about these competition builds is the approximate cost in materials, abrasives and time? Seems to be a perspective that isn't often discussed for some reason.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

This one is about $500 in materials. It's about $200 just in the steel, plus the gold, sharkskin, consumables like propane, electricity, abrasives, wax, oil, wood, etc. The biggest cost of course is the labor. At about 80 hours of labor or more (and that's not minimum wage labor), that's where the majority of the cost comes from. Thanks for watching.

[@bukamatatv6559]

NICE SWORD!!! 😂👍⭐⭐⭐

[@rhodie33]

Gorgeous

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for taking a look!

[@bahur47]

awesome sword , awesome video and thank you for converting tp metric units :)

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in! 🙏

[@thedesertskunk]

Loved seeing the waste weighed out, I'm always curious about that.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I was even surprised how much there was! Thanks for watching

[@GreenBeetle]

Great pattern!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for checking it out, Steve! ❤️

[@the_sharp_carpenter]

That pattern came out very crisp 👌

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

I was very happy with it. Thanks for watching. 🙏

[@907jl]

Incredible!

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Thanks for tuning in! ❤️

[@theriversexperience9383]

Thats badass! The amount of waste is nuts! Great Job Dennis.

[@TyrellKnifeworks]

Yeah, I was even surprised by the amount of waste. 😳. Thanks for watching, Erick. I’ll be bingeing all the videos tonight/tomorrow.