KAMA: Unconventional Samurai Weapons and Farming Tools (Sickle Blades) Black Beard Projects 2023-10-14 | Welcome to a new knifemaking challenge with a samurai theme! For this one, I've chosen to make two kama, traditional Japanese farming tools that also doubled as weapons.Given the limited time I had to work on them, my design is simple and straightforward. However, I'm pleased with the final results. I find the charred wood aesthetic fascinating, and the mirror finish on the blades is satisfying.Be sure to click the link below to explore all the other fantastic entries in this challenge and cast your vote for your favorite.https://forms.gle/TL4JjtHYRsjtkeQb9Sponsors:Maritime Knife Supply: maritimeknifesupply.caKnifeprint: knifeprint.comMosa US: mosaus.comB.Kohn Knives: bkohnknives.comDIY Europe: https://www.diyeurope.eu118Blades: 118blades.co.ukParticipating Channels:B.Kohn Knives: youtube.com/@BKohnKnivesHeavy_Forge: youtube.com/@HeavyForgeJP’s Bladeworks: youtube.com/@JPsBladeworksLeppic Knives: youtube.com/@leppicknives9830Njord Artisan: youtube.com/@NjordArtisanPJT Forging: youtube.com/@PJTForgingRainy Day Forge: youtube.com/@RainyDayForgeRed Beard Ops: youtube.com/@RedBeardOpsThe Art of Craftsmanship: youtube.com/@TheArtofCraftsmanshipThe Rivers’ Experience: youtube.com/@theriversexperience9383Tony Severio Knives: youtube.com/@TonySeverioKnivesThe Judges:Tyrell Knifeworks: youtube.com/@TyrellKnifeworksBlack Beard Projects: youtube.com/@BlackBeardProjectsOld Hickory Forge: youtube.com/@OldHickoryForgeFaraway Forge: youtube.com/@FarawayForgeGuest Judge:Walter Sorrells: youtube.com/@WalterSorrellsBlades#ytsamuraichallengeThank you all for following this journey and for your support. Your encouragement means a lot!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!0:00 Blade Forging2:41 Heat Treatment and Finish4:06 Handle6:08 Fitting and Leather Wrap7:48 Result and Test★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Authentic Conservative Knife Restoration 💯 Black Beard Projects 2024-04-01 | In this video, I embark on a restoration journey with a vintage, oversized knife, aiming to honor its rich history and preserve its antique essence. Throughout the meticulous process, I pay homage to the knife's original craftsmanship, delicately balancing the delicate art of restoration with utmost respect for its aged character. Join me as I breathe new life into this timeless piece, embracing its heritage while giving it a renewed sense of purpose. - ChatGPTFind some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Disassembly1:14 Blade7:22 Handle9:54 Assembly10:42 Test And Result
Bronze Fittings for the Serpent in The Blade Viking Sword Black Beard Projects 2024-03-18 | Welcome to the third installment of the "Serpent in the Blade" series! In this episode, we embark on the process of crafting the sword's fittings: the guard and two pommel pieces cast in bronze. For this classic bronze alloy, I've utilized a blend of 90% copper, 10% tin, and a 3% addition of lead.The patterns are crafted from MDF, chosen for its ease of grinding and carving, as well as its density and stiffness, essential for withstanding the pressures of sand molding. Speaking of which, I began with a false cope to accommodate my one-piece patterns. This preliminary step ensures precise positioning of the objects within the mold before transitioning to a more robustly rammed mold, capable of capturing more details.The final fitment was achieved entirely through filing, following initial drilling to establish starting holes.Stay tuned for the next episode, where we'll elevate these fittings with the addition of fine silver wire in a Viking-inspired design.Electric furnace used in this video:VEVOR Melting Furnace in US: https://s.vevor.com/bfQciCVEVOR Melting Furnace in EUR: https://s.vevor.com/bfQb1dIf you are interested in getting one use coupon code: VVPRO to save 5% off(Not affiliate links, just for your interest and to thank VEVOR for providing this tool)Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Introduction1:39 Scraping Metals and Bronze Alloy8:26 Pattern Making11:33 Preparing the Mold14:06 Cleanup and Fitting18:18 Result
DIY Diamond Paste / Fluid for Stropping, Polishing and Lapping Black Beard Projects 2024-03-02 | Mixing your own diamond paste offers cost-effectiveness and customization options, providing a high-quality abrasive solution for polishing and lapping projects. In this video, we explore the process of mixing diamond paste/solution for stropping, polishing, or lapping. The base mix consists of a 1:1 ratio of vegetable glycerine to dipropylene glycol, with added diamond powder in roughly a 3% ratio by weight. For example, in a container holding 15 grams, 7.5 grams of each liquid and 0.5 grams of diamond dust are used. Adding a bit of water makes the base oil mix thinner and sprayable, handy for applying the diamond solution to strops. Alternatively, colloidal silica can be mixed in as a thickener to create a paste-like consistency, mimicking the diamond paste available for purchase online. Furthermore, the addition of food coloring allows for color-coding different grit sizes.Original Recipe video:youtu.be/BGm0IyjxbMY?si=k0jUNE-DZCiL0lpfCheck out @OUTDOORS55 for more great tutorials and videos about sharpening and much more.Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Base Oil Mix2:09 Sprayable Fluid3:28 Thicker Paste4:39 Uses and Inspiration6:24 Leather Strop
The Serpent in The Blade Viking Sword | Pattern Reveal Black Beard Projects 2024-02-17 | 💥 https://wtplay.link/blackbeardprojects — Download War Thunder for FREE and get your bonus!Welcome to the second episode of the Serpent in the Blade Viking Sword series! Join me as I grind, etch, and polishing the blade to its final form. This phase of the process has been quite extensive, given my decision to avoid forging any bevels or fullers in the blade to mitigate the risk of cracking during the quenching process.My process has been as follows: - Grinding flat the two faces of the sword with a 36-grit belt. - Marking and grinding the profile. Here I used an old belt since the sharp edges tend to wear fresh belts prematurely. - Grinding the fuller with an 80-grit ceramic belt on a 15cm radius contact wheel. - Grinding the bevels with the same belt on the slack belt to achieve a convex grind, followed by a 150-grit belt. - Hand sanding up to 320 grit. - Four cycles of 5 minutes in a solution of 1:2 Ferric chloride to water, washing and scrubbing with fine steel wool in between each cycle. - Polishing with file diamond paste and pieces of cotton.Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Intro2:55 Shaping5:30 Guess the weight loss6:15 Fuller7:28 Bevels9:30 Hand Sanding10:24 Etch and Polish11:08 Final Weight and Result
Forging the Serpent in The Blade Viking Sword Black Beard Projects 2024-02-05 | Welcome to the initiation of a new major project — the crafting of a Viking sword! In this inaugural episode, I take you through the intricate process of forging the blade. The design showcases a damascus "serpent" winding along a central core forged from 1040 steel, complemented by cutting edges crafted from twist damascus. Despite encountering a few more challenges than anticipated, the outcome has left me thoroughly thrilled.Stay tuned for the next episode where we'll bring this Viking sword to its final, polished glory!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Project Introduction1:44 The Serpent4:17 The Core6:21 Core and Serpent Assembly9:54 The Cutting Edge13:40 Final Forge Weld15:20 Tang16:21 Fixing the Tip18:23 Heat Treating19:16 Result
Rusty Knife, Simple Restoration ✅ Black Beard Projects 2024-01-14 | This might be my first try at restoring a knife in a more "conservative" manner.Just a quick project to kick off the year!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Disassembly1:01 Rust Removal1:45 Fixing Pin Holes3:00 Handle4:59 Glue-Up and Final Shaping5:56 Sharpening6:21 Testing and Results
Crafting a Japanese Sword | 8 Months of Work in 8 Minutes Black Beard Projects 2023-12-30 | Join me on an incredible journey as I condense eight months of dedicated work into this 8-minute video, showcasing the process of crafting a Japanese Wakizashi sword using mostly traditional methods. From blade forging to intricate fittings, witness a few steps of the work and dedication that went into bringing this project to life.Explore the full series with dedicated videos in this playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUvOdzOtTwP3gzX6kGNZa6KPzg805WG3Or, for the complete 1-hour and a half long edit, check out this video: youtu.be/oJv9xyDGzdkSuggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Blade0:56 Habaki1:32 Seppa2:20 Tsuba3:50 Mei4:06 Menuki4:43 Tsuka5:55 Saya6:38 Kozuka & Kogatana7:06 Sageo Knot7:15 Result & Tests
Forging a Stake Anvil from a Rusty and Abused Sledgehammer Black Beard Projects 2023-12-23 | Transforming an old sledgehammer from a flea market find into a new blacksmithing tool for my workshop. In this project, I forged a stake anvil using one half of the sledgehammer. The result is a flat stake anvil designed for delicate and precise forging work. While the functionality is there, the shank's appearance leaves room for improvement, particularly in terms of centering. My attempt to forge the side of the hammer toward the center proved more challenging than expected. Nevertheless, this experiment provided valuable insights, and I look forward to refining my approach in the next iteration. Stay tuned for the creation of the second stake anvil!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Material Preparation2:45 Forging5:04 Grind and Heat Treatment6:21 Result and Test
I Forged the Darksaber: A Real-Life Sword from The Mandalorian Black Beard Projects 2023-12-16 | The Mandalorian Season 1 & Season 2 are available NOW on 4K UHD and Blu-ray in special Steelbook packaging!Thank you all for watching! Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Blade3:49 Handle8:39 Guard11:37 Assembly13:40 Test
Damascus Steel of Stacked Surgical Blades *Experiment* Black Beard Projects 2023-12-02 | Join me in this project as I try to make damascus steel using surgical blades. This time I experimented with a different way of stacking the blades inside the canister, arranging them neatly. To conclude this project, I combined the canister damascus with a single layer of K720 steel, resulting in a ni-mai (two-layer) billet crafted specifically for a single bevel chef's knife.A huge shoutout to SHADOWFOAM for generously providing the blades, making this project possible. Explore their innovative products here:shadowfoam.comAnd be sure to follow them:@ShadowFoam instagram.com/shadow_foamIf you haven't already, check out the video where I crafted the straightening hammer mentioned at the end of this project: youtu.be/2i_sy7ur7VUThank you all for watching! Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!I am currently testing this diamond cutting disk: amzn.to/3ut7TGaLoving it so far!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Canister Preparation2:12 Canister Forge Weld3:03 Perfect Canister Opening4:10 Ni-mai Billet5:40 Finishing the Blade8:13 Etch and Results
Why do I need a Tungsten Carbide Tip on my Hammer? Black Beard Projects 2023-11-24 | Check out the way @OUTDOORS55 made his here:youtube.com/watch?v=ra9nJuDaycEThank you all for watching! Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!I am currently testing this diamond cutting disk: amzn.to/3ut7TGaLoving it so far!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Upcycling an old and broken ball peen hammer1:06 Milling a pocket for the carbide ball1:54 Brazing and finishing the hammer3:06 Test and explanation
Wakizashi Sword: Full Build from Start to Finish + Test Cuts Black Beard Projects 2023-11-19 | Welcome to the complete movie of my Wakizashi project! One of the most detailed Japanese sword build presentations on YouTube, particularly highlighting the intricate fittings created to complete the Koshirae.This video includes all the episodes, excluding the making of some tools crafted for this endeavor. As a special treat, find a few unreleased clips at the end, featuring test cuts and final beauty shots.The Wakizashi's cutting abilities are truly impressive. Tested with the traditional Tameshigiri, it effortlessly sliced through the mats with precision. Test cuts through rolled tatami mats, simulating human limbs, are known to be a difficult and skill-based task. Since I've never done this before, whether it's luck or the blade's exceptional sharpness compensating for skill, the result speaks for itself.This project spanned over eight months, and after so much work, adhering to traditional methods and techniques as much as possible, all recordings are now complete. Thank you so much for your continuous support throughout this long-term project. Stay tuned for possible shorter edits in the future, but for now, the Wakizashi build series is officially complete. Thank you for watching!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects00:00:00 The Blade00:10:20 Smelting Shibuichi00:14:55 Habaki00:21:14 Seppa00:28:30 Tsuba00:37:52 Mei00:41:43 Silver Feather Menuki00:49:19 Tsuka01:09:35 Saya01:24:06 Kogatana & Kozuka01:33:41 Sageo Knot01:35:13 Final Result & Test Cuts
Antique Book Binding Tool | PERFECT Restoration Black Beard Projects 2023-11-14 | In this restoration video, I took on the hefty task of reviving an early 1900s bookbinding stapler manufactured by Gebrüder Brehmer (Brehmer Brothers)in Germany. The substantial weight of this antique tool, a whopping 25kg (55 lbs), speaks to its robust design for heavy-duty use.The stapler was in decent condition, with only surface-level rust due to its primarily cast-iron construction. However, for this project, I opted for perfection, deciding to strip off the existing paint completely and start from bare metal. Using epoxy-based paints facilitated a smooth application process, and the quick curing times allowed for efficient progress. Yet, achieving a flawlessly smooth finish proved time-consuming, given the stapler's intricate and rounded shape, which made sanding tools less effective. Nevertheless, the result justified the effort.The chosen vibrant green color might lean towards a more intense shade compared to the starting color, but it's essential to consider that the initial color is a century-old hue.The testing phase was highly enjoyable, reigniting my interest in notebook-making. However, this endeavor brought forth a unique challenge – finding the right wire. Knowing the stapler could accommodate 0.5mm thick wire, the search for wire striking the perfect balance between stiffness for paper penetration and malleability for shaping and cutting into the staple form was a lengthy process. After experimenting with at least six different wires, I struck gold with a 0.6mm steel spool originally intended for a MIG welder. The copper finish of the selected wire added a cool aesthetic touch.Thank you all for following this journey and for your support. Your encouragement means a lot!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!0:00 Before0:38 Disassembly4:18 Preparation of Painted Surfaces6:58 Painting8:39 Restoration of Bolts and Small Parts10:35 Other Restoration Processes11:51 Reassembly15:20 Testing16:37 Restoration Result★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Katanakake and Sageo Knot | Completing the Wakizashi Project Black Beard Projects 2023-10-28 | I'm thrilled to announce the official completion of the Wakizashi project. To put the finishing touches on this journey, I made a simple stand for both the newly made wakizashi and the original sword. As I'm not a professional woodworker, the stand design is simple, but that works well to not steal the spotlight from the swords it holds. The soft wood I used for the stand takes on a uniform charred look that I really like, but despite the wood's softness, I added an extra layer of protection by gluing small pieces of leather where the wakizashi are held and would have come in contact with the wood itself. After eight months of dedication, it's a joy to see this long project come together. It's been quite a journey, and the sense of accomplishment is great. Thank you for joining me, I hope you enjoyed this build series as much as I did!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!0:00 Base1:21 Feet2:39 Arms5:06 Wood Finish6:25 Katanakake Assembly and Result7:23 Sageo Knot8:55 Final Result and Thoughts★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Forging the Worlds Sharpest Stone Hatchet: Inspired by PREY Black Beard Projects 2023-10-21 | I partnered with @20thcenturystudios to create the stone hatchet from PREY! Add PREY on Blu-ray, DVD and 4K UHD to your movie collection!In this video, I'm attempting to create the world's sharpest 'stone' hatchet, drawing inspiration from the film Prey. As it turns out, working with actual stone isn't my strength, so I switched to steel, aiming to give it a stone-like appearance.For the material, I used a wedge, possibly intended for splitting stones itself, but on the inside it was a bit more delaminated than expected. However, it ended up working great. I then used hickory for the handle and added leather and ropes to complete the design.In the end, I'm very happy with how it turned out. Using a rope to throw the hatchet makes it a lot of fun because you don't have to walk to pick it up every time. Although it does make spinning the hatchet a bit harder, at least with this one I made. It might be worth trying on other styles of axes and hatchets to see how it works because it's really enjoyable.Thank you all for following this journey and for your support. Your encouragement means a lot!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!0:00 Stone?0:51 Blade Forging3:47 Heat Treatment and Finishing5:53 Handle8:59 Final Result and Test★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Mei: Japanese Sword Signature for my Wakizashi Black Beard Projects 2023-10-06 | As we approach the finish line of the Wakizashi project, we reach one of the final steps - the 'Mei.' This is the traditional chiseled inscription found on the Nakago (tang) of Japanese swords. To create this Mei, I forged a simple chisel from a piece of spring steel. The text engraved on this blade conveys essential information: the year, my name and the place where this Wakizashi was crafted, Italy. Special thanks to Kurt Matsuda for assisting with the translation of this inscription.Only a few final steps remain, including wrapping the sageo (cord) around the saya and crafting astand for my Wakizashi and the original piece I attempted to replicate. Stay tuned, as the reveal is just around the corner!Thank you all for following this journey and for your support. Your encouragement means a lot!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!0:00 Forging Engraving Chisel1:49 Tracing the Mei2:32 Cutting the Mei3:10 Laquering3:28 Result and Mei Translation★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Making My Wedding Bands, Super Speed Build! #shorts Black Beard Projects 2023-09-28 | Thank you for watching! Find the full video on my channel page.
Gold Upcycling: Turning Scrap Gold into Wedding Bands Black Beard Projects 2023-09-02 | In this video I take the exciting challenge of crafting my very own gold wedding bands. The decision to make these myself was a meaningful choice. It's not just about the potential savings from recycling old and broken family gold but about the joy of wearing something I made.While working with gold is something new for me, my previous experience with lost wax casting came in handy. And I have to admit, gold is truly a beautiful material to work with.My setup is simple, utilizing tools I've made for other tasks. Moreover I think wedding bands are often crafted differently, involving the soldering of metal strips rather than employing the lost wax casting technique. Anyway, after a first failed attempt due to insufficient metal and an overly thick sprue tree, I tried again and the subsequent attempt was successful, resulting in perfectly-sized right out of the plaster.The resulting rings weigh in at 5g and 7.2g respectively. After remelting the filings and sprues, a total of 10.85g of gold remains. This accounts for a slight weight loss (1 gram) compared to the chains I melted, possibly due to other metals dissipating like solder. All the old chains and materials I repurposed were made of 18-carat gold (750 or 75% gold), the ideal alloy for wearable adornments.At the end, I'm thrilled with the outcome. However, there's a joy that surpasses all of this. I'm over the moon to be marrying my wonderful girlfriend on the very day this video is published!❤️Thanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video! Suggestions and comments are welcome. Leave a like and share with anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this Amazon storefront: amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojects It's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here, you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!★ Patreon ★ patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★ Website ★ http://blackbeardproject.com★ Follow me ★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ►twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ►instagram.com/black_beard_projects0:00 Forming Wax Rings1:48 Lost Wax Mold Preparation2:55 Investment Plaster3:56 Wax Burnout4:18 Melting Scrap Gold5:48 First Cast6:38 Second Attempt7:19 Ring Cleanup8:25 Saving Every Bit of Gold9:01 Final Polish and Buff10:05 Result and Story Time
Kogatana & Kozuka: Making a Utility Knife for the Wakizashi Black Beard Projects 2023-08-06 | In this episode of my wakizashi series, I tackle one of the last pieces: the kogatana and the kozuka handle. The kozuka is a decorative handle fitting for the kogatana, a small utility knife that fits into a pocket on the saya.Crafting the kogatana was quick and easy, using a scrap piece of raindrop damascus I had forged for another project. On the other hand, creating the kozuka proved to be a very long and tedious process.The kozuka is made of shibuichi, a silver alloy consisting of 20% silver and 80% copper. The feather inlay is crafted from 800 silver (80% silver, 20% copper), matching the feather design of the menuki for consistency throughout the fittings. I experimented with a nanako punch background, a traditional pattern of small dots thought to resemble fish roe.The process of folding the kozuka presented significant challenges, and in hindsight, I would have worked on the feather silver inlay after the fact to minimize the risk of it breaking off.Unfortunately information about crafting methods for kozuka is scarce. Nonetheless, I believe my construction method is plausible, having carefully inspected the original pieces.Overall, I'm very happy with how it turned out, and it's a joy to see all the pieces now made and finished. Only some finishing touches remain, which I'll work on asap, and then I'll create a recap video of the entire process.Thank you all for following this journey and for your support. Your encouragement means a lot!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!The new electric furnace I used in this video is this one kindly provided by VEVORVEVOR Melting Furnace in US: https://s.vevor.com/bfQciCVEVOR Melting Furnace in EUR: https://s.vevor.com/bfQb1dIf you are interested in getting one use coupon code: VVPRO to save 5% off(Not affiliate links, just for your interest and to thank VEVOR for providing this tool for me to test)0:00 Shibuichi Silver Alloy Plate Preparation1:18 Engraving the Front of Kozuka2:26 Silver Feather Inlay2:44 Nanako Background Texture3:57 Bending and Soldering the Kozuka6:26 Finishing the Kozuka7:12 Kogatana8:51 Assembly and Result★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Saya: In-Depth Crafting Process of My Wakizashi Scabbard with (Mostly) Traditional Techniques Black Beard Projects 2023-07-29 | In this latest episode of my wakizashi series, I take on the challenging task of crafting the saya (scabbard) for my blade. Just like all the other pieces, this was a long and tedious process that required careful attention to detail.For the saya, I chose linden wood, known for its ease of carving and elasticity. The koiguchi (scabbard mouth) and the mouthpiece for the kozuka (small knife) are both made from horn. To secure the sageo cord to the scabbard, I shaped a Kurigata from olive wood burl. Additionally, the Kojiri (saya tip) features mild steel with copper wire inlay decoration, matching the other copper elements of the wakizashi.Throughout the shaping process, I made sure to avoid using sandpaper or abrasives, ensuring the inside remains free from hard particles, so the blade can slide in and out of the saya scratch-free.For the finishing touch, I experimented with a traditional urushi-like finish using ground and finely sifted tea leaves. While I didn't use real urushi due to the extended drying times, I opted for modern products like resins and nitro solvent-based paints. The result may have a slightly rougher texture compared to the original, but I'm thrilled with the outcome. Not only does it look similar, but it likely provides a tougher finish too!Overall, I'm extremely happy with how the saya turned out. The blade fits snugly, and the saya securely grips the habaki as it should. As a non-woodworker, creating this piece entirely with hand tools was a rewarding challenge that I successfully overcame.Stay tuned for the next episode where I'll be crafting the kozuka to perfectly fit the hole in the scabbard.Thanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!0:00 - Linden Wood Saya Base3:33 - Koiguchi (Scabbard Mouth)4:53 - Kojiri (Saya Tip)7:27 - Kurigata (Sageo Cord Latch)9:02 - Kozuka Holder10:52 - Disassembly and Wood Preparation11:24 - Wood Finish13:04 - Final Assembly13:51 - Result and Test★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Tsuka: Crafting the Handle for My Wakizashi - Complete Process from Raw Materials Black Beard Projects 2023-07-16 | I finally finished making the handle (Tsuka) for my wakizashi project. It was a pretty lengthy process with lots of different parts to create. I used steel and shibuichi for the fittings, and for the handle itself, I went with linden wood, which is both easy to carve and flexible.The Tsuka Ito (the cotton handle wrap) and Same (the ray fish skin) were imported from Japan. As for the feather menuki, I made those in a previous project, and the Mekugi (the bamboo pin) was shaped from a bamboo chopstick using a tapering jig that I made a while back.This project took me a solid two weeks to complete because I had to be super careful when fitting all the parts together. I'm really happy with how it turned out though. The tsuka fits snugly, and nothing wiggles around, but hey, it's not perfect. I definitely learned a lot from working on this project.Thanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!I am currently testing this diamond cutting disk: amazon.com/Wheel-GRAFF-Black-Sheet-Diamond/dp/B07PPGRMS3Loving it so far, and I'll update you after more testing is done!0:00 Carving Tsuka4:34 Same Preparation and Dyeing7:15 Fuchi12:26 Kashira15:27 First Assembly and Mekugi16:39 Tsukamaki (Handle Wrap)19:30 Final Assembly and Result★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Silver Feather: Shaping Menuki using Uchidashi Technique Black Beard Projects 2023-07-01 | Making silver menuki for my wakizashi project, a new venture into the fascinating techniques involved in this process: uchidashi. Similar to chasing/repousse but distinct in that you work the piece from one side only. Although information about this subject is scarce online, I was fortunate to come across helpful videos by @FordHallam which provided valuable insights into the process. For the menuki I created, I decided to shape it like a feather. I'm actually quite happy with how it turned out, despite its imperfections. Honestly, I have no clue if this design holds any specific significance or if menuki are intended to have any. I chose this shape primarily because I thought it would be an achievable first attempt, considering the additional challenge of making two menuki with the same shape. That proved to be quite difficult!Overall, it's been an interesting and cool project to tackle. However, I must admit that filming it has been quite challenging due to its slow pace and the constant movement of the tiny piece in the pitch bowl.Now that one of the most detailed and small components is complete, I will continue to working on the rest of the tsuka (handle) for the wakizashi project.Thank you so much for taking the time to watch the video! I sincerely hope you enjoyed it. I welcome any suggestions or comments you may have. If you found the content valuable, please consider leaving a like and sharing it with others who might find it interesting!The laser I have is the FLUX Beambox, with 40W laser:aff.flux3dp.com/blackbeardprojectsThe new electric furnace I used in this video is this one kindly provided by VEVORVEVOR Melting Furnace in US: https://s.vevor.com/bfQciCVEVOR Melting Furnace in EUR: https://s.vevor.com/bfQb1dIf you are interested in getting one use coupon code: VVPRO to save 5% off(Not affiliate links, just for your interest and to thank VEVOR for providing this tool for me to test)If you're interested in the tools and materials I use for my projects, I've created an Amazon storefront where you can find them. Check it out at this link: amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojects It's an affiliate marketing program, which means that any purchases made through that link will support the channel without any additional cost to you. Your support is greatly appreciated!Once again, thank you for your support, and I look forward to bringing you more exciting content in the future!0:00 Silver Preparation1:15 Mold Making and Silver Ingot3:36 Rolling into Silver Plate4:41 Preforming5:16 Uchidashi (Chasing/Repousse)8:40 Freeing the Silver Feather9:23 Finishing and Result★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Stainless | High Carbon Steel San Mai Damascus. I thought this would have been hard! Black Beard Projects 2023-06-23 | I recently took on the challenge of attempting a san mai stainless damascus, just to explore something new. Surprisingly, it turned out to be much easier than I initially anticipated! To maximize my chances of success, I ensured the steel surfaces were impeccably clean and diligently welded the billet along all the seams. For this project, I chose a combination of 440c and 1070 high carbon steel, and they worked together seamlessly.As for the blade, I followed my usual geometry, with a spine thickness of 3mm and a width of 40mm. As for the handle, I relied on my trusted stack of olive, red heart, and ebony wood.Thank you so much for taking the time to watch the video! I sincerely hope you enjoyed it. I welcome any suggestions or comments you may have. If you found the content valuable, please consider leaving a like and sharing it with others who might find it interesting!If you're interested in the tools and materials I use for my projects, I've created an Amazon storefront where you can find them. Check it out at this link: amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojects It's an affiliate marketing program, which means that any purchases made through that link will support the channel without any additional cost to you. Your support is greatly appreciated!Once again, thank you for your support, and I look forward to bringing you more exciting content in the future!0:00 Billet preparation1:05 Forge weld1:55 Profiling3:52 Heat Treatment4:16 Blade final grind and finish5:58 Handle7:37 Sharpening and test9:00 Final Result★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Saya Nomi: Forging the Essential Japanese Scabbard Chisel Black Beard Projects 2023-06-17 | The process of forging a Japanese scabbard chisel, inspired by an awesome video by @WalterSorrellsBlades I used ball bearing steel for the blade, a brass ferrule made by repurposing pipe fittings, and maple wood for the handle. For now, I went with a rounded shape, but I'll test it out to see if I also need a flat one when I start working on the scabbard for my wakizashi.Thanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!Find some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!0:00 Forging3:48 Grind and finish4:53 Ferrule5:37 Handle6:48 Fit and finished product7:24 Test★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Tsuba: Crafted from Steel, Detailed with Silver Inlay Black Beard Projects 2023-06-10 | Check out the tsuba I made for my wakizashi project! It was such a slow and painstaking process, but totally worth it. I don't think I ever worked on anything so detailed before and I absolutely love how it turned out! Now I can't wait to dive into making all the other parts of the handle. Stay tuned for more updates on this project!Video about making the pitch bowl:youtu.be/01697Hu8KIkMicroscope kindly provided by VEVOR, find it here:VEVOR Microscope in the US: https://s.vevor.com/bfP787VEVOR Microscope in the EU: https://s.vevor.com/bfP79cCoupon code: VVPRO to save 5% offFind some stuff I use for my projects in this amazon storefront:amazon.com/shop/blackbeardprojectsIt's affiliate marketing, so if you order something from here you'll help the channel for free! Thank you!Thanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!0:00 Steel preparation1:41 Blade and tools holes 2:35 Edge embellishment3:09 Face decorations 4:41 Tiny silver spheres6:26 Silver inlay 7:59 Finishing8:27 Result and fit★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Making Seppa for my Wakizashi with Shibuichi Silver Alloy Black Beard Projects 2023-05-20 | More parts for my wakizashi project: the two seppa (spacers) that go on both sides of the tsuba (guard). These two act as shock absorbers when the sword comes in contact with its target and prevent damage to the tsuba.0:00 Smelting shibuichi button1:01 Milling to size2:37 Slot for the blade 4:15 Finishing all sides5:37 Edge embellishment 6:43 Polish, fitting and resultThanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Copper Recycling: A Broken Motor Becomes Useful Metal Nuggets #shorts Black Beard Projects 2023-04-26 | Water casting of copper from a burned motor to make copper nuggets for future metal casting projects.
Ashbringer: the World of Warcraft Holy sword CHOPS! in real life Black Beard Projects 2023-04-22 | My take on making the Ashbringer! 1045 Steel, cast brass fittings and two tone amboyna burl for the handle. Very heavy chopper for my entry in the YouTube knifemaking challenge "Copper" edition!Watch all entries here:https://forms.gle/SkQJZcKHMLk9o64s5KnifeMaker Challenge sponsors:Maritime Knife Supply: maritimeknifesupply.caBrodbeck Ironworks: brodbeckironworks.comMosa US: mosaus.comB.Kohn Knives: bkohnknives.comMaximus Knives: instagram.com/maximusknives#ytchopperchallenge0:00 Blade4:07 Silver Hand Medallion7:44 Guard10:47 Handle12:06 Spacer13:45 Pommel15:33 Test and ResultThanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Smelting Shibuichi Silver Alloy and Making the Habaki for my Wakizashi Black Beard Projects 2023-04-16 | Mixing my own shibuichi to make the habaki for my wakizashi project. To obtain an alloy composed of 80% copper and 20% silver using 800 silver (80% silver and 20% copper), I used 75% pure copper and 25% 800 silver.The new electric furnace I used in this video is this one kindly provided by VEVORVEVOR Melting Furnace in US: https://s.vevor.com/bfQciCVEVOR Melting Furnace in EUR: https://s.vevor.com/bfQb1dIf you are interested in getting one use coupon code: VVPRO to save 5% off(Not affiliate links, just for your interest and to thank VEVOR for providing this tool for me to test)0:00 Shibuichi4:27 Habaki9:45 ResultThanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
The Night Blade Sword, Super Speed Build! #shorts Black Beard Projects 2023-04-12 | Thank you for watching! Find the full video on my channel page or click here:youtu.be/L0ugBOuYtHU
Mosaic Damascus Dagger | Complete Build Video Black Beard Projects 2023-04-08 | Quillon Dagger project from start to finish.Blade made of k720 and 15n20 pattern welded steel, guard and fitting are brass and wood is two tone amboyna burl.Thank you for watching!0:00 Mosaic Damascus Forging10:27 Blade15:01 Guard19:18 Handle20:38 Pommel and spacers23:51 Sharpening and cut test24:35 Assembly25:44 Final result
Forbidden Japanese Tri-Dagger, Super Speed Build! #shorts Black Beard Projects 2023-04-07 | Thank you for watching! Find the full video on my channel page or click here:youtu.be/j5wXd3SPWIc
Water Cast: Pewter and Brass #shorts Black Beard Projects 2023-03-29 | Base metal preparation for alloying (white bronze test).Thank you for watching! Find the full video on my channel page or click here: youtu.be/w2K46SM8Aw4
White Bronze Alloy Experiment (Water Casting) Black Beard Projects 2023-03-25 | Mixing Brass and Pewter to test a lesser know alloy.0:00 Pewter1:56 Brass 3:28 White bronze mix4:32 Surface finish test5:05 Toughness test5:27 Results and final thoughtsThanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Wakizashi Blade, Super Speed Build! #shorts Black Beard Projects 2023-03-22 | Thank you for watching! Find the full video series on my channel page or click here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUvOdzOtTwP3gzX6kGNZa6KPzg805WG3
Polishing my Wakizashi Black Beard Projects 2023-03-18 | After heat treatment I take my Wakizashi through the grits up to a mirror polish, also revealing the hamon from the differential hardening process.Since many of you asked, I bought the original sword from this collector:instagram.com/tokyoexpressdeliIf you are looking to order something I was also able to get this discount code for 10% off:3SSXA83WWDDNNot sponsored, I don't get commission for sales, it's just for your interest.0:00 Rough grind, belts 80, 150 and 3201:33 Final hand grind, stones 220, 1000 and 30003:15 Spine also ground with smaller stones, same grits3:44 Fine diamond paste polish4:14 Fine polishing compound on soft wool wheel4:48 Result5:34 Final thoughts!Thanks a lot for watching, I hope you liked the video!Suggestions and comments are welcome.Leave a like and share to anyone who might be interested!★Patreon★patreon.com/blackbeardprojects★Website★http://blackbeardproject.com★Follow me★Facebook ► facebook.com/BlackBeardProjectsTwitter ► twitter.com/BlackBeardProjeInstagram ► instagram.com/black_beard_projects
Useful Parts Salvaged from Printers 💎🖨 Black Beard Projects 2023-03-16 | This is what I take from broken printers before properly disposing them.
