Rick has had this video on his YouTube channel for awhile and I thought it would be nice to share it with all you home based knife making hobbyists. Although most love to hear that hammer rhythmically working away, sometimes the neighbours or your sleepy loved ones will not be as impressed. Here’s how you […]
Tag Archives: blacksmithing techniques
13
Apr
Apr
Little did Rick know when he started this project that he would be taking steps to becoming a builder, contractor, window installer, carpenter, drywall installer…and the lists goes on. Check out these photos to see some of his latest endeavours. He’s even tried his hand at a little blacksmithing. Did you notice the accessible door […]
22
Feb
Feb
We’re in the final stretch. Rick is almost finished his workshop. Another month should do it. Then he’ll be moving in for good. Let’s hope the rest of the build goes smoothly and all inspections are passed. It’s been a long and rough road but in the end it will be worth it. NOTICE: If […]
11
Dec
Dec
After years of basement and partial garage workshops, Rick is finally getting his own space. The excavation started in October (notice the trees), it’s now December and the shop is only half done. It’s been one problem after another. If you haven’t heard much from Rick lately, you will now understand his preoccupation. Now, if […]
11
Apr
Apr
Having fun with a Go-Pro. Here’s a 3 minute real-time video of me forging out a simple knife shape. The steel is 5/32″ x 1″ x 6″, 52100 bar. I cut it from the bar on a 45 deg angle to make forging the tip go a bit quicker. I hammered out 8 of these […]
22
Mar
Mar
I’ve just completed three videos discussing and demonstrating my personal(ever evolving) hammer technique. The main focus will be my experience with ergonomics… stance, stroke, angles, etc…