HOW TO: Forge a Hammer with Only a Hand Hammer!
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@dingus9155 4 жыл бұрын
"You start off gently" *SMACC*
@kaliumnitraat 4 жыл бұрын
Haha
@dumbleking5172 4 жыл бұрын
Oh, market garden slaps
@dingus9155 4 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@IronKing66 4 жыл бұрын
😂
@Hunni427. 4 жыл бұрын
Fish slap
@DrDevon23 4 жыл бұрын
The fact that he can give nearly flawless commentary while pounding on that billet it quite impressive!
@imbadman6658 4 жыл бұрын
Devon Weidauer exactly what i was thinking!
@3npitsu992 4 жыл бұрын
Devon Weidauer think about how much endurance he has
@tommytomaras7005 4 жыл бұрын
Seriously! No loss of breath or anything. This man is a beast!
@finalcam1740 4 жыл бұрын
I cant even do that with a 4lb(his is 7lb) hammer. Gotta take breaks lol.
@jerod5636 3 жыл бұрын
Kid grew up with a hammer in his hand. I just hope his hands don’t hurt like mine do in 15-20 years
@firemoustach2932 5 жыл бұрын
"You start off gently" Proceeds to deliver blows which cause earthquakes
@Phyankord 5 жыл бұрын
i thought i was the only one.... im not alone.
@andyaitken4243 4 жыл бұрын
Here I am two years later after seeing his move to Montana in the US and seeing how far this young man has come. Now married, dog owner and a thriving business he built up with Will Stelter, an awesome blade smith and constantly showing old guys like me how life should be done.
3 жыл бұрын
I'm watching him back in the UK. Lol.
@jameshughes5722 3 жыл бұрын
Yes being born into a family that can afford to pour money into his whims. Such a visionary.
@HickLif3 2 жыл бұрын
@@jameshughes5722 Dude was working as a professional black smith since he was 13 (pretty sure) he apprenticed with someone and has been making and selling things the whole time. Maybe his parents helped him buy things here and there but he has done the vast majority on his own
@shanemaitland8010 5 жыл бұрын
People who have never done this type of work won't understand just how in shape you must be to swing that hammer and talk without being completely out of breathe. Always love your work.
@grimreapybones2875 3 жыл бұрын
Well I'm allready an athlete so I think I'll do fine when I start blacksmithing
@skilletborne 3 ай бұрын
From my experience, it's about technique more than athleticism My arm might be killing during a long hammering session, but I have trouble breathing normally and can hold a conversation pretty easily while hammering.
@BigWillSD 7 жыл бұрын
finally a hammer video by one person without a power hammer!! thank you!!
@bonsaiisland3193 5 жыл бұрын
This man IS a power hammer, though.
@hiddenworldforge374 5 жыл бұрын
He has 2 lol
@stageforgejon905 5 жыл бұрын
@@hiddenworldforge374 he sure does! He has two arms! The kid is a beast with a hammer,no doubt!!
@ovidiugheorghe2182 7 жыл бұрын
How the F can you swing that hammer like that and speak like you are in a jacuzzi at the same time? # the blonde man of steel
@bradameerbeg6422 7 жыл бұрын
ovidiu gheorghe I noticed that to.... wtf?
@badgoy8439 6 жыл бұрын
more of ginger if you ask me
@johndifrancisco3642 6 жыл бұрын
ovidiu gheorghe, I was thinking the same thing! He didn't miss a beat or a breath! Ah, to be young...
@tofanedward9049 6 жыл бұрын
Look at it's name! Is genetic
@Ocram_sokart 6 жыл бұрын
Like walking through a park.
@cybernoid001 7 жыл бұрын
inspirational, You said you were looking for ideas. How about how to create a file? We use them all the time, even make things out of them but not make them ourselves.
@LazyMansWorkshop 7 жыл бұрын
Love how you're able to speak so calmly about what to do while you're swinging a big hammer and forging! Great video
@AlecSteele 7 жыл бұрын
+Liam Donahue Thanks LIAM!
@LazyMansWorkshop 7 жыл бұрын
Alec Steele A KZfaqr who responds to my comment two days in a row is one who's got a daily viewer in me for as long as the channel exists. Can't wait to see what fantastic piece you do next!
@picklesaregross01 7 жыл бұрын
I follow a few blacksmithing channels here on youtube, and I just want to say, Thank you, for explaining why you are doing what you are doing and the process you are working through. So many channels just show the work and don't really explain what they are doing. Your explanation of your process and great looking works made me subscribe to your channel.
@metalbob3335 4 жыл бұрын
Alec I love your work . Remember where you came from. I still follow your work since you came across the sea. I will continue to follow your work and so much so I bought a shirt people ask me who you are . WORTH IT every time!
@dutchweeks1 5 жыл бұрын
Dude, look how far you've come in two years! Same guy, same positive attitude, same work ethic, but with miles more knowledge and an enormous shop in Montana. You have every right to be pleased with your work sir :)
@eamh2002 7 жыл бұрын
Alec do you sleep or are you a vampire? Youre teaching 40-50yr old guys who are blacksmiths like you've been a blacksmith for 100years and uploading videos at midnight, I think I found your secret :D
@rich1051414 7 жыл бұрын
Well, judging by his last name, it might be genetic. Perhaps I should have been a blacksmith as well but the opportunity never arose :P
@eamh2002 7 жыл бұрын
Maybe you should be the Agent Mr. Smith in Matrix :p
@rich1051414 7 жыл бұрын
It is inevitable.
@tomstaunton1804 7 жыл бұрын
hahahaha
@ben9820 6 жыл бұрын
Notice, no mirrors in the workshop boom *x-files music plays in the background*
@TheOldaz1 4 жыл бұрын
Steele by name and steel by nature, how else can he swing that 7 like he does. Thanks Alec, really enjoyed this.
@richkeagy8907 2 жыл бұрын
You make this old man smile. Your focus and enthusiasm are something to behold. Bless you young man. Keep doing what you are doing.
@Gingerbred_Hed 5 жыл бұрын
Going back to these old videos and looking back at the old shop brings back memories.
@RoscoPColetraneIII 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such good explanations with each step, Alec. I never specifically understood why you strike the "high" side when forming the cheeks. You explained it perfectly in about 5 seconds. That's a sign of someone who truly has a Master's understanding. I look forward to learning more about you and Blacksmithing. Cheers!!
@juggleyourballsoff 5 жыл бұрын
Revisit this in Montana. This was when you were young and hungry. Make a new hammer Thor by hand, no fancy Bridgeport no Mr. Pilkington, but by hand with drifts. Alec I've been following you for years. this is worth it. I'm from America, but cheers mate.
@imhard2please503 10 ай бұрын
Best tutorial ive seen in a long time. Such a gentleman also commending other craftsmen whilst pounding steel. Yeaaah
@darthravage8243 3 жыл бұрын
“Start off gentle” *starts viciously banging steel*
@RyansTribute 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Alec! Just started watching your videos and instantly subscribed. From you high energy charisma, to your video editing, to the quality of craft you're producing, I've become fascinated. I began watching how to make a forge on other channels and then yours came up and I want to thank you for the encouragement you bring every video for me to start working with metal. I look forward to learning more from you and seeing what you come up with. One Love, Ryan
@nblythin 7 жыл бұрын
Nicely done Alec. I did my first few hammers entirely by hand after watching Brent Bailey's video doing the same. It's a heck of a lot of work!
@0num4 7 жыл бұрын
Alec is just swinging away rhythmically while speaking casually to the camera. He makes it all look so easy. That's what you can achieve when you put in the discipline and time required. Well done!
@hrdze784 4 жыл бұрын
Its amazing to see how far you've come in 2 years
@javierr.castillo1101 4 жыл бұрын
These are the kind of videos I miss. The newer ones lack so much.
@javierr.castillo1101 4 жыл бұрын
And every day videos. I forgot about that. Not anymore.
@peternelson2145 4 жыл бұрын
Lord of metal!! Holy hell! I love my wood work shop and my forge, I love helping my clients my god this chap is an inspiration and a great teacher. Classic reference. We are not worthy!! We are not worthy!! Excellent dude!
@brianfox5209 7 жыл бұрын
TY Alex for all your dedication and countless hours you have put in to show people how great this art is and how they can get started and the basics for doing so, your enthusiasm while you teach really sets home, keep these great videos coming and for god sake sleep some time!!!! Semper Fidelis my Friend
@michaelkoukaras7515 5 жыл бұрын
Alec, that was extremely cool. I love your channel and how you have a very down to earth outlook on forging!
@TheSGman66 7 жыл бұрын
Quality stuff man! You've inspired me to start forging!
@willwyatt7023 5 жыл бұрын
Your enthusiasm is truly infectious.
@swordofgabriel 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome job young man. I wish more of our youth had your drive and work ethic.
@ieatcaribou7852 5 жыл бұрын
He makes it look so easy. This man has some serious skill!
@SivaKumar-bx3fn 3 жыл бұрын
Brave and very talented. Your concentration in Black smithy works is very interesting to see. I am very proud to say Black smithy Artisan. Thank you.
@MaderMediastreaming 4 жыл бұрын
I honestly miss this workshop, I am happy for Alec being able to grow and have amazing shops but this shop really made it feel like, the best way to put it, homey
@talldarkandsam 5 жыл бұрын
youve come a long way, alec.. so proud to have seen your oldest vids up to the latest ones
@banjosambar 7 жыл бұрын
Your a beast Alec, to be able to commentate during the whole demonstration and not be out of breath, kudos to you mate 💪🏻⚒
@xero724 6 жыл бұрын
After watching your videos, I've decided to start smithing. I still need a few of the tools to get started. But I just want to say, keep it up. Your work is awesome and inspiring. Can't wait to see the Kris blade completed. I have your channel subscribed and I have notifications on.
@esnyd 6 жыл бұрын
Alec, I know you make a lot of videos these days. This is my favorite.
@Stillpoint23 2 жыл бұрын
That does look like hella fun! Cannot wait till my first bladesmithing class in February!
@Droidzey 6 жыл бұрын
these videos are very theraputic to me the sounds of blacksmithing is asmr to me
@chunkbaby7544 7 жыл бұрын
Hey Alec my name is Charles, and I am a young blacksmith at the age of 13. This just happens to be the first video that was not damascus I've seen on your channel. Amazing work Alec keep it up!
@stimpsonjcat67 5 жыл бұрын
I don't understand why this video doesn't have millions of views. I miss Alec making videos THIS likely to make new blacksmiths.
@geoffallert1921 5 жыл бұрын
Great video, Great enthusiasm, Great upper body strength and you are a credit to the industry.
@mebobbygillis 4 жыл бұрын
This is great stuff. I'm happy I found this channel.
@walnutforge1203 2 жыл бұрын
This video is how I learned how to make hammers. Thank you Alec!
@jonchilders8933 7 жыл бұрын
Nice work! Good to see the hand wasn't damaged too bad!
@marcusk6702 7 жыл бұрын
That is some serious hammertime, Good work alec! Really useful videos as always!
@densmack2967 6 жыл бұрын
4:45 I started bouncing my head
@Teafoam 7 жыл бұрын
I never been so impressed with a young person. love your channel.
@davidcoalkey6074 7 жыл бұрын
You are very inspirational, I love your videos. Interesting that you mention both Brian Brazeal and Brent Bailey. Two years ago we had both if them as demonstrators at our annual conference for the Bonneville Forge Council. KZfaq videos are one thing but in person demonstrations and workshops are worth every penny. some day I would like to attend one of your workshops.
@opforgeron 6 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video. I like it way better than the other videos that you have. You speak at a more relaxed pace and the points of views are right where they should be. Thanks for this great video!
@Test-nr3cd 6 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed. Great work mate. I´m barely starting out forging. I used to make all kinds of things when I was a kid (mainly weapons hehehe) but stoped in my late teens. Now I'm pushing 40 and I would love to get back into it and your videos are helping me do so. I hope to request a few projects in the future when I know a little bit more of what I'm talking about. As for now, thank you very much and keep up the good work.
@alirofelipesanchezcastro4067 4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your new program on the history channel, greetings from South America Chile.
@danieljungmayer7064 6 жыл бұрын
It seems just like yesterday Alec! You've grown your talent and skills so much!!
@PatrickCordaneReeves 4 жыл бұрын
Alec, maybe a few more like these? Just simple how-tos are often very entertaining, definitely quite educational.
@AflacMan13 5 жыл бұрын
A recommendation told to me by my local forge group, a member group of the Alabama Forge Council, have multiple punches of the same type (at least 2 per) so you can use one punch for several minutes, and then have your other punch be cooling, (rapidly in cold water for example. might help) so you can swap punches and it has WAY less chance to weld/rivet into the workpiece. Yes punch lube helps A LOT but multiple punches also helps alot as well. :-)
@alexkatsaros6180 7 жыл бұрын
Great video Alec! I am mesmerized by your technique. Wow!
@lucaskoch8270 7 жыл бұрын
I'm from Brazil. Great videos! Congratulations.
@charrontheboatman 6 жыл бұрын
Been making my own hammers since I was 8 your doing a damn fine job of it Mate!
@sageparent8357 4 жыл бұрын
Nice Hammer!.....You are the Elton John of Blacksmithing...A Rock Star!
@RGD1982 7 жыл бұрын
love your videos man you have really sparked a want in me to start forging
@xZombee 7 жыл бұрын
You're an absolute delight to watch, it's informative, it's fun and you truly have a way to capture an audience! Subscribed fo' sho'!
@AlecSteele 7 жыл бұрын
+Luka Jovanovic Thank you Luka :)
@eviltwinx 7 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Alec! I don't have space for a striking anvil so this demo is perfect for me.
@AlecSteele 7 жыл бұрын
+eviltwinx great Peter!!!
@american798 5 жыл бұрын
eviltwinx j bjjii9
@grafikal100 7 жыл бұрын
born with a blacksmith's name - good stuff man. I love these videos
@tanyaoleson5714 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, Alex, very good tutorial. Great job as always. Is nice to see your old handwork and simplicity of things. Totally understand progression. Keep up The great work. You’re an inspiration to many people, and that’s awesome. PS, somehow this is my wife’s channel, mine is Jimmy’s blacksmithing. It is subscribed to your channel as well. Have a beautiful day. Jim
@matthewberzins4431 7 жыл бұрын
Great video! I like seeing things done simply that I can accomplish working alone.
@smartypants5036 6 жыл бұрын
Great workmanship. Well done.
@jonahglover59 6 жыл бұрын
Brother! I love your videos! You are so detailed and consice, it's very helpful.
@thomasmiller7747 7 жыл бұрын
thank you for this video! your power hammer videos are epic but really nice and also wicked informative when you do these hand hammer videos for us mere mortals who havent made the huhe investment in a power hammer yet! keep the awesome content coming!!
@randomron67 7 жыл бұрын
That's one fine piece of craftsmanship. simple and fun!
@AlecSteele 7 жыл бұрын
+Channel 67x Thanks 67 😀
@thenocguesswho 4 жыл бұрын
To think this was only two years ago, miss this content !
@alexkatsaros6180 3 жыл бұрын
I of the best teaches of technique. Well done Alex you rock!
@mishkalee4534 6 жыл бұрын
Love your work man. I just brought my first stuff few days ago to start, your video's help alot :)
@jenniejefferson3160 6 жыл бұрын
An impressive video, I simply given this onto a colleague who was doing just a little evaluation on this. And he in actual fact purchased me breakfast as a result of I discovered it for him.. smile. So let me reword that: Thnx for the treat! But yeah Thnkx for spending the time to debate this, I feel strongly about it and love studying extra on this topic. If potential, as you become expertise, would you thoughts updating your youtube channel with extra details? It is extremely helpful for me. Massive thumb up for this video put up!
@joshuawilcox7394 7 жыл бұрын
amazing video. always awesome to see a hunk of metal become a lifelong tool.
@Rinndonabo 5 жыл бұрын
hi alec, im from 2019 and your are doing great. keep up the good work.
@tinkermouse-scottrussell3738 7 жыл бұрын
Nice project Alec, I enjoyed this content.
@Dylan-ey4sy 7 жыл бұрын
It's so great having something to look forward to every single day! #Daily Steele! Damascus fork spoon and knife set?
3 жыл бұрын
Watching new videos in his return to the UK shop. Now seeing where he began.
@kerrydills3240 7 жыл бұрын
I look forward to whatever you mske. I'm hoping to get started soon.
@BernieFromTheInternet 7 жыл бұрын
how about a rebar - something(knife, axe, tongs, or tool of some sort). in my experience 1/2in rebar is about the same as 1050 on the carbon levels and can be water hardened. also you dont exactly need a power hammer to move it so its a nice project for the hobby smiths.
@nicholasvinkler1635 4 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness! Earned our like n sub. My 7 year old son and myself are just starting forging! He wants us to build Thor's hammer Stormbraker so bad. He begs me every day. I have an old 3.5 lb mini sledge head to work with. Building our forge this week.
@Hal_bowman 7 жыл бұрын
that was epic! watching you always gives me hope for what I can do one day! thanks bruv
@groovstreetfamily 7 жыл бұрын
Respekt for you my friend , i am watching your videos from Moldova Europe , we respekt hard working guys , i will lime ad share all of your videos because you have the pation for what are you doing .
@jameshogg1192 7 жыл бұрын
i look forward to watching all of your stuff ill soon be trying to get into the smithing business for a hobby. keep up the good work!
@ericcartrette6118 7 жыл бұрын
Really cool project! When I get brave enough, I will try it myself.
@joshtucker1777 4 жыл бұрын
um...IMPRESSED! you have skills! this is awesome!
@brandonedwards1181 7 жыл бұрын
Im gonna have to try this sometime this week ! , thank you for the great video Alec
@TokyoCraftsman 7 жыл бұрын
I just started to watch your videos, I've subscribed. I love your enthusiasm and boy do you just get to work. Keep it up, well done! Cheers!
@AlecSteele 7 жыл бұрын
+StuInTokyo thank you so much my friend! Great to hear you like it all :)
@philkalm 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome as always! Would like to see a forge welded chain as a future project.
@pokerprank 4 жыл бұрын
Cool, dude! I have been watching some of your videos and enjoy them a lot! Passionate young craftsman! The biggest compliment I ever received was: "You should reproduce fast and in great numbers!" I pass it on to you! And now it hits me - find the next candidate and pass it on yourself :) Keep up the good work and remember: slow, wide turns, brother!
@cliffmounts7878 4 жыл бұрын
Great channel! So glad i came across it.
@adimeshort 7 жыл бұрын
As always, great video- and great job to the DP and person editing the videos- true art both in working hot steel and photography!
@AlecSteele 7 жыл бұрын
+A DimeShort it's all me - I forge, shoot and edit! Thank you my friend!
@adimeshort 7 жыл бұрын
Alec Steele right on mate! Really appreciate the content you put out there! I know how tedious editing can be. Always an inspiration to see how relaxed/gracefully you work the material (not to get too sappy), but you definitely look like a fish in water Cheers!
@fritz3548 7 жыл бұрын
+Alec Steele Sick dude ! A video every single day is definetly more than 8 hours of work and i really apreciate the good content !
@AlecSteele 7 жыл бұрын
+Fritz H. Add on another 6-10 hours a day and you'll be close to the work ;) Thanks man!
@garrett6471 7 жыл бұрын
Damn you're really making a lot of videos! They're all great quality too, very informative and inspiring. Keep up the good work man
@mikesuri7157 7 жыл бұрын
You are a fantastic insturctor Alec Thanks for your efforts and videos! we are all learning a alot
@bartomiejszuszlak1185 7 жыл бұрын
As always it's a pleasure watching you work and first of all having FUN!!! Try to make a video with Trollskyy ;) Greetings from Poland!!!
@gary3353 6 жыл бұрын
Loving the work
@loul7239 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the insight about hitting the fat side of the drift!
@randymartin2396 7 жыл бұрын
great job on the hammer and the striking table
@Emulation_Inflation 2 жыл бұрын
Dang I'm a pretty resent subscriber. The difference in the "youtube evolution" of your videos is awsome!
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