How I Forged a Small Carving Adze from Scratch

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  •  5 дней назад +26

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    • @USMichigunPrepper
      @USMichigunPrepper 5 дней назад +1

      ADZE Very rare to find someone that takes such pride in their craftsmanship these days.
      Thanks for sharing .

    • @quixoticgeeks
      @quixoticgeeks 5 дней назад +1

      It would be awesome if you were to make a book for the axes to go with your excellent knife book.

    • @beantownbushcraft
      @beantownbushcraft 5 дней назад

      Awesome Adze Nils ⚒️🔥 💥🪓⚡🤝🏻 Awesome as EVER☘️

    • @Scoutsboy445
      @Scoutsboy445 4 дня назад

      Love your content bro keep it up ❤❤ ADZE

    • @latro_8078
      @latro_8078 4 дня назад

      The adze tends not to get the respect it deserves compared to the axe.
      Nice work on this one.

  • @Malfeasance455
    @Malfeasance455 5 дней назад +34

    The only video where I have been thankful that it contained 'adze'

    • @matthewmarting3623
      @matthewmarting3623 5 дней назад +2

      That’s pretty good.

    • @lobenavente236
      @lobenavente236 5 дней назад +1

      Hahaha 🤣 That is pretty darn good!! 👊🙌🤙🏽💯🔥🫡

    • @trecruel3516
      @trecruel3516 4 дня назад +5

      Outstanding 😂 I want to make a viking shield called an Adze Blocker now 😅

    • @nikm2106
      @nikm2106 3 дня назад +1

      lol took me a second.

    • @Thelonelyscavenger
      @Thelonelyscavenger 2 дня назад

      🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @stimpsonjcat67
    @stimpsonjcat67 5 дней назад +12

    There's a section in this video at 5:06 ish that needs appreciation.
    It's cool because Nils is closing the face and he isn't letting go of the side he has in the tongs to do that.
    That's economy of motion and not wasting the soak.
    Made me smile.

    • @TalRohan
      @TalRohan 3 дня назад

      tong work born of experience ...yes a very nice little clip that thanks for pointing it out

    • @lamMeTV
      @lamMeTV 2 дня назад +2

      what do you mean by soak? First time I heard that term

    • @TalRohan
      @TalRohan День назад +1

      @lamMeTV soaking in the forge means letting the billet sit for a while to make sure the heat goes all the way through the steel. Sometimes on big stock , especially hammers and so on you can be forging the outside of the block but the inside is still hard and not moving at all. frustrating and hard work if you don't know it's happening.

  • @ax1s_meruem
    @ax1s_meruem День назад +2

    One of the cleanest forging I've seen in a long while

  • @jonlavigne3270
    @jonlavigne3270 4 дня назад +5

    That was actually reall cool to watch. I hadn't seen someone make an adze before, usually it's knives or axes. It was cool to watch and narrate for my cat, Normie, who was watching with me.

  • @josephdorey8458
    @josephdorey8458 3 дня назад +1

    9:46 thank you for showing that split/delamination and it being welded up again, I found this very encouraging :)

  • @bernardflood8289
    @bernardflood8289 5 дней назад +7

    Greetings from Ireland. It's a lovely adze, thanks for the chance to win it.

  • @Mtbambeno
    @Mtbambeno 4 дня назад +3

    Watching your work as you were making this Adze was very therapeutic. Simpler times are missed for a reason. Great workmanship!

  • @Displacement-destroyer
    @Displacement-destroyer 3 дня назад +1

    Finally a channel without sponsorship adds only the adze I've been on here to see how they are made and was happy with the craftsmanship as well😊

  • @TheArtofCraftsmanship
    @TheArtofCraftsmanship 5 дней назад +1

    Amazing work. I love your diligence when faced with several delaminations on the adze. I’ve been looking for a small adze for years, but maybe it’s time I make my own. 👊

  • @davidbaker2859
    @davidbaker2859 День назад +1

    Nils, that would probably be the finest ADZE produced in current times.

  • @daemonharper3928
    @daemonharper3928 5 часов назад

    Very informative, interesting and inspirational - your perseverance and patience in using hand tools (the filing alone on all your pieces shows such dedication!) is really something.
    It's great to see a talented smith not using a power hammer....except for hardy tools - that'd be a nightmare!
    Keep up the good work, it's really appreciated - what a great adze.

  • @jessedunn6169
    @jessedunn6169 3 дня назад +1

    Had an adze load of a time watching you make this. The fold over was a work of art. Beautiful

  • @georgecurfman7794
    @georgecurfman7794 4 дня назад +1

    I’ve wanted and needed a good adze for years and this is the best. Great craftsmanship!

  • @MartinHubbard1
    @MartinHubbard1 4 дня назад +1

    I absolutely loved watching you create this Adze from scratch, it's stunning. Your work is quite mesmerizing and a total joy. Thanks again for showing us all how it's done. Martin from Cornwall UK

    •  4 дня назад +1

      Thanks Martin!

  • @murraymakesstuff
    @murraymakesstuff 5 дней назад +1

    That is a beautiful little Adze. You're patience and craftsmanship are inspiring!

  • @Wmoberg
    @Wmoberg 5 дней назад +2

    Great work as always ! 😁🤘🏼 and thats a Lovely handle on a Adze 🤗

  • @albertvuijk7083
    @albertvuijk7083 7 часов назад

    that is a nice proces to make that adze. love the crafsmanship, really glad the algorithm recommended this video!

  • @markc6650
    @markc6650 5 дней назад +1

    Outstanding craftsmanship and video production once again! Using that method to build an adze would definitely test a person's forge welding skills! Great example of how to get it done!

  • @13m4nd6
    @13m4nd6 4 дня назад +1

    What a great project, haven't seen anyone make one before. I've been a greenwoodworker for some years now. An Adze has been on my wishlist for some time now. I would love to be able to add this to my tool collection❤

  • @jonathonreborn2724
    @jonathonreborn2724 23 часа назад

    This is the most beautiful ADZE I've ever seen!

  • @ondrejpatek4825
    @ondrejpatek4825 3 дня назад +1

    It is so relaxing to watch you work. Beautiful adze man.

  • @paulrapp6
    @paulrapp6 2 дня назад

    A few decades ago, I used an adze for boat building. Best tool for both rough and finish work. Thank you for recalling that memory for me.

    •  День назад +1

      Glad to help!

  • @EsraMeylemans
    @EsraMeylemans 5 дней назад

    As a green woodworker I use an adze to carve bowls and crooked branches in to spoons. But I never saw someone make it so I'm glad you showed us, Nils!
    Thanks for the great content as always! 🔥🔨

  • @semster5989
    @semster5989 День назад

    The ADZE you've created is truly beautiful. Keep up the great work-it's inspiring to watch your creativity unfold.

  • @markkent1256
    @markkent1256 2 дня назад +1

    Excellent work buddy i am impressed with your welding in the gas forge. are you running the regulator at maximum? can you tell me more about your forge Thank you Mark

  • @charlesbrack7017
    @charlesbrack7017 4 дня назад

    This is the first time I've seen you forge an adze. Really cool process. I couldn't figure out what you were making at first until you bent it over and forge welded the two halves together. I love how you do most of it by hand. Great work!

  • @IveysFamilyFactotum
    @IveysFamilyFactotum 2 дня назад

    Beautiful adzes and would look great in anyone's collection. Can't wait to get back to smithing myself...the shop became storage for the winter.

  • @dutchww
    @dutchww День назад

    I would love an ADZE like this created by a true blacksmith! It would take my bowl carving to the next level, but good onces are expensive! Thanks for the great video and showing the beautiful work!

  • @KyleAsherbraner
    @KyleAsherbraner 4 дня назад

    It's so awesome to see how different blacksmiths go about certain task. Forging isn't easy although you make it look it. Inspired as always seeing your videos. The "ADZE" turned out phenomenal.

  • @longfinger
    @longfinger 2 дня назад

    This Adze is a work of art. Nicely done. Cheers!

  • @emmadawe7625
    @emmadawe7625 4 дня назад

    ADZE ! - It’s actually my husband who got me into watching your channel! Thank you, really interesting to see.

  • @snake2261
    @snake2261 4 дня назад

    That is sweet little Adze! Great work as usual sir!

  • @sararico820
    @sararico820 День назад

    I hace always wanted to make and ADZE!
    Awesome detailed video and incredible craftsmanship 🪚🔨🔥

  • @RAMUNI-Viking
    @RAMUNI-Viking 5 дней назад

    Great job with the adze. Its great to see you work through the whole process

  • @glennbrown1961
    @glennbrown1961 5 дней назад

    That is a beautiful little "Adze"! You should be proud of your work. It is extraordinary! Love the videos.

  • @tim.hensen
    @tim.hensen 4 дня назад

    This adze looks absolutely awesome! Especially the wood of the handle, it matches so well with the forged steel head.

  • @arthurpoell1061
    @arthurpoell1061 4 дня назад

    Thanks for this video.
    I really love watching you work, I find it so peaceful. And as mentioned by a few people it's the first time that I find and ADZE making video and even the specific tool to give it the right shape ;-)

  • @tobiasgoehring7171
    @tobiasgoehring7171 3 дня назад

    I love your attention to detail when forging the "outline" of the "adze".

  • @claytonpercy8977
    @claytonpercy8977 4 дня назад

    I would really love to adze this tool to my daily users. You are one of the most considered craftsmen I have ever seen, your commitment to quality is inspiring thanks for sharing it!

  • @lorenzorangel2610
    @lorenzorangel2610 4 дня назад

    It was very relaxing just watching you work as this tool was forged from stock to fully mounted to put to use. A great way to spend the time away while cooking dinner. Oh and ADZE! :D

  • @paulbilodeau9882
    @paulbilodeau9882 5 дней назад

    Nils, That was ANOTHER FANTASTIC video!! You are an amazingly talented Blacksmith. It was ADZE - solutely GREAT!! Thanks.

  • @davidjuarez5263
    @davidjuarez5263 5 дней назад

    Sweet little adze!! An adze has been on my list of tools to make for a while now. Great to see how it’s done.

  • @ralfbear
    @ralfbear 5 дней назад

    I could really use an adze to start carving some bowls... as always, I love watching you work. Have a great day! 👍🏻

  • @jamesstoffel6835
    @jamesstoffel6835 5 дней назад +1

    ADZE - Thank you for posting this 'how to' video!

  • @USMichigunPrepper
    @USMichigunPrepper 5 дней назад

    ADZE Very rare to find someone that takes such pride in their craftsmanship these days.
    Thanks for sharing .

  • @alexuniverse1629
    @alexuniverse1629 5 дней назад

    Watching your videos makes us realize all the power of forging : you can make about anything or any tool you need !

  • @PetePPA
    @PetePPA 5 дней назад

    Wow, the adze is beautiful, you really are a master craftsman and your vids are so therapeutic. Looking forward to the next one already.

  • @MarkusKorporaal
    @MarkusKorporaal 2 дня назад

    Absolutely beautiful! I like the shiny anvil because it gets used.

  • @michaelkent7627
    @michaelkent7627 4 дня назад

    Thank you Nils, for sharing your skill. I recently purchased a forge and anvil to play. I sometime try to mimic your creations. I love the small Adzes.

  • @MarkhorForge
    @MarkhorForge 3 дня назад

    love that, goes from scrap steel to beautiful "'adze'' , I need to get my hands on on and potentially make one once i can succecfully forge weld

  • @ChrisUK76
    @ChrisUK76 4 дня назад

    That was really interesting to watch, thanks! Love the adze and that you included the part where you made the tool to shape it with

  • @thomasbrooks1037
    @thomasbrooks1037 5 дней назад

    Awesome adze. The sheer craftsmanship in making it is so cool. As others have said, to many depend on power hammers and presses. It's just so mind-blowing to watch technique.

  • @Notforyou201
    @Notforyou201 4 дня назад

    This guy is an artist. Very skilled and meticulous in his detail. I appreciate that very much. Lots of hammer control to say the least...

  • @brandonsines7690
    @brandonsines7690 5 дней назад

    ADZE . Beautiful work! I love the curly birch handle on this one, it turns a humble tool into luxury item.

  • @TheOGfrenchy
    @TheOGfrenchy 4 дня назад

    Didn’t even know an adze was a tool! Pretty amazing to see your skills shape that thing! Great work!

    •  4 дня назад +1

      If we pay attention , we learn something new every day :)

  • @unclethrash4810
    @unclethrash4810 4 дня назад

    Thanks for sharing an unusual tool make and how it's used. The Adze deserves more recognition. Good job mate

  • @paulregner5335
    @paulregner5335 5 дней назад

    I really like the wood for the handle on the adze. Thanks for another great video.

  • @stephenboudreau5942
    @stephenboudreau5942 4 дня назад

    Nils I absolutely love your hand work with minimal power equipment it inspires me. The Adze is beautiful.

    •  4 дня назад

      Yeah I enjoy that work to :)

  • @kevinrunnels1273
    @kevinrunnels1273 4 дня назад

    Amazing work as always! That's a beautiful adze. I really appreciate you showing the making of the bottom swedge. Need a tool, make a tool!

  • @Makermook
    @Makermook 5 дней назад

    That's a terrific adze. I really like the edge geometry.

  • @jasonpiez3441
    @jasonpiez3441 4 дня назад

    Love the skill and craftsmanship in your work Nils! This has inspired me to have a go at making an adze

  • @adrianturner6133
    @adrianturner6133 3 дня назад

    Adze! What a beautiful esthetic to this production! Thanks!

  • @danielfedailarsen4479
    @danielfedailarsen4479 4 дня назад

    Really enjoyable to watch! It's interesting how when there's no voice over I'm better able to understand the different parts of forging this - makes me think and try to understand instead of just relying on being explained what's happening. Looking forward to the next one :)

  • @TehlItER
    @TehlItER 5 дней назад

    Loved the work in the adze,and the mind frame to make a jig to repeat the process exactly is excellent, for if you have to make more lovely little adzes

  • @el1260
    @el1260 День назад

    such a cute Adze! I forged a lot of woodcarving tools, want to tray this next time I forging

  • @franks4973
    @franks4973 5 дней назад

    Hi Nils, I very much enjoying watching you work, great Adze! No music needed just sound of the hammer. Although I’d love a subtitle for why you added that small piece of steel near the hole but what a beautiful piece of wood.

    • @sladoeii
      @sladoeii 4 дня назад

      It was probably piece of not-mild steel which will forge weld easier. It both adds a little material to the area and would help ensure the weld in that spot is stronger/better (since that's the most likely weld to fail in the whole process)

  • @avago2day
    @avago2day 5 дней назад

    Fabulous workmanship Nils, that ADZE is something my brother would love. Jane ❤

  • @BenBlankenshipvo
    @BenBlankenshipvo 4 дня назад

    Adze is a word I've never known of until now. Thank you.

  • @hell_lion
    @hell_lion 5 дней назад

    that is one beautiful little adze!!! always enjoy watching you forge nils, keep it up.

  • @mikenew9263
    @mikenew9263 4 дня назад

    Always beautiful work. I knew this adze wouldn’t be any different. Again, well done Sir. Mike

  • @Myekos
    @Myekos 5 дней назад

    Love the polish you put on the edge of this ADZE. Can see why as it glides through the wood at the end.

  • @mikesirois3362
    @mikesirois3362 3 дня назад

    Nice adze! You do wicked fine work. Its a pleasure to watch!

  • @5x535
    @5x535 3 дня назад

    Well done! This is a beautiful little adze that anyone would be proud to use.

  • @b3rzek
    @b3rzek День назад

    This is awesome ! And we always enjoy watching your videos !
    This is a brillant Adze :)

  • @russellfox6619
    @russellfox6619 День назад

    Loved this video Nils, i reckon it's a great project for your Ebook series!!

  • @mind140
    @mind140 День назад

    That is a sweet little adze! Keep making these videos please.

  • @bigunksworkshop786
    @bigunksworkshop786 5 дней назад

    That's a great little adze, I would use it proudly. As usual, you have made a functional piece of art

  • @bbowling4979
    @bbowling4979 5 дней назад

    What a marvelous adze! Your metalworking skills are outstanding.

  • @vikingofcincinnati6406
    @vikingofcincinnati6406 5 дней назад

    *Adze*
    You're always killing it Mr. Ogren! Always looking forward to your next project.

  • @DNW2023
    @DNW2023 5 дней назад

    Incredible work. Love the videos you put together. Thank you for the chance to win your Adze.

  • @rafaeltateishi9182
    @rafaeltateishi9182 4 дня назад

    Nice Adze, absolutly perfect craftsmanship and control forging 🔥

  • @davecoleman6855
    @davecoleman6855 5 дней назад

    A truly beautiful Adze. Thank you for showing this project to us.

  • @dennisobrien3618
    @dennisobrien3618 5 дней назад

    Nice Adze. It's always a pleasure watching you work. I like to see smiths who don't rely on power hammers & presses all the time. I can't think of many (if any) smith that does axes better than you. If you get more chances to collaborate with Torbjorn, I'm sure others would enjoy watching the two of you as much as I do.

  • @stephanvandermel
    @stephanvandermel 3 дня назад

    Very nicely made! I never heard of the word adze but now I know what it is!

  • @MarsG0Dofw4r_
    @MarsG0Dofw4r_ 2 дня назад

    Nice old school poster of Arnold! I also liked the fact that you can use the adze as a carving scoop. 😊

  • @DanskSloyd
    @DanskSloyd 4 дня назад

    That's one good looking tool. I've dreamt of an adze for a long time, this wouldn't be a bad supplement to my evergrowing collection of tools!

  • @lukelofgren4108
    @lukelofgren4108 5 дней назад

    One of my first forge welding projects was an adze I made for my uncle with low layer damascus edge and a beautiful piece of old hickory i got from a very old church being demolished in east Tennessee. I would love to have this one though Nils!

  • @Oddthetall
    @Oddthetall 5 дней назад

    That's a really nice piece of work, as usual. Beautiful adze

  • @andreidiaconu85
    @andreidiaconu85 4 дня назад

    Love your work man! The adze came out beautiful and yeah, it would be an incredible joy for me to be the lucky one to get it 🎉

    •  4 дня назад

      Thanks!

  • @sem7165
    @sem7165 4 дня назад

    Beautiful work as always Nils. I hope this adze will go to a good home!

  • @FeatherHorseforge
    @FeatherHorseforge 20 часов назад

    An Adze-vertising campaign wouldn’t do this justice awesome craftsmanship cobba

  • @aaronsanford684
    @aaronsanford684 5 дней назад

    Great little Adze! Great weld, love the handle!

  • @DimitriLambermont
    @DimitriLambermont 4 дня назад

    That is a wonderful looking adze! Nice to see the work that goes into it.

  • @RCake
    @RCake День назад

    Finally, a video where it all just adze up!

  • @lobenavente236
    @lobenavente236 5 дней назад

    Yes! Beautiful Adze! I don't use one but, I'd still like a chance to own one forged by Mr. Ogren! Nice work brother! 👊🤙🏽💯🔥🙏🫡🫡🫡

  • @MillerWB87
    @MillerWB87 5 дней назад

    That was amazing the way you created that wonderful adze.

  • @stephenjohnson6841
    @stephenjohnson6841 5 дней назад

    I really appreciate your craftsmanship! Very impressive project/piece! Thanks again for taking us along.

  • @derDresdnerHeide
    @derDresdnerHeide 4 дня назад

    A tool like an Adze is missing in my toolbox! This on is a real beauty (incl. the beauty-mark). Well done.

  • @jamesasbill5170
    @jamesasbill5170 4 дня назад

    Very interesting to watch the process for the Adze creation. I think I will give it a try sometime.