The Birth Of A Tool. Part I. Axe Making (by Northmen)

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  • čas přidán 28. 11. 2012
  • This is a short documentary movie that shows the whole process of how Northmen tools are being hand crafted.
    "It is a tragedy of the first magnitude that millions of people have ceased to use their hands as hands. Nature has bestowed upon us this great gift which is our hands. If the craze for machinery methods continues, it is highly likely that a time will come when we shall be so incapacitated and weak that we shall begin to curse ourselves for having forgotten the use of the living machines given to us by God."
    Mahathma Ghandi
    Music by Foreign Fields - "Names and Races". Special thanks to the band Foreign Fields from Nashvile (especially for Clayton Fike) for allowing to use their music as a soundtrack for our movie. foreignfields.bandcamp.com/
    Visit us:
    northmen.com
    / northmenguild
    / northmenguild

Komentáře • 583

  • @totalyruben
    @totalyruben Před 11 lety +88

    Dear Neeman tools i wanted to thank you and your whole team for inspiring me and unleashing a new wave of life into my own life whilst returning from two tours of afghanistan i battled through being wounded in armed conflict and also battling with depression i so badly needed something to keep my mind occupied although my years before the military i was an engineering i never knew of the delights of doing it as a hobby you have not only helped me but others around me thank you god bless jon

    • @Andy-Gibb
      @Andy-Gibb Před 3 lety +2

      Jón Ruben Robinson be strong brother and welcome to a new chapter in your life’s story to tell the future about. From a brother in arms

    • @TheTechAdmin
      @TheTechAdmin Před rokem

      Ironic, I took was thinking, this is a good hobby to help me wind down after 13 years of hell.
      "Rangers Lead the Way"

    • @robbphillips2845
      @robbphillips2845 Před rokem

      Thank you for your service.

  • @droflah76
    @droflah76 Před 9 lety +240

    The world melts away watching these videos... thx for the escape...

  • @MammothDzn
    @MammothDzn Před 9 lety +162

    For me, this is the manliest video on internet!

  • @notwoke1993
    @notwoke1993 Před 6 lety +94

    After 5 years since I came across to this video, I've found it again. The first time I watched it, I did not know what career to study and by the end I was convinced to study Industrial design (I don't know why I linked design whit this video at that time) and now five years later Im at one year of finishing my career. So thanks a lot!

    • @ManiacallySmithing
      @ManiacallySmithing Před 5 lety

      Heeey could you be studying InDes in Zaragoza bro?

    • @gus23a
      @gus23a Před 5 lety +6

      You´re never finished. You learn new things every day.

    • @parkwayconcepts8758
      @parkwayconcepts8758 Před 3 lety

      I just came back after a handful of years and realized this was my inspiration to start a small woodshop! 4 years strong at realizing my dream.

  • @pgbtwoofive3354
    @pgbtwoofive3354 Před 10 lety +2

    Your videos are better than 99% of hollywood movies that are churned out every year.

  • @jamannk
    @jamannk Před rokem

    Watched this video years ago… I go back to it again and again whenever I need a reset.

  • @dakotau2575
    @dakotau2575 Před 4 lety +5

    Your home, forge, your shop... I couldn't be more jealous! Your living my life man!!!!

  • @shawnmorrow3274
    @shawnmorrow3274 Před 6 lety +4

    It never ceases to amaze me...how do videos like this get dislikes? True craftsmanship...thanks for sharing.

  • @johnnymotoeveryday8206

    Awesome. Snowboard all morning and then work in the shop well into the evening...winning!

  • @Kurohitsui
    @Kurohitsui Před 11 lety +3

    wow, I don't know why this videos make me feel so relaxed, so zen, so peaceful...

  • @RhetoricalRosen
    @RhetoricalRosen Před 6 měsíci +1

    I love your videos! Been watching them for 10 years now.. wow, time flies yet stand still. All at the same time! Thank you for keeping me sane!

  • @adammulroney6457
    @adammulroney6457 Před 5 lety +1

    Have watched this about 20 times over the years and the only way to describe it is a beautiful edit with outstanding craftsmanship

  • @teddylilley
    @teddylilley Před 10 lety +1

    Totally cool. Skilled in different trades;metalworking(blacksmithing), woodworking, and leather working. Hats off.

  • @robertmax4699
    @robertmax4699 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for a fantastic video..True craftsmanship. I use Northmen videos for relaxing meditation

  • @the11kaj
    @the11kaj Před 8 lety +17

    FINALLY somebody who makes an axe handle with the grain oriented in the proper direction!! Beautiful piece of work. Now I want to make one myself.

  • @TheWebaa
    @TheWebaa Před 6 lety +1

    I'm absolutely speechless. The quality of this video is amazing.

  • @MrJihadkoplo
    @MrJihadkoplo Před 10 měsíci

    10 year ago i watch this...still the best axe making asmr

  • @cornuttz
    @cornuttz Před 2 lety

    Had to search for a few minutes but i found this video again as i do ever so often. This video lives in my head rent free, forever.

  • @tjk21504
    @tjk21504 Před 5 lety

    I for one would never underestimate the importance of a good hand-axe/hatchet when in the wilderness. Something so many ppl view as a household implement has saved my ass on more than one occasion. That thing is a beauty! Sending love from the bayous of Louisiana! Love the music too

  • @carapeto_knives
    @carapeto_knives Před 11 lety +1

    For the crew of Neeman Tools: I work with production of advertising films and I am a connoisseur of cutlery. Honestly, the series "The Birth of a Tool" are the best movies I saw on the topic. Besides adding value to the art of ancient technique, adds value to the end product Neeman Tools. Very inspiring!

  • @homefront3162
    @homefront3162 Před 6 lety

    I love a few things about these videos: Great Music. No Robot Voice. Beautiful Filming. Great Subjects

  • @fzlsalim
    @fzlsalim Před 6 lety +1

    Absolutely majestic! Just pure ecstasy!

  • @downforwhatever67
    @downforwhatever67 Před 10 lety

    These people are making my next axe. It will last for generations and serve us well. Thank you guys!

  • @Frankieboyguitar
    @Frankieboyguitar Před 4 lety

    Cracking videos, superb tools and beautiful music.

  • @victornoyer3858
    @victornoyer3858 Před 7 lety

    Your past is a gift for this channel, good job.

  • @ScrapwoodCity
    @ScrapwoodCity Před 9 lety +28

    One of the most beautiful videos I've watched!

  • @AnbuBlackOps2100
    @AnbuBlackOps2100 Před 4 lety +3

    The satisfaction of watching this video from beginning to end

  • @shemwayman1146
    @shemwayman1146 Před 3 lety

    SUPERB VIDEO, SUPERB CRAFTSMANSHIP, THANK YOU.

  • @ashokchandru
    @ashokchandru Před 8 lety +11

    This is the most satisfying video I've ever watched on CZcams. Your workshop is utopian!

    • @boomerhgt
      @boomerhgt Před 5 lety +2

      Only if you have the skills to use it

  • @alanecetzvideo
    @alanecetzvideo Před 6 lety

    awsome craftmanship & beautiful shoot.

  • @hollywood84660
    @hollywood84660 Před 3 lety

    One thing I always appreciate with your videos is how well the music matches with the video

  • @jgn69
    @jgn69 Před 10 lety +14

    fantastic great job ! i like to work with metal and wood in the old ways. you have my respect.

  • @wootmecooly
    @wootmecooly Před 9 lety +1

    Absolutely stunning!

  • @awesomevideosdone
    @awesomevideosdone Před 10 lety +2

    Beautiful! I'm incredibly impressed!

  • @rcredmon
    @rcredmon Před 11 lety +2

    I love this video. I find it so relaxing to watch. The music compliments it perfectly and it makes me want to go into my shop and create something.

  • @Cmdrlucky8
    @Cmdrlucky8 Před 9 lety +2

    The process is beyond beauty; this craftsmanship is spiritual. I must come back to this every three months or so, and I am both enamored to see the product of true craft and saddened I have none.
    .. In another time..

  • @benfelland
    @benfelland Před 6 lety

    Very nicely filmed and calming music

  • @smev4341
    @smev4341 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much. Somethings work better without words. Love it.

  • @MDC2020
    @MDC2020 Před 8 lety +6

    I love watching this video.

  • @gypsylady3200
    @gypsylady3200 Před 10 lety +1

    What an awesome video! I loved every minute of it. I'm highly impressed.

  • @oohsam
    @oohsam Před 5 lety +2

    This was simply beautiful. Thank you.

  • @varun009
    @varun009 Před rokem

    Your videos introduced me to foreign fields!!! Years later and I still remember the first time listening to this! It's almost like I get transported to a beautiful snowtop ped alpine haven.

  • @praharin
    @praharin Před 11 lety

    Another amazing piece of functional art. Thank you for sharing this with us.

  • @ktg0705
    @ktg0705 Před 8 lety +5

    beautiful song, beautiful video, beautiful skill.. i love it...

  • @spikekrossa
    @spikekrossa Před 11 lety

    Beautiful work, thanks for sharing.

  • @wjennin1
    @wjennin1 Před 9 lety +1

    This is one of my favorite videos on CZcams.

  • @klmartin1962
    @klmartin1962 Před 11 lety

    You are a true artist. It is inspiring to watch you work! Thank you for sharing this with us. Truly beautiful.

  • @HedgehogOutdoors
    @HedgehogOutdoors Před 11 lety +3

    This is absolutely amazing, the camera is awesome, the music is awesome, and most of all, the tool is awesome! Beautiful work, Mr. Neeman.

  • @InventorInvestor
    @InventorInvestor Před 10 lety

    Top quality video. Thanks. Loved it.

  • @bryanikon
    @bryanikon Před 11 lety

    Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful!!!

  • @sunsetloving8705
    @sunsetloving8705 Před 4 lety +1

    This is Real Art.
    Thanks for showing me this Amazing Art.

  • @BornN2Grave1
    @BornN2Grave1 Před 10 lety +1

    This video only shows a tiny fraction of the time that goes into that masterpiece of an ax. This is the result of taking pride in your craft!

  • @maxxonetwo3
    @maxxonetwo3 Před 9 lety

    Excellent workmanship...Thank you for the video.

  • @janbrigman3619
    @janbrigman3619 Před 6 lety

    Wonderful craftsmanship!

  • @Loafy23
    @Loafy23 Před 11 lety

    Just gives me another reason to watch it again. I think the music works well. I love when you pull the blade back from polishing it and it edge looks like it's encased in glass. What you do is an art form of functional beauty.

  • @dillonfreeman9129
    @dillonfreeman9129 Před 3 lety

    I seen this video when you first uploaded it and it inspired me to chase my dreams and to reclaim a heritage lost in my family for two generations if it hadn’t been lost I would be a 7th generation blacksmith thank you and keep banging that hammer

  • @desireeyoung2814
    @desireeyoung2814 Před 6 lety

    Stunning craftsmanship and beautiful videos!

  • @bretwhitmore8855
    @bretwhitmore8855 Před 6 lety +1

    Exceptionally well done in every respect. It restores my faith in humanity that such skills are not entirely lost among us, that the true craftsmanship of my youth still exists, and especially that such adept young people of a generation or more behind mine are the master practitioners of the fine old arts, and willing to share their skills with others. Carry on smartly. Today's culture is starved for true steersmen, the 'real' instead of 'virtual', for quality instead of 'good-enough', and for the tangible touch of human hands, minds and hearts, rather than the cold, valueless, disposability of machines.

  • @jeremyhunter2319
    @jeremyhunter2319 Před 9 lety

    A most beautiful process and a beautiful end product... could bring a tear to your eye!

  • @steinderbush
    @steinderbush Před 6 lety

    Beautiful in all ways!!

  • @keanoman1000
    @keanoman1000 Před 11 lety

    now thats what you call home, awesome mate,

  • @kaziklu79
    @kaziklu79 Před 11 lety

    Amazing video of an amazing axe.

  • @kylesweet65
    @kylesweet65 Před 6 lety

    Incredible. Music selection was on point. Beautiful video.

  • @m0t0k0kusanagi
    @m0t0k0kusanagi Před 11 lety

    That axe is a thing of beauty, the work of a true artisan. It's inspiring to know this kind of craftsmanship is still out there.

  • @xploitedyouth77
    @xploitedyouth77 Před 7 lety +1

    4th video I've watched from y'all. and I am completely infatuated with y'all's work. Simply bravo! I truly wish I could pick your brain and learn your knowledge. as always please continue your efforts and continue to build one of a kind pieces.

  • @garetitz
    @garetitz Před 8 lety

    beautiful work!

  • @woodyrascel
    @woodyrascel Před 10 lety

    Stunning!!!

  • @CharlesG1982
    @CharlesG1982 Před 11 lety

    The music makes me all calm and in zen mode, but listening to the hammer and anvil and watching the tool come to life makes me want to go build a log cabin... with my teeth..... like a man!!!

  • @HuntsmanKOR
    @HuntsmanKOR Před 3 lety

    I love this video and birth of tool series

  • @BastHoen
    @BastHoen Před 8 lety

    Truly awesome video, in all respects. Love it!

  • @cvsahara
    @cvsahara Před 6 lety

    One of my favorite videos on all of CZcams.

  • @outbackladas
    @outbackladas Před 2 lety

    Very relaxing video, top job 👍. Regards from Down Under.

  • @87_North
    @87_North Před 7 lety +2

    you just earned yourself a new subscriber. these videos are incredible!

  • @user-rh3vr4zo7p
    @user-rh3vr4zo7p Před 5 lety

    The best video of a kind! Tears on my eyes .... it's the best gift ever! Made by own hands!

  • @pabloble2054
    @pabloble2054 Před 6 lety

    so lucky that i've found this channel. everything is amazing.

  • @Zyonkerz
    @Zyonkerz Před 11 lety

    Gorgeous video and skill.

  • @johngrenfell7171
    @johngrenfell7171 Před 6 lety

    Beautiful work on the axe, the video is great to watch hope you have made more

  • @rockco222
    @rockco222 Před 7 lety

    Just awesome and what craftsmanship.

  • @michaelworhatch1195
    @michaelworhatch1195 Před 6 lety

    Seriously amazing shots!! Props 🙌🏼

  • @bored.in.california2111
    @bored.in.california2111 Před 5 lety +52

    I could watch the whole video without the music and just be swept away by the natural sounds alone.

  • @lheureh1257
    @lheureh1257 Před 10 lety +2

    Very magical. Thank :)

  • @ManuManu-us5mh
    @ManuManu-us5mh Před 4 lety

    Superbe travail. Merci pour le partage.

  • @villamasewani5309
    @villamasewani5309 Před 9 lety

    Good video.Beautiful scenery..........Just beautiful...Very relaxing ..TQ

  • @pianomatteo
    @pianomatteo Před 11 lety +1

    Maybe I'm alone in this, but I actually find that most of the beauty of this film lies within the artisan craft itself. I'm unabashedly fascinated by their work. I'm definitely alone on this one, but I also feel that the Foreign Fields track is more fitting than the Bon Iver track. I love how the first 4 minutes are quieter and more contemplative, allowing for the sounds of the work to take over. The build happens at the perfect time when the tool comes together. I don't know, I sure liked it.

  • @francoisbultingaire6428

    Beautiful work realy amazing

  • @simonlimon7052
    @simonlimon7052 Před 10 lety +2

    Speechless...

  • @hedlund1986
    @hedlund1986 Před 10 lety

    You are truly an inspiration, this video captures your life so well, it makes you feel as if you are there as the tool is being created. Great choice in music, it really sets the vibe.

  • @timpelzel8542
    @timpelzel8542 Před 7 lety

    Thanks for making my day!

  • @mainehomesteaders3583
    @mainehomesteaders3583 Před 9 lety

    Great video... well shot!!

  • @nikolaypeev8725
    @nikolaypeev8725 Před 10 lety +1

    What a beautiful video, I love it :)

  • @LiamMitts
    @LiamMitts Před 11 lety

    please show more,can't get enough

  • @filmesalternativos
    @filmesalternativos Před 10 lety

    Wonderful video !

  • @b00gi3
    @b00gi3 Před 5 lety

    11/10 amazing work , great video.

  • @MultiMullethead
    @MultiMullethead Před 11 lety

    this is one of the greatest videos ive ever watched

  • @iridemotorbikes
    @iridemotorbikes Před 11 lety

    True craftsman ship, the video and music are perfect.

  • @Odqvist89
    @Odqvist89 Před 6 lety

    Such a thing of beauty...

  • @-_popengut_
    @-_popengut_ Před 7 lety +5

    beautiful

  • @sergiytsiupko2149
    @sergiytsiupko2149 Před 6 lety

    One of the best video I've ever watched

  • @Paradoxzon
    @Paradoxzon Před 11 lety

    This looks like a skill worth learning and that is very rewarding

  • @nosnos30
    @nosnos30 Před 6 lety

    That is an exceptionally beautiful knife!