FORGING Damascus From STEEL CABLE: Primitive Dagger, Boot/Neck Knife, Bladesmithing And Knifemaking
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- čas přidán 24. 09. 2020
- Today I'm forging a double edged dagger from steel cable!
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This was prolly one of the cooler builds back in the day. It was fun
Beauty boot knife
I love how you went from sprinkling the flux to just straight up pouring it on
couple of tips 1 before you twist it get it up to forge welding temp and tap it on the ground to open it up just a bit flux it up and twist it it gets a lot of the inclusions out of it and then you want to twist it at least 2 times then use a hand hammer on the first weld and turn it in the direction of the twist to tighten it then you can draw it out
Just what I was going to say
@@Arcainmech2 me too
The BEST knife Channel in the world.
Looks great.
That tip on twisting the cable tighter probably something I wouldn't have thought of, but seriously makes a lot of sense 👍
Finally somebody explains what you're putting on the steel for one and what the borax actually does to the steel.
Thank you very much for explaining that I have been asking on forging channels for quite some time now.
So again thank you very much I appreciate it.
When cleaning the cable, after welding the ends you should actually open the cable up by untwisting it and then flexing then twisting it tighter, this gets the flux into the center bits and helps clean the cabel
it looks soooo good
This was a cool project. Thanks for taking us along for the ride!
Thanks for watching!
Black tape works just fine to hold the ends together when you cut it
Masterpiece, thx a bunch
Great!
Very nice
I am very impressed and interested in getting into making knives. I'd appreciate all the help you can give and will be watching your videos.
Turned out real nice…
Finally, finally, finally! Somebody knows how to talk and work with their hands at the same time or even dub voice in. So refreshing thank you great video
You should really check out green beatle on CZcams
Look up green beatle he does it in the same style as this guy
Thank you sooo much for not adding elevator music to your background! That crap is a CZcams endemic plague these days for some weird reason. I immediately subscribed!
i love the handle
Thank you!
Just FYI, as it seems few people know this, you're using your groove-joint pliers backward. They're designed (if not cheaply and carelessly produced) to turn with the lower jaw moving forward, just like a pipe wrench or adjustable wrench. Many even have angled teeth that will only bite well in that direction.
It seems like a small thing, I'm sure, but it can make a huge difference when you need every advantage you can get.
Doing gas line for a few years I instantly noticed it. The teeth are actually angled in such a way that makes it grab much better when used correctly
Thanks for the video !! I was surprised to see you are wearing a ring while working.
i like the softend spine on the smaller knives this one is perfect
Love the antler guard
Those channel lock pliers have a certain side for each direction that you use depending on the direction you're going.
The handle and over all shape of the piece is very Celtic anthropomorphic sword. So that's probably why you were getting that "primal" vibe from it. Overall it came out great.
Thanks!
Forge welded cable is wonderfully strong, tough and beautiful! Love your work Elijah.
Thank you!
I should count how many knives I have watched made from stacks of metal. Start to finish at least 25 knives I think. Great idea to vid this craft. Excellent.
It had a cool pattern and came out great looking
Like the rustic look
Very nice.
*Unique and great!*
Super Cool!!!
I am just a huge fan of neat straight blades like this one! Reall love the overall sleak design and the etching come out great as well!
Nice workshop band-aide👍
If your wire rope was from a lifting device, such as a crane or winch you can be pretty much bet it is plow steel
Is plow steel any good?
@@rickywhiting8774 very tough steel similar to 1080/1084 but it lacks in corrosion resistance and edge retention
Such a gifted craftsman
I've been using drill bits as an improvised mill bit for years and have never broken one, patience is key but it works, cool dagger, keep on and stay safe!
You did the right thing. I got no use for a dagger but yours turned out raw and proto iron age cool. I'm impressed with your work.
Really cool
Thanks!
If you ever get enough money, you should get a Rockwell tester
Very nice blade...
Thanks!
I like your ammo box for the M67. Deadly stuff.
that's pretty sick!!
In cleaning the cable prior to forging I might suggest an ultrasonic degreasing which should pull the grease/oils imbedded within the cable.
Nice looking blade!
I really like your commentary man, it’s extremely thoughtful and gives me a great deal of ideas for my projects. Thanks
Awesome, thanks for watching!
That is cool how he puts the footage together, and then gets his thoughts together and lays audio on top. Too many youtubers stop and explain stuff when they could do it this way.
I agree! It's nice to see commentary that not only explains what you're doing but also why you're doing it.
Dude! I like that antler guard! I want to do that now. Especially since it has been years since I had an original idea! That's cool looking.
Thank you so much for your detailed description of your working processes.
You bet, thanks for watching
@Storm Lee Thanks for watching!
the antler pieces for gaurd and pommel very creative and they looked cool too
20:12 ... By use of the drill press chuck and table (NOT the MOTOR!!!) ... you can get the tap exactly square first time everytime
countersink is the word you where looking for
Turn those channel lock pliers so that you push toward the smaller jaw. This way they try to tighten as you push on them to get a better grip.
Duly noted!
The first knife i made, when i was 16 ( 40 years ago ) was a stiletto, made out of a piece of Bofors ? steel
It was very decidable to many people, so i ended up selling it.
2-3 years later during my machine worker apprenticeship, i also spent some time in the forge and beating on steel, even if it is not a part of the education, but as i had a good grip on the machines i could more or less come and go in any shop i liked to ( this was at the Danish railroads )
Made a few hunting knives for relatives, or that is they was knifes for myself, but got sold off to relatives that did hunting.
Really like the rope in the center. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
What interesting design ideas. Thanks!
Awesome. My work is no where near the level of yours, but I have made Damascus wood working tools from cable using a coal forge and hand bellows. Worked at a state park and wasn’t allowed to make knives, although a few sharp letter openers might of happened.
Nice!
That knife is RAD AF! I want one.
Was scrolling, looking for forging videos to watch and came across this one. One word description: Outstanding! Loved i from start to finish, especially the commentary. Found it fascinating and educational. End result was a beautiful, one of a kind knife and a new channel to subscribe to. Thank you for taking the time to film, edit and post. Happy Thanksgiving and stay safe out there. 👍✌
Thanks for watching!
yeah amazing knife from some rough steel! look for the 65000 dollar sword. crazy
Turned out really nice
Helpful tip for starting threads, put the tap or the part in the drill press chuck and the other in the vise. Spin first couple threads by hand, if powered after, then use low speed and don't bottom out on an immovable part.
Thought same shit
I really appreciate your candor in discussing what you might have done differently! I love the knife, and it is always interesting to see different makers approach cable in different ways. I know some folks advise untwisting it after it's hot to flux it, but I'm not sure that ultimately makes much difference.
Thanks! Yes, i hadn't thought of / heard about the untwisting method until after this project, but it might be a good idea, particularly with dirty cable.
@@FireCreekForge i know im pretty late here, but a good soak in a solvent would clean a lot of the oils inside the cables
Love it looks awesome
a stacked or wrapped leather handle with brass ends would've been super cool
Great looking blade. Lots of good info
dropping the cable into an ultrasonic water bath would probably remove a ton of stuff from inside, you might even unwind it a bit before the ultrasonic, then tighten back up later. Great work
That handle looks amazing! I love the primitive look!
Awesome, thanks!
Very sharp👍👍👍& beautiful ❤️❤️❤️
cable has fiber core so that not just oil that comes in the fiber. the tighter you pull the fiber oils the cable
Very Le Tien period handle. Quite lovely.
I am at 8.05 mins into this video and finding myself intensely interested in something I have no other connection to nor experience of. But your informative style, smooth delivery, and explanation of each step make compelling viewing.
The lack of background music that is so often a real distraction is a big bonus.
I will keep watching and thanks for a great video!
That's awesome, thanks! I appreciate the feedback and you watching.
@@FireCreekForge 😃
it was nice not to have to hear club music while watching a knife made.
That was absolutely awesome! I think it's a great knife and anyone would be proud to own it. I would say though I think looks more like something a gambler from the old west era would have had. So you could definitely call it old west style. God bless
Cool, thanks!
That was a challenging project for sure. Looks great!
Thanks Steve! I'm putting the handle on your knife this next week btw
That's awesome! can't wait to receive it
That's what I call really foraging
You eat steel ?
Amazing looking blade! When you started stacking the leather pieces on the handle, though, I was thinking, "How is THAT going to work???" 😄 I have to say it was fascinating watching how you transformed it into that finished work of art. Bravo!
Man i was planning on making one of those for myself, now i know how haha. That looks awesome mate! Congrats and thank you for the knowledge!!
Thanks, glad it helped!
Super👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Love your attitude of go with the flow. Awesome knife mate. Great channel,keep up the good work
Beautiful work, and, excellent narration. Always enjoy watching your vids.
Thank you!
also if you boil the cable in hot caustic soda / liquid plumber, it will remove all the grease within the strands.
It will?
Your freehand grind is second two few very nice blade work.
Thank you
Very interesting. Eye like it.
I really like this format. Good job! I'm not a blacksmith, but (because of a certain show...you know the one and CZcams) I love learning about the art. This new format is a lot like a class. I know the knowledge is useless unless I heat a piece of steel and beat it, but I enjoy learning. Thanks for teaching us "lurkers".
I appreciate it, thanks for watching!
I wish you would of soaked the blade in a coffee bath to really bring out the patterns of the Damascus more.
All in all a pretty good knife.
👍
WOW!!!
Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya 🙌🙏
Great looking dagger. Very unique
Thanks!
Looks awesome, Nicely done.
Thanks!
Cool man
18:51 Machinist drilling 101: center drill first. If you really want to do some advanced drilling, use flat bottom drills.
Nice video, a very cool result! Definitely don't want to break off the blade of your cable steel dagger with antler/leather handle IN THE EYE SOCKET OF A GRIZZLY BEAR! 😯🤣
Nice trick on making the blade symmetrical. I think nxt time, once you get your preferred side fold it on the center then cut it as a template and then put it over the blade and mark the excess.
Really great video, enjoyed it from start to finish. Well done!!!
Thank you!
Always twist any metal skinny strands used. It's a must definitely.
Trick I've always learned with tapping is using a heavy taper first, then cut with a more moderate before the plug, and run a countersink or a deburr tool helps to create a lead. Just keeps it running true. The other trick is using your pillar drill and push a centre on a dab in the tap to start it true as you can get it every time.
Ridiculous. Over the top. Awesome work! God Bless.
Thanks!
Ultrasonic cleaner with mineral spirits will tune that up toot sweet!
I like that. ...cable damascus is not something I have tried either so could be an interesting project.
1:25 .. Some larger (and older examples) of Cables like this, have a regular hemp or manila, oil soaked, rope in the very centre.
Funny that I watched your Forged In Fire contest last night (congratulations on the win, btw) where your first project was to make a dagger. This is just stunning!
Beautiful blade, need a different handle.
Good thing it wasn’t made for you