Making Dragon Tongue Damascus pt.1

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  • @WillStelterbladesmith
    @WillStelterbladesmith  2 года назад +11

    Head to squarespace.com/willstelter to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code WILLSTELTER

    • @oldguy5381
      @oldguy5381 2 года назад +1

      Journeyman Wii, just saying hi.

    • @soonerfrac4611
      @soonerfrac4611 2 года назад

      Ready for part 74 of this series!

    • @n.j.s.5371
      @n.j.s.5371 2 года назад +1

      I think there could be an spam Account under your comments.

    • @alexparadi522
      @alexparadi522 2 года назад +1

      Hey Will. Someone using your picture as their avatar commented on my comment with scam trying to get me to text them.
      I reported it, but I don't know if you have greater abilities to report them since they are using your picture and impersonating you.

    • @ryanmeeker8587
      @ryanmeeker8587 2 года назад

      Do you ever take suggestions on new patterns for demascus steele projects? I wonder what a jelly role then twisted wood look like. I know jelly role is hard but it might look cool.

  • @giggityguy
    @giggityguy 2 года назад +97

    The sort of spatial reasoning it would take to imagine and predict these patterns is hard to fathom. The fact that techniques can be endlessly recombined means that pattern welding remains an exciting and developing field even after a thousand years

  • @Palestrike
    @Palestrike 2 года назад +15

    That "sheew" at the beginning really got me. one of the many reasons i keep coming back. great work Will; keep it up.

  • @davidc2012
    @davidc2012 2 года назад +33

    Looking forward to seeing the finished product! Found the voice over & switching between the drawing & the actual metal to be an interesting way to present the video. I'm sure that it shortened the overall length of the video, but enjoyed hearing the description as the different actions were taken with the steel.

    • @danjumawuse2739
      @danjumawuse2739 2 года назад

      Congratulations you're the shortlisted winner's of the ongoing giveaway..

  • @timothycurvin7670
    @timothycurvin7670 2 года назад +14

    It blows my mind how you can know exactly what the layers of steel are going to do and be able to plan patterns.

    • @sjv6598
      @sjv6598 2 года назад +1

      It comes from experience.

  • @alexhamon9261
    @alexhamon9261 2 года назад +3

    Have you heard about the recent discovery of 3D printed Damascus? General idea is canister shaped line drawings are printed in regular old PLA to give you cells to fill with metal. Pretty basic canister Damascus from there except for a small vent drilled into it. The PLA reduces to gas and carbon that migrate into the steel at forge weld heat. Massive potential for quickly making all sorts of mosaic elements.

  • @kekitech
    @kekitech 2 года назад +4

    Will, that pattern is absolutely insane. It is SO pretty. What the frig. I almost didn't click because my monkey brain was like "nah that's fake".

  • @robertzarfas9556
    @robertzarfas9556 2 года назад +6

    The drawings really helped me understand what was going on 😊👍

  • @slithery9291
    @slithery9291 2 года назад +5

    This has to be my favourite video you've done so far. Awesome planning and I can't wait to see the finished product.

  • @thebigb3ard
    @thebigb3ard 2 года назад +14

    Incredible dedication to your craft. It's truly a privilege to be able to watch you work.

  • @electricpaisy6045
    @electricpaisy6045 2 года назад

    Thank you for explaining how the Damascus steel moves in detail with every step. I always wanted to know that in previous projects.

  • @elrobbo6
    @elrobbo6 2 года назад +8

    Remember seeing you first appear on Alec's channel and now really good to see you out on your own making some really good content. Congrats!

  • @ericmitchell985
    @ericmitchell985 2 года назад +9

    Christ, my head hurt just trying to visualize that pattern. Looks freaking fantastic!

  • @MrGoesBoom
    @MrGoesBoom 2 года назад +6

    Your editing was really good this vid, looking forward to part 2

  • @tnlawman07
    @tnlawman07 2 года назад

    First time viewer here. Just found your channel. Love the enthusiasm you have for the craft. I have done basic studies in medieval blacksmithing, which obviously is somewhat different, and am impressed by how you break everything down and explain it very well even on the modern equipment. Very well done! I'll be watching more now.

  • @bfg1637
    @bfg1637 2 года назад

    Id love to see a fossil damascus canister project. All them cut offs, slap into a can. A memory of past projects knife.

  • @patrickhigdon7050
    @patrickhigdon7050 2 года назад +1

    love the new format, we don't need to see every last hammer pound and the narrative was good.

  • @nealthesmith1913
    @nealthesmith1913 2 года назад

    The drawings were a very useful way of explaining what you were doing. Looking forward to the finished blade.

  • @WiredWorkshop
    @WiredWorkshop 2 года назад +1

    Amazing project, it’s crazy to me how you can picture ahead of time on how it will look, it’s super cool to watch you put it all together. Really looking forward to you adding the teeth in the blade it’s sounds epic!

  • @MikeT
    @MikeT 2 года назад +1

    I like that you took the time to draw it out and explain it

  • @frankierzucekjr
    @frankierzucekjr 2 года назад +1

    Awesome man, I really like your idea with this. I cant wait to see what it ends up looking like. Also congrats on raising so much money to help the ones effected by the flooding.

  • @TheSurferboy2
    @TheSurferboy2 2 года назад

    So awesome to hear about your fundraiser! Can't wait to see this dragon's mouth, teeth, face, whatever it turns out to be.

  • @Moreton2
    @Moreton2 2 года назад +1

    Great video Will! That's a mighty involved pattern you're making there. I look forward to the rest of this series.

  • @Zogg1281
    @Zogg1281 2 года назад +1

    That knife is going to look amazing!! Can't wait for part 2👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @oldguy5381
    @oldguy5381 2 года назад +4

    Journeyman Will, good to see you busy. Just saying hi.

  • @dhgodzilla1
    @dhgodzilla1 2 года назад +3

    Make some Damascus Lawnmower Blades! LMAO seriously it would be cool

  • @Jaykex10sen
    @Jaykex10sen 2 года назад +1

    I love this behind the scenes closer look at your damascus planning process

  • @Grandwigg
    @Grandwigg 2 года назад

    Always a treat to watch these. Once again I somewhat regret watching with family, because it means I have to wait sometimes.

  • @darthmario6492
    @darthmario6492 2 года назад

    Absolutely loved the editing of the video, it flowed together really well and was equally educational! Can't wait to see the final project, good luck!

  • @Nick_Slavik
    @Nick_Slavik 2 года назад +1

    I'm really loving your channel, Will. There's a raw element to it that makes it feel very personal 🙂 I can't wait to see the rest of this series!

  • @robbie3068
    @robbie3068 2 года назад +1

    Love the experimentation of this build! Should be pretty cool when you finish it up!

  • @deonbabudayal1628
    @deonbabudayal1628 2 года назад

    Dude, you keep out doing yourself. Awesome, you sure to be one of the best leading knife Smith's in the very near future. Keep up the wonderful work and open mindedness. Taking this trade to greater heights.

  • @veego121
    @veego121 2 года назад

    Your ability to pre picture the end result is pretty astounding. Love it.
    Got to ask though, how in the world do you place a value to a piece made like this. Such an immense amount of work and effort.

  • @danbourlotos5188
    @danbourlotos5188 2 года назад

    I gotta say, I love this idea, and you have annihilated the execution. Building that pattern one idea at a time and constructing that aesthetic is something you are very good at. Starting with what you want your pattern to evoke and constructing those elements is my favorite part of making damascus. Its what makes this an art. I am super excited to see how this turns out.
    The few times I have let an artistic idea take me down a path like this have been some of my favorite smithing experiences.

  • @ShaMan54321
    @ShaMan54321 2 года назад

    Really, really enjoyed the way you edited this video! Excellent job switching between drawings and the actual forging.

  • @rogerrabbit348
    @rogerrabbit348 2 года назад

    Will, best video production yet, well done! Most profeesional looking since you went out on your own.!!!

  • @MrAustrokiwi
    @MrAustrokiwi 2 года назад

    Its been some time since I have watched one of your vids. I am now sorry I missed how you have developed your channel. I really like your presentation format, its respectful informative and delivered with confidence. Well done!

  • @lawrence500
    @lawrence500 5 месяцев назад

    I didnt realize how many crazy nice videos he did over the last year ... thats gonna take some time to watch

  • @kpuff2477
    @kpuff2477 2 года назад

    Another fun project. Thanks for continuing to make videos after you stopped working with Alec.

  • @nicholaseedy3244
    @nicholaseedy3244 2 года назад

    I love the time you take explaining patterns.

  • @froth7133
    @froth7133 2 года назад

    Huh …. Wowzer Will. Love the attempted explanation of your creativity and genius!!!

  • @platzpatron5476
    @platzpatron5476 2 года назад +1

    this will be the best damascus pattern ive ever seen. you really have a hand for damascus

  • @DinoQueenJoules
    @DinoQueenJoules 2 года назад

    Is it possible to show us how the patterns are done using things like play dough or clay? It’s really hard to imagine the patterns being made and I think that would be super cool to see.

  • @TheGunCollective
    @TheGunCollective 2 года назад +4

    This is freakin' awesome! Can't wait to see the rest of this.

  • @oneshotme
    @oneshotme 2 года назад

    Looking great so far Will!!! Looking forward to the finished product!!!
    Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

  • @ThesisTheFox
    @ThesisTheFox 2 года назад

    im hyped to see the final product. so far it looks amazing, nicely done will. keep being awesome!

  • @cyberwolf6667
    @cyberwolf6667 Год назад

    I love the pattern and I wondered what you did with the cut offs then I heard talk about reusing them. It got me thinking . You should make another katana but the traditional style using the cut off Damascus forged randomly for the outer layer and a lower carbon steel for the core. Using power tools in a old style blade design

  • @billwendt4309
    @billwendt4309 2 года назад

    I love your diagrams while explaining your design plan, especially with dirty, grungy hands. You do it WAY BETTER than Alec Steel because you're thinking it thru with the viewer instead of a rehearsed presentation. HINT: use a sharpie or super dark pencil so your drawing shows up better in the videos. Great work, keep it up!

  • @survivingminnesota8381
    @survivingminnesota8381 2 года назад

    Love seeing knife building

  • @ryancozza2282
    @ryancozza2282 2 года назад

    That is some art right there! Exceptional job sir.

  • @Zentron
    @Zentron 2 года назад

    I look forward to seeing the end result of your pattern welded steel blade, the pattern is very dramatic!

  • @8ank3r
    @8ank3r 2 года назад

    can't wait to see the finished knife.

  • @razghost2
    @razghost2 2 года назад

    I don't know what impresses me more, the actual work itself or how you consistently improve with mind blowing piece after piece. Also really enjoyed the editing and looking forward to the next part

  • @b2bogster
    @b2bogster 2 года назад

    Will you ar awesome! Your sound effects make me laugh everytime 😆 thank you!

  • @DarkArtGuitars
    @DarkArtGuitars 2 года назад +1

    Looks awesome already. Funny just how much material you need to make intricate damascus. Feels like you could forge half a Zweihänder from the material used here :D

  • @xman870096
    @xman870096 2 года назад

    I'm eager to see what the blade and finished knife will look like, knowing your attention to detail it should be spectacular!!!

  • @mmomox
    @mmomox 2 года назад +2

    Fantastic Will!

  • @dointh4198
    @dointh4198 2 года назад +1

    Great job creating your very own pattern. Very nice presentation of your thoughts.

  • @adambaron3802
    @adambaron3802 2 года назад

    loved the drawn explanation interspersed with actually making the pieces!

  • @Michaela_Ish
    @Michaela_Ish 2 года назад

    I love this style of video from you, it is very cool seeing each step as you explain the project

  • @elementjoe
    @elementjoe 2 года назад

    Beautiful. Well done!

  • @nobodynoone2500
    @nobodynoone2500 2 года назад +1

    DAng, you cut and grind away more sttel than I use in 3 blades. The result is awesome!

  • @Pjrfreitas
    @Pjrfreitas 2 года назад

    You just blow my mind with this patern!

  • @RatelLaw
    @RatelLaw 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing your expertise

  • @nathansmith1085
    @nathansmith1085 2 года назад +1

    That looks awesome and all, but it doesn't look exactly like the dragon's tongues that I fought. You'll have to try again.

  • @MagicBaking
    @MagicBaking 2 года назад

    Amazing work in this video the Damascus looks so cool, also I loved the editing and old film transitions

  • @billycurran9688
    @billycurran9688 2 года назад

    I can't wait to see it finished

  • @johnpawicz2297
    @johnpawicz2297 2 года назад

    That pattern is amazing!!

  • @ErikvanUffelen
    @ErikvanUffelen 2 года назад

    your mind must run on a different level than mine. No way i can follow these transitions. looking very forward to the final results

  • @paullmight42
    @paullmight42 2 года назад +1

    it's gonna be fire....pun intended

  • @hiol1
    @hiol1 2 года назад +1

    What a tease. Can't wait to see it!

  • @clydegibbs1222
    @clydegibbs1222 2 года назад

    I absolutely love the Damascus pattern

  • @johnsharkey2699
    @johnsharkey2699 2 года назад

    Sheeeeeesh great job Will I would love to see you colab with matt and ileah from that works that would be owsssssomeeeee

  • @Trollsky
    @Trollsky 2 года назад +1

    Damn Will, this power hammer is a beast !

  • @jefferybilby378
    @jefferybilby378 2 года назад

    Awesome Will, you always amaze me with your work! Keep on going , can not wait to see the finished piece

  • @jlfrandsen
    @jlfrandsen 2 года назад

    Great interpolation of the drawing and forging, very entertaining video

  • @elitster
    @elitster 2 года назад

    Great job Will

  • @clydegibbs1222
    @clydegibbs1222 2 года назад

    Love the sound effects

  • @jeffhreid
    @jeffhreid 2 года назад +3

    Great video!

  • @huntintrailmetals9343
    @huntintrailmetals9343 2 года назад

    Amazing pattern!

  • @jackriley7943
    @jackriley7943 2 года назад

    Man I love your stuff!!

  • @rhodie33
    @rhodie33 2 года назад +1

    great video

  • @secretsquirrel726
    @secretsquirrel726 2 года назад

    Well done.

  • @jaredpalko3015
    @jaredpalko3015 2 года назад

    Liked this new format

  • @troystaten5633
    @troystaten5633 2 года назад

    You are making some pretty amazing stuff, thanks for showing us.

  • @jimcorbett3764
    @jimcorbett3764 2 года назад

    I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product!

  • @AdamsWorlds
    @AdamsWorlds 2 года назад

    Whow thats allot of cash raised! Amazing effort.

  • @Fabrice1970
    @Fabrice1970 2 года назад

    So nice to see you elevating your game…

  • @jasonspear6351
    @jasonspear6351 2 года назад

    Good content will. Keep it coming!

  • @itzikca
    @itzikca 2 года назад

    Beautiful video

  • @dcallan812
    @dcallan812 2 года назад +1

    Great explanation and some good forge work. 2x👍

  • @Neumann1960
    @Neumann1960 2 года назад +1

    Love ur idea should look amazing

  • @bryanduchane2371
    @bryanduchane2371 2 года назад

    Amazing anyone can predict the pattern after all the steps involved.

  • @shanesmith7432
    @shanesmith7432 2 года назад

    Love the show will keep it up

  • @JohnRoberts71
    @JohnRoberts71 2 года назад

    Great content thanks for sharing

  • @shibasss
    @shibasss 2 года назад

    This is amazing

  • @mrtank1967
    @mrtank1967 2 года назад

    Looking forward to seeing this wonderful work of art.

  • @bbrachman
    @bbrachman 2 года назад

    Most people are not comfortable using that word. 'What word, Lois?' 'Swell.

  • @cwdavis1972
    @cwdavis1972 2 года назад

    Hey Will.... I've always wondered if using different shapes when forging would make more interesting patterns. Sooooo..... You roll the steel, then you square the steel, then you layer the steel...... Most shapes are either square or round that you forge the steel into, what would happen if you had a die that was triangular during the forging process? I know you can make triangles using round and square. But the triangle die intrigues me. Using all three shapes might create something unique.

  • @alexparadi522
    @alexparadi522 2 года назад

    Cool sounding project Will. Any chance you can find footage that would let you show how the steel actually looks like your drawn pattern at each stage? Like going over the final product and explaining THIS part is from the twist. HERE are the 'c's. HERE is the ladder.
    I also wasn't clear on what pattern would result from taking your Cs and twisting them.
    Sorry, my mind isn't made for imagining these things :)