I'm utterly speechless... I knew a lot of work went into katanas but I never had any idea this much work went into the tsuba alone! I tip my hat to you good sir, may you live long in good health.
@FordHallam8 жыл бұрын
+Furiora Thank you kindly. I'm pleased to hear the film was successful in showing what went in to the creation of these little sculptures.
@andrewherring94688 жыл бұрын
+Ford Hallam Mr ford I love your films like these and katsuhira tiger please make more of these videos they are so captivating to watch
@paultroiani2558 жыл бұрын
The first 30 minutes of my day is to enrich myself with the work of another person. Today, I have found enrichment to last two lifetimes. Thank you for sharing this with me.
@express37510 жыл бұрын
I wish I could click the thumbs up a thousand times.
@user-re2qy9gm4vАй бұрын
Höchste Hochachtung vor soviel Hingabe , ich habe selbst schon Tsuba gemacht , vorwiegend Durchbrucharbeiten mit gehämmertem Rand aber auch zwei als Metallschneidearbeit in Holzoptik . Je Stück habe ich zwischen acht und etwa dreißig Stunden gebraucht und , dabei gelernt wie sich Demut vor den alten Meistern anfühlt , es ist eine für ewig präsente spirituelle Erfahrung und ich bin für jede Sekunde dankbar . 😊😊😊
@a-sheepof-christ90277 жыл бұрын
As an amateur - trying to modify my own sword has taught me many things. Two of those things being humility and appreciation for the craftmanship of such a skilled artist. The thing that baffles me most is the seethrough of someone who will sit down - and work out a concept by chiseling away metal for hours if not days - and then go beyond the point I would have been satisfied with - to produce something so amazingly detailed and well designed. That change of perspective and the final result are things that inspire me. Thank you for this delightful video.
@gogaschnitzel32222 жыл бұрын
It's always the "going beyond" that distinguishes most masters isn't it
@benzedira4 жыл бұрын
I can't click the thumbs up a million time amazing🙏🙏🙏🙏
@cdubs99187 жыл бұрын
Ive been lucky enough to see great pieces of art. Ive seen works by Da Vinci, Van Gogh. Bernini sculptures and the veiled lady. But that Tsuba was amazing. Take a bow Sir. You are a true master.
This fusion of craftsmanship, cinematography and music is aesthetic perfection. Exquisite! Thank you!
@edwinmunoz562910 жыл бұрын
incredible work a was amazed i never commented on a video but in this case i had to beatiful peace of art thanks.
@garethbarry38255 жыл бұрын
Beautiful- craftsmanship, music, everything
@zatoichibandit3 ай бұрын
Every time I watch this I appreciate the skill more
@chaslind Жыл бұрын
This is beyond craftsmanship, this is dharma reinstated. Keep up the good work Hallam-San. Let your masterpiece give pleasure to the Lord.
@FordHallam Жыл бұрын
Many many thanks
@workingwithiron7 жыл бұрын
Holy smokes!! One of the most beautiful pieces i have seen made, and also one of thee most beautiful films also. Blown away by your skills!!
@ArcticWolfSilver9 жыл бұрын
Yet another astonishing piece, Mr. Hallam! I sort of missed your informative commentary, yet at the same time I enjoyed the pure meditative beauty of the work itself (along with the musical backing, of course).
@andrewipp42610 жыл бұрын
I have never seen a film that captures the infinite attention to detail, patience and artistic talent that Ford Hallam possesses as this one depicts. His talent of creating such intricate designs in metals, I am awestruck his hands create pieces that escapes us mortal men!!! He is truly a Master of this discipline, I am hoping the children that are in this film are learning this discipline and will carry on this art for the next generation. INSPIRING
@Mahalarbknives6 жыл бұрын
Love this video, cheers from Thailand 🇹🇭
@losinglouie7 жыл бұрын
Simply amazing. What a beautiful channel you have. What a pleasure to see the endless possibilities of metal work.
@rockhill77745 жыл бұрын
I am lost for words............ Never seen such attention to detail. Thank you for this opportunity to see a craft that is almost non existent today. Incredible!!!!!!!
@luisfrade45586 жыл бұрын
the whole process is of a beauty without equal, I would even say that it is the perfect therapy for the evil that is retained in our soul, Ford is a true Master not only for your ability and experience but for the lightness that you apply to each task. I just the fact that seeing you work is Art for your lightness of movement ... thank you very much Ford is super inspiring
@TimmyB18678 жыл бұрын
I was just doing a bit of fun research into tsuba, and by purest fortune stumbled upon this. I am, utterly and truly speachless.
@patrickminers27346 жыл бұрын
Looks like 3 month's artistry taylored nicely to 12 minutes of sweet detail sharing, Thank you
@colubrinedeucecreative4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Team and Ford! Second time watching this, just mindblowing, especially after i understand more about what is going on after watching many other of your videos!
@ianperry52156 жыл бұрын
I have always loved the beauty of the tsuba, and its part of the sword. I sat in awe, watching the creation of this piece and l am thankful for time well spent
@GingerLeeH4 жыл бұрын
dreamy.............. amazing expertise
@lostbookshop9 жыл бұрын
Thank you, that was beautiful to watch being created.
@aussiemaarten9 жыл бұрын
Wow I'm amazed, this is amazing!!! The video footage was also amazing. The craftmanship is so high. I'm seeing all these techniques that I have never seen before and thought that could never be done by hand. Subscribed!!!
@dustineaustindelacruz70403 жыл бұрын
You are my favorite tsuba maker right now. 😍 keep of the good work.
@tidewaterforge9 жыл бұрын
Thank you for continuing to share your work, and inspire craftsmen the world over to not only express their passion, but not let their boundaries define them. Continual pushing, learning, and transcending elevates art to something greater than just the mechanics of it, and turns it into its own vital experience.
@FordHallam5 жыл бұрын
Hi Christopher, thanks for your kind words of support. I'll keep doing all I can to share.
@izkatel68274 жыл бұрын
Simply amazing. Thank you 🙏
@rohithmarthanda8 жыл бұрын
I'm speechless sir after seeing your skill mixed with passion
@bajillions110 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful.
@katana19606 жыл бұрын
I didn't think the old round eye could pull it off. Outstanding video.
@user-tj3sf9ry8w5 жыл бұрын
I cannot believe this. How great!
@diythings-7 жыл бұрын
who ever give'd a dislike to this video , have's no idea what is handcrafting something like this ...
@k.pointer17329 жыл бұрын
Ford Hallam So happy to have found your channel. You're work is incredible. The tiger Tsuba utsushi and this one. I mean just incredible peaces of art! Also, the videos are done in a manner where watching it relaxes you and the beauty displayed in the skill of your craft engulfs the viewer.
@laetpat7 жыл бұрын
Dear Mr Hallam, it's always a pleasure to meet your work. you're very inspired. your tsuba were really awesome. Thanks for sharing.
@jon8xty19 жыл бұрын
It is a joy to me to see such a master craftsman at work. Fabulous is not good enough to describe it. I collect Japanese art of all sorts and would not have considered anything not made by the Japanese. But not now! A truly wonderful video.
@MrLiamCooley10 жыл бұрын
I feel there is no words to describe how incredible this video was. Well done indeed.
@anj4de5 жыл бұрын
Wow...stunning! What a beautiful piece of art. Made by a true master...
@michael_swardh3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful craftsmanship.
@bazogity3 жыл бұрын
Well done sir, in every regard. Beautiful art work coupled with lovely cinematography
@FordHallam3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@lunchtraytm4277 жыл бұрын
I wish I could like this so many more times. Thank you so very much for providing this for us to share. Please continue.. please
@williamhawkes74378 жыл бұрын
One word..... and only one word.... exquisite. Having reflected on this art.... it brings to mind just how hard fought for Fords' talent really is.... Utterly astonishing man, utterly astonishing skill... and an utterly astonishing eye.
@AnthonySforza7 жыл бұрын
Weird, I said that on his tiger video. Just the word "Exquisite."
@williamhawkes74377 жыл бұрын
Anthony Sforza hahaha I may well have seen it and sub consciously remembered it!
@AnthonySforza7 жыл бұрын
William Hawkes Jaja, nah, this was actually yesterday. I'd been recommended his videos yesterday and hadn't come across him until then. You're in the clear.
@doug1234198810 жыл бұрын
this is why I love youtube. Beautiful work.
@alfredomendivil97116 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, you re an inspiration to artisans, you are an artist.
@JoshuaHowley10 жыл бұрын
VERY awesome...A LOT of craftsman ship goes into something like this...and so few have the skills anymore to produce these works of art. There is a reason that the originals are so sought after.
@mauri92705 жыл бұрын
Wow...pura arte ❤
@jakerosen32519 жыл бұрын
Truly beautiful. You seem to take so much joy from your work too, you are a very lucky man to be so talented at something that you obviously adore.
@never_been_done9 жыл бұрын
Such beautiful work! Thanks for the videos.
@Bluebark64FIS4 жыл бұрын
Excellent craftsmanship...
@OGstonerD9 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best videos on KZfaq.
@OGstonerD Жыл бұрын
8 years later and I still watch this video once or twice a year. It reaffirms my desire to be more patient.
@nobilismaximus5 жыл бұрын
I hope you make more videos like this, this video is hypnotic. I come Back to it when I need to get a dose of crafty zen.
@FordHallam5 жыл бұрын
If you care to join my Patreon Channel you'll be helping support what you'd like to see. Lots more crafty Zen stuff planned. Cheers.
@nobilismaximus5 жыл бұрын
I just might!
@bruta1ny9 жыл бұрын
So impressive. Great footage, amazing craft.
@ThepureChi10 жыл бұрын
Incredible in every sense of the word.
@proudpict80527 жыл бұрын
Subscribed before I got to end of this video. Perfect!!!!
@carlclosejr78829 жыл бұрын
Fantastic piece Ford!!!
@vegitagt5 жыл бұрын
Amazing, such a simplistic but elegant tsuba. Thank you for the video it was great to watch.
@candiedapple18606 жыл бұрын
Masterful worksmanship.
@thefunfairvip9 жыл бұрын
This blew me away. Your metal working skills are awe inspiring. This film was a joy to watch.
@RandolphTuttle8 жыл бұрын
Thank you, this is inspiring.
@robdevylder95108 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!!!
@tiagoandrade61188 жыл бұрын
I don't believe that anyone is able to unlike this video! It's a beautyful work.
@Trickshot726 жыл бұрын
Now I understand how a tsuba can cost so much. Stunning, extraordinary, exquisite.
@robertbacon51579 жыл бұрын
Wow you are truly a master at your work what a beautiful tsuba
@manuelrocha97626 жыл бұрын
This video was the perfect end to my day. Everything about it was amazing.
@areyoutubed6 жыл бұрын
great men, great piece...
@jamesperkins98334 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this.
@tonkmonster8 жыл бұрын
Incredible doesn't come close to capturing this!
@mr.9workshop4922 жыл бұрын
Amazing piece of art
@dk75418 жыл бұрын
wow! that was truly amazing. you are an amazing craftsman. Thank you for sharing this video. I'm learning how to make these for my next sword. and your video was a true piece of art. thank you.
@morrimi208 жыл бұрын
Words wont do this justice mate, your work is beyond amazing. This is the first time I have come across your channel, and needless to say, Subscribed.
@kenpimentel69166 жыл бұрын
Holy crap! I can't even find the words! Just plain amazing!
@MrDEagle699 жыл бұрын
Beautiful, always a joy to watch you at work!! :) Regards, Rok
@miliargeth-bathory87818 жыл бұрын
Beautifull!
@scottturchin74532 жыл бұрын
So elegant. I am inspired and building the tools to begin learning. Your work is very inspirational. I am curious what type of bag your pitch bowl sits upon.
@Metallurg3310 жыл бұрын
Stunning is the only description!
@williamavery91855 жыл бұрын
Mr Hallam, your work is superb. Can you tell me how in the 18th century a man could make similar work without any magnifying technology? Working only with daylight. Some of the work, especially nanako is so precise, especially on juyo work. I'm at a loss to understand how they did it.
@hobbes25557 жыл бұрын
that is a work of art. If I could even make something a tenth as good I would consider it a huge acomplishment. thank for the video and for sharing your craft.
@balbirbhogal38598 ай бұрын
More than Excellent, 🙏 Great Master🙏
@FordHallam8 ай бұрын
Many thanks
@rucuscoetzee48959 ай бұрын
unbelievable!! Amazing work!
@TheFalsemind10 жыл бұрын
This video is immense. I have been in awe of your work ever since Utsushi. Honestly, I enjoyed this video, but I did miss the commentary. Maybe it's just me, but I find just about everything, even the minutiae, of your work absolutely fascinating. I hope one day to be as devoted and skilled in my life and craft as you are in yours.
@6pakki4 жыл бұрын
i wish him full recovery, he is a gem among artists,
@joko90868 жыл бұрын
It's actually really calming to watch this
@AnthonySforza7 жыл бұрын
That was the point of my initial comment as well. That hey, watching these are cheaper than a therapist.
@nikitamoskvin27163 жыл бұрын
this man is absolut perfectly made selth works
@dustineaustindelacruz70403 жыл бұрын
What a masterpiece, i hope i can afford one of those you've created. 😍😍🤤
@apo19155 жыл бұрын
I loved how you cut open the grove to fit and hammer around the pc. perfectly ..
@meowsaidthecat53386 жыл бұрын
My goodness, this touches me profoundly.
@josecapucho65138 жыл бұрын
increible belleza !!!!!
@jama018 жыл бұрын
Amazing.
@patricelemee55584 жыл бұрын
Amazing work!
@yugurtus19 жыл бұрын
Realmente, Admirable!, lo Felicito, sus trabajos son Hermosos.