Thank you sooo much for not adding elevator music to your background! That crap is a RUclips endemic plague these days for some weird reason. I immediately subscribed!
Finally somebody explains what you're putting on the steel for one and what the borax actually does to the steel. Thank you very much for explaining that I have been asking on forging channels for quite some time now. So again thank you very much I appreciate it.
Aw yes… the good ol days in the oil patch… 👍 I’ve got some more weird stuff to forge if you want, let me know, maybe I can come down & learn to blacksmith a little🤔
couple of tips 1 before you twist it get it up to forge welding temp and tap it on the ground to open it up just a bit flux it up and twist it it gets a lot of the inclusions out of it and then you want to twist it at least 2 times then use a hand hammer on the first weld and turn it in the direction of the twist to tighten it then you can draw it out
I should count how many knives I have watched made from stacks of metal. Start to finish at least 25 knives I think. Great idea to vid this craft. Excellent.
Finally, finally, finally! Somebody knows how to talk and work with their hands at the same time or even dub voice in. So refreshing thank you great video
When cleaning the cable, after welding the ends you should actually open the cable up by untwisting it and then flexing then twisting it tighter, this gets the flux into the center bits and helps clean the cabel
In cleaning the cable prior to forging I might suggest an ultrasonic degreasing which should pull the grease/oils imbedded within the cable. Nice looking blade!
The first knife i made, when i was 16 ( 40 years ago ) was a stiletto, made out of a piece of Bofors ? steel It was very decidable to many people, so i ended up selling it. 2-3 years later during my machine worker apprenticeship, i also spent some time in the forge and beating on steel, even if it is not a part of the education, but as i had a good grip on the machines i could more or less come and go in any shop i liked to ( this was at the Danish railroads ) Made a few hunting knives for relatives, or that is they was knifes for myself, but got sold off to relatives that did hunting.
dropping the cable into an ultrasonic water bath would probably remove a ton of stuff from inside, you might even unwind it a bit before the ultrasonic, then tighten back up later. Great work
Just FYI, as it seems few people know this, you're using your groove-joint pliers backward. They're designed (if not cheaply and carelessly produced) to turn with the lower jaw moving forward, just like a pipe wrench or adjustable wrench. Many even have angled teeth that will only bite well in that direction. It seems like a small thing, I'm sure, but it can make a huge difference when you need every advantage you can get.
Awesome. My work is no where near the level of yours, but I have made Damascus wood working tools from cable using a coal forge and hand bellows. Worked at a state park and wasn’t allowed to make knives, although a few sharp letter openers might of happened.
The handle and over all shape of the piece is very Celtic anthropomorphic sword. So that's probably why you were getting that "primal" vibe from it. Overall it came out great.
I've been using drill bits as an improvised mill bit for years and have never broken one, patience is key but it works, cool dagger, keep on and stay safe!
That is cool how he puts the footage together, and then gets his thoughts together and lays audio on top. Too many youtubers stop and explain stuff when they could do it this way.
I really appreciate your candor in discussing what you might have done differently! I love the knife, and it is always interesting to see different makers approach cable in different ways. I know some folks advise untwisting it after it's hot to flux it, but I'm not sure that ultimately makes much difference.
Thanks! Yes, i hadn't thought of / heard about the untwisting method until after this project, but it might be a good idea, particularly with dirty cable.
Helpful tip for starting threads, put the tap or the part in the drill press chuck and the other in the vise. Spin first couple threads by hand, if powered after, then use low speed and don't bottom out on an immovable part.
That was absolutely awesome! I think it's a great knife and anyone would be proud to own it. I would say though I think looks more like something a gambler from the old west era would have had. So you could definitely call it old west style. God bless
Was scrolling, looking for forging videos to watch and came across this one. One word description: Outstanding! Loved i from start to finish, especially the commentary. Found it fascinating and educational. End result was a beautiful, one of a kind knife and a new channel to subscribe to. Thank you for taking the time to film, edit and post. Happy Thanksgiving and stay safe out there. 👍✌
one tip is to heat it up.. untwist it alittle.. get some flux in there, reheat and twist it back tight again. ive had de-lams many times and this is the way ive found to avoid it
I am at 8.05 mins into this video and finding myself intensely interested in something I have no other connection to nor experience of. But your informative style, smooth delivery, and explanation of each step make compelling viewing. The lack of background music that is so often a real distraction is a big bonus. I will keep watching and thanks for a great video!
I work in the rope mill. That most likely made that cable so this is really cool to me. Not really into this forging stuff. But definitely interesting. The only way to weld through that lube. Is just turn heat way up
Nice trick on making the blade symmetrical. I think nxt time, once you get your preferred side fold it on the center then cut it as a template and then put it over the blade and mark the excess.
I really like this format. Good job! I'm not a blacksmith, but (because of a certain show...you know the one and RUclips) I love learning about the art. This new format is a lot like a class. I know the knowledge is useless unless I heat a piece of steel and beat it, but I enjoy learning. Thanks for teaching us "lurkers".
Nice video, a very cool result! Definitely don't want to break off the blade of your cable steel dagger with antler/leather handle IN THE EYE SOCKET OF A GRIZZLY BEAR! 😯🤣
Amazing looking blade! When you started stacking the leather pieces on the handle, though, I was thinking, "How is THAT going to work???" 😄 I have to say it was fascinating watching how you transformed it into that finished work of art. Bravo!
I'd try pressure washing it with the ends welded to try to force out grease and what not, after a good acid bath, maybe vinnegar? I'd think that you can remove pretty much every speck of grease like that
It would be cool to see something like this but have it inside a spring ( if thats possible) and see what those continuous wide turns with all the small sharper turns of a cable would make together with possibly powdered steel
Sounds like that would be cool. Probably the real difficulty would be having the pattern of the cable showing between the spring. Don't know how you would accomplish that
I don't know if you play Skyrim, but this looks to me a lot like it would be a Forsworn blade from the Forsworn faction in that game! Very cool looking blade!
Somehow the finish of this blade looks even more authentic than some of your other (fantastic) work the subtle character of the etch really has a real “I worked hard to make this” feel, and as you said it has a primitive charm that really focuses on the downright business end of things. This is the kind of steel I’d like to have in my collection 👍
Fred flintstone would be proud!! No, really, nice work! A machinist showed me a tip for tapping/threading, which he used the drill press to stabilize his tapping handle, which keeps it centered and stable when threading. Don't know if it's helpful or not, but it works.
Funny that I watched your Forged In Fire contest last night (congratulations on the win, btw) where your first project was to make a dagger. This is just stunning!
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Thank you sooo much for not adding elevator music to your background! That crap is a RUclips endemic plague these days for some weird reason. I immediately subscribed!
This was prolly one of the cooler builds back in the day. It was fun
The BEST knife Channel in the world.
Finally somebody explains what you're putting on the steel for one and what the borax actually does to the steel.
Thank you very much for explaining that I have been asking on forging channels for quite some time now.
So again thank you very much I appreciate it.
Aw yes… the good ol days in the oil patch… 👍
I’ve got some more weird stuff to forge if you want, let me know, maybe I can come down & learn to blacksmith a little🤔
Always fun watching you create a blade.
@@miketheknife2 thank you
couple of tips 1 before you twist it get it up to forge welding temp and tap it on the ground to open it up just a bit flux it up and twist it it gets a lot of the inclusions out of it and then you want to twist it at least 2 times then use a hand hammer on the first weld and turn it in the direction of the twist to tighten it then you can draw it out
Just what I was going to say
@@Arcainmech2 me too
i like the softend spine on the smaller knives this one is perfect
I love how you went from sprinkling the flux to just straight up pouring it on
You’re knifes are always nice 👍
I am very impressed and interested in getting into making knives. I'd appreciate all the help you can give and will be watching your videos.
I should count how many knives I have watched made from stacks of metal. Start to finish at least 25 knives I think. Great idea to vid this craft. Excellent.
This was a cool project. Thanks for taking us along for the ride!
Thanks for watching!
Finally, finally, finally! Somebody knows how to talk and work with their hands at the same time or even dub voice in. So refreshing thank you great video
You should really check out green beatle on RUclips
Look up green beatle he does it in the same style as this guy
It had a cool pattern and came out great looking
Those channel lock pliers have a certain side for each direction that you use depending on the direction you're going.
Forge welded cable is wonderfully strong, tough and beautiful! Love your work Elijah.
Thank you!
When cleaning the cable, after welding the ends you should actually open the cable up by untwisting it and then flexing then twisting it tighter, this gets the flux into the center bits and helps clean the cabel
That tip on twisting the cable tighter probably something I wouldn't have thought of, but seriously makes a lot of sense 👍
In cleaning the cable prior to forging I might suggest an ultrasonic degreasing which should pull the grease/oils imbedded within the cable.
Nice looking blade!
You did the right thing. I got no use for a dagger but yours turned out raw and proto iron age cool. I'm impressed with your work.
Thanks for the video !! I was surprised to see you are wearing a ring while working.
the antler pieces for gaurd and pommel very creative and they looked cool too
The first knife i made, when i was 16 ( 40 years ago ) was a stiletto, made out of a piece of Bofors ? steel
It was very decidable to many people, so i ended up selling it.
2-3 years later during my machine worker apprenticeship, i also spent some time in the forge and beating on steel, even if it is not a part of the education, but as i had a good grip on the machines i could more or less come and go in any shop i liked to ( this was at the Danish railroads )
Made a few hunting knives for relatives, or that is they was knifes for myself, but got sold off to relatives that did hunting.
I like your ammo box for the M67. Deadly stuff.
I am just a huge fan of neat straight blades like this one! Reall love the overall sleak design and the etching come out great as well!
Really like the rope in the center. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
dropping the cable into an ultrasonic water bath would probably remove a ton of stuff from inside, you might even unwind it a bit before the ultrasonic, then tighten back up later. Great work
20:12 ... By use of the drill press chuck and table (NOT the MOTOR!!!) ... you can get the tap exactly square first time everytime
Just FYI, as it seems few people know this, you're using your groove-joint pliers backward. They're designed (if not cheaply and carelessly produced) to turn with the lower jaw moving forward, just like a pipe wrench or adjustable wrench. Many even have angled teeth that will only bite well in that direction.
It seems like a small thing, I'm sure, but it can make a huge difference when you need every advantage you can get.
Doing gas line for a few years I instantly noticed it. The teeth are actually angled in such a way that makes it grab much better when used correctly
That handle looks amazing! I love the primitive look!
Awesome, thanks!
Dude! I like that antler guard! I want to do that now. Especially since it has been years since I had an original idea! That's cool looking.
Masterpiece, thx a bunch
Such a gifted craftsman
Love the antler guard
Looks great.
Like the rustic look
it looks soooo good
Awesome. My work is no where near the level of yours, but I have made Damascus wood working tools from cable using a coal forge and hand bellows. Worked at a state park and wasn’t allowed to make knives, although a few sharp letter openers might of happened.
Nice!
Super Cool!!!
The handle and over all shape of the piece is very Celtic anthropomorphic sword. So that's probably why you were getting that "primal" vibe from it. Overall it came out great.
Thanks!
Very sharp👍👍👍& beautiful ❤️❤️❤️
I've been using drill bits as an improvised mill bit for years and have never broken one, patience is key but it works, cool dagger, keep on and stay safe!
What interesting design ideas. Thanks!
Beautiful work, and, excellent narration. Always enjoy watching your vids.
Thank you!
1:25 .. Some larger (and older examples) of Cables like this, have a regular hemp or manila, oil soaked, rope in the very centre.
*Unique and great!*
Really cool
Thanks!
Turn those channel lock pliers so that you push toward the smaller jaw. This way they try to tighten as you push on them to get a better grip.
Duly noted!
Love your attitude of go with the flow. Awesome knife mate. Great channel,keep up the good work
Thank you so much for your detailed description of your working processes.
You bet, thanks for watching
@Storm Lee Thanks for watching!
Very nice
i love the handle
Thank you!
Turned out real nice…
I really like your commentary man, it’s extremely thoughtful and gives me a great deal of ideas for my projects. Thanks
Awesome, thanks for watching!
That is cool how he puts the footage together, and then gets his thoughts together and lays audio on top. Too many youtubers stop and explain stuff when they could do it this way.
I agree! It's nice to see commentary that not only explains what you're doing but also why you're doing it.
I really appreciate your candor in discussing what you might have done differently! I love the knife, and it is always interesting to see different makers approach cable in different ways. I know some folks advise untwisting it after it's hot to flux it, but I'm not sure that ultimately makes much difference.
Thanks! Yes, i hadn't thought of / heard about the untwisting method until after this project, but it might be a good idea, particularly with dirty cable.
@@FireCreekForge i know im pretty late here, but a good soak in a solvent would clean a lot of the oils inside the cables
that's pretty sick!!
Very nice blade...
Thanks!
Beauty boot knife
Turned out really nice
Your freehand grind is second two few very nice blade work.
Thank you
Helpful tip for starting threads, put the tap or the part in the drill press chuck and the other in the vise. Spin first couple threads by hand, if powered after, then use low speed and don't bottom out on an immovable part.
Thought same shit
That was absolutely awesome! I think it's a great knife and anyone would be proud to own it. I would say though I think looks more like something a gambler from the old west era would have had. So you could definitely call it old west style. God bless
Cool, thanks!
Great!
If your wire rope was from a lifting device, such as a crane or winch you can be pretty much bet it is plow steel
Is plow steel any good?
@@rickywhiting8774 very tough steel similar to 1080/1084 but it lacks in corrosion resistance and edge retention
Was scrolling, looking for forging videos to watch and came across this one. One word description: Outstanding! Loved i from start to finish, especially the commentary. Found it fascinating and educational. End result was a beautiful, one of a kind knife and a new channel to subscribe to. Thank you for taking the time to film, edit and post. Happy Thanksgiving and stay safe out there. 👍✌
Thanks for watching!
yeah amazing knife from some rough steel! look for the 65000 dollar sword. crazy
one tip is to heat it up.. untwist it alittle.. get some flux in there, reheat and twist it back tight again. ive had de-lams many times and this is the way ive found to avoid it
I am at 8.05 mins into this video and finding myself intensely interested in something I have no other connection to nor experience of. But your informative style, smooth delivery, and explanation of each step make compelling viewing.
The lack of background music that is so often a real distraction is a big bonus.
I will keep watching and thanks for a great video!
That's awesome, thanks! I appreciate the feedback and you watching.
@@FireCreekForge 😃
it was nice not to have to hear club music while watching a knife made.
That's what I call really foraging
You eat steel ?
I like that. ...cable damascus is not something I have tried either so could be an interesting project.
I work in the rope mill. That most likely made that cable so this is really cool to me. Not really into this forging stuff. But definitely interesting. The only way to weld through that lube. Is just turn heat way up
Ridiculous. Over the top. Awesome work! God Bless.
Thanks!
That knife is RAD AF! I want one.
Great looking blade. Lots of good info
Man i was planning on making one of those for myself, now i know how haha. That looks awesome mate! Congrats and thank you for the knowledge!!
Thanks, glad it helped!
Super👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Really great video, enjoyed it from start to finish. Well done!!!
Thank you!
a stacked or wrapped leather handle with brass ends would've been super cool
Nice trick on making the blade symmetrical. I think nxt time, once you get your preferred side fold it on the center then cut it as a template and then put it over the blade and mark the excess.
I really like this format. Good job! I'm not a blacksmith, but (because of a certain show...you know the one and RUclips) I love learning about the art. This new format is a lot like a class. I know the knowledge is useless unless I heat a piece of steel and beat it, but I enjoy learning. Thanks for teaching us "lurkers".
I appreciate it, thanks for watching!
Very nice.
Nice video, a very cool result! Definitely don't want to break off the blade of your cable steel dagger with antler/leather handle IN THE EYE SOCKET OF A GRIZZLY BEAR! 😯🤣
also if you boil the cable in hot caustic soda / liquid plumber, it will remove all the grease within the strands.
It will?
18:51 Machinist drilling 101: center drill first. If you really want to do some advanced drilling, use flat bottom drills.
Amazing looking blade! When you started stacking the leather pieces on the handle, though, I was thinking, "How is THAT going to work???" 😄 I have to say it was fascinating watching how you transformed it into that finished work of art. Bravo!
Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya 🙌🙏
That was a challenging project for sure. Looks great!
Thanks Steve! I'm putting the handle on your knife this next week btw
That's awesome! can't wait to receive it
I'd try pressure washing it with the ends welded to try to force out grease and what not, after a good acid bath, maybe vinnegar? I'd think that you can remove pretty much every speck of grease like that
“ You don’t wanna snap it off in a grizzly bears eyesocket” is why I’m subscribing. That and the BS knife.
It would be cool to see something like this but have it inside a spring ( if thats possible) and see what those continuous wide turns with all the small sharper turns of a cable would make together with possibly powdered steel
Sounds like that would be cool. Probably the real difficulty would be having the pattern of the cable showing between the spring. Don't know how you would accomplish that
Nice workshop band-aide👍
cable has fiber core so that not just oil that comes in the fiber. the tighter you pull the fiber oils the cable
I don't know if you play Skyrim, but this looks to me a lot like it would be a Forsworn blade from the Forsworn faction in that game! Very cool looking blade!
Somehow the finish of this blade looks even more authentic than some of your other (fantastic) work the subtle character of the etch really has a real “I worked hard to make this” feel, and as you said it has a primitive charm that really focuses on the downright business end of things.
This is the kind of steel I’d like to have in my collection 👍
Thanks you sir
Always twist any metal skinny strands used. It's a must definitely.
Great looking dagger. Very unique
Thanks!
I wish you would of soaked the blade in a coffee bath to really bring out the patterns of the Damascus more.
All in all a pretty good knife.
👍
Fred flintstone would be proud!! No, really, nice work! A machinist showed me a tip for tapping/threading, which he used the drill press to stabilize his tapping handle, which keeps it centered and stable when threading. Don't know if it's helpful or not, but it works.
Thanks! Yes that's a good tip
If you ever get enough money, you should get a Rockwell tester
Funny that I watched your Forged In Fire contest last night (congratulations on the win, btw) where your first project was to make a dagger. This is just stunning!
Thanks and welcome!