Blacksmithing - Making a kindling splitter

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @user-dg7sy8cz3b
    @user-dg7sy8cz3b Год назад +195

    Glad we didn’t have one of those when I was a kid, my sisters would have stuck my head in it.
    Ingenious! As always a beautiful piece of art Torbjiorn!

  • @elizabethdetzler1420
    @elizabethdetzler1420 Год назад +71

    I swear I could sit and watch your work all day. What a cool and interesting tool to make a repetive task quick and easy!

  • @theogantenbein7870
    @theogantenbein7870 Год назад +130

    I couldn’t be bothered to look up what kindling splitter meant, so i sat through the whole video without a clue what kind of contraption this would become. Now i know and have to say: very nifty!

  • @aserta
    @aserta Год назад +45

    The hollow thump the wood makes is super satisfying. Nice piece, stylish and functional!!!

    • @outbackladas
      @outbackladas Год назад +3

      So true, both “stylish and functional “.👍

    • @zimtt1276
      @zimtt1276 Год назад +5

      For me, it's the bouncy hammer on the anvil sound. Makes me happy.

  • @Leadvest
    @Leadvest Год назад +6

    Once I saw it in operation, my childhood self became extremely jealous. Forget my favourite hatchet, I needed one of these 20 years ago.

  • @Uswesi1527
    @Uswesi1527 2 месяца назад +1

    Blacksmith is the most ancient profession ever . It’s an art combined with knowledge, wisdom, experience, expertise, dedication, integrity, honesty, attention to minute details, and , above all, safety and patience.

  • @Superbonker-np6iz
    @Superbonker-np6iz Год назад +7

    Blacksmithing is like sculpting, it's an art and only those who have an eye for art will see it. Beautiful tool made by artist not just blacksmith.

  • @DmitryKopytine
    @DmitryKopytine Год назад +3

    Thanks. Really appreciate that you share your craftsmanship doing useful domestic stuff. Imo, it's much more fun than swords and gigantic knives (with all respect to people who love cold weapon :-)

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад

      Thank you very much Dmitry! It means a lot!

  • @BernardSandler
    @BernardSandler Год назад +85

    I love the finger protection measures! Such clever. As always, a gorgeous fabrication. Thank you for sharing it.

  • @rootvalue
    @rootvalue Год назад +90

    Absolutely beautiful contours and shapes. Your designs are so elegant while fulfilling the needs of the tool.

  • @j.r.tidwell3318
    @j.r.tidwell3318 Год назад +27

    Never seen a kindling splitter before. It does an amazing job!! Wish I had one about fifty years ago.

  • @luizcarloscalsavara527
    @luizcarloscalsavara527 Год назад +1

    I like to see the Japanese and Torbjörn handling the iron and I am more and more impressed. Congratulations!!!!

  • @BillOweninOttawa
    @BillOweninOttawa Год назад +3

    Wonderful work, AND great cinematography. My granddad was a blacksmith from 1910 to 1957. But I never got to see him work. Vids like this help me to connect to him.

  • @mickymouse1232
    @mickymouse1232 Год назад +1

    I LIKE THAT " --- IT WILL REPAY YOU FOR EVER NOW - THE HARD WORK MAKES EASY WORK LATER DOWN THE LINE -- THUMBS UP "

  • @danielhathaway8042
    @danielhathaway8042 Год назад +6

    I’ve worked metal for close to 40 years a first rate job! Very well done!

  • @Breacca
    @Breacca Год назад +1

    Als altem Metaller wärmt das mein Herz. Danke! As an old metalworker myselfe this warms my heart. Thank you!

    • @TheAncientAstronomer
      @TheAncientAstronomer 11 месяцев назад +1

      Ich bin auch ein alter Metaller aber der andere Sorte! 🤟🤟😁

  • @robinblackmoor8732
    @robinblackmoor8732 Год назад +4

    My father was a blacksmith and a welder. I watched him make and repair many, many things during my lifetime. I never saw him make a thing like this. I really wish he was alive to see this video. I think he would have tried to make one the next day. Because of my father I know a bit more about blacksmithing than most, and this device is a tool and a work of art too. I don't need kindling, but I still want one one of these devices.

  • @morrislouiseeagle7161
    @morrislouiseeagle7161 Год назад +1

    this came up in my recommendations - this is what RUclips was ment for - showcasing a work of beauty and function - thank you for sharing this with us

  • @pjhalchemy
    @pjhalchemy Год назад +3

    Always a treat Torbjorn! Love the design, its efficiency, and handy to use. The artisanship in the curve, finger clearance, cleats and leaf petal anchor is what makes your work such a treasure. Wishing you and your family a warm and cozy time until spring arrives. ~PJ

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +2

      Thanks PJ!! The sun is warming and the new solar panels are producing so spring is clearly around the corner.

  • @4wheelwarrior
    @4wheelwarrior Год назад +2

    Learned about what a kindling splitter is .. and about pine tar as a finish! Thanks so much for this video. Good therapy too, my forge is down for a couple weeks while I build a shop for winter!

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +1

      Thanks! Good luck with the shop!

    • @4wheelwarrior
      @4wheelwarrior Год назад

      @@torbjornahman You as well, Sir. Appreciate it!

  • @ahorseman4ever1
    @ahorseman4ever1 Год назад +13

    I always enjoy seeing one of your videos arrive. I've seen similar kindling splitters but nothing as beautiful and stylish as yours. Your blacksmithing channel is my very favorite. This spring I'm hoping to get started on my blacksmithing shop. Thank you for what you do. Many blessings my friend.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +1

      Glad to hear that! Good luck setting it up! Thanks

  • @ernstwollweberghost2254
    @ernstwollweberghost2254 Год назад +17

    I suspected this video would get made after the side set tool was made. Very inspiring as always!

  • @tessiepinkman
    @tessiepinkman Год назад +12

    Hej Torbjörn! Jag sliter med posttraumatisk stress, så det är mycket ångest, stress, flashbacks och panikångest i min vardag. Men sedan jag fann din kanal och dina videor så har jag hittat något som hjälper mig att roa ned mig när jag får "flashbacks" och tror att jag är tillbaka i de situationer som mitt trauma kommer ifrån. Dina videor lugnar mig och får mig tillbaka till verkligheten. Jag har slitit med att finna något som hjälper mig med att just få mig tillbaka till verkligheten och att roa panikångest attacker, och dina videor har blivit min räddning. *Jag kan inte tacka dig nog.* Jag älskar ditt hantverk, det är 100% min smak - det har lite utav den där Småländska allmoge smide-känslan som jag växte upp runt omkring. Hoppas du ser den här kommentaren, men om inte så har jag i varje fall försökt tacka dig för din hjälp. Jag kan inte sätta ord på hur tacksam jag är över att ha funnit din kanal, men jag börjar med att säga; TACK!
    MVH Theresa

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +2

      Wow, tack Theresa! Ledsen att det tog två veckor för mig att svara bara... Fantastiskt kul om man kan hjälpa någon på det sättet.

  • @andersjjensen
    @andersjjensen 6 месяцев назад +1

    Very clever execution. Every firewood shed should have one!

  • @slyfox7429
    @slyfox7429 Год назад +3

    I like how everyone of your projects fulfill the need to make life easier, faster, or more beautiful. we still need more of the three. Keep up the good work.....

  • @dlmsarge8329
    @dlmsarge8329 Год назад +2

    Very nice! That pine tar finish is pretty amazing. I have to confess I didn't know how it would be used until you showed it towards the end of the video.

  • @ifell3
    @ifell3 Год назад +8

    Your work and attention to detail is amazing

  • @453421abcdefg12345
    @453421abcdefg12345 Год назад +1

    This is a very safe way of splitting kindling, and the design of this one is excellent, but, it does require a lot of equipment to make! Many thanks for posting this. Chris B.

  • @Jay-kk2rd
    @Jay-kk2rd Год назад +3

    Your videos are mesmerizing and expertly produced. And your craftsmanship speaks for itself. The other blacksmiths I watch on RUclips have either slowed down production or stopped entirely so I appreciate the fact that you’re still producing these great videos.

  • @kentcostello5286
    @kentcostello5286 Год назад

    You don't make useful tools you make useful work of ART thank you and please keep it up .

  • @charlvanniekerk8009
    @charlvanniekerk8009 Год назад +4

    Even up to the very end before you put a piece of wood in there i had no idea what you made. Now i get it and i love it!
    Thanks for the awesome content and a beautiful build. now i see what you intended to use the side set tool for!

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +1

      Glad you liked it!

    • @psidvicious
      @psidvicious Год назад +1

      Same here. The whole video I was thinking; “Now how is this tool going to work?” 🤔

  • @sergc7205
    @sergc7205 Год назад +1

    Amazing blacksmithing skills! I love watching Torbjörn Åhman's videos. He always creates such beautiful and functional pieces. This kindling splitter is no exception. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are impressive. Keep up the great work, Torbjörn!

  • @ahmedahemd4155
    @ahmedahemd4155 Год назад +7

    أعمالك من أجمل ما يكون اتابعك من العراق 🇮🇶

  • @vikingslayer34
    @vikingslayer34 Год назад +1

    Beautiful Torbjorn! Works great!

  • @PaskMakes
    @PaskMakes Год назад +132

    That works a treat! Wonderful video as always! :)

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +11

      Thanks Neil! It's a simple tool with it's limitations, but a fun build!

  • @danandreinicoara1872
    @danandreinicoara1872 Год назад +1

    Again golden hands show us a perfect inspired creation!All the best maiestro!

  • @Apurak
    @Apurak Год назад +7

    you forge so clean and accurate, and it's always satisfying to watch.

  • @only1badass582
    @only1badass582 Год назад +2

    Your precision and attention to detail are amazing to watch. Excellent video as always.

  • @corey6393
    @corey6393 Год назад +4

    I recall seeing a version of this several years ago and have been thinking of making one. It was a pleasure to watch you build this one. Wonderful.

  • @kenbellchambers4577
    @kenbellchambers4577 Год назад +1

    What an excellent way to spend a freezing day! Keeping warm while making a machine to cut wood to keep you warm.

  • @terrybradford3727
    @terrybradford3727 Год назад +3

    Amazing. I wish my dad had something like this when I was a kid in Alaska back in the 80's. Lol. Thank you for your videos.

  • @lisascenic
    @lisascenic Год назад +1

    What a beautiful and ingenious tool! The video was such a pleasure to watch, particularly the creation of the rivet/hinge and the metal shavings circling around in the hemispheric depression.
    I certainly would have liked to have this tool when I was a child. We burned so much wood back then.

  • @PapaDan
    @PapaDan Год назад +41

    Thunder Bear never disappoints!

  • @williamokrasinski9840
    @williamokrasinski9840 Год назад +1

    Blacksmithing skills don't happen overnight. Thanks for taking us along and job well done. Regarding splitter, I make my kindling with 16" straight grain Fir and my Sager Double bit Cruiser's Axe.

  • @taitano12
    @taitano12 Год назад +3

    This video doesn't just show what the set too was for, but answers a really old question I have had. I saw one of these in an antique shop and had no idea what it was. The shop owner couldn't figure it out either. Now I know what it is, and I think I might add something like this to my offerings when I actually start Smithing in about a month.

  • @andreacrashe9894
    @andreacrashe9894 Год назад +1

    *Wow I love it when people come up with great ideas and then invent them. This is one of them inventions. That is a great Kindling cutter invention & awesome to have on the wall & also right beside your woodpile. There is a kiwi teenage girl, who also invented a kindling cutter that is bolted onto the huge chopping block.*

  • @bm6967
    @bm6967 Год назад +3

    Wieder ein Werkzeug hergestellt für eine perfekte Handwerkskunst......Danke für das Video ein Meister seines Faches

  • @tedium37
    @tedium37 Год назад

    Even better than using a fro to make kindling. A hatchet is both the most common and most dangerous way. You're a smart man who keeps all his fingers. Well done.

  • @wb8ujb
    @wb8ujb Год назад +16

    As always my friend, such a pleasure to watch. Wonderful craftsmanship and a spark of humor . You are such an asset to the RUclips community.
    Thank you so much for sharing your work.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +3

      Thank you very much Robert! Very kind words!

  • @sindarpeacheyeisacommie8688
    @sindarpeacheyeisacommie8688 Год назад +1

    Splendid. Simply splendid.

  • @MTNM
    @MTNM Год назад +7

    I always enjoy your videos, thank you very much for sharing some of your work and life with us. I wish you and your family all the best!

  • @seanelunedinnes7891
    @seanelunedinnes7891 Год назад +1

    What a brilliant little tool

  • @fuddrucker74
    @fuddrucker74 Год назад +3

    Incredible. I love it. Thank you, for sharing it

  • @jimmeh213
    @jimmeh213 Год назад +1

    The way that the spring steel takes form so effortlessly is very satisfying

  • @mohammedkhader3289
    @mohammedkhader3289 Год назад +3

    قمه في الروعه والجمال والبداع 👍👍👍⚘🕊🇸🇩🇸🇩🇸🇩🕊🕊 احله تحيه من أم درما ني سوداني

  • @gucu
    @gucu Год назад +1

    I love watching you work. I don't really have a clue why you do something, why you use the power hammer instead of the hand, but watching you create is a real joy. Thanks

    • @jonanderson5137
      @jonanderson5137 Год назад +2

      An arm has only so many swings.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +4

      Thanks!! When the power hammer moves the metal it looks kind of effortless, and it is because I would have used 50-100 swings of a hand hammer (and triple amount of fuel) to make something the power hammer does in one blow.

  • @davidsellars646
    @davidsellars646 Год назад +3

    Glad to see you back! This is a beautiful piece. I assume it would be useful for making tool handle blanks as well.

  • @Toto-os7lc
    @Toto-os7lc Год назад +1

    works better than I expected. Definitely good looking. thanks, I enjoyed watching

  • @vegoil
    @vegoil Год назад +3

    Beautiful work, as always!

  •  Год назад

    Mate, thanks. Both my kid and I seriously get a kick outta your videos

  • @Xynter
    @Xynter Год назад +3

    Utsökt hantverk, som vanligt!

  • @TheMmiller692001
    @TheMmiller692001 Год назад

    I am a novice blacksmith myself and we are just moving to Colorado this year. Totally going to try this. Thanks for sharing!

  • @rogeralmanzora5397
    @rogeralmanzora5397 Год назад +10

    Un magnífico trabajo. Muchas felicidades! Greetings from Barcelona, Spain.❤️

  • @jpage5350
    @jpage5350 Год назад +2

    Stunning craftsmanship. Never seen one of those before, but now that I have I can’t help but wonder how that’s the case. Form meets function in a way that makes it so safe that even a child could use it. Amazing!

  • @vonHannersdorf
    @vonHannersdorf Год назад +5

    Nice and handy tool, pleasure to watch. Totally Åwesome as always!👍🏻

  • @GrowingLittleCountryhomestead
    @GrowingLittleCountryhomestead Год назад

    My son told me he wants to become a blacksmith, your a great inspiration to him. Thank you

  • @dannilsson-jq5hy
    @dannilsson-jq5hy Год назад +3

    En tocken får dä bli på vägga brevé spisen !
    Fantastiskt snyggt arbete Torbjörn !
    Its all in the details as usual 🤩👏🏻✨

  • @freemab222
    @freemab222 5 месяцев назад

    Well done video. Beautiful work.
    The "trammel" (the back piece with the "steps") was the main interest to me. He forged that flawlessly. (I've tried similar forging for fireplace trammels and found it challenging.)
    Newbies should be aware that there's no need for such at tool for splitting wood into kindling, albeit that it's a very nice tool.

  • @F1DesignUS
    @F1DesignUS Год назад +3

    OK....I have to be honest ....I had no clue how it would work...but that works the treat!

  • @2tana22
    @2tana22 Год назад

    Samurai kindling splitter, nicely done, another beautiful work of usable Art

  • @BlackBearForge
    @BlackBearForge Год назад +4

    More stickers, going to need a mailing address.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад

      Indeed! Anyone interested is welcome to contact me with a PM on IG/FB or on my web page! :) :)

  • @victoryfirst2878
    @victoryfirst2878 Год назад +2

    How much would the splitter cost me Sir ??? I live in U.S.A. You are a real craftsman Sir. I just love watching you make things. The easy quick way things happen for you shows your talent with red hot metal. The part that I really like is your power hammer. What brand and model is the unit Sir ?? Keep up the great work Sir.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +1

      Thanks!! It's an old Bêché hammer, 75kg.

  • @ЮрийЛ-о9ю
    @ЮрийЛ-о9ю Год назад +4

    Восхищаюсь этим человеком!

  • @Brain-Lag
    @Brain-Lag Год назад +1

    Omg! I love this channel so much. i've become inspired to be a blacksmit by my Grandpa but this. this makes me work harder !

  • @silentabove119
    @silentabove119 Год назад +2

    You are definitely a beast when it comes to your finesse with using your power hammers!! I'd love to be able to visit you in your shop to learn!!

  • @Ezekiel_Allium
    @Ezekiel_Allium Год назад +2

    I've never seen this kind of thing before but now I want one. Would really make the process of getting kindling a lot smoother

  • @toycrawlerC
    @toycrawlerC Год назад +2

    I've wanted one of these for so long! And the fact that you can make one in 15 minutes means that I could pry make one in 30. 🙂

  • @brianfalls5038
    @brianfalls5038 Год назад +2

    Very nice job on the kindling splitter Torbjorn. But then like all your other projects I'm not surprised it turned out mighty fine. Well done sir!!

  • @kenbastian4258
    @kenbastian4258 Год назад

    I love your videos it's a pleasure to see your work with wood, metal, carpentry, your garden and greenhouse. Not to mention your ability as a chef. I would like to see you make a pitchfork so I could follow along and see how it's done, keep up the good work.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад

      Thank you Ken! Good suggestion, it's on my list I think.

  • @danwerkman
    @danwerkman Год назад

    No flattering in this comment. Simply awesome video. I really enjoyed this one.....final product.... beautiful

  • @lmcc8798
    @lmcc8798 2 месяца назад +1

    Beautiful form and function!

  • @TallCommander
    @TallCommander Год назад

    1:30 And here we see the blacksmith in his natural habitat doing battle with his most dreadful enemy, the sharp corner.
    1) I am absolutely astounded by the sheer genius of this simple looking tool. I think I could sit and watch a whole video of you just chopping up kindling to be honest.
    2) always fun to see a tool used that was made in a previous video.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +1

      You're quite right, the upset square corner, is a beast.... Thanks!!

  • @DaPenguin
    @DaPenguin Год назад

    This Old Tony Sensei has taught you well in the ways of cutting metal.

  • @craigmoore7521
    @craigmoore7521 Год назад

    Love to hear to hear sounds of those hammers!!!
    Great job as always!!!

  • @465maltbie
    @465maltbie Год назад

    I have to admit that until the end I really didnt see how this was going to work. Thank you for sharing. Charles

  • @theobscurelily
    @theobscurelily Год назад +2

    I always adore watching your videos. Such a wonderful tool! And really neat to see it come together.

  • @CoolAgainRestoration
    @CoolAgainRestoration Год назад

    My English is not so good so I never knew what you made until I saw the end of the video. Nice invention 🤩 and good video too

  • @Tom-xn7zc
    @Tom-xn7zc Год назад +2

    Very nice result and you make it look so easy!

  • @777damage777
    @777damage777 Год назад +2

    Nice project. And probably suoer helpful around a smiths shop

  • @JUSTINOURSE
    @JUSTINOURSE Год назад

    That power hammer has so much power and it amazes me to see how graceful you use it the art of blacksmithing.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +1

      It's fun when everything just works! It comes with experience I guess...

  • @cyrfung
    @cyrfung Год назад

    It’s so amazing how far you could go with just hammering. I was impressed from the start when you made that clean right angle bend.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад +1

      Yes, but it also takes a lot of work! :) Corners like that are not easy...

  • @nta699
    @nta699 Год назад

    It's really a pleasure watching you do your craft.

  • @JaapGrootveld
    @JaapGrootveld Год назад

    Thats a real nice tool and it was fun to see how it,s made. It,s amazing, how fast the snow melts at your place.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  Год назад

      Thanks! I know, swooosh, and it's gone... :)

  • @javedmir7989
    @javedmir7989 Год назад

    Precise workmanship ...... WOW !

  • @DanielCooper1
    @DanielCooper1 Год назад +1

    That is the coolest thing. Nicely made!

  • @eddybear771
    @eddybear771 Год назад

    That gives me a couple great ideas for my sister's homestead kitchen. Awesome work Buddy.

  • @joeab10
    @joeab10 Год назад +1

    Beautiful as always! I loved the ball socket for the mounting screw, and using the ball peen hammer to make it is the struck of genius!!!

  • @skcrary
    @skcrary Год назад +1

    Wonderful craftsmanship! Thank you for sharing with us!
    Also, I love the bits of comedy you throw in; makes me laugh every time!
    Grace and Peace to you and your family!

  • @j.m.k.3406
    @j.m.k.3406 Год назад +1

    Better than any drill bit! Nice job T.

  • @arkadybron1994
    @arkadybron1994 Год назад +1

    Really splendid piece.