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Homie just told us to do it the easy way, then said we were cowards... I'm subbin to this maniac.

I had a dream to make an axe for my Dad but it didn’t happen and now he’s gone. He was a great bush logman back home in Australia. Now in Germany I miss my shed and equipment. Another life I guess. Beautiful work Nils.

I am 74 years old and l so enjoyed watching you do this axe

My Opa always told me anything worth doing should be done the right way no matter how everyone else was doing it. And do it right the first time.

I've never forged anything and I have no intention of ever forging anything, but I really enjoy watching a skilled artist sharing their knowledge and ability with us. Thank you!

My 7 yr old and I love watching your videos. We would be honored to be fortunate to own any of your tools

Of all the forging channels that I watch with my Son and the talks that I've had about him starting up his own forge, you really captured my attention! It's more than obvious that you are a Master Craftsman of your Trade! The owner of an axe like that would a proud owner indeed!

My great grandfather was a farrier . I feel a massive connection with your art when I watch your channel. I have just returned from a drive to Jarna south of Stockholm from our home in the UK and I felt a deep ancient connection with Scandinavia whilst there thank you reconnecting me with the trade of my ancestors.

Awesome work Nils, I have nothing against people using heavy machinery in their process, but nothing beats the personal touch and connection you create with every piece you make ... and it feels :) Thank you !

I like the fact that only the edge is polished. The dimpling of the body of the axe head shows off the craftsmanship.

Quite informative, I like it being called the hamburger blade. It is really quite a beautiful looking ax. Thank you for what you do. Can’t wait for the next project.

This will be a fun one!

Beautiful axe Nils! I love the technique you used!

There is something magical about Blacksmithing that I adore which might stem from a previous life. I would love to own and cherish a handmade axe of incredible beauty such as this Nils Ogren axe.

Watching your videos is like watching a babbling brook flowing down hill. It is soothinging to watch you .

I like your story about learning to gauge heat by color. When the pandemic started, I decided to learn to cook. Many people jumped to suggest recipes but I told them I didn't care about recipes because my goal was to understand the process. I wanted to be able to cook, not just follow instructions. Your talking about color and forging because you (and the other smith) want to forge was very similar. Lovely axe, again.

I can't wait to make an axe similar to the ones you make! Thank you for inspiring me. Going to be trying the fold over method soon, I have my bar of steel all prepared to get set-downs. Thank you for such awesome content!

No one remembers the coward. Good one. You can tell youve spent some time working the steel. Looks great! Greetings from Alaska, USA

Beautiful workmanship man it's been 50 years since I've seen anybody work like that what's my great-grandfather and my grandfather in both of my great-uncles Forge when I was a small child brings back fond memories thank you

It's a very unique technique that you have come up with, I was sure that the pieces would slip out of place during forge welding but you managed it just fine. The finished axehead looks great, just as I have always believed you can apply hamburgers to anything in life.

While in my search for learning Swedish I found your channel and it's like hitting 2 birds with one stone I have deep respect for the Scandinavian culture that's why I decided to learn it Greetings from Mexico Hej då!

Forge welding three wedges without a tack weld is a HUGE flex. That takes a lot of skill and a lot of patience. Mad props. I dunno, do I want to win the axe? I mean... yeah? It's beautiful and expertly crafted, but I'm honestly not sure I'd ever use it. It'd be a wallhanger in my house. A beautiful, gorgeous, amazing piece of art.

I'm a hillbilly Missouri love sharpening everything, certified welding 10 year's, grown as child build thing's, repurpose . Always wanted to be blacksmith watching forging huge fan. Keep it up 👍, really like to have your creation. Disability put all my dreams on hold been cut wood all my life and worked wood made couple benches walnut and cedar very pleased, made tiny house with 4x4 pallet 6'x 4' add 4- 4"x4" posts extended 4' repurpose everything.

awesome job, nice to see that some young people still find conversations with us oldies worth something

Don't know what it is about hand-forged items, but they always turn out really cool, no matter the method or the item. Sweet!

There's an old black Smith in Buena Vista Colorado named Al. He's a wealth of knowledge and I love visiting his shop. He makes great hammers.

I'm just a humble woodsman, really appreciate your work .wish I could afford it

You have given me confidence to go outside of my comfort zone and try new projects

Such a pleasure to watch a highly skilled craftsman at work.

You make me proud of my Scandinavian roots. I always thought that, that technique was called San Mia. Not sure though. I do love watching a blacksmith do their thing. It’s magic!! Keep it up and I’ll keep watching!

I liked your concept of heat treatment. It is old school, but so relaxing. Somehow like a meditation while working

Workmanship is everything

Kul att se någon som jobbar efter eget huvud och erfarenheter! Det bästa med denna video är att du bevisar att man inte behöver dyra ugnar och en bandslip som kostar en mindre förmögenhet. Allt som behövs är fil och låga!👍

KZfaq suggested this video to me. I am impressed with your work. It's clear that you enjoy your work. Many greetings from Germany!

It is always nice to see people that are masters of their craft showcase there skills

Very cool to see a forge without securing the pieces before forging. Very interesting, and a fine looking axe.

Yes..!!finally someone with some real skill and love for blacksmithing!!love it!

I recently found the coal forge I made 2 years ago at my aunt's house, when I really didn't have the space to work with it, but now I moved and I have an excellent spot to put it in, and you're inspiring me to re-start forging!

That is such a masculine instrument. How beautiful. Great craftsmanship. Thank you for an instructive video.

What a beautiful bearded axe. I love the shape of Scandinavian axes. I am half Norwegian and have collected several Finnish hatchets and both Norwegian and Finnish knives. Thanks for an informative video. I love seeing the process. 🔪🎸

It's so satisfying to watch talented people make things

I love the difference between the surface finish of the body of the axe and the deep shine of the polished edge.

I hope one day I can have the skill in which you make your axes. It is nice to see artist continuing the craft and passing knowledge forward.

Nils, Another great video. One reason i don't have notifications on is all the spam. Thank you for taking the time to build, film, edit and post this video.

Really like the style of filming and commentary. Nice job!

Gorgeous axe. Form meets function meets art meets science meets soul. Cheers from Tassie.

Preserving ancient art, especially when you realize that you have met or exceeded the standards of a master, is a level of success few achieve. You sir are masterful!

Really beautiful….. there is nothing more satisfying to use a hand craft tool

Fantastic piece of equipment. Perfect finish and very strong. This is an axe to cherish for the rest of your life if you become the lucky owner.

I like the heat treating segment

Again a master class from a true craftsman.

I've seen a lot of the blacksmiths in KZfaq, you and you presentation is very good. Thank You.

This is a work of art. I've learned so much just from watching this one video. Bravo, good sir. Bravo.

Good video, and definitely, forging for the love of forging is what makes a blacksmith different from others. Yes, there are many tools available to make crafting things easier, but it loses something when the essential skills learned and honed over many years is replaced by computer controlled ovens and other tools that reduce the skill needed to complete a project from start to finish. Thank you for the opportunity to win a finely hand crafted tool that should last generations.

Love the videos. Its great to see this art being kept alive.

Again, a lovely process to view!

Inspirational video Nils. Great to see old school ideas/techniques being used today.

I didn't even know how to turn on notifications until now, even though this axe has already gone it's a great video Your forge welding is probably the best tutorial I've seen, self explanatory you make it look easy 'anyone' could do it

Awesome work Nils! And very nice explanations, love the honesty with the shortcuts.

Awesome video as always. Thanks for your time and sharing

That came out amazing, great job!

Beautiful work!

Absolutely one of the most useful of skills man ever perfected. Beside fire, this is outstanding.

Love your work man, keep on keeping on!

Very cool. Love the Pumping Iron poster in the back!

Another fantastic video! Love all the info on filing and finishing.

Beautiful work, always love watching your axes come together

allways a joy to watch, love your work. Cheers!

I didn't realize how nice a good hammered ax looks. I stumbled across this channel and have been going through your videos. A lot of nice work.

Beautiful work

I love that you did it all by hand hammering! I have neither the money nor the room for a power hammer.

Fantastiskt inspirerande att titta på dina filmer!

Great work! Looks very sturdy

The hamburger axe project was fascinating.

Looks amazing! Would love to try it out on my next trip.

Excellent work! Thanks for sharing.

Amazing work as usual, it's always inspiring to see other blacksmiths so endowed in their work. Keep the work coming Nils and thanks from Belgium !

Incredible work as always!

Nice work! Love the wedge as well.

Amazing job, man. You consistently put out some of the best, most interesting smithing content on youtube. Much appreciated.

Thanks for the very instructive video!

Beautiful work.

I did not know this style of axe weld was possible. Very well done!

I just love watching the process and learning so much. Thank you Nils.

Beautiful work, keep it up!!!

Great to see you work Nils, love that you embrace the more traditional methods over modern technology! Cheers, Greg

That's a method I have never thought about, nice work!

Thank you for the instruction!

Video was awesome. Very nice forge welding work.

Looks great! You always provide a lot of information. Thank you!

That was really cool. Looking forward to more culinary welds in the future!

Fantastic work! Best wishes to you and yours.

Amazing work, really enjoy your videos

Love the technique you used! Outcome is beautiful:)

This is such a cool technique! I rly want to give this a try someday! Also your outlook on blacksmithing rly made me think about my approach. I love the puritan and minimalistic style of yours and thats something i like to do too.

Another beautiful piece. Bravo.

Another beautiful piece.

Beautiful work, sir!

That’s an amazing piece! You did a wonderful job.