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  • čas přidán 21. 04. 2023
  • Watch me make a brick hammer from scratch. A somewhat challenging project as I tried to match a given weight and size. It turned out ok I think.
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Komentáře • 887

  • @jamesweeg6545
    @jamesweeg6545 Před rokem +363

    I’m a geologist in the US. This type of hammer in the US is called a Masons Hammer and I have found this to be a much more useful shape to use in exploring rocks than a rock hammer. The downside of yours is that it’s beautiful and I wouldn’t want to mess it up. Amazing work.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Před rokem +74

      Ah, nice! I used to pick mineral samples at old mines here in Sweden. I think a ordinary geologist hammer is harder and this one would probably wear quite fast.

    • @iteerrex8166
      @iteerrex8166 Před rokem +4

      I was gona comment that it’s good for geology too.

    • @tednelson5277
      @tednelson5277 Před rokem +7

      This is would be good for soft rocks only. For hard rocks, you really need a traditional geologist's hammer.

    • @iteerrex8166
      @iteerrex8166 Před rokem +2

      @@tednelson5277 True, the needle nose

    • @rodfeher
      @rodfeher Před rokem +4

      @@torbjornahman can't you temper 4340 for higher hardness?

  • @theoptimisticmetalhead7787

    One of my absolute favorite parts of all your videos is that once the tool is finished you always show us how it's used. It's so satisfying seeing a thing be made, and then utilized for its intended purpose.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Před rokem +4

      Thanks!!

    • @chrisis9030
      @chrisis9030 Před rokem

      It's in the title. It's a brick hammer.

    • @theoptimisticmetalhead7787
      @theoptimisticmetalhead7787 Před rokem +1

      @@chrisis9030 what? Idk what you're talking about man. I just clicked on a mukbang video and wanted to compliment the charming Swedish man who went through all that effort.

    • @chrisis9030
      @chrisis9030 Před rokem

      @@theoptimisticmetalhead7787 Yeah, I thought as much

    • @camoes1956
      @camoes1956 Před 6 dny +1

      Totally agree

  • @jkr3008
    @jkr3008 Před rokem +127

    Love the fact your tools are always so aesthetic yet functional.
    It clearly demonstrates you're an artist as well as a craftsman

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Před rokem +11

      Thank you!

    • @ogi22
      @ogi22 Před rokem +4

      Good craft is an art. It took some time, but my dad's yelling "put that hammer back from where you took it after you finish!" payed off. Maybe it takes a bit longer to focus on details, but shortcuts usually takes twice as much time 😆
      With a pretty and handy tool, work is much more satisfying.
      At the end, if you can show your work and be proud of it (or at least if you can say "it's my creation" without a shame), it means you put a bit of heart in that. And if someone else works on your machine or with your tools, they can sense this.
      Very often i can see if someone putting a machine together cared, or just wanted to make his/hers job done and forget about it. If i see wires in the electrical cabinet neatly put in cable trays, if connectors are crimped nicely, i can bet this cabinet will have much higher chance of functioning properly for many years, because someone who made it, simply cared about work. And this makes my job easier when I'm searching for a problem.🙂

    • @paulwomack5866
      @paulwomack5866 Před rokem +2

      He's also that rarest of things - a metal worker who can do woodwork!

    • @ogi22
      @ogi22 Před rokem

      @@paulwomack5866 Oooo sorry, a good blacksmith should always know how to haft his tools. And he is a good one 😁

    • @mohammedkhader3289
      @mohammedkhader3289 Před rokem

      👍👍👍🌹⚘🕊🌺🕊🕊🙋‍♂️🇸🇩🇸🇩🇸🇩🇸🇩🇸🇩🇸🇩من أم در تحياتي عمل رايع 4\4\2023

  • @mickeyfilmer5551
    @mickeyfilmer5551 Před měsícem

    That's what you call a "Tool For Life" . As someone who has trained in metalworking (5 years apprenticeship) I can appreciate your art/craftsmanship.

  • @pablocruzgilmour
    @pablocruzgilmour Před rokem +74

    I'm forever in awe at how clean your work is at every stage of the build, it's a joy to watch you in action Torbjorn!

    • @tbrowniscool
      @tbrowniscool Před rokem +8

      He is a true master of his craft, and amazing filming/editing skills!

    • @pablocruzgilmour
      @pablocruzgilmour Před rokem +4

      @@tbrowniscool Absolutely, I'm an experienced woodworker and I've made and fitted what seems like a hundred hammer handles over the years and I still learned a couple of little tricks from him. Thank you for sharing your skills Torbjorn, my life is richer for it!

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Před rokem +5

      Wow, thank you so much Pablo.

    • @tbrowniscool
      @tbrowniscool Před rokem +2

      @@torbjornahman Your videos are so relaxing. I'm going through a bad time right no and I get so much relaxation watching you work. Have you ever forged an axe head before?

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Před rokem +4

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  • @ron.v
    @ron.v Před 9 měsíci +3

    45 seconds into this video and I subscribed. Why? Two reasons: You're dramatic (which I love) and you showed how to start a coal fire. I hit the bell because you're NOT a blacksmith, you're an artist of metal.

  • @funkojones2947
    @funkojones2947 Před rokem +11

    As I watch you make pieces like this I often muse "How many generations of the Ahman family will use this hammer and think of the man who made it and the wonderful craftmanship that went into it." You not only make beautiful tools you make legacies that will outlive you !

  • @DanelonNicolas
    @DanelonNicolas Před rokem +18

    That hammer is a master piece! It was amazing!! 😊❤

  • @pjhalchemy
    @pjhalchemy Před rokem +17

    Forgot how relaxing it ts watching you create a beautiful tool with excellent videography. Almost perfect symmetry and balance with a beautiful piece of ash custom fit!! Made my Day Torbjorn, Thank You for all you bring to the community!!

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Před rokem

      PJ you always spoil me with your kind words! Thank you!

  • @MrMeat-pv3ni
    @MrMeat-pv3ni Před rokem +5

    Another great build . Head to my shop now. Mine wont turn out as nice, but it will be functional. Lol keep the videos coming

  • @alexzim79
    @alexzim79 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Finished like a high end Swiss watch. Beautiful!

  • @jonathanadams2623
    @jonathanadams2623 Před rokem +1

    Its not too much of a stretch to say you do the best work on youtube!.

  • @CatapultCarnage
    @CatapultCarnage Před 6 měsíci +1

    I'm a bricklayer by trade myself and that looks like a 5 star working tool

  • @tessiepinkman
    @tessiepinkman Před rokem +16

    Everything you do becomes a work of art! I really love, what I saw as a Swedish flag at the top of the hammer, but I guess some/most people may just say it's a cross and a smart way to secure the hammer to the handle, but to me it was an obvious flag AND a beautiful way to secure the hammer + handle :) I may just be homesick, even though I'm only in the country "next door" (Norway). Your videos bring so much joy! Thank you for that.

  • @yeagerxp
    @yeagerxp Před rokem +3

    Who would have thought a "Brick Hammer" could be a work of art? One made by Thunder Bear Excellent work 👍👍👍 . Thank you for sharing. Take care of yourself 🇨🇦

  • @atomicwinter31
    @atomicwinter31 Před rokem +1

    I love hammers. I have a collection of hammers. I've made several little ones.
    I would love to smith some hammers, but I suck at forging, and never seem to have enough time in the day to work on it. I would work at night once it's cool, but it's really loud...
    Maybe I can finally make a stand for my forge soon, so I don't have to kneel when i work... that and chaining my anvil down to a stump.

  • @JohannSwart_JWS
    @JohannSwart_JWS Před 8 měsíci +1

    I really liked the synergy between you and your cat. Such tenderness and mutual trust. Combined with the brute force of the blacksmith's trade, that's kind of unusual.

  • @kylehayden3113
    @kylehayden3113 Před rokem +1

    Your videos have to be the best smithing videos on youtube in terms of sheer technical skill and production value

  • @sftvierendeels
    @sftvierendeels Před rokem +1

    I love seeing you turn a piece of metal into a handy tool.

  • @patrickkennedy2533
    @patrickkennedy2533 Před rokem +1

    watching you punch a hole in that piece like it was play dough made my day

  • @swaran5454
    @swaran5454 Před rokem

    I keep on watching your videos all day...Love from India🇮🇳♥️

  • @weicheisen9999
    @weicheisen9999 Před rokem +1

    Your work is amazing. This one was saving my day. No talking only working. Because this you have the best channel ever !

  • @mrForestBeard
    @mrForestBeard Před 7 měsíci +2

    Great pleasure to watch and learn! Thanks a lot!

  • @deathvalleyalex9485
    @deathvalleyalex9485 Před rokem +1

    I have known this tool as a mason's hammer for 60 years I still have my great grandfather's

  • @geraldstamour1312
    @geraldstamour1312 Před 4 měsíci +1

    It's HAMMER Time, @torbjornahman!

  • @RissaFirecat
    @RissaFirecat Před 3 měsíci +1

    Good job on the hammer!

  • @OMNIUM-ATAMAN
    @OMNIUM-ATAMAN Před rokem +1

    Im glad that Maryland finally made it on your cabinet. I am a Marylander

  • @hillbilly4christ638
    @hillbilly4christ638 Před rokem +2

    I always enjoy seeing your videos when they come up. All too often in this arena people make a video more about themselves than the subject at hand. You sir have truly nailed it!

  • @mornick15
    @mornick15 Před rokem

    The peace depicted on your videos could make the world a better place

  • @life.is.an.imposition
    @life.is.an.imposition Před 11 měsíci +1

    May I come assist next time? Ha. That looked like tons of fun. And you get to use your new toy right away! Excellent work; practical AND aesthetically pleasing.

  • @eliprice138
    @eliprice138 Před rokem +4

    This made me so happy to see because I am a mason. And this is what I have inspirations on starting making brick hammers and chisels . Hopefully some of the guys at work will buy some ! 😊 Thank you 🙏

  • @chriskoran836
    @chriskoran836 Před rokem +1

    First time I was brought to your channel and happy to find it!

  • @awldune
    @awldune Před rokem

    The geometry of this head is so pleasing

  • @OlneyaTesota
    @OlneyaTesota Před 8 měsíci +1

    Torbjorn’s work is beautiful off the power hammer and the anvil. Gosh I love watching it. 💕💕. JC🌵

  • @allenwilson9656
    @allenwilson9656 Před rokem +2

    I'm not sure if I'm more impressed with your forging or your wood work , both are amazing 👍

  • @johnearhart8811
    @johnearhart8811 Před rokem +2

    Truly amazing. To pretty to use

  • @EricSajid
    @EricSajid Před rokem +1

    Magnificent works magnificent forge tools tidy it's not like Mr. Borax lol film us again your garden with the birds it's amazing

  • @RichardGoth
    @RichardGoth Před rokem +2

    Great video, as always. takes me back to blacksmithing school...wow...20 years ago this year

  • @andydelarue9344
    @andydelarue9344 Před rokem +1

    Your good at that ,thanks for posting

  • @Roosters-rants1977
    @Roosters-rants1977 Před rokem

    It seems that a lot of craftsman have a love for cats. I see this often. I love cats as well. All pets. Yours looks a lot like my previous Clarabelle. Great work. Beautiful hammer.

  • @TECsta76
    @TECsta76 Před rokem +1

    That has to be the most refined handle you’ve made to date!!!

  • @andrejohnson6731
    @andrejohnson6731 Před rokem +1

    Id be afraid to use it it’s so nice. Those chamfers are a work of art

  • @latemcire8387
    @latemcire8387 Před rokem +2

    The work you do is outstanding and now I know how to cut bricks. Thanks!

  • @DavidJohnson-rj8zu
    @DavidJohnson-rj8zu Před rokem +1

    What a true Craftsman a like would be hard to find, a real joy to watch from start to finish.👍

  • @j.markkrzystofiak9907
    @j.markkrzystofiak9907 Před rokem +1

    Beautiful piece of kit

  • @mikehayes5919
    @mikehayes5919 Před rokem +3

    Really nice work. I especially enjoyed the segment on the handle. Thanks!

  • @krishnavilashbiswas2969
    @krishnavilashbiswas2969 Před rokem +1

    Man waiting for you video from long time. Thanks for making and make me happy by your video 😊

  • @MrPgabox
    @MrPgabox Před rokem

    Blacksmith and (almost) black cat. Great work. Thanks!

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 Před rokem

    Like all metal work, the never ending cycle of making round things square, and square things round. Beautiful work as usual! 👍 😃

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Před rokem

      Ha ha, exactly, and for that matter finding the right tongs... the endless struggle.

  • @AlbertoLepra
    @AlbertoLepra Před rokem +1

    Hermoso trabajo, me encanta mirar sus videos. Muchas gracias por compartir todas sus creaciones. Otra cosa, adoro su gato.
    Cordial saludo desde Montevideo, Uruguay.
    Beautiful work, I love watching your videos. Thank you so much for sharing all your creations. Another thing, I adore your cat.
    Cordial greetings from Montevideo, Uruguay.

  • @DenisBphoto
    @DenisBphoto Před 4 měsíci +1

    J’adore le travail que vous faites! I love the work you do! Jag älskar jobbet du gör!

  • @jaysontwombly8261
    @jaysontwombly8261 Před rokem

    So glad to see a new video from you. Thanks!

  • @yahiamerrad3506
    @yahiamerrad3506 Před rokem +1

    As always a work of art. You inspire me a lot sir. Thank you. A follower from 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿

  • @roycolglazier1061
    @roycolglazier1061 Před rokem

    I'd SMILE every time I put my hand on that tool! It's simply georgeous, and a fine & wonderful thing!
    Thanks for the pleasing video too, w/your cat & your bird feeder !

  • @davidjondoh8671
    @davidjondoh8671 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Nicely done, both the hammer and the video!

  • @thesay5663
    @thesay5663 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Love that black and decker palm sander , had mine for years, great little tool

  • @nixielee
    @nixielee Před rokem +2

    Quality work on all fronts, product and picture

  • @Steve765
    @Steve765 Před rokem +2

    What a beautiful job you have made of that hammer.

  • @sighheinrich
    @sighheinrich Před rokem +2

    Beautiful! Thank you for sharing. I really like that it's not only the blacksmithing process but also the wood handle making that you show. :)

  • @doak4886
    @doak4886 Před rokem

    When I was a boy we had an older gentleman that lived across the road from us that was a brick mason. My dad had him build a large brick area in which to plant bushes. I watched him build it of course. He was more of an artist than craftsman. The end of your video reminded me of days gone by.

  • @bluesman260971
    @bluesman260971 Před rokem +1

    As a bricklaying instructor and a long time fan of your videos I wholeheartedly approve of this one 👍

  • @nicholasnews5983
    @nicholasnews5983 Před rokem +1

    Beautiful hammer brick 🔨 watching 👀 from south africa 🇿🇦

  • @TooTall553
    @TooTall553 Před rokem +1

    A lot of work like the handle and tang, outstanding video been awhile since last video big fan..👊👏🤙

  • @McHaven07
    @McHaven07 Před rokem +1

    some gorgeous bevels! and thank you for saving me a google search to learn what a brick hammer is and does!

  • @byOldHand
    @byOldHand Před 7 měsíci +1

    Gorgous work and video. Also thank you for peacefull moments in 11:55 . Deeply in love with nature and animals ✌🏻

  • @SethKotta
    @SethKotta Před rokem

    Gonna need a playlist of you making every type of hammer in existence.

  • @stephenduerr8925
    @stephenduerr8925 Před rokem

    If I could only watch one maker, it would be your videos. Thank you so much

  • @williamcunha9136
    @williamcunha9136 Před rokem +1

    Thank You Mr. T for Sharing your skills.

  • @stevendufresne9994
    @stevendufresne9994 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the Great Video!!👍👍

  • @anthonykot
    @anthonykot Před 7 měsíci +1

    A beauty to behold ...

  • @Einherjar_17
    @Einherjar_17 Před rokem

    Beautiful work and beautiful video, thank you very much, I send you a hug from the south of Argentina.

  • @donaldbarr8300
    @donaldbarr8300 Před rokem

    Beautiful work Thunderbear!

  • @BruceBoschek
    @BruceBoschek Před rokem

    The work of a true artisan. Thanks for letting us watch you do your magic!

  • @siriosstar4789
    @siriosstar4789 Před 10 měsíci +1

    SPECTACULAR !
    i don't even do brick work , but i want one . 👍👍👍

  • @marcsenteney3160
    @marcsenteney3160 Před rokem +1

    As always sir well done!

  • @TerrolAxelor
    @TerrolAxelor Před rokem

    Another beautiful masterpiece

  • @josephtinsley7212
    @josephtinsley7212 Před rokem +1

    Ah! Love seeing my states flag! Us Marylanders love our flag lol. Great work on the hammer, as always!

  • @LFKGooner
    @LFKGooner Před rokem

    I am always in awe of your work. Your tools are so pleasing to the eye and your work is so clean and fresh.

  • @paulsimmons9579
    @paulsimmons9579 Před rokem +1

    Very well done!

  • @alasdairmunro1953
    @alasdairmunro1953 Před rokem +1

    Any craftsman would be delighted to use a hammer like that. An absolute gem!❤

  • @metascroom
    @metascroom Před rokem +2

    That is simply amazing. No other words for it.

  • @khattaklifetv4382
    @khattaklifetv4382 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Very nice and beautiful work ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @vdubber252k
    @vdubber252k Před rokem +1

    What a beautiful and functional hammer

  • @garykemp977
    @garykemp977 Před rokem +1

    Great work, as always......

  • @iftekhar7266
    @iftekhar7266 Před rokem +1

    Mr. Torbjorn Ahman, I am a fan of yours. Each time I watch your video to learn many new things. I appreciate your competence & skills. Your workshop is wonderful. It has numerous tools & machinery; all items displayed systematically.
    You seem to be a qualified Mechanical Engineer. The way you undertake your jobs, an ordinary Blacksmith can't. You are well-versed in blacksmithery. Please keep it up.
    Loads of love from Pakistan. Drop a line in reply. I shall appreciate it.

  • @zachaliles
    @zachaliles Před rokem +1

    The best thing about a die grinder with a carbide burr is all the tiny little metal chips it throws around at about twice the speed of light everywhere. And you get to find them in your hair and beard when you take a shower. It's like a spicy little surprise in your hair.

  • @NitroTom91
    @NitroTom91 Před rokem +1

    Depending on either the number of houses or how big the one house you build with it: If it survives that it is definitely a tool to pass on to your next generations. What a great job, it is perfect!

  • @TheIpadfanatic
    @TheIpadfanatic Před rokem

    Hello from the USA. What a gorgeous hammer. So nice I would never want to use it. 😃

  • @adelheidsnel5171
    @adelheidsnel5171 Před rokem +1

    Again: impeccable!!!

  • @watzdefuque5378
    @watzdefuque5378 Před rokem +2

    What a beautiful tool, and a relaxing video.

  • @vonHannersdorf
    @vonHannersdorf Před rokem

    Not only ordinary tool... But piece of art! Nice video my northern friend, Totally Åwesome as always!

  • @nicolasbrown3509
    @nicolasbrown3509 Před rokem

    Incredible amount of work. Thank you, mister Åhman!

  • @fynbo1007
    @fynbo1007 Před rokem +2

    Beautiful hammer, thank you for sharing your video. God bless you and your family.

  • @Rubbernecker
    @Rubbernecker Před rokem +1

    Gorgeous!!!

  • @be3ho7nm
    @be3ho7nm Před rokem +2

    So beautiful tool. Excellent work!

  • @offpherj7884
    @offpherj7884 Před rokem +2

    Excellent! You are one of a kind. Amazing work. Thanks for posting...

  • @kakavelas136
    @kakavelas136 Před rokem +1

    Perfect job!!!!!

  • @bronchiosaurus2766
    @bronchiosaurus2766 Před rokem +2

    Great blacksmithing great woodworking great videography, always impressed with your work! Love the Precision you archive in your work also!

  • @NBZW
    @NBZW Před rokem

    As always, most impressive craftsmanship.

  • @ButterflyMatt
    @ButterflyMatt Před rokem

    Very nice! For a moment I thought we wouldn’t see a demonstration and would have to wait for Blacksmithing: Forging a Brick.