Walking in the Shadow of a Legend - Bill Moran

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  • čas přidán 25. 07. 2023
  • 💥 wtplay.link/thatworks - Download War Thunder for FREE and get your bonus! Matt makes a damascus Bowie to try and win the Bill Moran award at Bladeshow 2023. First forging the damascus then grinding the blade and heat treating. Forging the iron for the guard and piercing it with hearts. Then fileworking the guard. Matt even tries silver inlay into the tiger stripe Maple handle for the first time ever.
    Bill Moran Book - www.williammoranmuseum.com/pr...
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    Thanks to the Moran Museum for letting us film there.
    Shot and produced by Matt Stagmer
    #damascus #blacksmith #diy
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  • @ThatWorks
    @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +13

    💥 wtplay.link/thatworks - Download War Thunder for FREE and get your bonus! Also, how did you like this knife? What should I name this knife?

    • @motixdiabolic8792
      @motixdiabolic8792 Před 10 měsíci

      "Nobles Epee" from Vermintide 2

    • @ICU2B4UDO
      @ICU2B4UDO Před 10 měsíci

      Billy's Revenge!...What steels did you use?? Btw, great job!

    • @ZeroSeriesMMX
      @ZeroSeriesMMX Před 10 měsíci

      I christen that knife Vongola Bordo.
      Damn, even though I don't really eat clams, I got hungry. 😂

  • @samziegler4957
    @samziegler4957 Před 9 měsíci +29

    Great to watch, i think you're really honouring Bill with your attitude and respect to his work. Walking in his footsteps, not trying to wear his shoes.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +4

      Very well put! Nails my mind set!

  • @bbforgeandleathercompany9228
    @bbforgeandleathercompany9228 Před 9 měsíci +52

    I saw the knife at BladeShow and it is absolutely beautiful!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 10 měsíci +7

      You are too kind! Thank you!

  • @jeanladoire4141
    @jeanladoire4141 Před 9 měsíci +15

    Twisting the algorithm like a damascus billet 👌

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +2

      You are too kind ! Any ideas for a name?

  • @user-xj1cs4sf1e
    @user-xj1cs4sf1e Před 9 měsíci +62

    The level of skill shown on this channel is absolutely astonishing

    • @breakshot7451
      @breakshot7451 Před 10 měsíci +3

      and also the level of elbow grease, holy moly. these days you think there is a drill or a some kind of power tool for everything. nope, take a file in your hand and get started. respect

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@breakshot7451 this is the way!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +4

      Thank you! I learn things and then do my best to pass those skills along!

    • @breakshot7451
      @breakshot7451 Před 10 měsíci +2

      @@ThatWorks this is the way;)

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      @@breakshot7451 Indeed

  • @g44b
    @g44b Před 9 měsíci +4

    i love that you went so far into giving this knife this identity, it came out so good and some true oldschool vibe, if seeing it in a museum i'd take it as a true master piece, no doubt

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Ah thank you so much! It was a goal to give it an old school hand made feel with modern standards!

  • @Logan452.
    @Logan452. Před 9 měsíci +21

    It was awesome to watch you build such a cool knife congrats on winning the award you deserve it 🙌

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +3

      Thank you Logan! I appreciate that! Got any good ideas on a good name for this piece ?

    • @Logan452.
      @Logan452. Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@ThatWorks maybe the Moran

    • @Logan452.
      @Logan452. Před 10 měsíci

      I'm not good with names lol

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@Logan452. I mean that one is straight to the point

    • @Logan452.
      @Logan452. Před 10 měsíci

      @@ThatWorks yea

  • @crackeronapier8056
    @crackeronapier8056 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Amazing work! A perfect collaboration.

  • @jamescapps4553
    @jamescapps4553 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Mr. Moran was a truly talented and generous bladesmith. I had the pleasure of taking a class he taught many years ago. Hea passed around 1 of his fantastic quillion daggers for us to look at. A photo of which is most likely in your book. The last day of the class he demonstrated how he did silverwire inlay and passed around the brass patterns he used for layout so we could make drawings in order make our own patterns. Your knife is a fantastic piece.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Wait what were these brass patterns? Blade patterns or inlay patterns ?

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Id really like to know...

  • @shawnfeile
    @shawnfeile Před 7 měsíci +1

    Beautiful work as always. It was a pleasure to meet you and Chris at the Reynoldsville PA meet last year.
    Little tip for tapping. Before cutting the pommel from your piece in the lathe, use a center in the tailstock. Line that with the divot in your T handle tap wrench to keep everything straight. Just lightly dial your center forwards as you tap.
    Also look for some spiral modified bottom taps. Emuge and Gurhing are two I use often at work. For a blind hole they pull the chips out like a drill shaving and save you a lot of cleaning. One tap in the lathe like I described will do it all from start to finish. Eliminate a step, and have more accurate results.

  • @timjones5905
    @timjones5905 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Congratulations on the win. That knife is a thing of beauty. Well done

  • @paulofrigerio9229
    @paulofrigerio9229 Před 9 měsíci +1

    First of all I apolodize for my english. His work was incredible, it was one of the best I've seen. Congratulations from Brazil.

  • @jasonhendricks4802
    @jasonhendricks4802 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Beautiful knife. Congratulations on your win and your hard work definitely showed in this piece.

  • @chrisroosendaal4169
    @chrisroosendaal4169 Před 9 měsíci +4

    This is unreal, I want that book for my own!
    Good job on sticking to your plan and well done for getting that award!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +1

      The link to buy the book is in the discription

    • @chrisroosendaal4169
      @chrisroosendaal4169 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ThatWorkssadly no international shipping 😢

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@chrisroosendaal4169 email them. I'm sure they can work something out.

    • @chrisroosendaal4169
      @chrisroosendaal4169 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ThatWorks great idea

  • @ZeFroz3n0ne907
    @ZeFroz3n0ne907 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Amazing work and best of luck!! Been a fan of yours for about 7 years now!

  • @orielism
    @orielism Před 9 měsíci +1

    Congratulations, that knife is a piece of beautiful craftsmanship, well deserved mate.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you very much! Any ideas on what I should name it?

    • @quintonvenegas7783
      @quintonvenegas7783 Před 7 měsíci

      ​@@ThatWorksperhaps something to do with the love of the ocean? A sailor term in Latin perhaps

  • @myfalconry76
    @myfalconry76 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Analysis of Bill Moran’s knives and his Damascus was one of the closest representations of original Damascus. Where other people make that beautiful pattern Bill Moran actually had the carbon content almost precise.
    The piece you made is very nice

  • @Merennulli
    @Merennulli Před 9 měsíci

    This was a fun video and beautiful craftsmanship the first time I watched it. Looking forward to the rewatch.

  • @stevenpurtee5062
    @stevenpurtee5062 Před 4 měsíci

    Wow, Matt. That is stunning. Good job!

  • @IncognitoAtreides
    @IncognitoAtreides Před 9 měsíci +1

    Congrats man!

  • @rescd3336
    @rescd3336 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Awesome insight into your thoughts on the process.
    And amazing Knife!!

  • @lukesticklen6955
    @lukesticklen6955 Před 9 měsíci

    congratulations such a beautiful and well thought out piece.

  • @ashsteele7361
    @ashsteele7361 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for keeping this clear and concise. Instead of making this 20 parts. 💕

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Haha ! I mean, long form has it's value as well.

  • @tohuwabohu5968
    @tohuwabohu5968 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Congratulations Matt, it's nice to see your dedication and skill get recognized. Keep up the awesome work! Also i find your personality really endearing! :)

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Oh thanks man! I don't hear that a lot :D

  • @longtsun8286
    @longtsun8286 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Excellent work on the knife. Congratulations on EARNING what you invested so much skill and effort into, to win.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +2

      Thank you so much! Even if I didn't win the award I would have won with all the new skills I gained in the process.

  • @user-du1ui9zs8e
    @user-du1ui9zs8e Před 9 měsíci

    perfect working studio

  • @chuckbowie5833
    @chuckbowie5833 Před 9 měsíci

    Amazing work!

  • @mathieugillet
    @mathieugillet Před 9 měsíci

    A beautiful piece, with a beautiful narration.

  • @Robpearceknives
    @Robpearceknives Před 9 měsíci

    Great video. Thanks for sharing the sandpaper in the fretsaw tip! Well done and congratulations on the award!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you very much! Hope the tip helps!

  • @acres-zz4xi
    @acres-zz4xi Před 9 měsíci +1

    helping give some momentum back to the channel

  • @MASI_forging
    @MASI_forging Před 9 měsíci

    That's gorgeous. So beautiful man.

  • @martykitson3442
    @martykitson3442 Před 9 měsíci

    beautiful piece, well earned award.

  • @JackManic1984
    @JackManic1984 Před 9 měsíci

    Damn nice knife! I love the guard.

  • @A.C_B.
    @A.C_B. Před 9 měsíci +1

    Congratulations! both on winning the award and on making a truly beautiful knife. great presentation as well.

  • @nera4110
    @nera4110 Před 8 měsíci

    That’s beautiful!

  • @1clinkerman
    @1clinkerman Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations, Sir!

  • @anncannon1797
    @anncannon1797 Před 4 měsíci

    What a beautiful tribute ⚒️⚔️🔪🗡️🇮🇪🍀🙏😁👍💪💥💥💥Sir I knew without a doubt you would win with this Bowie. Again beautiful work you deserve all the praise that comes your way. Even I thought the same thing that Bill Moran would appreciate this fine work! Bravo!!!!!!!

  • @monkeking8604
    @monkeking8604 Před 9 měsíci

    There are many good even great bladesmith, but few are great bladesmith that also an artist, Matt is one those few

  • @chefcc90
    @chefcc90 Před 9 měsíci

    That is one of your best works ever

  • @OlgrimFastfang
    @OlgrimFastfang Před 9 měsíci

    Absolutely stunning. He would have been proud.

  • @jimmyclaros7481
    @jimmyclaros7481 Před 9 měsíci

    Beautiful.

  • @matthewdancik5515
    @matthewdancik5515 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations, Matt!!! I've watched your journey for a long time now and truly believe you've earned every accolade you've received with many more to come so long as you never stop dreaming. You are an inspiration, cheers!!!

  • @kzarnold3678
    @kzarnold3678 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations. Nicely done 👍 looks amazing

  • @motixdiabolic8792
    @motixdiabolic8792 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Awesome work as always

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you motix! Any good ideas for a name?

    • @motixdiabolic8792
      @motixdiabolic8792 Před 10 měsíci

      To be honest i dont think im qualified to name it but my idea would be something like: Trusty ol' Billy

  • @F0XD1E
    @F0XD1E Před 9 měsíci

    Great job and congrats on the award. I like the carving you did around the inlay. Really makes it pop.

  • @ShagShaggio
    @ShagShaggio Před 9 měsíci

    Beautiful knife!
    Congratulations.
    Cheers.

  • @ZeFroz3n0ne907
    @ZeFroz3n0ne907 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Congrats Matt!! ❤

  • @davebauerart
    @davebauerart Před 9 měsíci

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing the process. I enjoyed learning about his work and your interpretation.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thanks Dave! I plan on doing a full doc style video on Mr Moran soon!

  • @tedwoods2051
    @tedwoods2051 Před 7 měsíci

    Win lose or draw. Beautiful

  • @anneschnell5303
    @anneschnell5303 Před 4 měsíci

    That is a beautiful blade

  • @paulshealy1863
    @paulshealy1863 Před 9 měsíci

    Beautiful blade and gorgeous handle.

  • @davidlargen6945
    @davidlargen6945 Před 9 měsíci

    That is a beauty

  • @montlejohnbojangles8937
    @montlejohnbojangles8937 Před 5 měsíci

    I'm a bit late to the party on this one but you've really outdone yourself with this Matt. Absolutely gorgeous! ❤

  • @Kraakesolv
    @Kraakesolv Před 9 měsíci

    Wooooow, congrats man. Such a beautiful piece.

  • @lucas0s_
    @lucas0s_ Před 9 měsíci

    beautyfull work as always

  • @devincheeseman3867
    @devincheeseman3867 Před 9 měsíci

    thats an incredible job. congrats!

  • @shadowscribe
    @shadowscribe Před 9 měsíci

    Beautiful piece and an excellent idea to assemble Moran elements that he never put together.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      I thought so too! Make something original yet true in spirit to the subject matter.

  • @jerryjohnson4618
    @jerryjohnson4618 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Magnificent Bowie Knife !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @ConcealedArtLeather
    @ConcealedArtLeather Před 9 měsíci

    Absolutely beautiful knife. Well done, sir!

  • @crispytron
    @crispytron Před 9 měsíci

    awesome video!

  • @vonWeizhacker69
    @vonWeizhacker69 Před 9 měsíci

    Sehr schönes Stück! Congrats!

  • @bradleycairns908
    @bradleycairns908 Před 9 měsíci

    Great work Matt! Stunning craftsmanship mate, I mean wow! Beautiful 🔥⚒❤

  • @gavic85
    @gavic85 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful

  • @chuuzu
    @chuuzu Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations. Really beautiful knife.

  • @FantasyWeapons
    @FantasyWeapons Před 9 měsíci

    Great work ❤ 👏👏👏

  • @vladimirkovacevic1656
    @vladimirkovacevic1656 Před 9 měsíci +1

    thats the most beautiful bowie and pattern,congratulations Matt

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +2

      Thank you! There can be real beauty in simplicity

  • @C0n7ax
    @C0n7ax Před 9 měsíci +1

    Congratulations. You and Ilya are phenomenal artists and smiths. I always enjoy your guys' content and wish you much success.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      I appreciate that! I enjoy learning how to make better videos almost as much as growing a bladesmith.

  • @knut8556
    @knut8556 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great work of art. Congratulations from Germany 👍

  • @arrrrrghimapirate
    @arrrrrghimapirate Před 4 měsíci

    Awesome job Matt

  • @cjmags4944
    @cjmags4944 Před 9 měsíci

    congrats Matt!

  • @aislinnbailey2391
    @aislinnbailey2391 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations. That is a truly beautiful knife and you should be extremely proud. Was great watching its creation.

  • @A_Tempest
    @A_Tempest Před 3 měsíci

    Well done!

  • @mikekooz475
    @mikekooz475 Před 9 měsíci

    Good stuff

  • @ultrasvenne4671
    @ultrasvenne4671 Před 9 měsíci

    You won!! What a beautiful knife

  • @chewyakarieckenicholas6049
    @chewyakarieckenicholas6049 Před 9 měsíci

    Insanely beautiful knife and I think that I am going to have to get that book

  • @veronicaanttila8809
    @veronicaanttila8809 Před 9 měsíci

    Wow!! And congrats🙂

  • @imtiazhalder
    @imtiazhalder Před 9 měsíci

    Masterpiece ❤

  • @oolabinside
    @oolabinside Před 9 měsíci

    Heheeey!! I have to tell you it is a Perfection in Every ways!! The music, the rythm, informations and showings just totally synchronised and I LOVED IT!! Thanks for this vid, I saved for the future!!! Keep on!!!!!!

  • @typhvam5107
    @typhvam5107 Před 9 měsíci

    Looks gorgeous, glad you won the award, well deserved

  • @grigeroz
    @grigeroz Před 9 měsíci +1

    🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉! I really hope you win an award for your hard work! The blade looks awesome!!🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

  • @The4cp
    @The4cp Před 9 měsíci

    You're an amazing smith. I loved watching your progress over the years. Both you and Ilya.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you for being around all these years! We will do our best to continue to grow.

  • @randomwolf1293
    @randomwolf1293 Před 9 měsíci

    That is a radiant knife. I want one.

  • @jerrywiessner
    @jerrywiessner Před 9 měsíci

    WOW, what a work of art. You definitely will have an exhalent chance at winning with your blade !!!

  • @Anderson-HandForged
    @Anderson-HandForged Před 10 měsíci

    huge congrats Matt that is a sick knife you do beautiful work cant wait to see the next blade you do Mark 👍✌

  • @Danutty
    @Danutty Před 9 měsíci

    Congrats Matt! Real purdy knife you got there!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      :D thank you. It's a classic! Now can i make modern designs ?

  • @franciscomartiboigues4342
    @franciscomartiboigues4342 Před 4 měsíci

    Buen trabajo,un clasico

  • @Stoney_AKA_James
    @Stoney_AKA_James Před 9 měsíci

    Beautiful Bowie!
    And I agree Mr. Moran would probably appreciate it!

  • @pavelvalis7023
    @pavelvalis7023 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations on winning the prize, the knife turned out absolutely gorgeous!

  • @adambielen8996
    @adambielen8996 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations on win the award. That is a beautiful knife.

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you Adam! Any ideas on what I should name it?

  • @96xl1200c
    @96xl1200c Před 9 měsíci

    Met Bill in 1996 at the blade show as a12 year old who had every issue of blade magazine. He did a quick forging demonstration on a piece of mild steel. After the show he met my dad and I and gave me the knife he had forged. It was a prized possession for years. It was stolen in a box of knives that my dad and I made together 15 or so years ago. I'm sure the thief had no idea about the piece of history and tossed it out. Also met Dan Dennehey and he taught me how to throw knives his way. It was a great experience. Met Gil Hibben, he was super nice also.

  • @jason561120
    @jason561120 Před 9 měsíci

    Matt, this is an absolute gorgeous blade!

  • @johnsonjj117
    @johnsonjj117 Před 6 měsíci

    awesome knife!
    Nice why file plug in there too, love that show!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 5 měsíci

      Did I? I love them too but when did I plug them

  • @hulkthedane7542
    @hulkthedane7542 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations on the price. VERY nice build 👍👍.

  • @Dimitri.Schepens
    @Dimitri.Schepens Před 3 měsíci

    dude awesome job!

  • @Estolka
    @Estolka Před 9 měsíci

    It doesn't matter what you make everything looks amazing

  • @CannonDollX
    @CannonDollX Před 9 měsíci

    Wow babe! I was blown away when I got to see that knife but to watch all the work you did to make it… I’m so impressed by you! I’m also so proud of you for pushing outside your comfort zone, learning more and growing as a maker. ❤ so awesome!!

  • @Serenity_Dee
    @Serenity_Dee Před 9 měsíci

    When you talk about Moran introducing Damascus to modern bladesmithing I'm reminded how there's one Wikipedia editor who is *really* salty about how "Damascus" in modern use means pattern-welded steels rather than the swords and knives forged in the Levant by smiths using both imported wootz steel and locally sourced iron that it's named after due to the very fine pattern visible on those blades. Seriously, while I haven't looked at the page in ages, there was some major WELL, ACTUALLY energy happening there 😂

  • @harryhaayer2464
    @harryhaayer2464 Před 9 měsíci

    beautiful knife

  • @fettmaneiii4439
    @fettmaneiii4439 Před 9 měsíci

    Amazing work! Awesome awesome bowie knife

  • @markramey5437
    @markramey5437 Před 9 měsíci

    Congratulations Matt! Beautiful build!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci

      Glad you like it! what should I name this?

    • @markramey5437
      @markramey5437 Před 10 měsíci +1

      ​@@ThatWorks"Tombstone 23"!!!

    • @ThatWorks
      @ThatWorks  Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@markramey5437 sounds almost good but also like a delish pizza pie

    • @markramey5437
      @markramey5437 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ThatWorks lol, now that you mention it, it sure does! I'll let you know if I come up with something better!