Making A Knife From Copper And Bandsaw Blades

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[@MrDavercadaver]

Beautiful choppa! Little tip: you don’t want to cut too much wood on the same bandsaw you cut steel with, without cleaning out the dust collector first. That’s a shop fire waiting to happen.

[@JPsBladeworks]

That never crossed my mind. Thanks for the heads up 🫡

[@user-tk8ck7yu4p]

😊😊

[@user-tk8ck7yu4p]

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[@terrywhite4702]

😊

[@13Voodoobilly69]

Seen a band saw fire in the machine shop I worked in. Just complete negligence by the person who cut the wood.

[@JSMCPN]

That copper "waveform" is amazing. Import an image of it into an audio editor and hear what it sounds like.

[@JPsBladeworks]

I have zero idea of how to do that

[@SueDohman]

I would imagine it would be a sharp sound. 😂

[@TomsBackyardWorkshop]

Shiinnng.

[@JSMCPN]

@@TomsBackyardWorkshop ⚔

[@cancer_sucks]

@@SueDohman 😂😂

[@jessereid8482]

I love that you used a solid bar of steel for the cutting edge. damascus is good for an outer layer, but I don't like it on the cutting edge because the different steels sharpen and dull differently, and the edge is less refined overtime. gorgeous build

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I dont do this for all damascus knives but i always do this if they incorporate copper or another soft steel.

[@wouldiwasshookspeared4087]

Love the running commentary, I know I'll probably never use any of this knowledge, but it's cool knowing why you're doing something to the blade.
And lol at the shoes!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks for watching. I just started commentary a few months ago and im still trying to get it down.

[@406751]

Bro…. Good job … I think you may be one of a few other knife makers on RUclips that constantly makes copper Damascus… Absolutely love the process. Knife looks amazing!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks. Glad you liked it. Im trying to work my way into mosaics soon. But thats a lot more complicated.

[@406751]

@@JPsBladeworks you’ll do well bud. I’m sure you know but look at a lot of Kyle Royer’s videos

[@JPsBladeworks]

@406751 i check out his work from time to time. Ive met him once. Cool guy.

[@vf19blue]

Marvellous! That timber is absolutely gorgeous, great choice.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks. I love the look of paduak

[@swifty2844]

Like the talk over the video explaining your processes 👍👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad you liked it

[@Zentron]

The wavy pattern of the copper does look really slick!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Im a fan of that look.

[@dedede9664]

really enjoyed the commentary, thank you for teaching us your skills

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@rynether9878]

Very pretty knife, I love the handle too. Beautiful work.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you.

[@DrTubeman]

Man, the copper & bandsaw chopper knife turned out absolutely spectacular and the wave pattern swirling is psychedelically hypnotic...a mighty fine build J P, cheers for the reel.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you.

[@ironthornkoncepts]

Beautiful work!!! Thanx for sharing your process!!! ✌️😎👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks for watching

[@riaannel3053]

Absolutely STUNNING !!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@tonyjuliano4673]

That is gorgeous! Awesome work sir. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@Uswesi1527]

Undoubtedly, definitely, a unique idea. The design is genuine. The Master Craftsman demonstrated a very advanced knowledge and expertise in metallurgy and metal treatment.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@jim2329]

wow - that's a beautiful knife!! Thanks for sharing!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@ironhammer3734]

Super beautiful pattern buddy, the padauk compliments the copper perfectly. Great build!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. Glad you liked it

[@exploringwithnug]

That is bad ass! I love it when copper is added to the metal! 👊💥

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad you liked it

[@Oz710]

Beautiful work. Turned out incredible. Fine job good sir.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@jackavalon8366]

Spectacular! And excellent control of which steel ends up where in the blade

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@nickp.777]

It definitely does have a wrought iron look to it! I like it, great job Sir!!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you!

[@yofyo]

that turned out so good I have no idea how that's possible man INSANE JOB

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. Glad you liked it.

[@chrisd3884]

That's beautiful! What a skill, thank you! 🤔

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@craigpreston8260]

gorgeous!
I enjoyed your production
great work!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@Martin-pb7ts]

Great piece of work. Really enjoyed watching that.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@ashleychambers7602]

Wow!!!! Thats a work of art

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@ClassicSteelRC]

Absolutely gorgeous knife!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@kendazley7230]

Super cool blade JP! I liked it even before you etched it.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. The copper always looks good on a knife

[@stevenkerr31]

Stunning!!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@bullvine2062]

Beautiful mate, great workmanship

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@wgkincheloe2458]

What a sick build!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@David-if9vi]

This is as good as anything you see coming out of Japan. This knife is unique. Kind regards, and greetings from Africa.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. Greetings from America

[@jermulaattori2259]

Very cool and informative video, and what a finish. Hats off, sir!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@vasuhardeo1418]

love the handle , and the blade looks sweet!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. Glad you liked it.

[@CharlieBasta]

Absolutely beautiful blade.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@Lifeaccordingtochrizz]

Absolutely gorgeous knife

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@cirrusdesigngroup]

Thanks, man. Well done really appreciate your videos

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate you watching.

[@hawkeye7834]

That's really beautiful excellent job building that

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@hawkeye7834]

@@JPsBladeworks u are very welcome

[@renepicard8113]

You have really improved your skills great job

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I try my best.

[@Mike-mm2bt]

That is absolutely beautiful job well done

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you very much!

[@HappilyHomicidalHooligan]

That is a truly GORGEOUS Blade...

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@brianweaver8024]

Sweet looking blade!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@browill9]

Awesome job brother 👏. Thanx for sharing 👏

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank for take you time and watching

[@ToddJDutt]

Really nice blade! What a fun concept with the copper in the core of it all. The handle could use more symmetry but overall very clean work!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@RegiPavan]

Masterpiece the knife and editing...

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@d0sitmatr]

in all seriousness, that is an absolutely gorgeous build man !
very well done, very well explained, going to pass this video onto my son who is a hopeful blacksmith (his choice)

[@JPsBladeworks]

Much appreciated!

[@bodiejay2859]

Outstanding knife. That came out beautiful. I really love it. ~Kevin

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks Kevin

[@TRichardsBlades]

I love working padauk, one of my favourite hardwoods

[@JPsBladeworks]

Once the wood is oiled it is a beautiful shade of red. One of my favorites for sure

[@TarotLadyLissa]

Love the copper! I bet your wife will be asking for a whole set of kitchen knives like this!!! I know I would!

[@JPsBladeworks]

If i had a wife 🥲🤣

[@TarotLadyLissa]

@@JPsBladeworks aww, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have assumed.

[@MR_BIGG_XXL]

Superb craftsmanship ❤

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@vicferrari9380]

Again Beautiful work.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@joerobertson7887]

Beautiful work. That thing is a "chopper" for sure.

[@JPsBladeworks]

You got that right!

[@vrod1a]

Beautiful work 👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@alz44]

Beautiful! 🤩

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you!

[@Little_River_Forge]

Bro congratulations on all your hard work paying off this past year . You came so far, keep going. You gonna do great things man

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate the support. There is plenty of cool things to come.

[@barrysegal4964]

Absolutely 💯% great

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@iamnoone9041]

That is a beautiful beast of a blade

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@measure_once_cut_twice]

The guy that just quietly dominates over here... Needless to say, I subbed

[@JPsBladeworks]

I appreciate it

[@supperwelder]

That is a beautiful chopper ❤❤

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@philochristos]

That looks really nice.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@Eremon1]

Beautiful blade.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@moeljas]

that's a sexy chopper. GET TO THA CHOPPPAHH!!!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

DA CHOPPPAHHH!!!

[@deadwingdomain]

It amazes me the copper stays to itself. An you say the nickel gives contrast. Thats so fascinating.

[@JPsBladeworks]

The nickel etches silver while high carbon steels etch black. The copper braizes the steels together. Its a very strong bond.

[@wagnersantana_]

Perfect job bro. Congractulation.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks a lot!

[@miketownsend6108]

Awesome job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@michaeldowney6533]

She's a beaut! I personally think it would look cool with the spine etched black as well, but that's just me.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Normally i would do it black but i wanted to try it like this since ive seen some knives with no black on the spine. Definitely makes the process easier but it doesnt look as nice.

[@paulfernandez2695]

One of the best I has think. Wishfulthink I could do a knife wave like this😊😊

[@JPsBladeworks]

Its not difficult. Im sure you can make one. Its just a delicate process because with not over heating the copper.

[@wangofree]

Beautiful work brother.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate you.

[@rvsbladesnthangs]

Great job my man

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate the support

[@MxEuphemia]

Gorgeous knife my dude!
Good luck with your viking build! Can't wait to see what you come up with

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I hope its a banger of a build and not a dud 😅

[@MxEuphemia]

@@JPsBladeworks YOU GOT THIS!

[@Gnomenutz]

Beautiful damascus build. You got my sub!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Awesome, thank you!

[@PaulSmith-zi3sn]

That's amazing !!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@R.J.MacReady1982]

Wow. The can at the beginning is so interesting. Never heard of this before.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Heard of what?

[@R.J.MacReady1982]

@@JPsBladeworks forging inside that square stock. That was really cool.

[@zentecgarage]

Nice stuff man, I´m just starting up and this was great to watch

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad you liked it

[@bat_city_texican_4584]

Thats a badass looking knife man good job ❤

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate you

[@grendalnewgod]

You can trace the profile of the handle onto one piece of scale material, mark and drill pin locations, then stack and pin continuing and opposing scale material in order to make fewer cuts while making the handle. Layers 1A, 1B, 1C, 2C, 2B, 2A temporarily pinned, then cut.

[@JPsBladeworks]

I normally do 1 scale one camera then i pin it to the other to even out the holes and to get the same layout off camera.

[@ExaltedDuck]

Gorgeous blade. The copper on black is really striking.
And don't get too comfy around that band saw. Time it takes to rip up a finger is a lot less than the time it takes to realize it's happening and react. (And I'm saying that with a half inch gash on my thumb from getting a little too comfy by the hacksaw blade on a clingwrap box in the kitchen a few days ago)

[@JPsBladeworks]

Them clingwrap boxes are dangerous 😳

[@ExaltedDuck]

@@JPsBladeworks yeah, who knew!

[@shaunsmith1825]

Amen to that. Your fingers get v. close to the band saw. Having worked in a joinery Ive seen too many ambulances and don't want you to need one. Stay safe.

[@QueensStandUp]

Thanks for the video.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for watching

[@hookedoutfitters4153]

Would you mind doing a video on your Prius? I would like to see how it’s made. Enjoy your videos. Thank you for teaching me a lot just getting started.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Prius?

[@jayceecombs6887]

I do so enjoy a copper build in a blade!
Tell me: Do you showcase your builds... sell them?
I would look forward to seeing, discussing, acquiring some of your work. Thank you, J

[@JPsBladeworks]

I have a website but i need to update it and make a few knives so i can have on there. Its tough finding the time to make something thats not a youtube video these days.

[@gothamantiquities2595]

Bruh, that was an awesome pattern with the copper like getting an EKG ! Best regards from your NY people!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Glad you liked it. Right back at ya from FL

[@virtusleather]

Looks awesome bro.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@mtnbkr8480]

Good luck with the viking build. 👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks Mountain Biker!

[@knauerkustom]

Thanks for the nice video! btw: I use Padauk often with my guitar builds, there is no need to stabilize ist. it´s dense and keeps its dimensions very good! some use it even as material for fretboards - the it has to stay stable and hold the frets etc. And padauk needs UV resistant finish to hold the vibrant red hues. it shifts very fast to poop brown :D

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you for the info. Ill look for some of that uv resistent finish so i can spray the wood.

[@mahskwahmontana7108]

Hell yea that’s some fine work u did there, and u got damn rights I subscribed.look forward to more awesome work u put out. Thanks for sharing

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks for the sub and for taking your time to watch.

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

Excellent work. It's wonderful watching a craftsman at work. That was a lot of hours, what would something like that cost?

[@JPsBladeworks]

Not sure. I never check my hours on these builds and since im really on a time crunch to get the video out sometimes i dont necessarily make something im willing to sell because im so picky with my work. This one im not sure i would sell.

[@Backwoods_870]

Beautiful

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@sharpy3453]

beautiful. an idea i had awhile ago that is similar would be doing a layer damascus with some copper layers, fold it a bunch, then twist it , cut that billet in half and put it around a mono steel core for the edge. maybe one day ill have the money to get someone to do it lol

[@JPsBladeworks]

That sounds insane. I bet the pattern would be cool. The only issue i see is the copper wanting to split from the steel when its twist but other than that it may be possible.

[@sharpy3453]

@@JPsBladeworks yeah, that could be the main issue

[@DanelonNicolas]

Ok. I'm in. subscribed. That knife was amazing 🤩

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate the support

[@Rayraywheelz]

Earned a subscriber. Nice build

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate the support

[@stefanfful]

Cool. Nice work and subbed!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you. I appreciate it

[@izzatu]

Nice looking blade

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@user-sq5zg3ys5k]

Very nice!!

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@Dontfearthereaper001]

Use cobalt bits for drilling through hardened steels. Works great.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Ill have to give it a try. I normally shy away because they are twice the price over hss or black oxide drill bits.

[@johnblase7830]

Great video.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@eskimo1000]

That's a very nice knife 🔪👍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@twisterwiper]

Wow, that’s fascinating.

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks

[@landroveraddict2457]

Seriously nice knife.👍👍🎉🎉

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thanks. I appreciate it.

[@MASI_forging]

The knife looks cool 😍😍

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you

[@vennom14]

Damn, sweet canister release

[@JPsBladeworks]

Thank you