Making An Heirloom knife Out Of An Old File

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  • Опубликовано: 15 ноя 2024

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  • @theriversexperience9383
    @theriversexperience9383  2 года назад +11

    While this knife is not available, I have a website where some of my knives are available to purchase. Please visit theriversexperience.com/

  • @justingriffin5802
    @justingriffin5802 4 года назад +244

    I finally received this beautiful piece of art from my father. It’s hard to describe what it means to us... The quality is second to none. Thank you so, so much for creating this for me!!!

    • @theriversexperience9383
      @theriversexperience9383  4 года назад +17

      I'm happy that you like it and it was a joy to create. I hope you enjoy it for years to come.

    • @joetheblacksmith8071
      @joetheblacksmith8071 4 года назад +4

      Christ only took almost a year

    • @rickeybullington68
      @rickeybullington68 4 года назад +4

      @@theriversexperience9383 you done a really great job .I have seen many of knifes made from a file but this is by far the best one that I have seen on utube .

    • @chrismee3083
      @chrismee3083 4 года назад +3

      you're a extremely lucky lad.
      congrats 👍

    • @ITALJUTE
      @ITALJUTE 4 года назад +9

      Wow, I can only dream of someone making such a beautiful thing for me. I hope it gets passed down to your great, great, great, great grandchildren and further.

  • @АртемийКлочанов
    @АртемийКлочанов Месяц назад +1

    There's full-tang, and then there's this.
    Awesome build!

  • @013105070510
    @013105070510 4 года назад +16

    That is possibly one of the coolest knife builds I have seen on here. Well done and thank you for sharing!

  • @janetjackson7031
    @janetjackson7031 6 месяцев назад +2

    One million views and 1.6k comments on my favorite knife! I’m so proud of you son!

  • @JGV_IX
    @JGV_IX 2 года назад +4

    Astounding workmanship! Truly a heirloom and doing justice to the heritage a tool can have!

  • @jimbusmaximus4624
    @jimbusmaximus4624 Год назад +2

    That's a BEAUTIFUL knife! You picked the perfect shape for that thick old file! It screams high quality vintage craftsmanship you can't get from a factory. ✌️

  • @jaylintz1683
    @jaylintz1683 3 года назад +2

    Apart from the music bringing back to watching Southern Comfort, lol, the quality craftsmanship of this knife was beyond outstanding.

  • @ricaradovargas8104
    @ricaradovargas8104 3 года назад +2

    That knife is the most beautiful knife i have ever seen in my life...the shape, color, handle...everything...i'll be dreaming to have one.

  • @khure711
    @khure711 4 года назад +9

    So much knife making content on RUclips anymore that it’s really hard to make a knife stand out in the crowd. Well you got my attention, absolutely beautiful craftsmanship.

  • @kotogray8335
    @kotogray8335 2 года назад +1

    I like it
    Leaving the file intact on the middle of the blade works really well on this knife

  • @dennoinoz4278
    @dennoinoz4278 4 года назад +3

    Very nice job. Definitely a father to son hand-me-down that can run for generations.

  • @kurtbilinski1723
    @kurtbilinski1723 2 месяца назад +1

    On top of it being something that his grandchildren and great grandchildren can admire, is that they can watch it being made on YT, pretty much forever.

  • @jeremeybeck7203
    @jeremeybeck7203 4 года назад +20

    I am a knife Smith, wanted to say this knife is something to be proud of.

  • @deezball6422
    @deezball6422 3 года назад +1

    looks great some modern things on it and itll still be timeless and look nice for years to come

  • @PhillyRacer121
    @PhillyRacer121 Год назад +3

    Id love to do this with one of the files i got from my wife’s grandfather. He was a union boiler maker and then a union electrician later in life. I inherited a ton of his tools including a plethora of files.

  • @philponder5460
    @philponder5460 3 года назад +1

    Wow in my 50+ yrs of playing with knives that might be the most beautiful knife build ive ever seen. Great job wonderful work.

  • @gnillut
    @gnillut 4 года назад +12

    I really like how elegant it looks from the side. I thought it would look big and fat with that beefy file, making the handle thick. You made it work perfectly! Nicely done!

  • @benmerritt5641
    @benmerritt5641 2 года назад +1

    That knife will outlast us all. What a fun video. Thanks for sharing!

  • @timdoyon1964
    @timdoyon1964 3 года назад +3

    I carve, create and build as a professional woodworker, so I’m a pretty skilled maker myself, and I gotta tell you: good job man! That was an awesome build and the final result was absolutely gorgeous! Your creativity, skill and workmanship are top notch. You have the right to be so proud of your work. You deserve great praise... Beautiful, just beautiful!👍

  • @chetanpanchal5517
    @chetanpanchal5517 3 года назад +1

    Nice utility knife from an old file. Thanks for your video.

  • @stormnnorman7769
    @stormnnorman7769 4 года назад +7

    Who couldn't love that knife. It's gorgeous, well done!

  • @frankpineda1832
    @frankpineda1832 2 года назад +1

    That’s a beautiful knife, good video. 👍🏼👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @Ben-ry1py
    @Ben-ry1py 4 года назад +22

    Beautiful knife, I love the thickness of the tang and the pattern of the file. Thanks so much for sharing. I started a small file knife about a year ago and got it ready to heat treat, but stalled on it. This is helping me get back on it.
    Cheers

  • @terryoldham108
    @terryoldham108 3 года назад +2

    You gotta love American craftsmanship. Job well done.

  • @wiggsan
    @wiggsan 2 года назад +4

    I can't get enough of file knives!! Awesome work, Erick!!

  • @DreadSpawn1
    @DreadSpawn1 3 года назад +2

    Definitely a knife worth handing down for generations to come.

  • @fredford7642
    @fredford7642 4 года назад +3

    That is a really fine knife that would be much appreciated, and a very fine hand it down. My most sincere compliments!

  • @zacharywarner1678
    @zacharywarner1678 4 года назад +1

    Very nice craftmanship on that bad boy! Great video also thanx.

  • @kevinfontenot5907
    @kevinfontenot5907 4 года назад +5

    Beautiful knife , love the shape. Definitely something to be proud of.

  • @jasonvliet-odonataknifeworks
    @jasonvliet-odonataknifeworks Год назад +1

    Can’t believe this was 3 years ago…definitely took a lot of inspiration from this one!…Love the banjo!

    • @theriversexperience9383
      @theriversexperience9383  Год назад

      Heck yeah lol, it's been a while.

    • @jasonvliet-odonataknifeworks
      @jasonvliet-odonataknifeworks Год назад

      @@theriversexperience9383 Hey, I forgot to ask, there is no “join” button on any of your videos for the members section you’re creating…at least for my YT app. I don’t know if it has something to do with me being on YT premium or not, but I’d like to join…just can’t see how to do it. Let me know.

  • @jaymanjay1030
    @jaymanjay1030 4 года назад +8

    That is pretty damn sweet and the fact that it has meaning makes it even more spectacular. Nice work

  • @darnick54
    @darnick54 Год назад +1

    A work of art…….absolutely stunning

  • @mikeperreira3451
    @mikeperreira3451 3 года назад +10

    Who the hell are the thumbs down people... I’d really love to see their craftsmanship.

    • @CarlAquaForce
      @CarlAquaForce Год назад

      How do you even see the thumbs down number? 🤔

  • @broadspectrum8933
    @broadspectrum8933 4 года назад +1

    Fantastic. What's amazing is you made use of an old file and made a durable beautiful knife.

  • @seandanielsen8311
    @seandanielsen8311 4 года назад +3

    This knife is epic! I’d be stoked for my dad to pass that onto me !

  • @ferenczieugen2984
    @ferenczieugen2984 2 года назад +2

    A very pleasant shape of the blade and the handle, I like that you left the patern of the file on the blade, it looks good but most of all I like the handle, the colors, the shape and the finish, they are all perfect for my eyes. Thanks for the video

  • @ScubaOz
    @ScubaOz 4 года назад +5

    Really like how you left the file markings on there, and that grain of the Zebra wood contrasting the laminate, very cool for sure, great knife!

  • @floppybeefcurtains7679
    @floppybeefcurtains7679 3 года назад +1

    The coolest knife I've literally ever seen.

  • @retiredtom1654
    @retiredtom1654 3 года назад +4

    What a nice way to keep a family heirloom. Different job for the tool but the "soul" of the piece has been past down...

  • @ManoNegraCG
    @ManoNegraCG 4 года назад +1

    It's not just you - it actually is awesome. Very beautiful piece. I also like how you preserved some of the old file on the blade as a reminder of its history and its previous owner.
    Two thumbs up!

  • @davidperez4325
    @davidperez4325 4 года назад +4

    great job. i just wish if i knew about this type of hobby back a few years ago, i might be making my own. sorry i missed that window. arthritis. its a bummer

  • @tfrowland
    @tfrowland 2 года назад +1

    That’s truly beautiful. I love the way the texture fades into the knife face

  • @zekejohnson4995
    @zekejohnson4995 4 года назад +7

    It would have been super cool to have seen the reaction from your friend when he seen it. Super cool knife.

  • @БоровПажилой
    @БоровПажилой 4 года назад +1

    That is soooooo cool knife! Very very nice work. Hi from Russia again!

  • @jjosifek1
    @jjosifek1 4 года назад +4

    You, sir, have some skill! That is one damn fine piece!

  • @rohitmitra7814
    @rohitmitra7814 4 года назад +1

    Great what to say. No words. Just BEAUTIFUL. Gorgeous..👌👍

  • @lencoGaming
    @lencoGaming 4 года назад +22

    This knife is awesome, I had seen lots of knives making videos but only commented on this video so far, its because I love this knife and enjoyed seeing you makes this knife. Thank you

  • @stjohnsriverrat7161
    @stjohnsriverrat7161 4 года назад +1

    Beutiful job with super end results.

  • @reneericci1398
    @reneericci1398 4 года назад +4

    THAT is a perfect knife. I'd love to see it with a nice quilted maple handle or something with a lot of chatoyance.

  • @luckywop
    @luckywop Год назад +1

    Just diving into knife making. This knife is beautiful, man! I love that you left the file design as it also serves as a cool memorial to the history. Great job

  • @78abmoreno
    @78abmoreno 4 года назад +10

    I'm normally partial to layered steel but this was a nice piece. And great idea as an heirloom.

  • @Lou.B
    @Lou.B 2 года назад +1

    Great work! I love that you highlighted the character of the original heirloom tool as part of the design! A terrific three-generation treasure.

  • @700bond700
    @700bond700 4 года назад +318

    I'm willing to trade my wife for that knife. she has a strong back and good teeth.

    • @theriversexperience9383
      @theriversexperience9383  4 года назад +26

      HAHA, this is an amazing comment!

    • @strengthchain
      @strengthchain 4 года назад +30

      But can she catch a chicken? That's becoming important these days, lol

    • @David-xy5sd
      @David-xy5sd 4 года назад +24

      Teeth are overrated 😉😉😉

    • @p.dejong4160
      @p.dejong4160 4 года назад +35

      Shane Van Wyk thats the reason why he still has his own teeth

    • @stevenross5859
      @stevenross5859 4 года назад +8

      mines got a crook back and no teeth she cant bite ya but shell give ya a nasty suck !! luv the knife brilliant job she a work of art !! thanks old mate!

  • @guillermoalfaro2714
    @guillermoalfaro2714 Год назад +2

    Hey 👋 there that's a beautiful knife 🔪 buddy wow 👌 👏

  • @bernysoto3096
    @bernysoto3096 4 года назад +3

    Excelente trabajo , saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷

  • @HogirMerza
    @HogirMerza 4 года назад

    The most beautiful knife I have ever seen

  • @freedomisntfreeamerica7151
    @freedomisntfreeamerica7151 4 года назад +3

    Awesome job! Looks great! The blade was a little short for my tastes, but that's me. I'm sure the son will love it. 👍

  • @asaalul4561
    @asaalul4561 4 года назад +1

    Excellent material and workmanship. Worthy of a collection. Thank you for sharing.

  • @BananasFroggy
    @BananasFroggy 4 года назад +5

    Very nice knife, and what's catching MY eye, is the shop! Tidy, neat, arranged, very pleasing to see!

  • @scottwilson5840
    @scottwilson5840 3 года назад +1

    BEAUTIFUL !!! The Lord sure blessed you with TALENT !

  • @MrZoo223
    @MrZoo223 4 года назад +5

    That is hands down the most beautiful knife I've ever seen.

  • @Gunn4u
    @Gunn4u 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful work , would love one . Looks like a good skinner too.

    • @Gunn4u
      @Gunn4u 3 года назад

      I so love this knife I have to have one. I will send you my contact info to your email. I am so exited!!!

  • @3rdgrade738
    @3rdgrade738 4 года назад +9

    the handle is outstanding

  • @jeffcarsello1725
    @jeffcarsello1725 4 года назад +1

    I think it turned out awesome too!

  • @smashrhythm
    @smashrhythm 4 года назад +3

    I would be very proud to own a knife like that

  • @REDARO11
    @REDARO11 2 года назад +1

    Sharpening choil my friend… always make it ;)

  • @williamgrissom1995
    @williamgrissom1995 4 года назад +37

    I wish I could afford a knife like that with an all macarta handle on the grip slabs for my EDC. Great looking knife. Thank you for making and sharing the video. Subscribed

    • @triune_blades
      @triune_blades 4 года назад +3

      If you ordered one one from me, it wouldn't be ridiculously priced. Look me up on Instagram and/or Facebook. 😊

  • @onurkarabulut2429
    @onurkarabulut2429 4 года назад +1

    It is really a very nice knife. The body size and thickness are very nice. I really like

  • @paulhanley6571
    @paulhanley6571 4 года назад +3

    Truly a work of beauty

  • @ITALJUTE
    @ITALJUTE 4 года назад +1

    One of the most beautiful knives I've ever seen. You're right to be proud.

  • @Abda.lkader.gta89
    @Abda.lkader.gta89 4 года назад +4

    Wonderful beauty. Finishing a knife is very beautiful. It is nice to have such a knife. I hope you have a beautiful knife like this. Thank you, brother

  • @bd9375
    @bd9375 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful knife and 1st class workmanship. Love your shop.

  • @donavantew8278
    @donavantew8278 4 года назад +4

    Job well done 👍. Well done indeed

  • @gregh7766
    @gregh7766 4 года назад +1

    That is a beautiful repurposed tool into a blade! Thanks for putting this on line!

  • @Seniorsix
    @Seniorsix 4 года назад +4

    Absolutely gorgeous!

  • @stayhealthy6954
    @stayhealthy6954 2 года назад +1

    Awesome and beautiful knive.

  • @darthbaker820
    @darthbaker820 4 года назад +5

    I have some of my grandfather's old files and would love to meet a knife for my daughter. Great idea, thanks for sharing.

  • @jameshattaway7017
    @jameshattaway7017 3 года назад +1

    Wow. Really beautiful knife.

  • @ryanshaw3543
    @ryanshaw3543 4 года назад +6

    Stunning knife dude but... please lower the volume of the music. No problem with the actual banjo ditty itself rather it's just a little too loud so that it distracts a little

  • @maelf7921
    @maelf7921 4 года назад +3

    hi, i really like the design of the knife, you could give us the patterns please

  • @bjones2513
    @bjones2513 3 года назад +1

    I’d say that it turned out absolutely beautiful and what good craftsmanship. Outstanding!

  • @ToddSloanIAAN
    @ToddSloanIAAN 10 месяцев назад +1

    Sporty looking and nice craftsmanship.

  • @ytwilhemg
    @ytwilhemg 4 года назад +21

    What a beautiful piece you made there, when your clients ask for a knife how many days o time do you need for deliver the piece? Love your work. 🔪

    • @theriversexperience9383
      @theriversexperience9383  4 года назад +9

      Thank you! It really depends on the design of the knife and the difficulty. I try to make sure I leave enough room in my time estimates for life stuff to happen, if I get it done before that then that's just a plus lol.

    • @zamrizain4873
      @zamrizain4873 4 года назад +1

      One 4 me to...

  • @DartyFL
    @DartyFL 4 года назад

    Very nice looking fixed blade. That's a lucky son!

  • @brianminkc
    @brianminkc 4 года назад +3

    Shes a beauty. Your very good at that trade.

  • @johnmitchell1614
    @johnmitchell1614 2 года назад +1

    That's a little beauty! I didn't know you could centre punch a mark on a file. Best regards.

  • @TheMadSqu
    @TheMadSqu 4 года назад +3

    I have to admit that I am a littlebit jealous that its not my knife...

  • @jackdub75
    @jackdub75 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful knife! I really enjoy watching these videos, as I find it thoroughly therapeutic. Thanks!

  • @abhijitghosh5662
    @abhijitghosh5662 4 года назад +12

    This knife felt sharp even before it was made.

  • @riavanniekerk3596
    @riavanniekerk3596 2 года назад +1

    Absolutely love this knife... wow.. awesome.. greetings from South Africa..

  • @christiandolan4421
    @christiandolan4421 4 года назад +8

    Great knife , but STOP with that annoying music. Had to turn the volume down!!

  • @MrJimcarlton
    @MrJimcarlton 4 года назад +1

    Clawhammer banjo was a good idea. Nice touch.

  • @johnnyboy1586
    @johnnyboy1586 4 года назад +7

    Should have read your coment further down about you tempering the steel 🥴

  • @ronniecaudle3044
    @ronniecaudle3044 3 года назад +1

    Just seen the knife you made it's all some . Good job

  • @celtdawg01
    @celtdawg01 4 года назад +5

    Would like for the 127 people that disliked this video to post videos of their own.

    • @aisabygrave5901
      @aisabygrave5901 4 года назад +2

      Trolls will be trolls. They're always gona be there and there isn't anything we do about it.

  • @lesterfreeman3713
    @lesterfreeman3713 4 года назад

    A few words about this knife. Amazing, incredible, stupendous. Seriously that is one hell of an heirloom piece. I hope the kid appreciates the level of craftsmanship that’s in it. Great job!

  • @topherz9109
    @topherz9109 4 года назад +4

    Hanzo:If you should run into GOD, GOD himself would be cut. Great video and what a great looking knife

  • @mylife6453
    @mylife6453 Год назад +1

    Super fine knife! Really great functional shape too.

  • @JohnFilax
    @JohnFilax 4 года назад +10

    Fucking Awesome