One of the best pieces of advice. Don't worry about selling knives or anything, just simply be a maker. Find something that you can enjoy. NOT for the sake of making money, just for self satisfaction. Thanks for mentioning that.

I love blacksmithing because you can literally make all the hand tools you want or need for any craft. It’s one of those crafts that are at the center of everything.

“Some of you may not like what I just said, I DONT CARE” finally. I wish more craftsmen said this. I learned a few things from this video, thank you.

Jason: "It just moves steel like it's butter" Me: "Yeah, ok, buddy, whatever you say" Jason: *proceeds to move steel like it's butter" Me:

"Not really any rules about any of it, except keep it hot and hit it! Hit it accurately! It doesn't matter how hard you hit it, just hit it accurately!" AWESOME advice! GREAT VIDEO!!!!

Dear Sir, I dont know if you personally read these comments, but I just want you to know that I enjoyed this video SO very much! I myself am A beginer knifemaker, and have yet to see ANY instructional video that gives me the confidence that you do! I LITERALLY get butterflies when I see you reach a method to do something that CANNOT wait to try! Being a recovering addict as well as a anxiety/depression diagnoses, bladesmithing, at least today, is saving my life, one day at a time! Thank you from the bottom of my heart Mr. Knight. I look so very forward to further instruction from you sir!

I'm 100% with you on the importance of being a Maker. Throughout my life I've sought out any skills I could find that would allow me to create the ideas bouncing around my head: video games, software applications, screenplays, woodworking, leather working, and I started blacksmithing a few years ago. I watched this video with my son in preparation for firing up the forge together this Fall. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge!

Anytime the masters share knowledge, they have my ear. I'll definitely try these techniques on my my next blade. Thank you sir!

My friends and I got into forging about 5 months ago now, and I still cannot get enough of it. I'm loving every second of it. This video is excellent, and your mentality on forging is amazing. Not only are you teaching blacksmithing, you're teaching people to do things out of enjoyment and not for the $$. love it, keep up the great work!

My grandfather first learned blacksmithing in Czechoslovakia likely in the early 1920s, then immigrated to Canada. I always heard he could do what no other blacksmiths could do. I was always fascinated with the artistic beauty of everything he made, especially his knives, axes and tools. Always wanted to set up my own blacksmith shop. Seriously considering it now.

Hey Jason, You're a true motivator for us rookies who are searching for the support and courage of getting into this beautiful craft. Really appreciate that man!

I really like a person who isn't interested in changing the way someone else expresses their artistic talent. It's refreshing to see a person who just wants to increase someone else's skill level by teaching what they know, the best way they know how to, yet doesn't teach what did NOT work, or didn't work as WELL. When you learn a better way of doing something, no matter how long you might have done it another way, you benefit. THAT is the way to teach, but more importantly, that is the way to get BETTER yourself. Thank you Jason for a good video that I learned something from. And learned something I have been doing wrong for MANY years. Old Man Andy.

Such an informative video thanks for sharing what so many others try to keep for themselves. Big fan of your work and style overall.

Folks like you have shown me a craft I didn't know I needed, until I started. Without the lengthy reasons, just wanted to send you a thank you.

I love going back to these older videos. I find some new tidbit every time I watch them.

The most fascinating thing I always found about when you go to work bevels, that the steel at the tip just curves back due to the way you hammer, it just does it itself, you do not need to force it to curve. It kind of reminds me of the heat treat technique of a Katana, where it curves inward briefly, and then the spine begins to cool and it curves back. Steel is so simple, yet so fascinating to watch being forged in so many ways.

The way you used the edge of the anvil to make the steel form the bevel was great to see.

Note to self: Don't overdink or underdink. optimal dinking only.

I really admire you for speaking real talk. No bs just business. Your work is truly awesome!

There is nothing more satisfying than making something with your own hands and observing the finished piece. Even if it's a little rough around the edges

The way you forged the tip without a cold shut so quickly immediately shows why you are a master and I probably have decades before I am.

The greatest thing a person can do is "Give of themselves " to others -with truth and knowledge. THANK YOU Jason!

Stall mat worked very well under my anvil to stop it from "singing". It also had the awesome side effect of cushioning under my feet which I had no idea would be so helpful for my back!!

Thanks for Helping Someone like myself who would like to Get Into This Craft.

Glad to see you creating KZfaq content. I've missed you as a judge on FIF. Recently came across this channel and thought it was just going to be centered on promoting the FORGED series, and am happy to see it is more about promoting the craft and sharing your enthusiasm for it. Am I going to go binge watch it, subscribe and hit the notification bell? YEAH MAN

I've been a graffiti artist for 25 years. The highest honor, to me, is not having a million fans that are casual, but to have to respect and admiration of other artists that can understand high level technicality, subtle touches and advanced ideas. When I watch this, I feel the same way. It's much more satisfying to be your favorite artist's favorite artist.

Hi Jason - thank you for sharing. I'm beginner blacksmith at spare time, Incredible the simplicity of your work - as beginner I made 'thousands of tools and hammers' for this or for that, and discovered that we rarely use it. My aim is always do not 'evolutes from basic root blacksmith' and watching your teachings , I had insight that my dream is possible. This art cannot die - all my ancestors from Italy, last four centuries, were blacksmithers and warriors - and at third (and final) part of my life, when the shadows of time approach, I can do the dream to honnor my Ancestry. Thanks for it

I am not a maker, but I enjoy watching people like you making something from nothing.

You know you're a master when you don't need fancy stuff for excellent results. As always, great job.

glad I found your page always looking for new info My Dad passed before he imparted all his knowledge unto me so I am left learning on my own I was only half taught I only got a year under my belt once he started letting me swing a hand hammer and not a sledge kept telling me once I can hit properly he would teach me more.. sure did learn how to push a broom

YOU need to hold and offer classes for those of us who just want to get started....SO GLAD I FOUND YOU!!!!!!

When you get to the end- stop......spoken like a master indeed. Thanks for taking the time Sir.

I freaking love these instructional style videos

Awesome video! I love this kind of content. I love to devour all the information I can about the craft. From what you are saying to watching every hammer strike. I’m just getting started in knife making and I learned a ton just from this one video. Keep up the awesome vids, man!

Jason, the way you draw the tip down with such ease in one heat blows me away.

I don't think anyone can appreciate how fast you created the basic form in just under 5 minutes with just a hammer and anvil.

I do this every day because I cant afford a power hammer.

I'm really digging your videos. I'm just getting started on putting a knife makers shop in my garage. I'll definitely be referencing your videos while building up my spot. You keep it straight to the point with no BS. Keep it up man 👊

My brother was a paint and body man he started in it as a side line fixing car and selling them. He liked doing it so when the company he worked for close it doors he made his hobby a full time hobby and made a good living at it. He told me one time this is not work I enjoy doing it. I enjoy watching people working with metal my mother's Daddy was a blacksmith and he past away a month before I was born. So watching things like this make me feel like I'm seeing some of the things my grandpa has done. OTW told me about your channel I watch his saw mill videos all the time.

Man, you are not Knight you are King. Thanks for free knowledge..

by the time i made it halfway through, i felt i learned more than i have from dozens of other videos i've watched. i love how you explain and show your technique!

Watching an expert forge with such accuracy and skill is awesome. I could watch this for hours. Great work Jason 👍

I always come away a little bit wiser or a renewed/ reminded practice/ technique with your videos! Thank you for sharing Jason.

Thanks for posting these Jason!

well now it's official. i'm going to learn how to do this. thank you for making me too curious to avoid trying :)

When you get to the end ... Stop ...Genius !!

I loved this, Jason. You're a good educator, and I learned a lot. And at 61 years of age, that's a statement...

Always satisfying to see a Master make it look so easy.

This video addressed some issues I've been having like having my ricasso floating to one side which has been frustrating as I'm just getting into this. Great tips , now I feel like wow that was a no brainer. No offense to other KZfaqrs who share how they do their craft but, having the forging process explained properly so we understand " why" is quite refreshing.

the best advice i ever got was, "learn blacksmithing first, then make knives." If i don't know how to draw a point, or taper with out making a cold shut then i don't know enough yet to make a knife. Hammer control and making smooth planished surfaces come only from practice. Practice, Practice, Practice ..............

Hey Jason, thanks so much for taking the time to share you’re knowledge and experience. Lately I’ve been smashing your videos and they’re so valuable to a beginner bladesmith

Awesome! These are the best vids! Thx Jason!

If you’re ever forging and notice your shoulder getting tired and sore, forge with your elbow tighter to your body. Will save your shoulder. 💪👍

You now need to make a T-shirt that reads: "Massive Metal Mashing Mayhem."

A million fantastic tips in this video. Thank you!

Being a bulldozer operator I can totally relate to you saying don’t over finish or over think the work. I would spend countless minutes finishing up the road/dirt behind me. It took a while to understand how pointless it was. Three more trucks would come in and all the moving around my tracks would have everything a mess again. Now I sit back and relax. When I move forward about a hundred feet then I’ll go back and just smooth and level everything off. Thanks for teaching and sharing. I’m about finished with my first set of karambits.

This is exactly why I subbed. The only issue I have with watching a master work is they dont make mistakes.. I do and will. I need to cut them off before they happen. Is this something you have to learn by making ones own mistakes?

Leonardo da Vinci: “Art is never finished, only abandoned.”

Really appreciate these videos Jason

Great to watch a master like you work. I’m going to go try out some of the techniques you described. Thanks man!

Hi Jason, I'm new to this but mad keen. Would you use the same methods to forge a double edged blade or is there more to it. Thanks for sharing brother. Rob. 👍

"Keep it hot and hit it." That's the t-shirt

I've learned so much watching your videos and I watch them over and over , I watch other guy who make tools ,axes and decorative pieces, each smith for a specific skill

I really miss you on forge and fire you were my favorite judge. You are a very good instructor, I'm just getting into forging, but have been watching forge and fire since the beginning. I will do my best to strive to be good at it. Thanks!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸⚔️⚔️🌎🔥

"Some people don't like what I just said. I do not care!"

The 109 dislikes are all from stock removers.

Love your videos...I really appreciate your style of teaching.

Great forging. Thanks for sharing. You are always an inspiration!

I always learn from your vids!! Thanks for sharing Jason !!

My son is wanting to get into Blacksmithing etc etc so iv turned him on to your videos . If you want to be the best learn from one of the best .

Amazing video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It’s greatly appreciated 🙏🏻

Always appreciate a master that is willing to share his knowledge. Thanks Jason!

Awesome tutorial ! Thank you for sharing !

This is an excellent video!!! More like this. Thank you so much!

Thank you for sharing your passion about the craft and your thoughts on being a maker. Just awesome. Thanks again!

Great vid I've learned more off this vid than I have off a lot of others and I mean a lot thanks man

I’m 13 and am starting to make knives I love making them I made a few with my uncle but I didn’t make my own and I love doing it this video was very helpful

Smooth and clean. Love it.

Dear Mr. Knight; I’ve followed the History Channels’ knife making competition on Wednesdays whenever possible. Since the early days I enjoyed the parade of personalities on the Bladesmithing community (including judges), I learned to appreciate the techniques and challenges that present that hobby or line of work. I recently wondered whatever happen the one original judge and was glad to find your channel on KZfaq. Personally, I will never go into smithing or the likes, but I do appreciate your content, the free-flowing level of professionalism and teaching expertise of your episodes. I gladly subscribed to your channel (1st ever) because, number one I enjoy very much the straight technical talk; number two is clean and fun, and number three gives me flexibility to get entertained on demand. I’m looking forward to continuing watching your great content. Regards; Sergio Turano

Always a pleasure to see you working!

I don't post much, but I dig watching you create... blow by blow, you ring our past, your art is ancient. Thanks for sharing and shortening the curve.

Thanks Jason! I appreciate you.

Great video, Jason. I'm going to practice this on Saturday.

Thanks for sharing your expertise Jason.

Just discovered some life changing tips! Thank you sir! You never disappoint

Great video, very helpful. Thanks Jason!!!

He just taught me more about knife making then 5 years of watching forged fires in fire!

I really appreciate you thoughts Mr. Knight. This video was a fantastic help to me.

Very educational. Love the explanation. Thank you!

Awesome video. Thanks for educating!

Thanks Jase. Very informative.

I like the way you did that. You got my sub. I will share this with all my bladesmithing friends in the community. Fantastic method and explanation. Forge on!

Thanks Jason! I appreciate your tutorials!

Thank you for the humble, non-judgmental, wisdom. Learned a lot

I really appreciate this video, it opened my eyes a bit in my forging technique, what im doing wrong, and this was the best example I've ever seen with getting clean forged plunge lines! Thanks for making these awesome videos and even more amazing knives!

Could watch this all day. Fascinating to me.

Amazing. Your talent is beyond words.

Totally inspirational , great work man

Thanks Jason.. i appreciate the time and the knowledge you're sharing with us.