Blacksmith Rounding Hammer

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Forging a rounding hammer from 2" round stock. Finished weight is just under 2 1/2 pounds. Discussion of process at the end of the video
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00:00 - first look
00:18 - Resizing the material
01:19 - Laying out the eye
02:24 - punching the hammer eye
03:55 - Fullering
05:16 - Drifting
09:20 - Refining the head
12:04 - Grinding
13:33 - Hardening
14:17 - Handle
17:13 - Discussion of the process.
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@christiancorbitt5309 2 жыл бұрын

I think my favorite part of watching blacksmiths work is seeing them make tools in order to make tools.

@dogslobbergardens6606 2 жыл бұрын

Yes... blacksmithing is one those rare, rewarding crafts where you have to spend a total of about ten years making stuff to get to a point where you can just go ahead and make the stuff you wanted to make in the first place without having to make more stuff just to get started on it. :D Orrrr you could simply re-mortgage the ranch and spend thirty grand on all those tools right away. But where's the fun in that? You don't learn as much just buying everything off the shelf.

@stanervin6108 2 жыл бұрын

@@dogslobbergardens6606 Truer words have seldom been spoken. ⛏⚔

@garethbaus5471 2 жыл бұрын

@@dogslobbergardens6606 that is pretty accurate.

@ArtificialMisery 2 жыл бұрын

This channel continues to be a wealth of knowledge for aspiring blacksmiths, fantastic to have such an experienced person willing to share the information for free, even going the extra mile to include time stamps in the description for future reference. Thank you for continuing to do what you do.

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@doeverything7997 2 жыл бұрын

You can never please all the people all the time, but I do enjoy your commentary while watching the process. Having the two in conjunction - explanation and example - helps some people cement the "what" with the "why" (myself included). Whatever the case, I've been a fan of your videos for years and love the work you put out - thank you, sir!

@maddash9070 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I would never want to offend John or make him feel like he made a mistake but the commentary on why he is doing these steps is so invaluable to a person like me. I’ve learned so much from these videos. If this is the way he wants to do it then I’m fine with it. John if you read this I’m here for what ever direction you go my friend. Though personally I get more from your words. Still a great video.

@uknowthat1guy688 2 жыл бұрын

I second this as well

@davidcurtiscrowell5367 2 жыл бұрын

I get so mesmerized watching you work, that I forget to click the thumbs up .

@hughcupples1279 2 жыл бұрын

Stopping to build the bolster was great… fun to see all the large tools getting used and all the hand work at the anvil!!

@hughcupples1279 2 жыл бұрын

Also would like to thank you for not pinching the eye when fullering … see it way too often .. nice work nice hammer 🍻🍻

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

That is really easy to do

@forjanatalense 2 жыл бұрын

that turned out beatifull John! I made one of those not too long ago, fully by hand. I am still proud of that!

@dogslobbergardens6606 2 жыл бұрын

You are either a lot more patient or a lot younger than I am to do all that completely by hand. Perhaps both.

@sirkai007 2 жыл бұрын

Cool format. It allows you to make an item without the audio issues from your gas forge or your power hammer and then you can go back and caption important parts and do the recap at the end.

@codybates2419 2 жыл бұрын

You are by far one of the blacksmiths I learn the most from every video. As someone just starting out with limited access to classes, it's super appreciated

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@zanderjeger 2 жыл бұрын

Hello John! Perfect job as always. The hammer has the right weight and will satisfy any blacksmith. Cool! You are the best teacher.

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@jean-francoislepage105 2 жыл бұрын

Demo the whole thing followed by an explainer is really good format. All the questions are getting answered after forcing the viewer thought process. You may not see it that way, but you sure are a great mentor John!

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it. The main goal is to encourage people to watch and I usually have a big drop off of viewers when I explain in more detail. This way those that just want to watch can do so then leave near the end of the video. I figure the ones that want the explanation are also the ones most likely to watch the full video anyway.

@3870TheDad 2 жыл бұрын

John, I really like this format of the video. It is almost like being in the forge with you. Thank you for a great video.

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Its a style I think I would like to explore in future videos

@robscott4723 2 жыл бұрын

Best hammer making video I have ever seen!!! Well done Black Bear !!!

@garetkonigsfeld2 4 ай бұрын

I've made a few hatchets and altered a drill hammer into a rounding hammer. I just punched the eye of my first hammer all by hand. im watching your video for tips and inspiration, and man, did I get it. I can't wait to have it finished. I'm going to go for about the same shape it's exactly what's in my mind. Thank you for the inspiration.

@MrGiXxEr 2 жыл бұрын

This is next level production! More like this please!!!

@wolfparty4234 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work John. This style video is rather pleasing. One, doing all the work in the forge then two, a nice little sit down talk from you. Well done, Sir!!!💪🏼💪🏼🔥🔥🔥👍🏻❤️🙏🏻

@BillyBOB-sm3rl 2 жыл бұрын

I like how you fitted the handle and wedge.

@pjamestx 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this one! Great use of the swage block for the rounding face, I think I've only seen people grind that in, good way to keep a little extra material intact!

@jondrud3742 2 жыл бұрын

Aaawww.. I missed hearing; "Welcome back to BBB" and your naration. Now my morning coffee just doesn't taste right 🥺

@johnjude2685 2 жыл бұрын

Sir you are a motivational speaker and influence of people, Always love your videos and you inspire craftsmanship and super grateful for safety being taught. Thanks for the teaching Sir

@dogslobbergardens6606 2 жыл бұрын

I look at something as "simple" as a hammer and think back to all those centuries when powerhammers and presses did not exist. I realize labor was cheap back then, but still... dang, that's a lot of work.

@dogslobbergardens6606 2 жыл бұрын

@@clinkerbreaker9332 indeed, but how common were those? I really don't know... but even in early 20th century America a lot of people were doing a good amount of smithing work by hand. Even for a bit after modern powerhammers had been invented. The point overall is that we're kind of spoiled today. Mere hobbyists being able to afford industrial-strength power tooling is very recent. And in most parts of the world, still quite rare. There may be more people making PW steel now than in any other period ever, and we don't even need it anymore. It's really just for looks nowadays...

@garethbaus5471 2 жыл бұрын

Trip hammers have been pretty standard in most areas suitable for waterwheels since the 12th century, it was pretty much only the rural blacksmiths with relatively small shops who forged large items by hand in any period of history since then.

@dogslobbergardens6606 2 жыл бұрын

@@garethbaus5471 yeah I phrased that very poorly. "Did not exist" is simply not accurate.

@brettthompson5919 2 жыл бұрын

Great job John. It is always a pleasure to see you work.

@alainqueyras372 2 жыл бұрын

John you are too good at the forge. Everything looks easy when you see you doing it. 😀. Thank you for this great achievement. Kiss from France. Alain

@aaronbuchholz4184 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy this format. When making something I like to go back and watch again, so I like the option of watching the whole processes and/or the synopsis at the end.

@curtisbarkes6271 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful work! (As always) Something about hearing you talk us through what you're doing is also satisfying. Love everything about your channel, sir!

@Zoombinis4life 2 ай бұрын

I love your videos, thank you John! I've got some 2" 4140 in the mail, hoping to work up to making my own rounding hammer like yours this year. Still need to make heavy tongs, and a guillotine because I can't afford a press but don't trust a spring fuller!

@robertwhitney2232 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see all the tools being used, even the LG not being left out. Thanks for sharing, hammer on.👍⚒

@BeastlyIronworks 2 жыл бұрын

Wow really nice! Love your content sir, I've followed you for a number of years and I've always enjoyed watching your skills and projects every week. Thank you for all you do for us John, your an amazing teacher.

@Swaffles870 2 жыл бұрын

You have come so far so quickly sir. You make me get even more excited to get into this trade

@glencrandall7051 2 жыл бұрын

Nice hammer. Presented well. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.

@len4338 2 ай бұрын

What a really nice hammer!! Beautiful job on the handle

@MrDukesinner 2 жыл бұрын

Always impressive work John,you are a TRUE craftsman,and great mentor!GOD BLESS!

@JacobPaul123 2 жыл бұрын

I always liked the straight edge you use and I just realized you made it yourself from a rafter square. Very cool

@Redneckemtb 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video John. I was particularly pleased to see you pull out my favorite piece of equipment, Senior Squishy. Keep up the good work and we'll keep watching.

@leontorkelson6246 2 жыл бұрын

As always another great video. You are a very good teacher, I have learned a lot from you. This summer I had the great pleasure to instruct several young people about blacksmithing. I told them that I was mostly self taught using a lot of videos. I always recommend your videos

@billypearce7964 2 жыл бұрын

Great timing just about to make couple of hammers. Clear and informative as always

@petergrassel3973 2 жыл бұрын

I watch your videos all the time, lots of information. I am amateur blacksmith and been making hairpin knifes from farrier rasps. Thank you for your work.

@douglasfathers4848 2 жыл бұрын

Nice hammer John , Enjoyed the power hammer work it . It's always good watching a blacksmith making his own tools . :)

@SchysCraftCo. 2 жыл бұрын

John very nice job it turned out very well there. Hopefully you get great use out of it my friend. Forge on. Keep making. God bless.

@davidgreen6001 6 ай бұрын

This is truly awesome, informative, and beyond a wealth of knowledge. You, sir, are a man to aspire to be. I learned a lot, and I haven't started my Smith yet

@BlackBearForge 6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@fluxbe2737 Жыл бұрын

I've been needing a rounding hammer. I will be utilizing this information. Thanks!

@BlackBearForge Жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@stevenbell1888 2 жыл бұрын

The quality of your videos took a giant leap. looking good man :)

@yup949 2 жыл бұрын

I have to say. I have watched your channel for 3 years now I think. It is by far my favorite channel for many things. I love to relax after work and learn from you. I find your way of teaching to be a perfect balance of entertainment and knowledge. I hope to enjoy your channel for years to come! Cheers from Ontario! Keep up the excellent work.

@daleisakson8337 2 жыл бұрын

I really liked the format of this video! Great job!

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@emmetpbyrne 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work as always, been saving watching this video till I could give it my full attention. I've learned so much as a blacksmith from you. Thank you

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@redlionforge9173 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work John. I have one of those from old hickory forge and it’s a very versatile hammer in the shop.

@midknightforge7446 2 жыл бұрын

Hey John. Great video but please also continue doing the older style where you really get into detail about each step. Those videos are one of the main reasons I actually started smithing. I just did my first ever forge welds this weekend following your video on the basket twist. After hearing you say so many times that forge welding is an essential skill for any smith I was so happy I pulled it off. The idea of trying it was very daunting to me this last year of forging but I finally gave it a shot after refreshing up on your forge weld videos. Thanks!!

@gurvinderkau1e5w18 2 жыл бұрын

Love to see that power hammer in action. Drifting eye was awesome. It was interesting to see complete forging process and then discussion. Hammer look cool👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@garygraham2974 2 жыл бұрын

Hi john sweet job you always knock it of the park

@bernardleighan3218 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome rounding hammer John. Thanks for the video. God Bless.

@ryonb2875 2 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal! Ya know a collaboration between you and will stelter and/or Alec steel would be a great thing I think!

@mikemcallister757 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! your videos are very professional and well done. I liked the fact that you had no dialog while making this hammer and then talked about it after. I do like it when you are explaining what you are doing with other projects also. Thanks again!

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@theoptimisticmetalhead7787 2 жыл бұрын

Big Torbjorn vibes

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Torbjorn is my favorite.

@KKDE 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best hammer making process videos I've seen to date without a doubt. Amazing

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@mikehodges6598 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome work John. I like the new video format. I generally use my 2.5# rounding hammer the most as it's a good compromise between moving metal and wearing myself out (and keeping the tendonitis down to a minimum!).

@thomaskelly5457 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video thanks John I love how you've evolved your filming process, this feels like we're there watching you live like a hammer-in and I love it :) Cheers mate!

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@zarlsalamandersspacemarine302 2 жыл бұрын

Ah a nice video to relax to and enjoy on my day off, thank you!

@olddawgdreaming5715 2 жыл бұрын

Great video John. Really liked this platform. Gives people a chance to think while learning and remembering what they see you doing. The hammer turned out awesome. Thanks for sharing with with us. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻✋🏻✋🏻

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@baldwin9281 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice. Love the compact shape. Well done 👍🏻

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@pnr9730 2 жыл бұрын

Love your work mate with regards from Australia.

@kyze6734 2 жыл бұрын

The coal dust tip thank you its these small tips tht keep me coming back will for sure try it with the next hammer

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@MrJamesjustin 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job John.

@scoobshagg 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, was fun to simply watch the process and then hear the explanation at the end.

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@kuriakos 2 жыл бұрын

John, you've become an artist with film and not just metal. Great cinematography!

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@johnwsavageknives6759 7 ай бұрын

I love excellent job on the hammer. Informative and entertaining.

@paulorchard7960 2 жыл бұрын

Nice hammer, thanks John!

@waveman0 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this John thank you for showing us how you make a rounding hammer.

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Very welcome

@dkami732 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and great looking hammer. I really like this style of video where you show the work then do a nice explanation at the end. Reminds me of Nils Olgren's axe videos.

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

He was the inspiration for tying this format. I think I'll be doing more like this in the future.

@Einwetok 2 жыл бұрын

Nice "Gotcha!" segue at 1:20. Almost had me reaching for the Silvadene...

@jeffgrier8488 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work John, that's a fine looking hammer!

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@stanervin6108 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, John! Saw the drawer handle collection in this video. The new viewers would need to do some serious research for the story/series on the handles. Have a safe week. 🐾🔥⚒🚒👨‍🚒

@frankgaletzka8477 2 жыл бұрын

Hello John Well done a great Hammer and a tool with Charakter that Last a long time . Thank you for the Video an the Look in you working Take care have a good New week Yours Frank Galetzka

@ejsman36 2 жыл бұрын

Dudes got some gnarly hands and forearms lol what a beast! Been there done that in tool die work lol second ops made you strong 💪

@TTBlacksmithing 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great, nice job. I need to make some more hammers on my channel, haha.

@rickardhansson1861 2 жыл бұрын

Truly a joy to watch!

@ThomasMcRaeCopland Жыл бұрын

First class Blacksmithing. I will never get a power hammer or hydraulic press, Just all manual work meantime, I still have not got my shed up and running meantime, .However i did get some new video equipment and I will try and video the build of my workshop....

@johnjude2685 2 жыл бұрын

The explanation at the end clearly helpful Now if them you tube ladies that helping me make pepper jelly would do as such. Thanks again for the teaching Sir

@eliprice138 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John!!’ Awesome hammer !

@wayneheitz8390 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice hammer, thank you for sharing. 👏

@stevenlisk2468 Жыл бұрын

Really like and enjoy your work thank you

@quinn3334 2 жыл бұрын

you're a legend man

@andrewoperacz7427 2 жыл бұрын

What a fantastic how to vid. Really liked how you did a run after as well. And if you haven’t, please could you do a rundown on your grinders. Especially the giant one and the Wilton. That little thing was awesome!!!

@BlackBearForge 2 жыл бұрын

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@andrewoperacz7427 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackBearForge thanks so much for sending me that link!!👍🏻 really enjoyed seeing what ya got.

@ponga782 2 жыл бұрын

Why, that's a mighty fine lookin hammer! Great video..

@christina9alls 2 жыл бұрын

0:01 "Whhhaaaattt?! John isn't going full on shop-teacher mode and discussing every aspect of the lesson plan?!?! Grab your bug out bags quick, the alien invasions already started!!" 17:15 "Woah wait a minute, there it is... False alarm everyone! We can calm down and rest easy...for now"

@michaelhayes1678 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, great piece, great discussion, and great scott! :)

@CorneliusFudgePop 2 жыл бұрын

I love your style and you remind me so much of my dad. I’d love to put work on that hammer! What a beauty

@dogslobbergardens6606 2 жыл бұрын

He reminds me of my Dad too... except if it was my Dad there'd a be a *LOT* of cussing in the videos. :p

@CorneliusFudgePop 2 жыл бұрын

@@dogslobbergardens6606 I’m glad I found this KZfaq channel

@dogslobbergardens6606 2 жыл бұрын

@@CorneliusFudgePop me too. Oddly enough, I stumbled across it looking for info on making charcoal. Now it has rekindled my interest in blacksmithing after many years of stock-removal knifemaking, and my wife is afraid I'm going to spend all our money building a forge. :D

@wildcamping7344 2 жыл бұрын

Love all your videos

@tonyurquhart8278 2 жыл бұрын

Nice hammer John,

@henrikhv5084 2 жыл бұрын

A great hammer, well made

@opa_plays_mw5318 6 ай бұрын

I count one hand too few for the fullering tool to isolate the front with no power hammer. I've got to get my 12 year old more involved. But I truly love the "making tools to make tools" part - even if unspoken.

@mikemeister458 2 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@Brian-ky9yy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@jamesanderson2936 2 жыл бұрын

Haven't tuned in to one of your videos in a while and I was pleasantly surprised to see your video making progression! I really enjoy seeing all the different style of videos on your channel. Excellent job on the hammer and video!

@stanvanmansfeld4694 2 жыл бұрын

Hallo john, i love you video's!! You make nice hammers tools and projects! The hammer you use the most (the Swedish-ish style cross peen hammer) can you make a video about how you would make one like that?? By hand no power tools needed. I need more of your inspiration to start a project like that!

@davidwhiren817 2 жыл бұрын

Damn brother , you are good !!!

@chux72vette 2 жыл бұрын

Hi John, a little late for comment but I sent you an email about this hammer. Great video as always and Thank You for making it. Gods Peace~

@billchesser1475 2 жыл бұрын

Nice rounding hammer. I made one in a class from “Crooked Path Forge” (without a power hammer) and had a great time. In the future, would you please “sub-title” the types and grits of grinding belts you are using. As always, it was a pleasure watching the video.

@christiankaiser444 2 жыл бұрын

Schöne Arbeit gut gemacht

@smrettpecca 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job, John! :)

@Smallathe 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool. Lovely video! :)

@charleszimmermann7784 2 жыл бұрын

I like the tool you made there, to protect the relief on the hammer, so simple so effective. Where you trying to achieve an hourglass eye? I noticed the way you were coming from both sides but never too aggressively. Thanks for the video!

@charleszimmermann7784 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I guess I should have waited till the end.