I Made An Everyday Carry Knife (The Beginner Bladesmith)

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  • Опубликовано: 20 дек 2020
  • If you like this knife, you can make one just like it. Join my online course where I teach you how to make this EDC knife, made for beginners. Click Here: www.learnknifemaking.com/begi...
    Making an everyday carry knife does not have to be hard, or expensive. Mastersmith Kyle Royer shows you what it takes to make a simple everyday carry knife that has the detail everyone loves. So join us on this fun and relaxing adventure.

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  • @amigi968
    @amigi968 3 года назад +62

    The most amazing thing about Kyle is his patience.

    • @piccalillipit9211
      @piccalillipit9211 3 года назад +7

      Patience is largely what separates the professional from the amateur. I used to work with an old cabinet maker - he would spend 3 hours making a gig to make 1 perfect cut.

    • @knifethrower9733
      @knifethrower9733 3 года назад +5

      This is why he's a master bladesmith, his hand made stuff always looks machined

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад +3

      Thanks amigi
      Happy new year
      Kyle

    • @joejones9520
      @joejones9520 3 года назад +1

      I agree.

    • @wildanelsalman6053
      @wildanelsalman6053 3 года назад +2

      couldn't agree more

  • @harpodjangorose9696
    @harpodjangorose9696 3 года назад +57

    Be honest. You made this while you waiting for the Excelsior pieces to finish bluing.

  • @tyleranderson8751
    @tyleranderson8751 3 года назад +16

    I think this truly shows how you’re a master Bladesmith so much better than your mosaic swords. So clean and elegant made with minimal tools. Shows it’s not the tools that make the smith but your knowledge, thank you!

    • @MarcoSantosMAMS
      @MarcoSantosMAMS 3 года назад

      Don't forget, this guy have knowledge and ability, but also a good amount of talent!

  • @zanecoetzee5561
    @zanecoetzee5561 2 дня назад

    Just files and no belts. Your attention to detail is on another level. You got my sub!!!!!!!

  • @RedBeardOps
    @RedBeardOps 3 года назад +6

    Phenomenal work from a phenomenal Master Smith! Goes to show you don't need a garage full of tools to make an epic knife!

  • @GreenBeetle
    @GreenBeetle 3 года назад +70

    Inspiring

    • @MotivateThis
      @MotivateThis 3 года назад +3

      GB, I am a sub of yours as well as Kyle's. I have been a sub since you made a knife out of bacon and quenched it in beer! I love the new stuff you're doing with the bearings, but that lawn mower tapanga/parang is gonna be hard to beat.

    • @zproducts6080
      @zproducts6080 3 года назад +1

      Same as Jody, GB. Been a sub of yours and Kyle's for a long time and I agree with you on this as well. Kyle has some amazing knife making skills, as do you. Speaking of which... still hoping to see you make some copper mai. :D

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад +18

      You're Inspiring!

    • @amigi968
      @amigi968 3 года назад +5

      I knew Steve followed Kyle. Nice to see two of my favorite smiths here.

    • @jerrieyum
      @jerrieyum 3 года назад +2

      Green Beetle you are awesome 👏🏾

  • @j0hnn13K
    @j0hnn13K 3 года назад +18

    Kyle "Lets make a simple every day knife"
    Me "i'll be needing a display case for that knife!"
    Dang it Kyle, even if you keep it "simple" you make something that is downright gorgeous to see.
    As always, love your content man, to see a master at his or her craft is always inspiring and a true joy to watch.

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад +3

      Hey thanks jOhnn
      Happy new year my friend
      Dad

    • @j0hnn13K
      @j0hnn13K 3 года назад

      @@KyleRoyerKnives a happy new year to you too :D may 2021 be an amazing year for you :)

  • @brodypayne2671
    @brodypayne2671 2 года назад +2

    thanks kyle, that was excellent. i tend to get caught up in filling my workshop with equipment etc but this was a great reminder that only basic tools and a lot of patience and practice are required to make great knives

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  2 года назад

      Hey thanks Brody. Keep Forging On my friend
      Dad

  • @rorydonaldson2794
    @rorydonaldson2794 3 года назад +12

    This was a nice little surprise for us Kyle! Your persistence and dedication to all that hand filing was very impressive

  • @blackbeltjones7463
    @blackbeltjones7463 3 года назад

    Kyle, you are the quintessential dork.
    You make knives with a vision, a vision possible with your tools and capabilities, all while honoring your craft and the object itself. You create, in this case, applying the "more with less" mantra. You set out to realize a dream.
    Long live the dork!

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      Your too kind my funny friend
      Cheers from the Ozarks
      Dad

  • @codysimmons4489
    @codysimmons4489 3 года назад +4

    Just goes to show that practice and patience matter more than the amount of money that you spend on tools. Great work as always!

  • @BarbershopCustoms
    @BarbershopCustoms 3 года назад +15

    Simple and beautiful!
    Well made as always :)

  • @Aleeknives
    @Aleeknives 3 года назад +16

    What a beautiful sweeping design Kyle! I love that you forge the blade and the handle to shape before grinding! Your work always impresses me and also inspires me!

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      Thanks my friend
      Merry Christmas and happy new year
      Dad

  • @FireCreekForge
    @FireCreekForge 3 года назад +1

    Just proof once again that a craftsman is a craftsman regardless of the particular tools at his disposal.

  • @brysonalden5414
    @brysonalden5414 3 года назад +1

    Always refreshing to see a MS work with hand tools, and the knife speaks for itself; the maker is more important than tool choice.

  • @ameddler5370
    @ameddler5370 3 года назад +1

    This knife has so many details. It is awesome. Great lokking knife.

  • @chandlerevans3645
    @chandlerevans3645 3 года назад +3

    A true master at work! Incredible how you made this with just basic hand tools

  • @nooneyouknowhere6148
    @nooneyouknowhere6148 3 года назад +1

    I love that you are showing how to do this with simple hand tools that most people can access.

  • @camerongunn7906
    @camerongunn7906 3 года назад

    Wow! You make it look simple. Skill and patience right there folks.

  • @jb8086
    @jb8086 3 года назад +6

    I’m going to start a petition to officially add a G in front of MS. You really are Kyle Royer, Grandmaster Smith. Strong in the forge you are.

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      Hey thanks J B
      Keep Forging On my friend
      Happy new year
      Dad

  • @Garlaug
    @Garlaug 3 года назад +1

    This is one of the best tutorials on a knife build with only hand tools I have seen. Well done!

  • @XBullitt16X
    @XBullitt16X 3 года назад +1

    Even your "hand tool" knives look like masterpieces, the time patience and attention to detail always shows in your end piece. Isn't an understatement to say you're one of the best at your craft, certainly the best I have seen so far here on YT thats for sure.

  • @wappkid
    @wappkid 3 года назад

    That's the most badass knifemaking video on RUclips.

  • @abidwizardofoz9079
    @abidwizardofoz9079 3 года назад

    Absolutely amazing. I don't even know how you don't get tired. Attention to detail is outstanding. Great jobs MS

  • @breakawaybooks4752
    @breakawaybooks4752 3 года назад +1

    The taper on that tang is really nice.

  • @americancanyonknives6528
    @americancanyonknives6528 3 года назад

    Skills, skills of design,patience, hammer, file, technique it’s all here, sped up, but here. Very cool 😎 loves it

  • @brianschott8162
    @brianschott8162 2 года назад

    Wow... What a beautiful, yet elegantly simple knife. Who knew something like this could have so many hours dedicated to it!

  • @mkivy
    @mkivy 2 года назад

    It just amazes me at the skill level in which u create. U deserve all the kudos u receive. May u always grow and create! Thank you Kyle for all u show us and teach. Bless u and ur family. My parents are not with me anymore and it is lonely but watching u gives me strength and 🥲 joy!

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  2 года назад

      Hey Mike thanks for your transparency about your past. We are with you my friend.
      Dad

  • @motaman8074
    @motaman8074 3 года назад +1

    Meticulous work, as usual. Gorgeous!

  • @Lopro94
    @Lopro94 3 года назад +1

    I do appreciate that you let the process and the result speak for itself without comment. The montage is thorough and involving and I like to think you were listening to that music while making that knife.

  • @briansfattofitjourney2805
    @briansfattofitjourney2805 3 года назад +1

    Love the use of the Harbor Freight anvil...

  • @sampeers8854
    @sampeers8854 3 года назад

    Absolutely stunning, patience and care at every step and a flawless result. By far the best quality and attention to detail I have seen. Bravo

  • @aflatminor
    @aflatminor 3 года назад +1

    Oh WOW!! 😲
    What a beautiful piece of art!! 😍😍
    Even the little Mesters of bygone days here in Sheffield would have tipped their caps to you!! 👍😎

  • @keithkrone77
    @keithkrone77 3 года назад +1

    This is just incredible to watch.

  • @goldplatedbear2693
    @goldplatedbear2693 Год назад

    after watching many of Kyle's videos i think he is the best knife maker out there.i yearn to own that knife.

  • @Aleeknives
    @Aleeknives 3 года назад +4

    It was especially cool to watch all of the shop tool hacks in this video! Showing the alternative methods will help a lot of new smiths out that don't have all the fancy equipment yet! Just goes to show you can make an absolutely stunning product even without high grade tools! A+

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      Thanks my friend
      Merry Christmas and happy new year
      Dad

  • @jazzdroid
    @jazzdroid 3 года назад +1

    Amazing result comes from some simple tools.

  • @richardland5563
    @richardland5563 3 года назад +12

    Okay you’ve just proved it the best Knife maker on RUclips....

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      Hey thanks
      Feeling the love Smoker
      Happy new year my friend
      Dad

  • @pandeketutdarmanto
    @pandeketutdarmanto 3 года назад +1

    Very detailed at the process of making the knife👍

  • @cloudforest4087
    @cloudforest4087 9 месяцев назад

    The colored wood handle is marvelous.

  • @brendanesposito
    @brendanesposito 3 года назад +1

    So cool you demonstrated this with simple hand tools... very cool. Never underestimate a file!!! The forging saved some time away from the grinder too. And a quality product. Very reminiscent of the knife making I grew up with... the days before belt grinders... the days before grinders ... period!

  • @alexanderguestguitars1173
    @alexanderguestguitars1173 3 года назад

    Your quality of finish and attention to detail are phenomenal (like on the sword). Respect.

  • @MuppetSlayer
    @MuppetSlayer 3 года назад +1

    Master craftsmanship no matter the tool.

  • @QuinchGaming
    @QuinchGaming 3 года назад +1

    The level of skill in your hands and your eyes is nothing but awe inspiring. Such a level of personal craftmanship is, unfortunately, rarer these days and it makes me hopeful that people like you around the world keep these skills alive.

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      We all choose daily what we will make of it my friend. Failure in not final and fear is not fatal. Happy new year mate
      Dad

  • @mattybrookes1
    @mattybrookes1 3 года назад +2

    Wonderful! I find this way more inspiring than your usual videos. It really shows what can actually be achieved with the kind of setup that most of us have. Thank you Kyle and have a truly great Christmas.

  • @indianahoosier7113
    @indianahoosier7113 2 года назад

    His workmanship is just outstanding.

  • @TheRedhawke
    @TheRedhawke 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful work Kyle, I'm always amazed at how smooth and elegant your able to make that line at the top of the blade before you get to the scales look.

  • @nighttracker1472
    @nighttracker1472 3 года назад +1

    Great job balancing the audio and the tools, and great job on the knife too

  • @sudo_nym
    @sudo_nym 3 года назад +3

    Flawless! Moff Gideon would be proud to carry this!
    Merry Christmas 🎄

  • @arturhakobyan6850
    @arturhakobyan6850 3 года назад

    Simply awesome!!!! Everything was done with no power hand tools!!! You are amazing!!!!😲😲😲😲😲👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @jasonfisher9909
    @jasonfisher9909 3 года назад

    Amazing Mr. Royer you are truly a master at your craft and the reason I started blade smiting, I love the videos and it is an honor to watch and learn from you

  • @ConvenientGreed
    @ConvenientGreed 3 года назад

    Great showcase of your attention to detail even in your quicker builds. Love it!

  • @Jakeito413
    @Jakeito413 3 года назад +3

    I would die to have a "simple" EDC knife made by Kyle.

  • @jackwriter1908
    @jackwriter1908 3 года назад +1

    It looks really great and the wood... I don't have words for it.

  • @glenpaul3606
    @glenpaul3606 Год назад

    Beautiful knife. So much done by hand...lots of patience there. well done

  • @sergeyo8023
    @sergeyo8023 3 года назад +1

    As always, GREAT JOB

  • @True_MrYasaki
    @True_MrYasaki Год назад

    Hand Made ≠ Hand Made
    Great work, as always.

  • @jacobreynolds1072
    @jacobreynolds1072 3 года назад

    The distal taper between the tang and the scales is pretty awesome. Great work Kyle!

  • @jpanici
    @jpanici 3 года назад +2

    How bout a close to authentic katana but with power tools? 🤞 Great little frog sticker, finish on the blade was suuuper sexy. 👍

  • @MrxSheeK
    @MrxSheeK 3 года назад +1

    Holy Molly Kyle, you're as precise as a machine!

  • @NickHanley
    @NickHanley 3 года назад

    It's pretty great watching you make a knife like this from scratch.

  • @gustavoguerrero944
    @gustavoguerrero944 3 года назад +2

    Back to basics. Awesome as usual!

  • @IanZainea1990
    @IanZainea1990 3 года назад

    I love that the tang tapers. very cool touch

  • @DarthKuz
    @DarthKuz 3 года назад

    If somebody want's to start knifemaking... that's the perfect example how to do it! Love it! Not a big amount of tools and a great result!

  • @pabloramirezdiaz7668
    @pabloramirezdiaz7668 3 года назад

    Wow, so talented Master at his craft. Very inspiring !!

  • @hannable3871
    @hannable3871 3 года назад

    I love the wood for the handle scales its beautiful.

  • @Nikki_Foxx
    @Nikki_Foxx 3 года назад

    simple yet masterfully done. I absolutely love this knife

  • @ChristopherSalisburySalz
    @ChristopherSalisburySalz 2 года назад

    Amazing job! You did everything the hard way and it turned out awesome!

  • @alexanderguestguitars1173
    @alexanderguestguitars1173 3 года назад

    That holder you've got in the vice is a brilliant idea. Very simple and effective/easy to use.

  • @lArtisanBrasseur
    @lArtisanBrasseur 3 года назад

    No excuses. Simply

  • @davidstarr4349
    @davidstarr4349 2 года назад

    A truely amazing man at his best. Well done sir

  • @jorgeciv
    @jorgeciv 3 года назад

    Impresionante e inspirador!!!!

  • @nickmartian9527
    @nickmartian9527 3 года назад +1

    Oh! Another year ender knife.
    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to Royer fam tho I haven't seen Dad, Mom and Josh around while watching this video. 🗡🔥🌟

  • @andrejohnson6731
    @andrejohnson6731 3 года назад

    Kyle goes from crafting the most intricately detailed mosaic sword, using an assortment of power tools over a period of several months, to making a simple yet gorgeous, straightforward full tang knife with only handtools and elbow grease in one day.
    Bravo!

  • @andreaburatta658
    @andreaburatta658 3 года назад +1

    An EDC knife by him. That would be an amazing present for Christmas

  • @HashtagWhattaNerd
    @HashtagWhattaNerd 3 года назад +1

    Looks great! Love the choice of wood

  • @jaehallett3743
    @jaehallett3743 3 года назад +1

    Thank you, this is a wonderful Christmas present

  • @ibgeorgeb
    @ibgeorgeb 3 года назад +1

    beautiful.

  • @Hungrybird474
    @Hungrybird474 3 года назад

    1980 s disco wants this music back 👍👍

  • @levidedeaux5143
    @levidedeaux5143 3 года назад

    I mean everything you do is jus perfection man really it’s unbelievable

  • @levidedeaux5143
    @levidedeaux5143 3 года назад

    Y’all I’ve watched a lot of kyles videos and I truly believe we are watching the best knife/sword maker in this world today.. I would love to see one in person

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      Hey thanks my friend
      We’re going to be at Blade in Atlanta this year
      Come find us. We’re in the first row
      We’ll have a coffee break
      Be safe and be careful my friend
      Dad

  • @davidsegovia2397
    @davidsegovia2397 3 года назад +1

    This just shows that you don't need expensive tools to make something beautiful

    • @albertledesma5173
      @albertledesma5173 3 года назад

      Very true. You DO need a ton of patience though. 😬

    • @davidsegovia2397
      @davidsegovia2397 3 года назад

      @@albertledesma5173 I learned that out too when making knives from his course

  • @timfrye9147
    @timfrye9147 3 года назад

    Beautiful edc knife right there. Just like everything else I've seen you make. Great job. Keep the content coming plz.

  • @HighMXHubby
    @HighMXHubby 3 года назад

    Thank you for showcasing your talents! Have a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year!!!

  • @MrNuryaman
    @MrNuryaman 3 года назад +1

    Another beauty again.Conguratulations..

  • @kdayan656
    @kdayan656 3 года назад

    Pure art ..

  • @jakesells2379
    @jakesells2379 3 года назад +1

    It's a beauty!

  • @jeffreyoldham55
    @jeffreyoldham55 3 года назад

    Thanks for making this video, Kyle. I hope it was as satisfying for you as it was for us.

  • @jamesperkins9833
    @jamesperkins9833 3 года назад

    Beautiful work!

  • @noo-winloi7006
    @noo-winloi7006 3 года назад

    That fit and finish!

  • @asheddie
    @asheddie 3 года назад

    Fantastic. Love this style of editing too

  • @horiaatanasiu3173
    @horiaatanasiu3173 3 года назад +1

    Amazing!

  • @MotivateThis
    @MotivateThis 3 года назад

    That's a really nice design, Kyle. Thanks for the video.

  • @Wengelsworkshop
    @Wengelsworkshop 3 года назад +1

    Wow man awesome job!

  • @jasonrackley9912
    @jasonrackley9912 3 года назад

    Kyle, I just ran across your videos earlier this week and have watched quite a few of them since then. All I can say is wow!!! You are incredibly talented!!! I love your work!!! Keep it up 👍

    • @KyleRoyerKnives
      @KyleRoyerKnives  3 года назад

      Feeling the love Jason
      Good to have you here hanging out with us my friend
      Happy new year
      Dad

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 3 года назад +1

    This should motivate some new makers! Excellent tutorial on what is possible with minimal machine work. Great pattern of blade. Mini Bowie! 👍 😃

  • @dariocarafa3788
    @dariocarafa3788 2 года назад

    You have the most amazing blade profile. I think out of all blade shapes and makers and companies your clip point is the most aesthetically pleasing and my personal favorite. Even this simple handmade everyday carry fixed blade is gorgeous I would love to own even your simple knife like this if ever the day came where I could it would be my favorite in my collection

  • @marcinc.9437
    @marcinc.9437 3 года назад +1

    Really nice, respect.

  • @werner134897
    @werner134897 3 года назад +1

    You’re the man!

  • @franotoole2702
    @franotoole2702 3 года назад +1

    Flawless!