WOOTZ steel from rusty springs-Forging a WAKIZASHI sword

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  • čas přidán 8. 09. 2024

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  • @fz-makingknives3663
    @fz-makingknives3663  Před 3 lety +172

    Thank you all for watching. We like and comment)

    • @rafibenavi4772
      @rafibenavi4772 Před 3 lety +6

      I want one...Now!!! 👍

    • @dgundeadforge17
      @dgundeadforge17 Před 3 lety +5

      how long does it take to melt the steel?

    • @ILOVEYOU-pt8vi
      @ILOVEYOU-pt8vi Před 3 lety +2

      Finally, it's inappropriate to do the old one. Don't do it again if you can next time

    • @user-qj9wf4wx1cel20
      @user-qj9wf4wx1cel20 Před 3 lety +1

      czcams.com/channels/Z08AKbOBuaQC0sh8hcI5nQ.html😔

    • @TheWolfster001
      @TheWolfster001 Před 3 lety +3

      @@dgundeadforge17 It's not just melting, it must remain liquid then very slowly harden.. Sad it is almost a lost art...

  • @rubendevereaux6086
    @rubendevereaux6086 Před 3 lety +5

    That is one of the baddest looking swords I have seen! The carbon fiber handle sets it off, that's so cool

  • @orangbiasa2686
    @orangbiasa2686 Před 2 lety +1

    the third time I watch this video as if I never get bored, I wish I could have it😂

  • @jkr3008
    @jkr3008 Před 3 lety +99

    The steel pattern turned out exceptionally well, it's simply beautiful.
    Hate carbon fittings, but it's a matter of taste.

    • @fz-makingknives3663
      @fz-makingknives3663  Před 3 lety +8

      👍

    • @Shroom_Lord666
      @Shroom_Lord666 Před 3 lety +3

      The carbon fittings and the tactical tanto kisaki are not my taste either. The hada turned out quite pretty indeed.

    • @hazratshaikh5545
      @hazratshaikh5545 Před 3 lety +10

      Im a complete carbon maniac but gotta say that carbon fibre composite does not go well with swords

    • @racing_mntage1584
      @racing_mntage1584 Před 3 lety +2

      @@hazratshaikh5545 woah dad is that you????

  • @BTheInstaller
    @BTheInstaller Před 2 lety

    Just FYI, I come to this channel to chill/zen out after I'm done with my videos 😆 thanks.

  • @Sandra-kd2ib
    @Sandra-kd2ib Před rokem +10

    This is not only a beautiful weapon, it's also a work of art.

  • @DanielRodriguez-qm4mh
    @DanielRodriguez-qm4mh Před 2 lety +1

    That is ONE VERY BEAUTIFUL BAD ASS SWORD. I WOULDN'T MIND HAVING ONE👍👍👍👍👋👋👋👋👋

  • @sambaggins2798
    @sambaggins2798 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you for showing how you did your Hamon. I have never seen or heard of anyone doing it with tape that way lol. Pretty darn ingenious. Loved the video.

  • @sotongh1
    @sotongh1 Před rokem +1

    beautiful.. and I like the carbon graphite look handle.. very updated looking..

  • @quentinhoffer5393
    @quentinhoffer5393 Před 3 lety +13

    Once again impressed wish I was a millionaire so I could buy all of your artwork

  • @silvershroud166
    @silvershroud166 Před rokem +2

    Just the fact that you didn't forge the curve into the blade, and you actually quenched it in like it's supposed to be 🙏🙌 Proper traditional Japanese Technique. My personal biggest pet peeve of any katana build I see. Edit: before anyone comments, yes, I know this is a wakizashi.

    • @handel1111
      @handel1111 Před 10 měsíci

      a lot of nihontos have pre quench forged curves

  • @seantwohig3692
    @seantwohig3692 Před 3 lety +29

    I would love to see a video on how you make your crucibles. Constantly having to buy them is cost prohibitive for me, and what you do is exactly what I want to do.

    • @jeremymolina8589
      @jeremymolina8589 Před 2 lety +1

      Yeah that part. How to make your crucible

    • @dustinlang4764
      @dustinlang4764 Před 2 lety

      Please how do you make crucibles I have a forge and want to make my own wootz but need crucibles

    • @fz-makingknives3663
      @fz-makingknives3663  Před 2 lety +1

      there is a detailed video on how we make our crucibles on patreon

    • @dustinlang4764
      @dustinlang4764 Před 2 lety

      @@fz-makingknives3663 thanks

  • @mgbrio5439
    @mgbrio5439 Před 9 měsíci

    It's just captivating to watch this guy do his magic from start on rusty pieces of metal to finish holding shiny gleaming pieces of work of art in form of knives.

  • @tonylyons5487
    @tonylyons5487 Před 3 lety +12

    This piece is just a work of art i love the way you go about every project

  • @user-zx5dw7up7c
    @user-zx5dw7up7c Před 2 lety +1

    عاشت الأيادي.. انا من العراق..
    عمل رائع.. لهذا سوف اتابعك واعطيك اعجابك ب عملك

  • @tvalabambula3226
    @tvalabambula3226 Před 3 lety +5

    Очень крутой профессионализм. Ну, и операторская работа и монтаж тоже впечатляют. Спасибо.

  • @baphoreart7573
    @baphoreart7573 Před 3 lety +2

    I actually was really sceptical about the wootz part, but you actually went and did it. Hats off to you. Great video, cheers!

  • @kbye5323
    @kbye5323 Před 3 lety +15

    Thank you so much for informing us what the powders and materials are that you add. I’ve always wondered what they were. Amazing work as usual!

  • @johnhague5155
    @johnhague5155 Před rokem

    It is so cathartic to watch and artist do what they do best.

  • @neilpetersen5287
    @neilpetersen5287 Před 3 lety +65

    I would love to see some performance testing. Your skills are next level my friend. Keep it up

    • @czarekp3552
      @czarekp3552 Před 3 lety +7

      sorry to break it to you, but crap metal in, crap blade out

    • @williamblennlid5432
      @williamblennlid5432 Před 3 lety +9

      What do you mean by crap metal, the sword was forged with high carbon cruicible steel. Japanese Tamahagane is quite simmilar and behaves in about the same way.

    • @prameswarabrata2349
      @prameswarabrata2349 Před 3 lety +7

      It will keel

    • @czarekp3552
      @czarekp3552 Před 3 lety +3

      @@williamblennlid5432 High carbon steel is brittle, that's why it's wrapped in lower carbon steel for flexibility

    • @the1andonlySherlock
      @the1andonlySherlock Před 3 lety +6

      @@czarekp3552 I definitely wouldn't call springs crap metal

  • @mikebennet7697
    @mikebennet7697 Před 2 lety +2

    There's something very interesting about watching those impurities flake off the surface of the steel as it becomes pure.
    Amazing.

  • @aminariffin8510
    @aminariffin8510 Před 3 lety +3

    First time seing water pattern damascuss katana, hope wont be the last. Btw, that is one great piece of art.

  • @romio-kun1680
    @romio-kun1680 Před 3 lety +1

    Se enfrió mi comida por ver esto pero no me arrepiento, el vídeo que chido más lo que hiciste 10/10

  • @thomasslikkers253
    @thomasslikkers253 Před 3 lety +4

    I count myself fortunate to own 2 of your knives! This is just outstanding work! Truly admire the work, attention to detail and the entire process. Well done

  • @BuddWolf
    @BuddWolf Před 2 lety +2

    All I can say is “😳👍🏼WOW!!!”

  • @ZoMichael-a
    @ZoMichael-a Před 3 lety +6

    Wootz steel is a very strong steel and has very nice pattern when forged into swords. Tipu Sultan's sword was forged from Wootz steel. It's so beautiful

    • @fz-makingknives3663
      @fz-makingknives3663  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks 👍

    • @Nature_Wildlife369
      @Nature_Wildlife369 Před 3 lety

      That is the original damascus steel which was invented in India and was exported to Syria on early ages when discovered.

    • @killerpro6982
      @killerpro6982 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Nature_Wildlife369 right , its known as "Ukku" in South India

  • @robertyoung5748
    @robertyoung5748 Před 2 lety +1

    I especially liked your heat treatment

  • @Divine_Serpent_Geh
    @Divine_Serpent_Geh Před 3 lety +3

    Old school temper over the coals. Love it! Just like old Japanese smiths did.

  • @KrispyBizcut
    @KrispyBizcut Před rokem

    In the past 10 years I have watched thousands of swords being made... this one is most definitely in my top 5, if not my most favorite!!!! Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful sword my dude!!! Carbon fiber... who woulda thought!!!

  • @philmcglen6194
    @philmcglen6194 Před 3 lety +9

    Amazing!! This is one of my favourite knives or swords of all time! Not just from your channel but altogether. Absolutely awesome!

  • @xSamWaynex
    @xSamWaynex Před 2 lety +2

    I wasn't sure at first about the carbon fiber being used for the guard and habaki, but in the end it turned out beautifully. Nice job.

  • @melmel1071
    @melmel1071 Před 3 lety +31

    My only quarrels were to please use water when cutting and sanding the carbon down 😭 that stuff in dust form is so dangerous, I sincerely hope you were also wearing a mask :,) stay safe

  • @ashbrown-ko5pr
    @ashbrown-ko5pr Před rokem

    Because of you, I want to make myself a wootz sword now! You, you are a master.

  • @fredrichardson9761
    @fredrichardson9761 Před 3 lety +20

    That is amazing! That also looked like an unbelievable amount of work! I have always wanted to see a larger wootz blade on your channel - the outcome is so impressive and of course that includes the handle. It would be really interesting to know what the properties of your wootz steel are like - the history and mystery around wootz is just so deep. I also wish I understood more of the steps in your technique - I mean aside from the secret recipe of course! Thank you for adding those captions!

  • @Kratos_God_of_50_BMG
    @Kratos_God_of_50_BMG Před 2 lety +1

    I like how you made it unique and not "traditionally" like everyone feels obligated to. Well done 😁👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @arczipl9221
    @arczipl9221 Před 3 lety +4

    i love your feed and thanks for writing what you add to this container ❤️🔥👌💪

  • @sara4917
    @sara4917 Před 2 lety +1

    Splendida, come tutti i tuoi lavori !!!

  • @singingtoad
    @singingtoad Před 3 lety +7

    Such an absolute work of functional art. Beautifully done!

  • @salvatoteferraioli6784

    Bella lama.
    Competenze nel fondere e forgiare il metallo.
    Abilità eccelsa nella tempra con la pasta in modo da dare durezze dovere
    Il tocco di classe.... Il pisolino per bloccare l'impugnatura senza usare colle ipossiliche...
    Meriti un bel 💯

  • @genemcdonald6903
    @genemcdonald6903 Před 2 lety +8

    Truly a work of art, something to be handed down for generations to enjoy. Thank you

  • @robertyoung5748
    @robertyoung5748 Před 2 lety +1

    Nicely done!

  • @TheCenturion8404
    @TheCenturion8404 Před 3 lety +6

    Love the work, I really like and appreciate the narrative of what you put into the crucible. Ideas, tomahawk head and hunting spear head

  • @draculafire4870
    @draculafire4870 Před 3 lety +1

    I told you, you are the god of blacksmiths👍👍👍💪💪

  • @nofacenothing
    @nofacenothing Před 3 lety +3

    I would love to have the space to do this man you're living the life making these. Thanks. It gives me inspiration daily.

  • @jean-philippetariol6393
    @jean-philippetariol6393 Před 2 lety +1

    Tu me régale mec. De voir au résultat où tu arrive avec du matériel que tout le monde peut avoir sans se ruiner ! Franchement, félicitations tu es un chef !

  • @Ordinary-drummer
    @Ordinary-drummer Před 3 lety +3

    That’s a work of art ! Very nice,it’s beautiful. I’ll take one lol.

  • @muhammedkarademir7517
    @muhammedkarademir7517 Před 3 lety +2

    I love wootz steel and your chanel thank you. Love from Turkey🇹🇷

  • @the1andonlySherlock
    @the1andonlySherlock Před 3 lety +19

    Could you do a more detailed video showing how your crucibles are made?

  • @fourkings7897
    @fourkings7897 Před 2 lety +1

    "Springs, it comes in all shape and size, except the one you needed."
    -ThisOldTony

  • @nevamind68t23
    @nevamind68t23 Před 3 lety +4

    Very cool 👍🏾
    Cheers from Queensland Australia 🖐🏾

  • @cracknoir8397
    @cracknoir8397 Před 2 lety

    WoW amazing blacksmith skills never know when there needed if the world turn post apocalyptic

  • @SokSambathComedy
    @SokSambathComedy Před 3 lety +15

    Best Skill Man

  • @user-jm7zx9vf4t
    @user-jm7zx9vf4t Před 2 lety

    อาวคนนี้ เก่งดีขนาดย่อครับ ใต้เครื่องมือได้สุดยอดแต๊ๆครับ

  • @noneyabidness9644
    @noneyabidness9644 Před 3 lety +6

    Lost the temper on several spots along the edge. An oven temper cycle would have been cheaper, easier and with better results on a smaller piece like that.
    Still, looks nice. Earned my sub.

  • @mattbarrett41
    @mattbarrett41 Před 2 lety +1

    I was very pleased to watch your technique. Many bladesmiths harden then sharpen. I never saw the logic of working hardened steel. All of my work I use your approach of fully working the metal then hardening.

  • @mrfochs
    @mrfochs Před 3 lety +5

    12:35 - RIP headphone users who got lulled into a sense of calm... BAM jigsaw at 90db!

  • @VipHonolulu
    @VipHonolulu Před 3 lety +1

    THIS MAN IS A MASTER OF STEEL!!!
    Imagine what he can do with good metal!

  • @syncringe1885
    @syncringe1885 Před 3 lety +7

    So I have a question that I'm starting to ask random smiths... How relaxing would you say blacksmithing is?

    • @RafinhaEspadachim
      @RafinhaEspadachim Před rokem

      Então, é muito bom... A gente se diverte bastante forjando alguma coisa. Ainda mais quando ela fica pronta. Eu já chorei quando terminei minha katana

    • @jacobbrewer1391
      @jacobbrewer1391 Před rokem

      It is definitely my
      "zen time". Extremely relaxing.

  • @sfskills
    @sfskills Před 3 lety +1

    This job is very skillful

  • @ryanshaw3543
    @ryanshaw3543 Před 3 lety +3

    Dang! That blade is stunning my friend

  • @gurvinderkau1e5w18
    @gurvinderkau1e5w18 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow!!!!! Wakizakhi look liller. Always impressed with your skills . 👍👍🔥🔥🔥

  • @sohrab3637
    @sohrab3637 Před 3 lety +9

    Amazing job ! Hardest parts looks so easy because of your high skills.
    And i'm still waiting for Nodachi ...

  • @kancillicin1244
    @kancillicin1244 Před 3 lety

    hello I'm from Indonesia,, your work is very good and perfect

  • @user-iu3mm8iu9g
    @user-iu3mm8iu9g Před 3 lety +3

    Фантастическая работа!

  • @vinceianni4026
    @vinceianni4026 Před 3 lety +1

    Just beautiful mister FZ

  • @harrykerala2048
    @harrykerala2048 Před 3 lety +3

    Beautiful work 💖💖👍🏼

  • @JJGuccione
    @JJGuccione Před rokem

    A fantastic interpretation of a classic wakizashi with contemporary appointments. Brilliant work FZ.

  • @charlesjmouse
    @charlesjmouse Před 3 lety +6

    Amazing!!!
    Not only great craftsmanship but to have to the understanding of your materials to seemingly pull off both 'difficult' and 'lost' arts using modern materials and techniques is just spectacular!
    Was this 'Wootz' a happy accident or did you know the springs you used had the correct constituents? Maybe I am missing the point..?

    • @polishmachine8303
      @polishmachine8303 Před 3 lety

      Sippp

    • @jonnylawless6797
      @jonnylawless6797 Před 2 lety

      Wootz has been around for at least 2,000 years, it's kinda like Damascus steel before it was Damascus. Kind of.

  • @theunslinkable
    @theunslinkable Před 3 lety +1

    The new editing work didn't go unnoticed. Niccccce

  • @НеразгаданныеТайны

    Очень красиво и технологично!

    • @lazybigboy
      @lazybigboy Před 3 lety +3

      Привет

    • @fz-makingknives3663
      @fz-makingknives3663  Před 3 lety +6

      Привет

    • @user-us3og8sn2m
      @user-us3og8sn2m Před 3 lety +3

      Бля, ты чо несешь? Жалкое подобие! Там ничего от вакидзаси ВАЩЕ!

    • @webbandido3074
      @webbandido3074 Před 3 lety +2

      sim amigo

    • @user-hc4ch5ft2g
      @user-hc4ch5ft2g Před 3 lety +1

      @@user-us3og8sn2m Мне ещё кажется ручки он везде не совсем надёжные делает

  • @aetherseraph
    @aetherseraph Před 2 lety +1

    The hamon on the wootz is exceptional...

  • @daredevilo7255
    @daredevilo7255 Před 3 lety +8

    for future reference if you decide to make more japanese inspired weaponry, you should always clay and quench the blade as one of the final steps before polishing and should never sand it afterwards lest you lose your hamon line

  • @thomasnielsen8904
    @thomasnielsen8904 Před 3 lety +1

    And what is that delightful music at the end 🙏🏻

  • @ryryr7
    @ryryr7 Před 3 lety +10

    Another really good/great vid/ blade! I Enjoy your projects and insights to your project. Having asked about your wootz formula before, just wondering if you are planning on a more detailed video? I like either real time or a corner clock showing real time for perspective and clarity. Just an idea/suggestion. I think It helps to show how much goes into something like this. 4⭐️ btw

  • @poheison
    @poheison Před 2 lety

    saya jua pandai besi tradisional dari Indonesia
    menurut saya anda punya keahlian pengalaman yang luar biasa maju terus salam satu profesi

  • @angelgil5558
    @angelgil5558 Před 3 lety +3

    Gran trabajo, me encanta, enhorabuena

  • @user-zg9ct5nh1c
    @user-zg9ct5nh1c Před 2 lety +1

    nice sword. nice carbon

  • @taixhouren1305
    @taixhouren1305 Před 3 lety +10

    cool sword but i feel the tang inside the hilt is too short but overall amazing work

  • @ryanfuentes5443
    @ryanfuentes5443 Před 2 lety

    Wow what a nice samurai, I wish I have that kind of samurai but I do have enough money to buy that.

  • @packerbacker9109
    @packerbacker9109 Před 3 lety +1

    Who would dislike such art? Great work!!

  • @KingCobra66
    @KingCobra66 Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent Wakizashi sword to pair with your Bokuto knife. The hamon didn't show up as much as I hoped, but awesome without it.

  • @senerbilici7421
    @senerbilici7421 Před 3 lety +2

    Good job 👌😊I am in the metal smelting process. I use boron powder + iron powder + glass, the result is great

  • @Roman29.01.S
    @Roman29.01.S Před rokem +1

    вітаю, гарний WAKIZASHI.Вподобайка

  • @hamidputrapasundan
    @hamidputrapasundan Před 2 lety +1

    Good..
    Salam Dari Ketapang Kalimantan Barat Indonesia.
    🙏

  • @davidlargen6945
    @davidlargen6945 Před 3 měsíci

    Beautiful work

  • @ronaldosanjuan2398
    @ronaldosanjuan2398 Před rokem

    I'll give this work a 10/10 rating :-)

  • @georgeeremadze1559
    @georgeeremadze1559 Před 2 lety +1

    very nice sword. nice job.

  • @ironmountainblades582
    @ironmountainblades582 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice work!

  • @stephenjohnson6841
    @stephenjohnson6841 Před rokem

    What an epic sword. At guest I questioned the whole carbon fiber. You made it look amazing! Thanks for sharing!

  • @SupaDad2012
    @SupaDad2012 Před 3 lety +2

    I'm haven't even seen the rough forge yet and I'm feeling the response to feedback.
    Well played OP

  • @yosam1ty
    @yosam1ty Před 2 lety +1

    I was unsure about the carbon fiber handle, but you really pulled it off. This sword looks like something Snake Eyes would use. 👌

  • @Habitual_Liar
    @Habitual_Liar Před 3 lety +1

    Great content. Amazing skills. NO shameless plugs for hitting the like button or subscribing. No meaningless talking, just visual eye candy. New Subscriber here. 😎

  • @Charlielizard
    @Charlielizard Před 3 lety +1

    Love to watch ingots made with wootz steel. Excellent video and a high quality blade. She is beautiful. 👍👍👍

  • @Huntrezz
    @Huntrezz Před 3 lety

    He always make something beyond my imagination 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️🤤🤤🤤💯💯💯 , last video i ask him to make Tanto blade but in this video he make whole Ninja sword , what a masterpiece

  • @stephenhenning3576
    @stephenhenning3576 Před 3 lety +1

    Great work

  • @paultrush6497
    @paultrush6497 Před 2 lety

    Gorgeous and now one of my favorite👍

  • @yus6006
    @yus6006 Před 3 lety +1

    Gorgeous blade .. i love that you involved the carbon fiber... Making it more exquisite...

  • @AminulIslam-cp7ei
    @AminulIslam-cp7ei Před 3 lety

    Thanx u make a wakizashi as I requested. New materials and new technique for hamon creation. Excellent outcome.

  • @vrcreation4383
    @vrcreation4383 Před 3 lety +1

    Great work 👌

  • @TuanPham.686
    @TuanPham.686 Před 3 lety +1

    Xem thích quá, muốn có luôn một con. Tuyệt vời !👌🤙