Blacksmithing - Making a potato hoe

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  • Опубликовано: 20 янв 2025

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  • @thatgopnik3515
    @thatgopnik3515 4 года назад +420

    This is exactly what we whant
    -no music
    -no talking
    -not boring
    -lerning while watching
    -just awesome
    :P

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  4 года назад +37

      Thank you!

    • @thatgopnik3515
      @thatgopnik3515 4 года назад +6

      No problem :>

    • @Mr.Fabulous-1990
      @Mr.Fabulous-1990 4 года назад +13

      Also there's a kitten!

    • @kp724
      @kp724 4 года назад +7

      👍 да самое хорошее видео без музыки с хорошей съёмкой и редактурой даже без слов понятен весь процесс, а музыка нафиг не нужна она отвлекает и да дизлайки дураки только ставят на таком видео

    • @brianhaines8318
      @brianhaines8318 4 года назад +2

      Agreed

  • @Rouverius
    @Rouverius 4 года назад +95

    Amazing. You can even make a garden tool look beautiful.
    Hey, it even looks like a potato leaf!

  • @youstubers5722
    @youstubers5722 4 года назад +55

    I click like. Then click Play. I've never yet been disappointed by a Torbjörn video, absolutely trust every video will be great. Thank you!

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  4 года назад +12

      Wow, thanks!

    • @joshuahmitchell873
      @joshuahmitchell873 4 года назад +4

      I am also never disappointed in a Torbjörn video I love them and i always will love them

    • @superbalaur1297
      @superbalaur1297 4 года назад +1

      Lol! That’s exactly what I do!!!

  • @AHofer-kl9un
    @AHofer-kl9un 3 года назад +2

    You have this garden tool for a lifetime. This is still quality work. That can still be passed on to the next generation. Later they can proudly say that their grandfather did a great job.

  • @Deqster
    @Deqster 4 года назад +35

    I've gotta say for overall purity of the craft, and for your precise craftsmanship, your blacksmithing videos are my favorite.

  • @alaskanfrogman
    @alaskanfrogman 2 года назад +5

    There's nothing more I like, than to watch a master craftsman at work. And, what I really enjoy about this video is no crappy music dubbed in. Watching a master blacksmith at work without all the lousy music and boring dialog or monologue it such a pleasure. Seeing blacksmiths at work tells its own story. The visuals and the audio of the work are the story-line and plot. The final product is the epilogue, or the final chapter of that story.
    If I thought for one second, that I could afford to buy any of the things that you make I would do so without hesitation. I know quality work when I see it. I'm a blacksmith/knifemaker, but nowhere near the skill level as you. I specialize in Northwest Coastal Native tools of The Greater Pacific Northwest Coast of North America. I mostly just make tools for my own use now and broke away from trying to retail and sell what I make. Most people just want me to give them the tools, rather than buy. So I make, but don't sell. It was a frustration that had haunted me for years, so when I gave up selling I found the joy of blacksmithing and knifemaking again.
    I am hired occasionally to teach, give demonstrations, or to make tools at an Alaskan Native Heritage Center for their woodcarving classes... that is the only time I charge for my things, and I never yield any profit from it. However, I get the joys and pleasures of watching young people use the tools I make and take pride in the works they learn. It's a worthwhile tradeoff.
    Thank you for always making inspirational videos, and thank you for always being the master craftsman and professional that you are.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  2 года назад

      Thank you so much! I can relate to what you're saying. Continue teaching!

  • @mgdp12
    @mgdp12 4 года назад +9

    This is beautiful craftsmanship. There is something inherent to humans about appreciating a well made tool, I can't help but find this fascinating.

  • @Moon-by5ee
    @Moon-by5ee 4 года назад +2

    I like this, no music, no talking, just the work

  • @bronzalba1159
    @bronzalba1159 4 года назад +6

    A mix of genius, industry, art, agriculture and the joy of life
    Good luck

  • @johnduffy6546
    @johnduffy6546 Год назад +1

    That is not only a very functional tool but, I would have to say that your level of craftsmanship elevates it to near artwork. Nicely done!

  • @uniqueunicorn4319
    @uniqueunicorn4319 4 года назад +21

    I'm really amazed by how you manage to make all your forgings look so clean. Amazing work.

  • @gerry343
    @gerry343 4 года назад +1

    Another excellent video, I've said it before that you set an example to all RUclipsrs. In years to come your tools will be collector's items.

  • @AlecSteele
    @AlecSteele 4 года назад +198

    Utterly gorgeous work!

  • @rodneydelaney9227
    @rodneydelaney9227 4 года назад +2

    Don't want your videos to stop. Another work of art.

  • @henrycatt5844
    @henrycatt5844 4 года назад +5

    Another 25 minutes when all the madness in the world temporarily goes away. As ever, thank you.

  • @benwarren2559
    @benwarren2559 4 года назад +1

    Your daughter's cat stopped by to make sure you were doing it correct. You definitely have a great skill and I'm glad I can learn from you. Thank you very much for taking your time and making the videos

  • @kirstenwhitworth8079
    @kirstenwhitworth8079 4 года назад +5

    As I watch this video, what strikes me most is the _apparent_ delicacy the power hammers exert on the hot metal when you are fist shaping it. I'm sure they are hitting the mettal much harder than it appears, but it looks as if you are barely tapping the metal into shape - almost as if you are asking the metal to form itself.
    It's another beautiful tool you've created. Thanks for sharing the process with us.
    BTW - I cannot express how grateful I am for the natural sounds of the forge and workshop while you work. I greatly appreciate them; to me, they are peaceful, calming music rather than the squawk of an artificial overlaid musical score.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  4 года назад +1

      Thank you! It's a great hammer with good control so you can do light blows quite easily.

  • @germanskena6537
    @germanskena6537 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video. I started to see the video, i stoped and i make's me a tea and start the video again... So relaxing. No voice and hard work. Maybe this is what many of us need from time to time. Again. Wonderful video.

  • @jakeolmstead
    @jakeolmstead 4 года назад +3

    You are by far the best blacksmith on you- tube.

  • @davoodalaei3319
    @davoodalaei3319 4 года назад +1

    Hello Mr. Torbjörn Åhman, do not be tired, your work is unique and professional

  • @SrBossCheese
    @SrBossCheese 4 года назад +4

    Just wonderful! Thank you for all the work to record and share your forging and garden adventures.

  • @kunal8639
    @kunal8639 4 года назад +1

    I watch these videos when I want to relax.

  • @howardklein9834
    @howardklein9834 4 года назад +4

    Love the new video! As an ex Letter Carrier and now a NYC History Teacher, I know and respect hard work. Seeing you in your shop in the summer doing this video for us tells me how dedicated you are as a craftsmen and person. Thank you again! PS, loved the "mud bug" video.

  • @allye5949
    @allye5949 4 года назад +1

    Skills and art in balance - it is a privilege to watch a true craftsman at work. Thank you.

  • @sajinkahnalt
    @sajinkahnalt 4 года назад +7

    Few things rival the joy of watching a skilled artist at work.

  • @thealicemonster9217
    @thealicemonster9217 4 года назад +1

    You sir are a master of your crafts. Not only blacksmithing but also videography, editing and Gardening.
    I so love your work!!! Thank you SO much for sharing it with us! You have such beautiful gardens!

  • @Schm1tty
    @Schm1tty 4 года назад +5

    All of your work is so beautifully done, the tools, smithing, gardens, buildings, and of course the videos themselves. Great work

  • @Sykotix420
    @Sykotix420 4 года назад +2

    I've been watching you work since your channel was very small. It's almost therapeutic watching your craftsmanship. I wish I had even half the tools and knowledge you have. Hell I'd settle for a real anvil and forge.

  • @BrigidtheMechLady
    @BrigidtheMechLady 4 года назад +3

    Always a pleasure watching you work Thunderbear.

  • @111sdh
    @111sdh 4 года назад +1

    I love your attention to detail. Transitions of radii, fixing the missed hit, focus on the form and shape of the handle... all exemplary workmanship! Thank you for your work... it is a pleasure to watch!

  • @andyfarmer759
    @andyfarmer759 4 года назад +5

    Really beautiful job, you made the handle look real easy. Your garden is looking swell too.

  • @wb8ujb
    @wb8ujb 4 года назад +1

    Wonderful my friend! Great project, no talk just action. No music, perfect video. Keep up the good work!

  • @hobbitreet
    @hobbitreet 4 года назад +6

    Your work is a gift for us to enjoy. Thank you for sharing; much appreciated.

  • @davidthegood
    @davidthegood 2 года назад +1

    This is fantastic work. It would be amazing to hoe potatoes with a tool of that caliber! The roots don't know how lucky they are.

  • @oscarbarda
    @oscarbarda 4 года назад +143

    I am terribly sad that this tool is not called a potathoe

  • @robertgriffin662
    @robertgriffin662 4 года назад +1

    You know you shouldn't show off the magic! This mere mortal is jealous! Seriously though i enjoy your channel. I waited 11 hours to watch this and was not disappointed! Thanks!

  • @louislarose6613
    @louislarose6613 4 года назад +3

    Beautiful tool ! It is amazing how much you can say without saying anything !

  • @sirmaximus100
    @sirmaximus100 4 года назад +2

    I love the mix of old school and new school tools used to make it. Awesome job as always. You definitely have talent on tap.

  • @BobCaseyAerial
    @BobCaseyAerial 4 года назад +14

    3 minutes in (still watching) and i'm posting ....All i can say is whew, it was good to see you workin some steel...Okay back to watching...
    Thumbs UP Torbjorn....God Bless

  • @MrUltraworld
    @MrUltraworld 4 года назад +2

    I can watch you make handles all day. It's such an impressive skill. Thanks for posting.

  • @josephhollingworth5342
    @josephhollingworth5342 4 года назад +3

    That was amazing to watch. I really enjoy watching you make tools, it's really relaxing. Great craftsmanship as always. Thank you for sharing.

  • @rosemarieosborn8625
    @rosemarieosborn8625 4 года назад +2

    It has been a long while since I last saw one of your delightful videos. So glad I got the notification. I hope you and your loved ones are all well.

  • @АнатолийВладимиров-ы9р

    Many years ago I was fortunate enough to work in a smithy for a short time. An interesting lesson!

  • @franmelendez1971
    @franmelendez1971 4 года назад +1

    perfect channel to go to rest at night with a mind full of peace and harmony. steel comes to life and presence in your hands, thank you for the quality of the broadcast

  • @RayFromTheHayclan
    @RayFromTheHayclan 4 года назад +3

    I've been watching you for a few years and don't remember seeing you forge weld before? Nice to see. Digging for potatoes is like hunting for treasure. Awesome tool.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  4 года назад

      Thanks, it is... you never know what you will find!

  • @ryzingyou3444
    @ryzingyou3444 3 года назад +1

    Your videos ending with you using the tools are so satisfeing
    I would like to learn from a man like you when i was a boy, this is real knowledge, not what the school teaches...

  • @stinkingfishguitars1362
    @stinkingfishguitars1362 4 года назад +5

    Those Japanese saws are magic aren't they? Wonderful work, I just hope you get rewarded properly for your skills.. So many people now just aren't prepared to pay a true craftsman what he's worth..

  • @ncm55449
    @ncm55449 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful..... I am awe struck..... Such attention to detail..... You are truly skilled.... and I admire you

  • @robertoknudsen
    @robertoknudsen 4 года назад +7

    wonderful job, very well done. I liked the positive potato at the final...

  • @jackgraeme3557
    @jackgraeme3557 4 года назад +1

    I am instantly a fan of your work. You know the best un-secret of blacksmithing - accuracy. The one who needs to swings the hammer least is best. Excellent work and, more importantly, excellent technique. Now, I want to watch all of your videos. And, I am jealous of your toys.

  • @danandreinicoara1872
    @danandreinicoara1872 4 года назад +3

    Nice job ,and a lot of satisfaction for potato vegetable,with quality control... your cat !!!!

  • @beammeupscotty1955
    @beammeupscotty1955 4 года назад +1

    Stunning workmanship as always. I never cease to be amazed at how many machines you own.

  • @krispinscanlon-hill5207
    @krispinscanlon-hill5207 4 года назад +5

    Call me selfish but I wish you needed a new tool every day... Hands down the best blacksmithing channel on youtube!

  • @chrisdaigle5410
    @chrisdaigle5410 4 года назад +1

    Great smithing and good looking waxy red potatoes. Potato soup! Potato salad!

  • @user-iw5ln8jl8k
    @user-iw5ln8jl8k 4 года назад +4

    Well done mt friend. Always in awe watching you work your magic. Russ Pennsylvania US

  • @johnwillis4706
    @johnwillis4706 3 года назад +1

    A quality tool that your great grand kids will be using. Great job.

  • @rosstapson
    @rosstapson 4 года назад +3

    Marvellous, as always. Your blacksmithing videos are still my favourite. Tack så mycket!

  • @stanislavkuznetsov2486
    @stanislavkuznetsov2486 4 года назад +2

    Your garden is amazing.

  • @henksnijders3541
    @henksnijders3541 4 года назад +4

    Man, this is absolutely stunning to watch! Great stuff! What a treat! Keep it up please.

  • @kurtsimmons1587
    @kurtsimmons1587 4 года назад +1

    I guess working in a forge shop has brought me to loving blacksmithing! What beautiful workmanship! I love ❤️ it! I wish I was 40 years younger and could start over!

  • @larsstrohmeier2320
    @larsstrohmeier2320 4 года назад +4

    as always, such a beautiful work, both of course in the workmanship as well as the video editing - your calm interlude never fails to make me smile =) cheers!

  • @nopriors
    @nopriors 9 месяцев назад +1

    Potatoes won't have a prayer... Beautiful work.

  • @Dominic.Minischetti
    @Dominic.Minischetti 4 года назад +46

    That is a work of art! Functional art! So awesome!
    The Thunder Bear’s son: “Papa Bear, I would like a new bike”
    The Thunder Bear: “ No problem little bear, Let me fire up the forge..” lol

  • @brianchadwell9581
    @brianchadwell9581 4 года назад +2

    Wow that is amazing really enjoy watching your videos keep up the great work..must be really cool knowing u are making tools your family can use for years and years..great job

  • @baldanddangerous1572
    @baldanddangerous1572 4 года назад +5

    everything you make just screams quality,life long sub here

  • @graemebrumfitt6668
    @graemebrumfitt6668 4 года назад +1

    That was so good to watch no music just the sound of man and machine doing their thing. TFS, G :)

  • @Rinat928
    @Rinat928 4 года назад +7

    Шикарный инвентарь, примите искренние поздравления, связанные с его рождением. Очень понравилась ваша работа с древесиной при изготовлении рукояти. Напомнило детство когда при отсутствии нождачной бумаги дедушка предложил использовать осколки стекла вместо цыкли при шлифовке очередной рукояти из дерева для лопаты или граблей... Ковка в вашем исполнении это просто 👏👏👏👍 благодарю за фильм.

  • @ratroddiesels1981
    @ratroddiesels1981 4 года назад +1

    the craftsmanship and videography are exceptional in your presentation. those will be the best tasting potatoes ever hoed out . we noticed a vee shape potato thats rare . thank you for sharing.

  • @luketallant3571
    @luketallant3571 4 года назад +3

    Awesome job, especially on the bevels. Thanks again!

  • @theoneandonlyowl3764
    @theoneandonlyowl3764 4 года назад +2

    So relaxing and wonderful to watch you work and produce such wonderful pieces of art and equipment. Love the way you edit these vids together too. A craftsman with a multitude of talents.

  • @gretchenmorfea5988
    @gretchenmorfea5988 4 года назад +4

    4:22 a vfx artist and a blacksmith
    I love it

  • @Al-Fiallos
    @Al-Fiallos 4 года назад +1

    Always amazing. Not only do you see how the tool is made, but you see it put to use.

  • @radder76
    @radder76 4 года назад +41

    Любимая русская традиция-копать картошку. Классная мотыга получилась, одно удовольствие смотреть.

    • @terraincognita6839
      @terraincognita6839 4 года назад +3

      Для картошки данная мотыга не слишком удобна. Тут вилы подручнее будут.

    • @praporshik7386
      @praporshik7386 4 года назад +2

      у нас грунт не тот, нам потяжелее инструмент надо)

    • @ToborGun
      @ToborGun 4 года назад +1

      @@praporshik7386 у нас каких только грунтов нет.

    • @radder76
      @radder76 4 года назад

      @Весёлый Тролль Вы у деревенских и сельчан спросите про мотоблоки и Пятёрочки. А так да, сам покупаю картоху в магазе. Очень удобно.

    • @НаталияСавельева-у5з
      @НаталияСавельева-у5з 3 года назад

      бесполезный какой-то инструмент. Вилы и руки, вот и все дела...

  • @TheTillinger123
    @TheTillinger123 4 года назад +1

    Excellent hammer work and timeless design.
    As usual one for the textbook

  • @truthymchurtsalot7188
    @truthymchurtsalot7188 4 года назад +9

    Torbjorn! Oh how we’ve missed you! Love the potato hoe AND your little grey helper!

  • @aleveraj
    @aleveraj 4 года назад +1

    Oh C'mon Torbjörn, I could not believe my eyes when I saw that YOU, master of all things made of steel, went for the belt sander, instead of using a draw knife!! LOL.
    Excellent and beautiful work man!! Cheers!
    24:35 "Heeeeey boss, I wanna help!!"

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  4 года назад +1

      Ha ha, yes I probably could have used the draw knife, but the sander makes a quick job roughing out the shape. You need to be careful though, it eats through fast.

  • @kypdo1713
    @kypdo1713 4 года назад +11

    I was scared at first that you would not use linseed oil, but you did so i'm relieved x)
    Also you have some nice looking potatoes !

  • @pjhalchemy
    @pjhalchemy 4 года назад +2

    Your symmetry is always just Amazing in all aspects, Torbjörn!! Beautifully crafted handle from raw material with beautiful grain and superb shape and finish too! Most of all I think your videography skills have now matched your prowess with fire, iron and wood...the bee's were great shots! Thanks for what you bring to the community, Torbjörn, simply top of the line! Please stay safe, happy and prosperous!

  • @susanbarbier5053
    @susanbarbier5053 4 года назад +6

    I just want to give a shout out to steel. Amazing material. And also hitting things. BIG shout out to hitting things.

  • @jeffreycoulter4095
    @jeffreycoulter4095 4 года назад +1

    I love your craftsmanship and magic! Beautiful and functional

  • @SanoCrushridge
    @SanoCrushridge 4 года назад +43

    My man bringing back the Jean shorts.

    • @tom-sf7hk
      @tom-sf7hk 4 года назад +3

      Those are called jorts

    • @daltonsluder5503
      @daltonsluder5503 4 года назад

      @@tom-sf7hk talking about the jorts on your face and your ass

  • @blackdiamondforge5868
    @blackdiamondforge5868 4 года назад +1

    Again outstanding craftsmanship never disappoints keep up the great videos

  • @user3141592635
    @user3141592635 4 года назад +3

    Äntligen.
    Jag är alltid fascinerad av din till synes framtida vetskap om järnets flykt under hammaren.

  • @1bluemoon025
    @1bluemoon025 4 года назад

    Beautiful work my friend. And the potato at the end was perfect.

  • @alansquires7382
    @alansquires7382 4 года назад +4

    Brilliant as usual. Thank you for sharing.

  • @richardsolomon8076
    @richardsolomon8076 4 года назад +1

    Nice job Thunderbear 👏 it works wonderfully 👍

  • @peachfreude
    @peachfreude 4 года назад +3

    Haha i love your cat. My cats really like to watch me while i dig the ground then they will sit in the holes that i'd dug for planting the trees. So every time i wanna plant new tree, i have to dig faux holes for my cats too.

    • @erik....
      @erik.... 4 года назад +1

      Haha 😅 I thought you would say you need to move your cats from the holes before planting but that is brilliant.

    • @torbjornahman
      @torbjornahman  4 года назад

      Ha ha!

  • @KillberZomL4D42494
    @KillberZomL4D42494 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful work and cute kitten. Lovely potatoes.

  • @shemwayman1146
    @shemwayman1146 4 года назад +3

    EXCELLENT FILMING. LET ALONE THE CRAFTSMANSHIP.

  • @2012faeeiz
    @2012faeeiz 4 года назад +1

    I put a million likes for you and your wonderful work

  • @joshschneider9766
    @joshschneider9766 4 года назад +6

    Need a tool? Make a tool. Want a well thought out, clearly ergonomically comfy tool? Call this guy.

  • @randyhager2054
    @randyhager2054 4 года назад +1

    GREAT WORK Thunder Bear! I really enjoyed watching you make this simple implement.

  • @michaelroyal9375
    @michaelroyal9375 4 года назад +6

    I remember eating potato cakes off a hoe when I was a kid on a field trip to a old village in my city. We also made candles. Was a great time. This was in the 80's.

  • @jamesbarisitz4794
    @jamesbarisitz4794 4 года назад +1

    The Rolex of gardening tools.

  • @janwijbrand
    @janwijbrand 4 года назад +3

    Beautiful and functional, I love that!

  • @marty01957
    @marty01957 4 года назад +2

    That is a very nice tool,
    Torbjörn!

  • @usnaveen
    @usnaveen 4 года назад +11

    Love from india 🇮🇳 I wanna become as skilled as you are.

  • @whitedirewulfblackdeathblood13
    @whitedirewulfblackdeathblood13 4 года назад +2

    Such amazing an talented craftsmanship you have good sir

  • @davidsachs6619
    @davidsachs6619 4 года назад +16

    Would be an honor to work with a piece of art like this

  • @ollieh8010
    @ollieh8010 4 года назад +1

    Excellent craftsmanship! A solid implement that can be used for many years. Great video.