Making the Worlds Nicest Leather Knife!
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2 жыл бұрынThanks to Keeps for sponsoring this video! Head to keeps.com/willstelter to learn more and get 50% off your first order of hair loss treatment.
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@keancropper8300 2 жыл бұрын
This was the first time someone actually explained what borax actually did in a simple and clear manner. Thank you very much Will.
@mattlewandowski73 2 жыл бұрын
I have been using it since the early 90s knowing what it does... This is the first time I have ever heard anyone say how it works (including a master blade smith I was taught by).
@biology1307 2 жыл бұрын
yeet
@thomaschristopherwhite9043 2 жыл бұрын
You can also eradicate ants from your house using it. Mix it with sugar and the ants will take it back to their colonies and poison the whole thing. Little trick a contractor friend taught me.
@Aco747lyte 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@nicholas_obert 10 ай бұрын
Just a quick scientific note: borax does not "melt" iron oxide, but rather dissolves it. It's like when you pour hot water onto salt crystals. The water dissolves the salt and carries it away.
@terrenusvitae 2 жыл бұрын
Will can only be friends with people who are examples of nominative determinism; Alec Steele the blacksmith, Tanner the leatherworker...
@krissteel4074 2 жыл бұрын
I don't know any tanners, so I use a lot of Kydex. Which might be a problem except for the fact there's not a lot of people called Kydex anywhere
@Phil_Cleaver 2 жыл бұрын
How will I be nominativally determined?
@Kyudos 2 жыл бұрын
@@Phil_Cleaver You aren't a butcher?
@OriginalEric 2 жыл бұрын
@@Phil_Cleaver Divorce lawyer
@harmsysbasement6249 2 жыл бұрын
Harmsy the accident-prone?
@benmiller537 2 жыл бұрын
These partnered videos where you make a tool for someone and then go have them use that tool in their job are absolutely fantastic!
@bradmarthafocker4285 2 жыл бұрын
This video ended with a Father telling his Son: "You can make anything." Dad skills 101. Keep up the great work, that knife came out beautifully.
@SafetyBoater 2 жыл бұрын
The last 44 seconds were by far the most inspiring part.
@antonioayala9190 2 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻
@thesmallhermit7819 2 жыл бұрын
This man is probably my biggest inspiration to forge
@Stormageddon571 2 жыл бұрын
Same
@nftvegeta538 2 жыл бұрын
I would say Alec and Will
@hpod3sx 2 жыл бұрын
Yup, Alec lost his "spark", his channel is almost dead in compare to what it was 2-3 years ago...
@nftvegeta538 2 жыл бұрын
@@hpod3sx Ye and the vibe just changed with out Alec and Will in the same shop
@thesmallhermit7819 2 жыл бұрын
@@nftvegeta538i still watch alec both of them have energy that i like. But thats just my opinion
@urkince26 2 жыл бұрын
Next week, Will makes a sickle for his neighbor John Farmer, and then some arrowheads for his friend Hunter.
@MrKarmapolice97 2 жыл бұрын
Lol I was thinking that when he said his name was Tanner
@violetviolet888 2 жыл бұрын
Better yet, a sythe.
@Big_Un 2 жыл бұрын
5:50 Will, Thank you! That's the FIRST time anyone has ever explained flux that has ever made any sense to me!!
@ianstradian 2 жыл бұрын
Stelter has one friend named Steele who is a blacksmith and another friend named Tanner who is a Leather worker. Seems to be a theme developing...
@connahjones8178 2 жыл бұрын
I was just about to comment this!!! Maybe a lumberjack with last name woods?
@RabidParana1 2 жыл бұрын
@@connahjones8178 I know one of those
@CorbinMusso88 2 жыл бұрын
I’m changing my name to Gun Smith.
@BogdanStrand 2 жыл бұрын
I didn't know Will was Wolverine. The hair up made it very clear.
@foxyfoxington2651 2 жыл бұрын
I love these builds that start with a piece of metal and then end up with a tool being used. Really satisfying.
@josephrichardson7366 2 жыл бұрын
What might be neat to try is a Damascus artist palette knife, not the stiff ones but the little more flexible ones. That would be a lot of fun to paint with :) thanks for another great video Will and team!
@billsargent3407 2 жыл бұрын
To me, and this my opinion.. Will teaches and I can learn. Alec went from being a teacher to way to much show, he brings to mind "Ruby Rod" from "The Fifth Element"
@super_slo 2 жыл бұрын
I feel like Alec is still pretty good at teaching... when he's learning something new. He brings you along for the ride. But if it's any of the things he's already good at, it's more about sharing something cool then teaching anymore.
@mr-x7689 2 жыл бұрын
If one is to be correctly terming the pattern, so is it Pattern welding Mr Stelter is doing. It can tecnicly only be called Damascus if it is made in the City of Damascus.
@charlieroberts3153 2 жыл бұрын
Will its a shame that you coming from Alecs' channel having millions of subs that more haven't came to show support. I love the channel and what you are doing. Keep it up
@rafaelbittencourt2823 2 жыл бұрын
I’m sure he’ll get there! With his charisma and a more constant upload schedule he’ll go far!!!
@wm12ga 2 жыл бұрын
I only watched Alec’s channel to see Will. I unsubscribed from Alec as soon as Will started his own shop.
@Jeremy-fy1sz 2 жыл бұрын
200k with paid sponsors isn't a bad start.
@Bramble20322 2 жыл бұрын
He will outgrow alec eventually, his content is just way better, Alec has been a let down with his projects lately.
@KiIIMiser 2 жыл бұрын
Will always seems to stay really positive. Even when his power hammer fell and broke he was temporarily down but not broken himself. He is a great example of how to handle less than ideal situations and adapting when trying to accomplish something.
@kristofferjrgensen696 2 жыл бұрын
It's also great to see the pros fail and handle it like everyday business with determination to just pushing, so when we fail our self we keep trying and learning from out mistakes.
@camdenmarian3627 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly he seems like a dude who gets flustered and pissed off easily at his work. Just like me to say the least. Nothing wrong with that. But the shit you're talking about is what we see on camera. He is a KZfaq personality and they get more views from positivity and determination. How much cussing do you think happens off camera? Throwing tools? Saying fuck this and going for a snack just to pick the work back up in 45 minutes of sitting around doing nothing? Chasing a shot with a smoke? We won't ever see the true hard worker he is because these channels are all about creativity and positive perseverance. Lose the obsessive false understanding of someone you never met. It's entertainment and informational at it's core. I'm subscribed and I love watching it. But God damn it quit being weird. When he was teamed up with Alec they both said they were quite flip flopped in personalities compared to each other in real life vs their youtube personalities.
@scottjerome2786 2 жыл бұрын
The music is fantastic!! Loved the ending, inspirational! Keep up the good work Will!!
@swebb90 2 жыл бұрын
Would really like to know the song at 11:00!
@grumpyoldstudios 2 жыл бұрын
Building a tool and then going out and using it is great. Also the family aspect of what you are doing is great. Keep it up.
@stevenlindenschmidt4049 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you will for the commentary on why things are used the way they are, ie borax.. Very informative and interesting to know more of the actual process, and why items are used the way they are.
@glennpotter8983 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve wanted to do blacksmithing for a very long time, you helped inspire me to go ahead and do it. Love your personality and skills in the forge. Keep doing what you do and I’ll keep watching 🇺🇸
@mikelafleur1760 2 жыл бұрын
I’m an old man , and I’m very proud of interest in making knifes , u are very talented, keep it up
@lukegraham1945 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome knife as always Will! I love how you get other friends and talented people involved to share each others skills around the community.
@utahgeoff 2 жыл бұрын
Will, I’m real loving the craftsman style of your videos and how your are involving other talented people who are using the beautiful tools you make. You are buiding a great channel and brand. Keep it up my friend.
@Joe___R 2 жыл бұрын
I really like the peak in the center of the grip it looks really nice.
@jonathanweiss1301 2 жыл бұрын
Can you explain in a future video to some of us who are new to forging and the fluid dynamics of metals, why is a small crack in the metal so catastrophic to the integrity of the piece? What are the dangers to completing the project with that “minor” defect? I’ve enjoyed watching you and Alex for a long while and I think giving some time to this concept for non-smiths might help provide context to why these types of faults in the piece can be so heart wrenching. I’m excited to see your channel grow and your voice develop. It’s awesome!
@SuperNetSpyder 2 жыл бұрын
I love how he fluffs out his majestic floof of skull fuzz as he's telling other people about going bald. Ahhhhhh to be young.
@Michaela_Ish 2 жыл бұрын
I love when you show varying blades being used in different professions
@chrisjacobs8394 2 жыл бұрын
great to see another project being used by a professional like the straight razor, excellent job as always Will, keep up the good work!
@Gaminggorilla13 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for explaining the use of borax. That was interesting
@OriginalEric 2 жыл бұрын
Same, somehow with all the forging videos I've watched it's never been laid out like that
@jadoningalls1205 2 жыл бұрын
I’m definitely stealing that “Hold on…I’m getting a call” bit 😂
@TWinzAZ 2 жыл бұрын
I love the segment of a different craftsman using your creation. A+ and would love to see more like this.
@andrewsweeny327 2 жыл бұрын
The merch looks awesome! Worth the wait!
@Tsagan 2 жыл бұрын
Will , this video and the one where you meet the boot maker are really something else. Artisan videoS like these, with beautiful craftmanshp are something i will always look for and i'm sure i'm not the only one !
@AndreasHontzia 2 жыл бұрын
Another epic collaboration! Really awesome work!
@jimlachance2181 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see ya working and videos keep up the great work
@jasondemuro6882 2 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous work man. Looks amazing.
@Merennulli 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. I'm loving how you keep showcasing these people and their crafts that they use your tools in.
@jimbobtheimpaler8403 2 жыл бұрын
It is young men like this that set an example. Determination and the desire to see something through to the end. Awesome blade good Sir well done.
@g_force3857 2 жыл бұрын
“When I was 16” was that last year Will ? 😀😀😀😀 good job 👍
@lucd5766 2 жыл бұрын
i love the way your videos are turning, first the making and vlogging with people who are using it. that's awesome. good work.
@kenmarapese9085 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent vid, very entertaining, dig the production.
@dennisbigelow6685 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful piece
@face2faceyouth 2 жыл бұрын
Will, I love that you show more work than a bunch of talking through the videos.
@MephistoRolling 2 жыл бұрын
Wills best skill is definitely attention to details with fit and finish.
@JessWLStuart 2 жыл бұрын
Great use of montages and sound is awesome! Music choices are great too!
@D.Schrader 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Will! Keep them coming I am enjoying the approach of making the makers tools!
@smithyylastname8518 2 жыл бұрын
I am loving watching Will work with other local crafters. These videos are just great and the humor is on point. Keep up the great work Will.
@RussellChapman99 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job and great video work.
@TheJaguras 2 жыл бұрын
Will, i really admire and love the Work and Dedication you put into your Projects! Such an Eye for Detail! Loved the hand-sanding with that relaxing Music! Hope we see more of that!
@jerremyvinson6310 2 жыл бұрын
Will the shop is coming along nicely heck yea !!!!!
@saginawdan 2 жыл бұрын
Keep up with the good work Will - A very enjoyable video, thanks! 🌲🌲🌲
@miagy420 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful craftsmanship, congratulations.
@zwirt2 2 жыл бұрын
I love these videos Will. It’s great to see you create something beautiful and give it to someone who can use it to it’s full potential.
@varsalhelms7274 2 жыл бұрын
Keep doing what you’re doing Will. I enjoy your style and enthusiasm! Don’t change a thing!
@buenodye4723 2 жыл бұрын
You got the audio sounding great thank you👍great work man 💯👌
@matthewnelson5293 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! The music was really relaxing and added to the video nicely
@vidabreve 2 жыл бұрын
Sweet piece Will!!!!
@SatanSupimpa 2 жыл бұрын
I really like this series forging tools and then showing it in use.
@briancullen9171 2 жыл бұрын
You crushed it Will! Those kiddos are too cute too!
@keirfarnum6811 2 жыл бұрын
Go Will! Beautiful job! I love the handle design with the raised center line and the Damascus blade is gorgeous.
@thomasbn5873 2 жыл бұрын
Always have enjoyed watching these
@inventiveowl395 2 жыл бұрын
8:00 - one of the best tranitions I've heard!
@mazenkaedbey8002 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work
@RatelLaw 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your work.
@neileddy6159 2 жыл бұрын
As always, you are awesome, your work is very real and so is your personality. Keep up the good work, we appreciate it.
@60sfoley 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant content Will, thanks.
@rhettrainey8152 2 жыл бұрын
Will the quality of your videos is amazing you are truly talented thank you.
@rhettrainey8152 2 жыл бұрын
And I'm a leather smith as well as a black smith
@danielhawley2504 2 жыл бұрын
Loving the music choices. This video is definitely the kind of video I like to see, production-wise. It is just fun to watch.
@emay4r 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work as always, like you born to do this man. Keep it up.
@Gussfalcon650 2 жыл бұрын
I love the music, it goes well with your work. I am happy to see that you are also following your dreams ! I think this video shows your passion crafting and help other in doing it too! I like your philosophy, carry on !
@mauriceryton 2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting, the added tannery work was great.
@destany.catherine 2 жыл бұрын
“Hold on I’m getting a call. A call to action.” I can’t breathe. 😂😂☠️
@bradleytuckwell4854 2 жыл бұрын
That turned out amazing great job
@michaels.3632 2 жыл бұрын
Well done Will! Beauty!
@frankierzucekjr 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for explaining the borax to us, I had no idea as to why exactly blacksmiths use it. I'd love to see a close up to see it melt. Great work as always bro.
@joshsater4044 2 жыл бұрын
It's easy to edit out all your failures to make yourself look good. It takes confidence to show the mistakes and a strong head to work through them to reach the end goal. You are a hell of a knife maker Will. Always a pleasure to see you work.
@Safetymanplaysgames 2 жыл бұрын
Great Job WIll. Love watching your stuff. Big Fan of your IG Shooting Posts too!
@hulking_presence 2 жыл бұрын
I love watching will stelter videos
@ruinationmkII 2 жыл бұрын
First video I've come across of yours, and I want to say, I really enjoyed it! Your personality and enthusiasm is engaging, and the inclusion of showing the leatherwork behind the tool was a really nice touch. As a bit of a laywoman, I appreciated you talking through the process of why you were using the borax, and would love more "insight" segments about why you're making "this decision over that decision." Looking forward to watching more, Will!
@Solarhawke 2 жыл бұрын
Good to see ya Will.
@SiskCustomLeather 2 жыл бұрын
Been working with leather since the 70s...absolutely beautiful Head Knife!
@TheBigburcie 2 жыл бұрын
Great explanation about Borax.
@NeelsVandenBerg 2 жыл бұрын
Hey brother!
@ucmooreart 2 жыл бұрын
I think that I like the vibe of this video. It has the feel of a early learning show that showcases a job that you didn't know about. A reading rainbow if you Will; but, with power hammers.
@samuelmiller6409 2 жыл бұрын
That is a gorgeous knife sir! Good work!
@WildDigger 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work! Love it! 👍
@nathanpotter9092 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your new channel
@pap314 2 жыл бұрын
gorgeous work! Tanner got the name for the job XD
@gabsinventions9135 2 жыл бұрын
dude your grinding skills really are something else!!
@elijahmcgeorge5198 2 жыл бұрын
This is so beautiful I love Damascus when it’s done right and man yours is done right great vid
@hugosales8102 2 жыл бұрын
Really good explanation on flux
@NMiller_ 2 жыл бұрын
I love watching Tanner's videos. Look forwarding to seeing your knife being used in future videos.
@toddahern1100 2 жыл бұрын
Great to see you doing your own thing and making it work and getting all the credit the knife looks fantastic and seems to function well 😀
@isam950 2 жыл бұрын
I really love the extra metal on the flat back of the blade helps give some orientation when cutting. If I had the time to make one I would use a similar pattern
@sanyok7777 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing work
@RedBeardOps 2 жыл бұрын
These have got to be some of the hardest types of blades to grind for sure! Amazing work, sir!
@patrickcarder1644 2 жыл бұрын
Love that you’re making stuff for your local craftsmen. Great to see
@MrMikeT89 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Will, you are one of the most skilled bladesmiths I have seen. Really impressive work as always. Great music too!
@punchmeibleed1331 2 жыл бұрын
Love these vids Will your doing great solo. I like that you dont break em into 20 parts. I like that you have someone in the trade use the tool you made. You have something special here. And you make amazing knives. Good on ya bud. Keep it up.
@mrhorsepower31 2 жыл бұрын
Good to see you again Will, hope to see more of the channel more often.
@555_Kochi_STi 2 жыл бұрын
I really like these videos where we can see the blades you make being used. Nice video.
@CynicalDad81 2 жыл бұрын
The way he wedged that sheath out at the top for a better presentation upon holstering just got my feels all up. 😏
@hask9033 2 жыл бұрын
Keep it up! I still watch Alec but you are, I feel, more enjoyable to watch and I'm glad you're getting your shop rolling. Now we just need you to post more videos
@iron7744 2 жыл бұрын
We need more like this.