That Works The only channel where the creators are apologising for the fact that they don't have a dozen craftsmen at their disposal, and you are only 65% sure that its a joke.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

No joke! Just trying to give a realistic perspective.

@helgenigma

2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatWorks Как всегда круто. Привет с Украины!

@NinePillar

2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatWorks And that's why you guys are so badass. You're master craftsmen, not just cutting stuff out like a kid cutting out shapes with scissors in kindergarten. You take your time, do it right, and create absolute (functional) masterpieces. I'll always be a watcher and supporter of your work, gentlemen.

@Luke_BR_

Жыл бұрын

@@NinePillar me too

I really appreciate you showing us how things were actually made, not only from an originality concern, but simply the evolution of smithing.

@Timothious_Maximus

2 жыл бұрын

Aye

Man At Arms isn't the same without you two.... but damn do you guys look much more in your element on this show! keep doing what you love, you earned my sub.

@milkntomatoes9418

Жыл бұрын

Omg this! I found Man At Arms recently and binged random episodes, but watching the new episodes I was unsatisfied by the lack of Ilya's commentaries. After a few eps I realized Matt and Ilya were no longer in the show, so I did some searching and thankfully found this channel.

The historical builds are some of my favorite. I know that you to get the show off on some of the fantasy builds, but it's your attention to the historical detail that I love the most.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

Trust me! We highly agree and its truly nice when a game sponsor understands that and allows us to make some historical for them.

I love polearms. Despite their clear popularity in war they've gone fairly forgotten compared to swords in modern smithing

@jameswhatsit

2 жыл бұрын

I liked that their weapons demo showed how much utility the halberd would have to a guard. “Wearing chain mail? We’ll just stab you with the pointy bit or smash you on the head…”

@f1r3hunt3rz5

2 жыл бұрын

Truth. I wish the king of melee battles i.e the polearm gets its limelight again.

Absolutely love the combination of history, blacksmithing and modern techniques along with the historical context that comes with i. Great video.

the running across the field brought back memories of monty python. you guys have reached new levels of silliness. my congratulations and salutations!

Apprentice blacksmith here, and history nerd as well. I've been practicing smithing for over 2 years in school and at my work, and every time I make progress I just discover how little I know about this art. Seeing your historical build is just candy for my eyes, I'm so impressed by the level of skills and knowledge you display. I hope I'll get to be half as good as you are someday.

Legend says that Matt is still running with his pointy stick ! xD Great work guys, bravo !!!

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

I think you are right!

Damn even if I don’t forge, but seing your work, patience and passion make me want to be your apprentice 😧. You guys really deserve the best 👍 and of course the million subscribers

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Means a lot!

Glad to see some representation for the best weapon type. Halberds are criminally underutilized despite their historical prevalence.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

Well said!

Historical builds are always my favorite. Love 'em.

@sheep1ewe

2 жыл бұрын

I love all the builds so it's not that, but I fully agree.

Thank you very much for discussing the SCALE of arms production in the time with multiple shops producing the various elements in an industrialized manner!

I love these historic builds!

@AcridMonkeysphere

2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatworksTwo Well thank for doing these. I very much enjoy the quality of the videos, the work, the research and information you guys are bringing to the table for each piece. I already can't wait for the next one, but will happily rewatch some of the others in the meantime.

Me: cool, cant wait for a weapon demonstration and to see how it is us... Mat: runs around for 15 mins

Since we‘re on historical builds. ever thought about doing a german Kriegsmesser or even a Zweihänder?

You guys used actual riveted mail for your test! I love it!

Watching Matt run with the halberd might be the funniest thing I've seen in a hot minute.

Really love the devotion you guys have to your pieces. In terms of sticking to the original designs and materials. I also appreciate that you guys don’t take shortcut a with a plasma cutter like some people 😳

The historic builds are great. Really want to see a Polish Saber build. There are a good amount of directions you can go with the style for it.

@adambielen8996

2 жыл бұрын

Yes please!

This is why I watch a few select smithing channels. To see the most probable methods, materials, and to learn techniques, on how this stuff was made.

Watching Ilya work is such a pleasure. I also enjoy how he explains everything in detail about the choice he makes in design and everything is great.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

He does go at it with no fear and much research.

Seeing Matt charging to the horizon just fills me with glee.

Awesome to see what a historical halberd would look like in real-life VS some of the ones we see in video games like elden ring .. and as always unmatched craftsmanship, love seeing talented people in their element

Do you think the guy that made that hinge all those years ago would be happy to know his hinge is now a beautiful weapon? I bet he would be.

That's a nice halberd. The spike looks vicious, and I love the (presumably) decorative patterns cut into the blade.

Ilya actually refined that piece of hinge before shows the professionalism and dedication he has for the trade. A true forge master. Great detailing and great build from u 2 my friends

Great work as always. It is nice to see that "Historical" means more than just shape to you guys!

Great video! I really like the decorations you made to the halberd head with the electro-etched pattern, the copper rivets on the langets compliment the build really nice aswell!

@ilyaalekseyev3589

2 жыл бұрын

Not electro etch. Just acid

@Robenbuilds

2 жыл бұрын

@@ilyaalekseyev3589 Ah that makes sense, since there is also the obvious pattern on the steel from the forge welded layering! Anyhow really nice!

Historical builds with Professor Ilya are the best builds! Love it! Also, Ilya looks damned good in that outfit at the end.

‘’Courage taught me no matter how bad a crisis gets ... any sound investment will eventually pay off."

@michaelcollins1220

2 жыл бұрын

Making it out at a young age is quite difficult. I started a side hustle at 17, saved up and made some good investments. l'm 28,live on my own and having a good life for myself. Big ups to you and everyone out there trying

@steceymorgan814

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelcollins1220 Sounds like plan, how do you put money to work?

@michaelcollins1220

2 жыл бұрын

@@steceymorgan814 Yes it sure is. I put in money in investments and get profits. That 's how I make more money without working. This does not sound new to you right ?

@steceymorgan814

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelcollins1220 Thanks for replying me, I've heard so many people talk about investment but none had said how to do it right.

@alexmontrey5372

2 жыл бұрын

Am hoping on you can explain more on how you make extra income from investments

3:49 But watching you guys makes these weapons are already delightful!

Ill be honest, you guys dont make the most prettiest knives or useful knives but the history lessons and the great editing makes it all worth it! Still AMAZING bladesmithing and knowledge though! Don't let these knives fool you guys. They could easily make very high end knives if they wanted to.

The modern recreations are great, but man, when you guys huddle around a historic recreation. Muah, chef's kiss.

As a fan of these guys and as a Filipino too, I love to watch you guys make your take on Kampilan sword. I know Forge in Fire contestants made this, but I love you guys made this.

Здорово 👍 Обожаю ваши работы и канал. Крутые ребята, браво👏👏👏 Успехов вам!!!

The guard high-step charging over huge tracks of land has an unmistakable "You're marrying Princess Lucky, so you better get used to the idea" vibe. Definitely within your idiom!

This build was absolutely EPIC!

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Shaun !

Cool build! If it interests you, maybe you can try casting a bronze age weapon. You can test to see how much of a difference work hardening the edge makes.

@Timothious_Maximus

2 жыл бұрын

That's a fun idea

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

We could do that. Or perhaps even forge one.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

But which one would we make ?

@TheBeardedDwarf

2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatWorks A bronze age Celtic design would be interesting, I haven't seen many Celtic designs made.

@F0XD1E

2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatWorks Maybe an Egyptian one since Moon Knight is pretty popular right now? Could make a Khopesh for the historical aspect and the little moon shaped blade that Moon Knight uses.

Matt is really outstanding in his field. He's out running in his field, too. LOL Nice one! :D Halberds are cool!!

Love how there are bits of history facts between forging.

Matt & Iliya at their best It's also a pleasure to see that master-crafted flowered doghead hammer doing its job

The running was ridiculous, I loved it lol.

@ThatWorks

Жыл бұрын

Hehe!

that "game play" segment for the ending is fantastic. I've watched so many of your videos and this one really takes the cake. Great job guys looking forward to the next one. Lastly if you happen to see this comment I'd love to see the two of you doing something with a serrated blade. I've been really curious at how the serrations are made and how different types of serrations are used in different roles. Pat yourselves on the back you all deserve and your work is appreciated.

God these 2 are the best. I tried watching others; but it's usually just CnC or pound out bc it's cool. They don't talk about the heritage of the weapons, legacy those weapons left behind in different cultures, or the methods/time period accuracy.

The wrought-iron left such a beautiful pattern on the blade!

beautiful work as always. the velvet wrap was a nice touch, too.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

Yea I think so to! Some were really decorated with a ton of detail.

Awesome build with much appriecated historical background ! Thank you :) What about a "bec de corbin" next ?

When they demonstrate it at the end, you can see how all the pointy edges of the halberd actually work... so cool!

Thank you for not only making entertaining but also educational videos!

Yes! Polearm! I'll take full credit for this one being on the channel. :)

You don’t know me but your videos helped save my life. I know that’s not why you make them, but they inspired me to forge and it was an outlet I sorely needed, thanks buddy guy

@ThatWorks

Жыл бұрын

That’s amazing! Thanks for sharing! Makes it all worth it when I hear these types of things

Long time viewer and huge fan, I was wondering if we could see more of Ilya showing off some of his more artistic architectural smithing that he's mentioned is a fabulous way to improve skills. Also the halberd came out awesome!!!

Thank you for explaining about the carbon content Iron itself can’t be quenched, so talking about carbon is essential to justify the quenching in the video

The extra work and research that goes into making those historical builds are really what makes those video so good IMO

Halberds were slimmer and lightweight in my mind.You'd have to be really strong to properly handle one of those beasts! Loved every single bit

Nice work man's !Thank you for showing!Greeting #BulatsSchmiede from germany (Bulat the Blacksmith from germany)😊🤙

Seeing all this forge welding really makes me appreciate arc welding more. The craftsmanship you show makes me, a lowly welder, feel like what i do is almost cheating in comparison.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

Its fine to use for making most things, but not when we are trying for historical type research.

Historical/realistic builds are waaay more beautiful than the average fantasy ones.

Omg. A masterclass in metalwork, as per usual 🤩

There's just something special about this channel, seriously.

Magnificent! Once again you guys absolutely crushed it. Not only is your attention to the history of the item laudable but the end product is a work of art.

Great build, looks like Matt had fun with the demo.

This turned out beautifully! It's even more impressive after knowing just how much research goes into trying to make the build historically accurate. Well done guys!!

Could you do a historical Naginata some time as well. The Helebarde was a beautiful piece of work.

Thanks guys I do enjoy your historical builds always great to watch

Gods I love watching these guys work!!!

hearing my home town, sheffield, be mentioned here, makes me proud

This is a repeat of my suggestions in one of the other episodes of That Works... your take on the Thunder Cats sword of Omens or from the remake of She-ra... the sword of Protection. Just a couple of suggestions. I really enjoy watching your episodes. Rock on.

Incredible. It would be interesting to see what you could come up with making one from the future.

Love these historical builds.

Nicely Done guys! Looks great. I look forward to seeing your next video.

Incredible art you created there

historical builds are always my favorite on this channel, absolutely geek out on this stuff.

I love the historical builds. I know Ilya can make armor so I'd love to see more of that. Cheers!

Watching you guys work, makes one realize why smiths were thought to be wizards!

Thank you!!!!!! This is the only satisfying and complete explanation I've ever found on how halberd are made. You guys have answered a question that I've had for years. Thank you. Love you guys keep up the good work.

Outward is literally my favorite game. What a collab!!

That’s so damn impressive the skill to forge weld with only wire holding it together

Love your art completely with excited ignorance of its full complexity

I would like to see a video where you make 10 weapons of the same kind. The purpose is to show what would you do to speed up the process as they would do back in the day. You always spend extra time adding details and polishing to make it better and more beautiful, but I wonder how far they would go for a normal weapon.

really good editing on this one, makes such a big difference

It seems like halberds were asked if they wanted to be an axe, spear, or claw. And they just said "yes."

@knutboehnert3163

2 жыл бұрын

Poor melon

@KainYusanagi

2 жыл бұрын

Good for slashing and good for stabbing at range, able to be utilized while mounted, while not being disadvantaged against armor; it really fulfills its niche.

Luved this one , and the cherry on the cake . Watching him run through the field . Laughed for 20 mins .. Keep up the great work . How about Mistilteinn ?

Epic build! Beautiful work!

Beautiful

I love how you guys loom at what you do as more as simple "making cool stuff" I absolutely love your historical respect and how Ilyia describes things and explains from a artistic/ historical P.O.V second to non guys

That running alone deserves a like.

I dig the historical builds. Knowledge download and a great weapon.

@ThatWorks

2 жыл бұрын

That's certainly our main goal with these!

Sweet build- I didn't think it would actually cut the gallon jug because of the shape of the blade, but it did. Impressive!

"consider liking this video"... Excuse me. I found you guys when Men at Arms Reforged was going on, and have been following you literally since the channel was created. I like all the damn videos. Anyone not liking the videos can by all means seek out the nearest ledge and smash their foot against it till they hear a pop. I think the Heretic was my favorite video though. The artistry was unbelievable. Also ahegao sweater at bladeshow. 10/10.

Absolutely beautiful, thanks for the video.

Awesome video guys! Thank you!

Great build ❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

friggin awesome!

I am so glad you finally did another polearm build regardless if it's historical or not. What an amazing works guys!!

Awesome build!

The historical information and context really elevates your content! love you guys

Gorgeous.

"Check out Outward - Definitive Edition here: wehy.pe/y/2/ThatWorks #ad" What should we make next? There will be a podcast about this build on the That Works Too channel on Saturday. kzread.info/dash/bejne/naZ_qpJ-h9TSecY.html

@Paradox-vk9fe

2 жыл бұрын

Connor MacLeod Katana from the original highlander, lmao it is funny I have been asking for this build since 2016 and was an awesome video.

@vexaris1890

2 жыл бұрын

Outward is an amazing game.

@mking3219

2 жыл бұрын

You two make really cool stuff, keep it up!