Forging A Japanese Style Blade From Nickel And Steel, Blacksmithing, Knifemaking
Layered "go mai" gyuto from 1045, Ni, and 52100. firecreekforge.com / firecreekforge #japanese #knife #forging
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@dustindutton2493 Жыл бұрын
Dude you're the Bob Ross of knife making. Something about watching/listening to you forge relaxes me just like Mr.Ross. I look forward to your content, especially, after a long stressful day at work. Stay you! And keep up the amazing/beautiful work. By far my favorite forging channel on youtube
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch!
@TrippyEverythingVisuals
Жыл бұрын
THIS
@dougschad7340
Жыл бұрын
I concure
@tedsmith3061 Жыл бұрын
I could watch this all day. Just keep narrating and keep doing.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir
@waltv6385 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the fact that you criticize your own mistakes and share those critiques with your viewers. It makes us much more aware of how really talented you are to see some of your other works that are truly wonderful. Thanks!
@Dorabada Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the pattern that came out on the blade. in my opinion irregularities are the coolest thing about organic-looking designs. the high contrast of the etching kind of makes the steel look transparent. amazing job all in all
@jeremys3141
Жыл бұрын
I agree. That pattern couldn’t have been better even if planned. It looks amazing as is.
@soundslikebstome Жыл бұрын
Any creator can pick out the flaws, but the rest of us can appreciate the creation just the way it is. It's different and I like it.
@rveubank Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the explanation of what didn't go the way you had planned
@bergthorjohannesson7819 Жыл бұрын
That is a beautiful pattern! Looks like a coastline with some islands dotting it!
@Derek-jp4my Жыл бұрын
honestly I love the irregularity of the patterns edge! I looks so much like a satellite view of a coast.
@bhutjolokia6990 Жыл бұрын
I am always amazed at the pattern!! My brain never understands how the pattern will look!!🤔😂😂 Awesome knife!!👍👍
@brianbiter1134 Жыл бұрын
It looks like surf breaking against the beach. It is quite beautiful! Accidental art is the best kind!
@outbackladas Жыл бұрын
Well, you’re definitely a better blade smith than a stand up comedian 😂😂😂. Quite a good knife really, enjoyed watching the whole process 👍 Regards from Down Under.
@tw4231 Жыл бұрын
The pattern really grows on you the more you look at it. I would have absolutely no issue at all owning a knife like that. Even though it didn't come out like you envisioned, it really is a very nice knife. Well done, sir.
@jameslatham3521 Жыл бұрын
I like the pattern. It is a cool take on a traditional pattern.
@bizkithead669 Жыл бұрын
Man, that steel was really moving for you putting the tip and bevel to it. Nice knife.
@Omnihil777 Жыл бұрын
For my taste I take that uneven dream landscape of steel ANY DAY before a perfectly evenly forged one. This is awesome, seriously! Looks ver VERY tasteful and noble to me. Loving it!
@mrthywicked5097 Жыл бұрын
that's amazing! the pattern is like a shore line on a beach. very beautiful blade
@beb32225 Жыл бұрын
nice knife.....one of a kind.....that makes it worth more to ever purchased it....
@mgrenell Жыл бұрын
I almost passed on this video. Although I will say I’m glad I stayed till the end. Perfection is not always an option with trying new processes. Although it can end in quality, as per this blade. One of your best videos and knives. Keep up the great content!
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate it!!
@bf6554 Жыл бұрын
You should totally livestream a build and get superchats. Great way to expand the channel, your business, and engage with your community. Just a thought.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the idea, I will keep that in mind!
@wolfparty4234 Жыл бұрын
I think it’s worth every penny!!💪🏼❤️🔥🔥🔥 Happiest of Holidays to you and your family!! 🙏🏻❤️🌲👍🏻
@tincansailor9437 Жыл бұрын
The pattern is gorgeously hypnotic. Happy accidents!
@E1337Jerk Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the indepth look at why what happened but I love the way it came out. Keep it up your doing great work.
@andyt5559 Жыл бұрын
it's like a ghost blade the difference between the 2 layers it almost makes the cutting edge look like glass! LOVE IT!
@zackkullis5555 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful blade! The pattern has this controlled chaos look to it that is as unique as it is cool
@jimwest3363 Жыл бұрын
That blade is mind blowing.
@davidtatro7457 Жыл бұрын
Nicely done. Remember that the Japanese smiths who get that even core steel reveal have been doing these blades for years. They also usually use a convex grind instead of a full flat grind which is more forgiving in terms of core steel reveal.
@brysonalden5414 Жыл бұрын
The blade speaks for itself, lovingly! I really appreciate your after-action report; you covered some aspects of pattern steel forging that are not discussed enough IMO. I always try to remember to count each blow on each side of the billet and match them. I try . . . and often fail. Such is the nature of my skill level at this point.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@gidi1899 Жыл бұрын
Amazing!!! Treasure Map Knife
@paykore45 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Loved the process analysis. Its always great to hear about what specifically worked and what didn't, because to my layman's eyes it all looks great.
@mikeyryan1995 Жыл бұрын
i like the extra at the end !
@chewyakarieckenicholas6049 Жыл бұрын
That is an amazingly beautiful blade that is going to make someone very happy and proud to own
@davidholder1192 Жыл бұрын
Love the explanation at the end, with an honest discussion of lessons learned. Thank you.
@butthedd0233 Жыл бұрын
I understand your critic of the blade. Still a beautiful knife I would proudly use in my kitchen.
@UtahFive0hh Жыл бұрын
These videos where you describe what youre doing are far more enjoyable to watch and I feel like I learn more watching this. By the way this is a really cool execution of a cool idea
@ronaldmathis8849 Жыл бұрын
I so enjoy watching your channel. I have watched a few others but find myself coming back to Fire Creek. Keep up the great content.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!
@JB-iu6dj Жыл бұрын
12:45 sorry but I think the san-Mai came out great. I love the inconsistency in the patterning. As a woodworker/turner, the defects and flaws in timber gives it individuality and uniqueness. That’s what you have there. The uneven san mai doesn’t affect the knifes functionality but it gives it a ‘one of a kind’ quality that can’t really be reproduced.
@EdwinPipesCigars Жыл бұрын
great work on the knife and I really enjoyed the breakdown explanation thanks
@iamroy5993 Жыл бұрын
I agree with the last commenter Elijah, you are being too hard on yourself. Been following your channel for a really long time and watching the progression of your work has been inspirational. As a fellow knife artist I do get it though. We get this idea and can visualize the outcome before we even get started. Sometimes the end result does not quite match the vision. It is a beautiful piece of work and someone will be blessed to add it to their collection. Keep it up… love your videos and humble nature. Be blessed and continue being a blessing to others!
@eddiethompson717 Жыл бұрын
Transparency, Yes, I'm a big fan. You sound a bit disappointed on the pattern, but what you created was true art. That pattern looks like a "Damascus-Marble" motif. That nickle really made that shine pop. Great job. You created a new look. Look at it as Tony Stark creating the new element.
@albertedwardglinesii2868 Жыл бұрын
Very nice and very precious work and I'm sure there's a lot of pride showing through him.
@81selfmade1 Жыл бұрын
Even though the design didn't turn out how you want it looks really good. Almost like the high carbon steel was inset into the damascus
@ericmarcus9277 Жыл бұрын
Adding review of the different areas of the project is one of the most important things you can do to grow as a craftsman and businessman. Your evolution has been impressive!
@danwoodruff4323 Жыл бұрын
That is a work of art.
@bronsonwhite611 Жыл бұрын
Love the addition of an AAR
@stanvanmansfeld4694 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for searching the extra information and some reflection to your already crazy good blades. Learnd a lot
@shawndesjardins3841 Жыл бұрын
Good to see you were wearing a mask while working the cocobolo. That stuff is like sanding ghost peppers.
@dantes677 Жыл бұрын
I think the blade looks great. I also really appreciate the after action report.
@sysop007 Жыл бұрын
Cocobolo is a beautiful wood. I had a bass made with it. There’s another good hardly used super hard wood for scales or handles it’s called lignum vitae. Really beautiful and durable stuff.
@kevindavis6042 Жыл бұрын
Regardless of your personal intentions the blade looks f@#$ing awesome I especially like the 3d effect
@hackusprime Жыл бұрын
I commend you on your work ethic, good sir. Nice blade nice video
@grumpytinatoys9522 Жыл бұрын
It kind of looks like a metal with Smokey acrylic kind of blade. I think it looks very cool and even though it didn't turn out the way you pictured it I think it is a very unique blade.
@Robpearceknives Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your critique. I think it taught more than most “how to” videos generally do for those that are trying to up their game. Thank you!
@TrippyEverythingVisuals Жыл бұрын
WOW. that is the most beautiful knife I've ever seen. Love your videos!!
@mcbarber5108 Жыл бұрын
That pattern came out great! Very nice.
@drfreddave9020 Жыл бұрын
Love the break down of your work after.
@c3N3q Жыл бұрын
The balance of the knife could be adjusted by putting some inserts into the handle at the end (metal, stone),, or adding a bolt-on end. 🧐 I have enjoyed the voice over and the analysis, and really like the way the blade turned, although unintended. As a customer, I'd most likely choose this knife over its future improved version. Happy holidays! 🍿
@kurtbogle2973 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information. I'm just beginning at blade making . Fascinating.
@jwaterous224 Жыл бұрын
It's beautiful!
@The5As7 Жыл бұрын
This was probably my favorite build so far. I love the way that blade turned out! Glad to see your new dies are working good on your power hammer. Merry Christmas!
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Merry Christmas!
@johnvaluk1401 Жыл бұрын
Very interesting pattern. Looks like a map of a rocky coast with the ocean
@Zeechit Жыл бұрын
love watching you work
@VirginiaBronson Жыл бұрын
The pattern reminds me of a nebula far out in the universe somewhere. Thank you for the informative narration. I looked to see if it was listed on your website and couldn't find it. I'm sure it sold before this video even came out. It's a showstopper.
@jcknives4162 Жыл бұрын
I would like to see how you execute tapered tangs. Also performance testing. Great video, great content. Thank ypu
@renepicard8113 Жыл бұрын
Well done the pattern looks good to me I understand your concerns we learn as we go
@vinceosborne6656 Жыл бұрын
The blade looks like it had some sort of fungus growing in it. Realy cool looking. I feel that your beating yourself up hear. This is a real unique pattern. I haven't seen anything like this before. Your mistakes are what made this knife so cool. I want it.
@tracerxrider Жыл бұрын
Looks fantastic
@robertsimmons126411 ай бұрын
Beautiful!
@kzarnold3678 Жыл бұрын
Nicely done
@abelolsen9656 Жыл бұрын
That's a very cool blade. It looks like cloudy, near transparent centre, and the divider between pattern and steel middle looks like 3D effect on it. The only I hate about the video, is the camera at the end review session. where you used the wide angle, nearly fish-eyed lens made it looks like the blade is bent and perhaps shifting some patterns too, I think.
@Robbie7441 Жыл бұрын
That is one stunning looking blade 👍🏻
@bruceb51 Жыл бұрын
Once again you're thinking outside the box. I would have never considered 1045/15n20 sheet metal to make Damascus. Great job !!
@bjslater4199 Жыл бұрын
I actually really like the variation in the cladding cover of the core. I feel like it leans further into the artistic side of things rather perfect uniformity.
@balajiram15 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work! 👍
@USAUSAM82 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful! The nickel gives a 3d effect in contrast with the darker 1045 that is mesmerizing! Wow! 😲👍
@jasonharrison25 Жыл бұрын
My first thought was it looked like the Pillars of Creation of the Carina Nebula. Then it started to look like a glacier shoreline. Very cool build despite your issues. I look forward to your second try
@firestorm755 Жыл бұрын
I understand how it didn't turn out like you were expecting but... That's a cool knife! Stop being so hard on yourself, it's fantastic work. Have a great Christmas ⛄
@lowbudgetbob1155 Жыл бұрын
Back in the day, what would have been the heat treat process before the small ovens came about? Another beautiful blade!
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Coal or charcoal forges were it. Thanks for watching!
@chrisangelone3349 Жыл бұрын
That came out gorgeous. Well done. I love the high contrast of the nickel
@TysoniusRex Жыл бұрын
The pattern is actually quite attractive and unique. As you noted, I'm sure it will stand up to its intended purpose with no trouble. Understand it falls short of what you were aiming for, but a nice piece of work nonetheless that I think anyone would be proud to have in their kitchen. Thanks for sharing!
@swampdonkay Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the breakdown as much as watching you make it. I'm trying to learn the trade, so the breakdown is very valuable to me
@billycurran9688 Жыл бұрын
I f*****g love the pattern such a great build
@jamesspry3294 Жыл бұрын
It's like Bob Ross decided to start forging knives...!
@krissteel4074 Жыл бұрын
Nickel is a really handy metal in forging, especially when you're working with high alloys or stuff with a lot of chromium in it which doesn't always like to stick, a layer of Ni will more or less glue it together. I use it in San-Mai types of blades a fair bit, especially for the stainless cladding which is already hard enough, but a layer in there will take out a lot of the fudge-factor of maybe having something usable at the end of the day. It doesn't have the same plastic deformation you get from steels though, so when you see wider areas of Ni in your pattern welds its usually because it'll just squeeze out and around things sort of like if you had two cutting boards and put some dough in between them, press down and the dough will still be between the boards, but very thin + a lot out the sides. Where I've found it most useful is in something like mokume-gane with copper, bronze, brass etc base metals as it does tend to have the same level of deformation as those and a bit more predictable in how it all behaves. Just on my own observations on san-mai types of knives, you sort of want to get as close as you can to the final dimensions on that final forge weld, which means long, thin billets and then just going in by hand on the final setting with the hammer. So just a light pass or two on the forging and then sort of pick a side you'd like to have a bit more character on in terms of the core-steel exposure to the cladding coverage. Think there's still a bit of a luck factor some days! Some just don't work out how you intend
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, thanks for the input!
@AndyFromBeaverton Жыл бұрын
More, please! That's an absolutely fantastic pattern. It looks organic.
@jeffallen1151 Жыл бұрын
I think it turned out awesome!! You make some of the best knives I’ve seen. And am proud to say that I own one!!! I got a bull cutter from you and it has turned out to be a everyday carry knife for me. Keep up the great work!!
@mistred69 Жыл бұрын
Wish I hadn't missed buying that one!
@bradoakley7667 Жыл бұрын
Quite doubting your self it f-ing amazing and 40 years of sharpening love it
@lordsqueak Жыл бұрын
Awesome pattern. Sometimes by not doing it right, you end up with something better. It looks like a coast line, and the contrast between the steels looks almost 3 dimensional. I would love to see what you can do if you do this on purpose and build on the concept. oh.. and also. great work with the video editing. talking about what you tried to do, and how it came out, really takes this "genre" of videos up a notch.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate it
@charlesmatteson888 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful blade nice work and merry Christmas
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Merry Christmas!
@multicoloredwiz Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the after analysis!!@
@ericmoore2236 Жыл бұрын
Very nice 👍 great work Sir 👏
@dalerose1694 Жыл бұрын
First off you do incredible work. I’m curious how many days start to finish. Really enjoyed your contacts God bless enjoying the season with your family.
@ZenSpider40 Жыл бұрын
For some reason the core steel looks translucent in the video. Almost looks like ivory, might be the settings on my phone. Awesome effect. Dude, that blade shimmers .
@bigunksworkshop786 Жыл бұрын
Really like the blade and am definitely enjoying your end of video thoughts. I learn a lot from you so hearing your own feedback is very helpful. Thank you for all the effort you put into putting out great content
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thank you I appreciate it!!
@DavidEricWilliams Жыл бұрын
Impressive knife - and knowledge
@steciaffa2227 Жыл бұрын
I just love it! And from my pov the separation between the two steel is simply great, I mean estetically
@lunkydog Жыл бұрын
I agree on that the cladding would have looked better with a lower layer count. Many times it's much better to avoid the temptation to produce the higher layer count.
@williamlohman4665 Жыл бұрын
I would say happy accident. I really like the it turned out. I get what u wanted, but really like it the way it is. U could never make that look twice. Love it
@brucewoodcock8436 Жыл бұрын
I feel the pattern is great and you should not feel that falls in the category of " could of done better" I feel the unique pattern is the soul of the blade
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Dude you're the Bob Ross of knife making. Something about watching/listening to you forge relaxes me just like Mr.Ross. I look forward to your content, especially, after a long stressful day at work. Stay you! And keep up the amazing/beautiful work. By far my favorite forging channel on youtube
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch!
@TrippyEverythingVisuals
Жыл бұрын
THIS
@dougschad7340
Жыл бұрын
I concure
I could watch this all day. Just keep narrating and keep doing.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir
I appreciate the fact that you criticize your own mistakes and share those critiques with your viewers. It makes us much more aware of how really talented you are to see some of your other works that are truly wonderful. Thanks!
I absolutely love the pattern that came out on the blade. in my opinion irregularities are the coolest thing about organic-looking designs. the high contrast of the etching kind of makes the steel look transparent. amazing job all in all
@jeremys3141
Жыл бұрын
I agree. That pattern couldn’t have been better even if planned. It looks amazing as is.
Any creator can pick out the flaws, but the rest of us can appreciate the creation just the way it is. It's different and I like it.
I appreciate the explanation of what didn't go the way you had planned
That is a beautiful pattern! Looks like a coastline with some islands dotting it!
honestly I love the irregularity of the patterns edge! I looks so much like a satellite view of a coast.
I am always amazed at the pattern!! My brain never understands how the pattern will look!!🤔😂😂 Awesome knife!!👍👍
It looks like surf breaking against the beach. It is quite beautiful! Accidental art is the best kind!
Well, you’re definitely a better blade smith than a stand up comedian 😂😂😂. Quite a good knife really, enjoyed watching the whole process 👍 Regards from Down Under.
The pattern really grows on you the more you look at it. I would have absolutely no issue at all owning a knife like that. Even though it didn't come out like you envisioned, it really is a very nice knife. Well done, sir.
I like the pattern. It is a cool take on a traditional pattern.
Man, that steel was really moving for you putting the tip and bevel to it. Nice knife.
For my taste I take that uneven dream landscape of steel ANY DAY before a perfectly evenly forged one. This is awesome, seriously! Looks ver VERY tasteful and noble to me. Loving it!
that's amazing! the pattern is like a shore line on a beach. very beautiful blade
nice knife.....one of a kind.....that makes it worth more to ever purchased it....
I almost passed on this video. Although I will say I’m glad I stayed till the end. Perfection is not always an option with trying new processes. Although it can end in quality, as per this blade. One of your best videos and knives. Keep up the great content!
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate it!!
You should totally livestream a build and get superchats. Great way to expand the channel, your business, and engage with your community. Just a thought.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the idea, I will keep that in mind!
I think it’s worth every penny!!💪🏼❤️🔥🔥🔥 Happiest of Holidays to you and your family!! 🙏🏻❤️🌲👍🏻
The pattern is gorgeously hypnotic. Happy accidents!
I appreciate the indepth look at why what happened but I love the way it came out. Keep it up your doing great work.
it's like a ghost blade the difference between the 2 layers it almost makes the cutting edge look like glass! LOVE IT!
Beautiful blade! The pattern has this controlled chaos look to it that is as unique as it is cool
That blade is mind blowing.
Nicely done. Remember that the Japanese smiths who get that even core steel reveal have been doing these blades for years. They also usually use a convex grind instead of a full flat grind which is more forgiving in terms of core steel reveal.
The blade speaks for itself, lovingly! I really appreciate your after-action report; you covered some aspects of pattern steel forging that are not discussed enough IMO. I always try to remember to count each blow on each side of the billet and match them. I try . . . and often fail. Such is the nature of my skill level at this point.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Amazing!!! Treasure Map Knife
Excellent video. Loved the process analysis. Its always great to hear about what specifically worked and what didn't, because to my layman's eyes it all looks great.
i like the extra at the end !
That is an amazingly beautiful blade that is going to make someone very happy and proud to own
Love the explanation at the end, with an honest discussion of lessons learned. Thank you.
I understand your critic of the blade. Still a beautiful knife I would proudly use in my kitchen.
These videos where you describe what youre doing are far more enjoyable to watch and I feel like I learn more watching this. By the way this is a really cool execution of a cool idea
I so enjoy watching your channel. I have watched a few others but find myself coming back to Fire Creek. Keep up the great content.
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!
12:45 sorry but I think the san-Mai came out great. I love the inconsistency in the patterning. As a woodworker/turner, the defects and flaws in timber gives it individuality and uniqueness. That’s what you have there. The uneven san mai doesn’t affect the knifes functionality but it gives it a ‘one of a kind’ quality that can’t really be reproduced.
great work on the knife and I really enjoyed the breakdown explanation thanks
I agree with the last commenter Elijah, you are being too hard on yourself. Been following your channel for a really long time and watching the progression of your work has been inspirational. As a fellow knife artist I do get it though. We get this idea and can visualize the outcome before we even get started. Sometimes the end result does not quite match the vision. It is a beautiful piece of work and someone will be blessed to add it to their collection. Keep it up… love your videos and humble nature. Be blessed and continue being a blessing to others!
Transparency, Yes, I'm a big fan. You sound a bit disappointed on the pattern, but what you created was true art. That pattern looks like a "Damascus-Marble" motif. That nickle really made that shine pop. Great job. You created a new look. Look at it as Tony Stark creating the new element.
Very nice and very precious work and I'm sure there's a lot of pride showing through him.
Even though the design didn't turn out how you want it looks really good. Almost like the high carbon steel was inset into the damascus
Adding review of the different areas of the project is one of the most important things you can do to grow as a craftsman and businessman. Your evolution has been impressive!
That is a work of art.
Love the addition of an AAR
Thank you for searching the extra information and some reflection to your already crazy good blades. Learnd a lot
Good to see you were wearing a mask while working the cocobolo. That stuff is like sanding ghost peppers.
I think the blade looks great. I also really appreciate the after action report.
Cocobolo is a beautiful wood. I had a bass made with it. There’s another good hardly used super hard wood for scales or handles it’s called lignum vitae. Really beautiful and durable stuff.
Regardless of your personal intentions the blade looks f@#$ing awesome I especially like the 3d effect
I commend you on your work ethic, good sir. Nice blade nice video
It kind of looks like a metal with Smokey acrylic kind of blade. I think it looks very cool and even though it didn't turn out the way you pictured it I think it is a very unique blade.
I really appreciate your critique. I think it taught more than most “how to” videos generally do for those that are trying to up their game. Thank you!
WOW. that is the most beautiful knife I've ever seen. Love your videos!!
That pattern came out great! Very nice.
Love the break down of your work after.
The balance of the knife could be adjusted by putting some inserts into the handle at the end (metal, stone),, or adding a bolt-on end. 🧐 I have enjoyed the voice over and the analysis, and really like the way the blade turned, although unintended. As a customer, I'd most likely choose this knife over its future improved version. Happy holidays! 🍿
Thanks for the information. I'm just beginning at blade making . Fascinating.
It's beautiful!
This was probably my favorite build so far. I love the way that blade turned out! Glad to see your new dies are working good on your power hammer. Merry Christmas!
@FireCreekForge
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Merry Christmas!
Very interesting pattern. Looks like a map of a rocky coast with the ocean
love watching you work
The pattern reminds me of a nebula far out in the universe somewhere. Thank you for the informative narration. I looked to see if it was listed on your website and couldn't find it. I'm sure it sold before this video even came out. It's a showstopper.
I would like to see how you execute tapered tangs. Also performance testing. Great video, great content. Thank ypu
Well done the pattern looks good to me I understand your concerns we learn as we go
The blade looks like it had some sort of fungus growing in it. Realy cool looking. I feel that your beating yourself up hear. This is a real unique pattern. I haven't seen anything like this before. Your mistakes are what made this knife so cool. I want it.
Looks fantastic
Beautiful!
Nicely done
That's a very cool blade. It looks like cloudy, near transparent centre, and the divider between pattern and steel middle looks like 3D effect on it. The only I hate about the video, is the camera at the end review session. where you used the wide angle, nearly fish-eyed lens made it looks like the blade is bent and perhaps shifting some patterns too, I think.
That is one stunning looking blade 👍🏻
Once again you're thinking outside the box. I would have never considered 1045/15n20 sheet metal to make Damascus. Great job !!
I actually really like the variation in the cladding cover of the core. I feel like it leans further into the artistic side of things rather perfect uniformity.
Beautiful work! 👍
Absolutely beautiful! The nickel gives a 3d effect in contrast with the darker 1045 that is mesmerizing! Wow! 😲👍
My first thought was it looked like the Pillars of Creation of the Carina Nebula. Then it started to look like a glacier shoreline. Very cool build despite your issues. I look forward to your second try
I understand how it didn't turn out like you were expecting but... That's a cool knife! Stop being so hard on yourself, it's fantastic work. Have a great Christmas ⛄
Back in the day, what would have been the heat treat process before the small ovens came about? Another beautiful blade!
@FireCreekForge
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Coal or charcoal forges were it. Thanks for watching!
That came out gorgeous. Well done. I love the high contrast of the nickel
The pattern is actually quite attractive and unique. As you noted, I'm sure it will stand up to its intended purpose with no trouble. Understand it falls short of what you were aiming for, but a nice piece of work nonetheless that I think anyone would be proud to have in their kitchen. Thanks for sharing!
Enjoyed the breakdown as much as watching you make it. I'm trying to learn the trade, so the breakdown is very valuable to me
I f*****g love the pattern such a great build
It's like Bob Ross decided to start forging knives...!
Nickel is a really handy metal in forging, especially when you're working with high alloys or stuff with a lot of chromium in it which doesn't always like to stick, a layer of Ni will more or less glue it together. I use it in San-Mai types of blades a fair bit, especially for the stainless cladding which is already hard enough, but a layer in there will take out a lot of the fudge-factor of maybe having something usable at the end of the day. It doesn't have the same plastic deformation you get from steels though, so when you see wider areas of Ni in your pattern welds its usually because it'll just squeeze out and around things sort of like if you had two cutting boards and put some dough in between them, press down and the dough will still be between the boards, but very thin + a lot out the sides. Where I've found it most useful is in something like mokume-gane with copper, bronze, brass etc base metals as it does tend to have the same level of deformation as those and a bit more predictable in how it all behaves. Just on my own observations on san-mai types of knives, you sort of want to get as close as you can to the final dimensions on that final forge weld, which means long, thin billets and then just going in by hand on the final setting with the hammer. So just a light pass or two on the forging and then sort of pick a side you'd like to have a bit more character on in terms of the core-steel exposure to the cladding coverage. Think there's still a bit of a luck factor some days! Some just don't work out how you intend
@FireCreekForge
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Thanks for watching, thanks for the input!
More, please! That's an absolutely fantastic pattern. It looks organic.
I think it turned out awesome!! You make some of the best knives I’ve seen. And am proud to say that I own one!!! I got a bull cutter from you and it has turned out to be a everyday carry knife for me. Keep up the great work!!
Wish I hadn't missed buying that one!
Quite doubting your self it f-ing amazing and 40 years of sharpening love it
Awesome pattern. Sometimes by not doing it right, you end up with something better. It looks like a coast line, and the contrast between the steels looks almost 3 dimensional. I would love to see what you can do if you do this on purpose and build on the concept. oh.. and also. great work with the video editing. talking about what you tried to do, and how it came out, really takes this "genre" of videos up a notch.
@FireCreekForge
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Thanks I appreciate it
Beautiful blade nice work and merry Christmas
@FireCreekForge
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Thanks, Merry Christmas!
Appreciate the after analysis!!@
Very nice 👍 great work Sir 👏
First off you do incredible work. I’m curious how many days start to finish. Really enjoyed your contacts God bless enjoying the season with your family.
For some reason the core steel looks translucent in the video. Almost looks like ivory, might be the settings on my phone. Awesome effect. Dude, that blade shimmers .
Really like the blade and am definitely enjoying your end of video thoughts. I learn a lot from you so hearing your own feedback is very helpful. Thank you for all the effort you put into putting out great content
@FireCreekForge
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Thank you I appreciate it!!
Impressive knife - and knowledge
I just love it! And from my pov the separation between the two steel is simply great, I mean estetically
I agree on that the cladding would have looked better with a lower layer count. Many times it's much better to avoid the temptation to produce the higher layer count.
I would say happy accident. I really like the it turned out. I get what u wanted, but really like it the way it is. U could never make that look twice. Love it
I feel the pattern is great and you should not feel that falls in the category of " could of done better" I feel the unique pattern is the soul of the blade
Excellent