Forging a Bearded Axe: A Step-by-Step Guide
2023 ж. 8 Шіл.
408 142 Рет қаралды
In this video we're looking into two new elements in forging axes.
Forging dubbel lugs and making the beard of the axe.
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I would totally raid England with that weapon!
Lmao
You ain’t got that power anymore
You talking 793 AD, or now? If so, I recommend working your way up the Thames on your longship to London. Can't even carry a pocket knife there now, easy pickings like Lindisfarne.
The Vikings did a lot of good work getting rid of all those annoying irregular plurals the first time around. Finish the job! Childs, not children. Womans, not women, etc.
@@carpediem3391 I ain't got no boat, and rowers are too expensive to hire.
As a beginner blacksmith at a living history site in Indiana, US. I can easily say I appreciate these videos, they are extremely inspiring and educational to especially newcomers to the craft. I especially enjoy watching tool making (having done so much research into it recently), so making these axes without power tools is phenomenal to see.
I personally prefer and recommend making an axe not by punching a hole through it but by making a "double axe" and then folding it back in on itself . It will teach you a bit more of required techniques it's also how it used to be done. On top of all that it doesent require you to make any additional holes or slits in order to add a hardened piece of steel to the edge. And tbh I'm quite surprised why more people don't make it like that
What's a good way to get started in the craft? I've always been fascinated by blacksmithing and would like to try my hand at it a bit
@@justinkedgetor5949 you do not need much , 1.Source of air 2.fire 3.thing to hit red hot piece of steel with 4. Thing to lay the red hot piece of steel on while hitting it. 1.For airflow I used a vacuum cleaner and placed the hose on the exit side of vacuum cleaner 2.for fire place I just layed a bunch of bricks around on the ground in such a manner so that the charcoal gets most air. I also just dug a hole in the ground 3.Simple hammer. 4.just find any old big chunk of iron/steel. I started with a railroad piece , then I upgraded it by making a horn on it . After a bit I found a steel plate with some holes in it which I simply placed on a log . The point is it's not that hard to start(you won't be forging swords instantly but it's a starting point and a learning point after which you can build up your blacksmithing journey. PS. I didn't add a thing to hold a red hot piece of steel with because that's optional :p. I started by mostly using longer pieces of steel that way I didn't need thongs and for pieces that were to small I used simple pliers or vice grips.
Find a class near you, or someone who has been doing it for a while. You will be a lot farther ahead once you know the basics.@@justinkedgetor5949
As a retired welder/electrician who used to fabricate parts for heavy equipment, watching you make this neared axe gave me a hunger I had thought was gone. There’s a pleasurable satisfaction from getting an idea, making a plan to achieve that goal and using one’s hands to create that idea into a functional tool. It cannot be explained to anyone who has never had the experience, but to those of us who have, it’s a true love. Thank you so very much for reigniting the fire in me!!!
I love to watch a skilled craftsman.
The winner is @danielhenry3720. Unforutnatly he never replied, So the new winner is @Macikja The Giveaway will end the 7th of August! Subscribe & leave a commet to enter 😊 /Nils
PLEASE, PICK ME !!! I want the axe !!!
Love the way you explain your reasoning for doing each step and how you decide the order to do them.
This would make a great axe to have as a sample to aspire to in my own blacksmithing
Been trying to get one of these for awhile now between this and the small aplungen… this one seems a bit more stocky, I like it. Well if this is all I need to do to enter the giveaway then here is my comment, and I’m already subscribed. Should we recommend your page and work as well ??? @nilsogren
I'm already subscribed. Nice axe as always.
In today's era of power everything it's really refreshing to watch somebody build such a beautiful implement without using power tools. I myself am a woodworker and I am slowly learning to build more and more things with hand tools only. Thanks for this great video!
beautiful ax. I love the whole process by hand. I am learning on a coal forge with no power tools so videos like this are my favorite! Thank-you.
Finally a real blacksmith made by Hand . I am so sick of these people that say made by hand yet a power hammer it doing the main hitting, now subscribed. Thankyou it looks awesome. Andy Australia
It is simply amazing that even a small detail during the making process can have such a profound impact on the end product.
Beautiful work once again, Nils, both in craftsmanship and videography. Thanks for sharing!
A real master can reveal everything, because above any instruction stays his mastery. Love your honesty. And your mastery, of course.
The Art of Forging, be it a blade, Ax head, or Sword, is an art form that has a limited number of Masters. And you are a Master of the trade. That is truly a work of art.
Hi Nils; as always. Nice axe. I would love to see your complete axe collection. I know you started the channel because your first intend was to try out diffrent axe types and forms for learning purpose. I like the design of this recent axe a lot. Keep up with your work and passion. (:
MAN! This was an amazingly educational video, as this is one of my FAVORITE AXES! This is going to be my next project after I finish the current axe that I am making! Thank you for these Step-by-step how to do by hand guides! They have really helped me a lot, and now I really love forging axes! Keep these coming mate!
Everyone would love this axe. Quality craftsmanship. Good luck to the winner
Fantastic work there Nils! I love seeing the vintage power hammers and home-made hammers, but seeing something like this that's within closer reach is always awesome.
I love this. Not using power tools makes it so much more inspiring to attempt!
Your truly a gifted blacksmith. I appreciate the effort it takes to make one without modern machines. Bravo!
What an awesome video. I have to check out more of your channel in the future. I’m so happy to got this in my recommendations!
I love how the entire axe was hand forged and shaped. Well done!
Thanks for the opportunity 😊
Excellent video, as usual, Nils! I really appreciate the knowledge you're passing on.
Love the total hand forged projects. Keep them coming.
Appreciate the work all being done by hand!
That is a beautiful piece of work. Your ability to use both modern and historic methods of forging to create items that are both useful and aesthetically pleasing never fails to inspire. :)
Very nice and comprehensive guide Nils, keep them coming!
Amazing build! The hand hammered finish is always my favorite!
I’ve really been appreciative of your tutorials. Keep up the good work.
Love your videos! It's one of few things that my dad and I both enjoy watching, thanks for bringing my family together!
You have a true talent. Whoever ends up with axe will something to last them a lifetime and would be able to hand it down for generations. Thanks for sharing your skills with us.
Seeing these axes made without power tools is pushing me further and further into just going for it. Definitely a goal of mine to make a bearded axe.
That's probably the most thorough and clear explanation of bearded axe forging I've seen yet on KZhead. Awesome video and well filmed, Nils!
What a great video! The tips like the chisel to cut off the extra material, tempering color and fitting the handle are great.
Amazing craftsmanship. You always take your time and I appreciate seeing the whole process.
i love how you make what's probably quite a complex operation look like a walk in the park, cool video!
I appreciate you showing accurate forging and clean work
I absolutely love that shape. I’ve never seen a commercial one in that shape. Nice work.
Fantastic video again Nils, thank you for making them.
Thank you for the series, Nils. I appreciate the work you're putting into this, hopefully I can build an axe as beautiful as yours one day.
Your craftmanship is outstanding. I also love that you explain the steps.
Amazing work! Always a pleasure to see such craftsmanship.
Nice looking tool. I love watching you guys make blacksmithing look easy.
What a well produced and informative video! With a beautiful end product resulting
Beautiful and amazing ! And so nice to see things done by hand
Lovely work. I've enjoyed watching your channel and your smithing grow over time. Thanks for providing such good content.
Beautiful work. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.
Simply a beautiful piece of work. It was a pleasure watching you build it. Thx for sharing.
I like how concise your videos are. Your editing is very good.
That was a very well done video! I'm building a new shop after a move and can't wait to play in the fire again. You are a good inspiration to get back in there and get to making again!
That turned out amazing. You make it look so easy.
Your work is incredibly inspiring and the value of this video is immeasurable. I’m looking forward to following your process myself.
Such an amazing skill set you have displayed
that axe is an absolute pleasure to look at, and I really hope that I'm able to even hold it, if not own it someday. the attention to detail and the care of its creation is a testament to your skill and your creativity!
Loved watching how it's done by hand.
Great video. Easy to follow steps to the final product of a lasting backpacking tool. Great job!
This is a wonderful video. Very good forging. Thanks for taking the time and effort to show and explain
Wonderful job making making my absolute favorite tool! Great video.
I'm loving your handforge videos, thank you!
Love the looks of the ax. Great build video.
Been thinking about making an axe just like this for myself. So ill be following this tutorial and making my own shortly! Really appreciate this beginner series. Really inspires and educates well!
Beautiful work and very good narration as you worked.
Such a beautiful axe and amazing craftmanship.
Very educational! I learn so much every time I watch your channel!
I love your explanation of the steps made in forging this beautiful axe. Great job. It made me subscribe for more...
As a beginner the small detail tips and tricks are a major help to learning! Thanks!😊
Excellent video and craftsmanship!
Phenomenal work, Nils!
Absolutely love the feel of your blades slicing through wood.
Love it. It’s great to see something formed completely with hand tools. I have seen many axes made but none with this much care.
awesome build, Love the scarf welded bit.
youtube just recomended me your channel and i couldn't be more happy about it. Amazaing job with that axe and keep doing it like that!!
I love watching this kind of blacksmithing.
I find your tutorials very useful! Thank you for making them.
Great axe and tutorial. Thanks for sharing!
This is so motivational to get me back into smithing. Thank you for such great content.
Your process was very interesting and a learning experience. Thank you
Your work on this Axe is superb, I find it very satisfying to see these traditional skills being kept alive for future people to learn. Thank you, & have a wonderful life.
That's a beautiful axe! I also got a kick out of the golf ball handle for your file. I would not have thought of that!
Beautiful workmanship, as always.
Your work is amazing & very educational! Thanks for sharing!
Great video as always. Really enjoying this series!
Forging is such a satisfying art. Really great to watch you forge this and I really appreciate you showing the details as well. Amazing work!
A beautiful axe! True master craftsmanship, a pleasure to watch.
Love how quiet the hand tool method is. And therapeutic!
Always a pleasure to watch your videos!
Really nice to see you totally hand forging again. Great to have tools to speed things up but absolutely superb to have hand skills. Great instruction!
Thank you for your instructional videos, Nils. They really help. That is a beautiful axe.
Thanks for showing these al by hand videos. They really show how making an axe is achievable without a power hammer or press.
Thank you for posting this video! My son and I have just started our blacksmithing journey - lots to learn and this was a great info vid!
Beautiful work and amazing craftsmanship, Great to see people keeping this skill alive
It is nice to see an axe of excellent quality made without power tools! Returning to the way it started. Well done!
I am so glad I found your channel, I have been wanting to get into axe making for a LONG time. Your one of the few channels who go into detail of the handmade process vs press/power hammer only.
Nils, thank you for a very smooth, easy to follow, and straight forward lesson.
Thank you for the step by step guide to axe making. Your instructions are thorough and easy to understand.
Awesome to see the whole process and how to do it without the power hammer, lovely axe!
Just stumbled across your channel and I’m now subscribed. I may never take up metallurgy, but I do love the step-by-step video! Tack för den informativa videon!
Beautiful work! I hope blacksmithing never dies it truly is an art
Very instructive video. The ax has pleasing proportions and is undoubtedly a useful tool for roughing out large objects such as dough bowls, large spoons and other useful items. Great job.
Absolutely beautiful work!!! Anyone would be proud to wield such an axe!
Thank you for posting this build. I hope to be able to forge like that someday.