Forging the ultimate Bowie knife

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  • @aries_9130
    @aries_9130 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    That definitely is THE ultimate Bowie knife. Your most beautiful work when it comes to Bowies, in my opinion.

  • @insertname8
    @insertname8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    I am very humbled to say, that is my Bowie! I commissioned it and he knocked it out of the park. Looks exactly as I planned and I cannot wait to get it in my hands! You are an artist Freerk. First class work and second to none communication through the process. Having a video of your knife being hand forged is icing on the cake. Thank you again for allowing me to commission a blade from you.

    • @freerkwieringa275
      @freerkwieringa275  6 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      thanks! thanks for the assignment!

    • @pgreenawalt
      @pgreenawalt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Congrats on a beautiful knife. Freerk makes some great stuff and it was fun to watch yours come together. I am in the queue for one myself!

    • @insertname8
      @insertname8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That’s awesome brother! I can’t wait to get my hands on it.

    • @contents_of_the_subconscious
      @contents_of_the_subconscious 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You need to take a video when you do, we wanna see it in action!

    • @insertname8
      @insertname8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Absolutely. Will do. I’m excited to give it a good work out.

  • @noapology88
    @noapology88 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Now THAT'S a knife! Scary good craftsmanship.

  • @jonathancrew7656
    @jonathancrew7656 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Absolute Art and expertise in metal. I am sure that a lot of sweat and tears went into your ability to craft such a knife. Thank you for your video.

  • @nickshergar
    @nickshergar 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    This guy is a class act..... Fantastic.

  • @mbeat28
    @mbeat28 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Honestly my favourite blade smith on TH-cam. Beautiful work.

  • @Flybigjet
    @Flybigjet 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Freerk I am in awe, I watch all your videos and I’ve learned so much. I’m just a beginner without all your equipment, but your work is what I’ll always aspire to!

  • @viperBSG
    @viperBSG 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    WOW! is that a nice knife! So much hard work! THankYou for sharing! very insightful of what goes into a superior quality knife.

  • @adriansfarghiu6724
    @adriansfarghiu6724 6 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The worst part of the video it's that it ends. Beautiful work of art ! Maybe the best blacksmithing channel on TH-cam

  • @tomlagatol4448
    @tomlagatol4448 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Beautiful, Just beautliful. It’s an honor just to see you work!

  • @tnoel374
    @tnoel374 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Bad ass knife good job.

  • @estebanchiadote.9174
    @estebanchiadote.9174 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Amazing"..Bowie knife!!!👍👍👍
    Your work is a work of art!!!!

  • @larrybair8074
    @larrybair8074 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Freerk, that is one beautiful knife and just think it will last hundreds of years after you’re gone. What a legacy you are leaving the world.

  • @johnyb3454
    @johnyb3454 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Absolutely stunning mate 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

    • @anthonydeary9476
      @anthonydeary9476 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jim Bowie,s broken Sabre was designed to dismantle Buffalo,s.

  • @olddirtyb4st3rd
    @olddirtyb4st3rd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Sue: Mick, give him your wallet.
    Mick: What for?!
    Sue: Hes. Got. A. Knife!
    Mick: hahaha. Thats not a noife...

    • @1974ajoy
      @1974ajoy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Crocodile Dundee 1986....new york scene. 😂

  • @jacquesblom2312
    @jacquesblom2312 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That is truly awesome! I would love to have something like that myself!

  • @user-mm1nh1jn9j
    @user-mm1nh1jn9j 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Original and spectacular!

  • @dutchy7230
    @dutchy7230 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    absolutely fabulous craftsmanship great work

  • @dustyrusty7956
    @dustyrusty7956 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    BEAUTIFUL...and mean-ass looking, too! You, sir, are an artist.

  • @GG-od2tr
    @GG-od2tr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Old Skillz in a new age, I see love in his heart to his hands!

  • @marshallart113
    @marshallart113 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Once again absolutely stunning work I'd love to own this knife

  • @vpolarbear
    @vpolarbear 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    100% Highest Quality Work! Nice Job its Beautiful!!

  • @Zubatec
    @Zubatec 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Man, you are an artist. I'm a surgeon and I appreaciate a quality job like this... It's beatiful to see a person like you in action. Have a nice day, cheers from Czech Republic !!

  • @mukesh7002
    @mukesh7002 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Freerk, superb craftsmenship... And incredible attention to detail. Am very impressed.
    Thanks for sharing mate

  • @richardbryant7972
    @richardbryant7972 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful as always, great piece of work.

  • @pjt1965
    @pjt1965 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    nicely done Freerk ! keep hammering !

  • @bearbait2050
    @bearbait2050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing.

  • @humbertothebeliever2443
    @humbertothebeliever2443 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful work of art. I watched the whole video. Truly a master craftsman.

  • @Vormulac1
    @Vormulac1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    What a knife!

    • @Hr1s7i
      @Hr1s7i 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Knoife*.

  • @davidmoon02
    @davidmoon02 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i love your work, specially your pomelo and guards....i do some too and i know the good job...you are a master...!!
    congrats
    david

  • @jessicaread4880
    @jessicaread4880 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    what I like is the templates you have just knocking around your work shop! I am making one but only with a 4inch blade and 5inch wooden handle made from Rosewood, a good solid carvable wood. I just haven't got anything I can hold and carve things with. Enjoy watching. thanks for sharing.

  • @MrTruetoform
    @MrTruetoform 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow awesome craftsmanship! Very inspiring. I subscribed 👍🇺🇸

  • @shootythings5086
    @shootythings5086 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    what an awesome life you have Freerk, you make these awesome edged weapons and you get to play astronaut too (sometimes)

  • @furorteutonicus3541
    @furorteutonicus3541 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is awesome! Great work Baas.

  • @drspaseebo410
    @drspaseebo410 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant craftsmanship ~ one of the best Bowie knives I've seen, ever !
    .

  • @sirensc3566
    @sirensc3566 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Turned out amazing! I totally love it!

  • @marcondesmelo4098
    @marcondesmelo4098 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    FRIENDLY KNIFE sHOW! CONGRATULATIONS!

  • @SlyCooper1920
    @SlyCooper1920 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Arthur, John and the gang would be amazed by that knife you made

  • @TheRedneckKronikls
    @TheRedneckKronikls 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's BEAUTIFUL man! Jim Bowie would be proud.

  • @blackmamba8951
    @blackmamba8951 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Crocodile Dundee: "That's not a knife? Now THIS is a knife!"

  • @lemarginal5680
    @lemarginal5680 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Vous êtes vraiment incroyable c'est très beau un vrai travail de professionnel bravo

  • @bonecos_do_maninho1971
    @bonecos_do_maninho1971 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Parabéns! Belo trabalho!

  • @BrentDelong1253
    @BrentDelong1253 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You do some of the best work on youtube in my opinion.

  • @elduderoony8171
    @elduderoony8171 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG! I’ve watched some forging here on the tube but that my friend is simply awesome! I’m in total envy of the guy who commissioned this lovely piece. Enjoy.....

  • @az80311
    @az80311 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful knife my friend, beautiful knife. The video is excelent also. Thank you

  • @franscoisprinsloo3403
    @franscoisprinsloo3403 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man I would love to own this knife!

  • @RampagingRn
    @RampagingRn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazing knife as well as the video!!! Was so fun watching all the hard work and detail that went into making that beast!

  • @user-hb8be5wb4q
    @user-hb8be5wb4q 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Great knife, vlog, thanks for sharing this beautiful knife and the personal effort you displayed in its making.

  • @juanpablodiazcordova5522
    @juanpablodiazcordova5522 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wish I could be as talented as you great job and God bless you

    • @vladgrekul846
      @vladgrekul846 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Juan Pablo Diaz Cordova 999

  • @JoseFernandes-on7yb
    @JoseFernandes-on7yb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Esse cara e genial facas lindas se fosse brasileiro eu compraria uma faca dele parabéns

  • @GregBird
    @GregBird 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is a beautiful piece. I would love to have something like that in my collection.

  • @thelyingscotsman7993
    @thelyingscotsman7993 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing knife , absolutely love it, subbed.

  • @varunmerchant2281
    @varunmerchant2281 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Killed it brother.

  • @jeffreycarigon642
    @jeffreycarigon642 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    way over the top again. vary cool

  • @torch_ss5797
    @torch_ss5797 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are no words to describe it.
    You, sir, take the term "Artisan" to a whole new level.

  • @CarlChaitanya
    @CarlChaitanya 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is one beautiful knife .
    Thanks for sharing the making process its great to watch a true craftsman at work.

  • @fabioramos8810
    @fabioramos8810 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congratulations, Sir. Beatiful Bowie knife. Greetings from Brazil! In your opinion, what's the most appropriate stainless steel type to design a Bowie knife like this focused on high resistance and hard working? Congratulations!

  • @6lr6ak6
    @6lr6ak6 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Yr skills are so so good, l do believe this is the best Bowie knife on TH-cam

  • @shane4176
    @shane4176 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome knife great work I love how you made the guard I'm going to try that

  • @19caveman86
    @19caveman86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow amazing!!! Such a beautiful beast ! Nice job it looks amazing, confidence in hand im sure !!
    Keep up the good work!

  • @MrAllan9
    @MrAllan9 5 ปีที่แล้ว +195

    Now that's a Noife mate.

    • @congminhnguyen871
      @congminhnguyen871 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      maritimer Man now see if dundee was set in modern times he'd probably have this knife either that or a 500 magnum

    • @starman7645
      @starman7645 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's the first thing that came to mind

    • @zane4575
      @zane4575 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I see you've played knoify spoony before

    • @jakefromstatefarm5004
      @jakefromstatefarm5004 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can fucking hear this comment

    • @joeroe8376
      @joeroe8376 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I heard this comment

  • @bartdheer4547
    @bartdheer4547 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    great work guys.
    You never use cooling liquid for your drillbits or sawmachine??
    watching you from Europe Belgium,great job

  • @HARMARSCH2
    @HARMARSCH2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Freerk Wieringa Nice job creating that ultimate Bowie Knife .

  • @CiDev26
    @CiDev26 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This looks like the perfect neck knife. LOL
    Sweet build. Keep it up.

  • @larespuertorico
    @larespuertorico 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    beautiful how can i get my hands on one of those

  • @brandttoler6793
    @brandttoler6793 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man that's a good-looking Bowie knife I would love to have a Bowie knife like that but I'm middle class American that does not have enough money to have a knife like that.

    • @gammon1183
      @gammon1183 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Make one 😎

    • @MST3Killa
      @MST3Killa 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a luxury item... hand crafted and custom made that serves no daily purpose unless you're out in the wilderness living off the land almost exclusively, which if you're middle class, you're probably not doing.

  • @johandoes151
    @johandoes151 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is really an impressive piece! Very well made, gigantic dimensions yet very appealing to the eye. Nice work!

  • @jman414999
    @jman414999 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing craftsmanship. Genin you sir have a beautiful blade.

  • @marciokirk206
    @marciokirk206 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Congratulations my friend, your work really is of excellence ... I would like to know if you would send a knife of this to the BRAZIL? and what would be the cost? thank you so much
    KIRK

  • @jameshenderson3925
    @jameshenderson3925 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Bet he could make a wicked kukri.

    • @subzero778
      @subzero778 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      that's a great idea, love it

  • @longrider50
    @longrider50 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm impressed by the precise level of craftsmanship.

  • @BushCampingTools
    @BushCampingTools 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful work!

  • @texasghostrider9644
    @texasghostrider9644 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    A blued steel Bowie knife huh.? I have to admit I have never seen anyone a Forge a Bowie knife with that much skill. Even here in Texas that takes a minimum of a week the forge of Blade that big. It appears only took you maybe a day or two. How much do you want for that Bowie?

    • @McGowanForge
      @McGowanForge 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @Jay M whoa calm down, let the man estimate you prick

  • @TheCutter5150
    @TheCutter5150 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Go Big Or Go Home... Jim Bowie & Crocodile Dundee Would Be Proud, Now That's A Knife!

    • @grosema
      @grosema 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you took the word right out of my mouth

  • @stevenmyers882
    @stevenmyers882 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a pleasure to watch a master create a work of art.

  • @Stoney_AKA_James
    @Stoney_AKA_James 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful Bowie! Excellent craftsmanship!! As a Ranger, I studied knife fighting and would love to own one, not just for display either!!

  • @majaimay
    @majaimay 6 ปีที่แล้ว +223

    That's not a knife that's a short sword pretending to be a knife.

    • @noveske.2236
      @noveske.2236 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jon Goat aren’t knife fights great?

    • @NoirPooperBR
      @NoirPooperBR 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      actually it's a knife, the guys is just too small, he's a dwarf

    • @fredgrove4220
      @fredgrove4220 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The original "Bowie" knife was actually made from a broken cavalry sabre, so it is actually a shortened sword.

    • @AICaliceinchains
      @AICaliceinchains 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol I literally thought those exact words before seeing this comment

    • @theorcapuppet4653
      @theorcapuppet4653 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just call short swords daggers.......wait.............do people use knives or daggers.........wait aren’t they the same thing? I’m confused.

  • @juaresteixeira1962
    @juaresteixeira1962 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Muito bom!
    Like

  • @bigsuperpower
    @bigsuperpower 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just love to see this kind of craftsmanship.... wish everything was build and made with this passion

  • @justinzwaan6704
    @justinzwaan6704 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Prachtig Freerk. Je maakt ware kunstwerkjes! Echt super!

  • @itzyaboigordogutierrez4900
    @itzyaboigordogutierrez4900 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Watching this makes me wanna learn how to forge weapons

    • @millersharp5443
      @millersharp5443 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      3 months into bladesmithing, ive made 5 knives, 4 smithing tools, and an axe. You can do it. Its challenging, but worth it.

    • @sidstone8845
      @sidstone8845 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jus made my first Bowie today, you should definitely get into it, if you haven’t already!

  • @SatanSupimpa
    @SatanSupimpa 6 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    It's so big that it could have a leather sheath with an extra compartment to hold a gun.

    • @freerkwieringa275
      @freerkwieringa275  6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      SatanSupimpa hahahahaha

    • @aaronwag2459
      @aaronwag2459 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      SatanSupimpa in all seriousness a derringer would fit well

    • @SatanSupimpa
      @SatanSupimpa 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aaron Wag maybe even a Boberg

    • @aaronwag2459
      @aaronwag2459 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SatanSupimpa that could work

    • @joatsonportelaportela6636
      @joatsonportelaportela6636 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Muito linda a faca !!!!!!! Parabéns 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏!!!!!!!

  • @nzer48
    @nzer48 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is hypnotic! Amazing skill!

  • @vinnyvtec8722
    @vinnyvtec8722 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That knife is art. When i imagine the perfect bowie knife, this is it. You are an artist and very talented. Subscribed.

  • @RedMasterJV
    @RedMasterJV 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "That is not a knoife. THIS is a knoife"

  • @MarkoDucatiV4S
    @MarkoDucatiV4S 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    And i'm ready to bet that it costs much less than a Cold Steel or Fallkniven series products

    • @GalokVonGreshnak
      @GalokVonGreshnak 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You'd be surprised how much these can actually run for! I don't know if much has changed the past two decades, but knife making has always struck me as a pure cottage industry with a niche market.
      If you ever get the chance, head on over to a knife/gunshow. You'll see really sturdy, hefty Philippine machetes running for less than $20 to intricate D-guard bowies with some of the most gorgeous inlays running for a few grand. One of my most favorite shows are the Tanner Gun Show in Denver.

  • @louisaziz1235
    @louisaziz1235 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazingly impressive. I am so glad to finally find someone who can actually forge a knife from a piece of steel. So many that I have seen will cut an unfinished blank then polish and sharpen it. Then try to say that they forged it. It is just too disturbing. I am just starting out and trying to learn from as many true blacksmiths and metal workers as I can. Thank you for a great tutorial. Many blessings to you.

  • @marcpeine8327
    @marcpeine8327 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the coolest knives, I've seen so far.

  • @robhayes8295
    @robhayes8295 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You should leave some information in the description on how we could possibly buy your stuff, or commission some work. You seem to always produce great products. As said below - class act.

    • @freerkwieringa275
      @freerkwieringa275  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Robert Hayes good idee. I was a bit in a hurry there. You can order at freerkwieringa@gmail.com

  • @jacobamiri196
    @jacobamiri196 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    how much would that cost?

    • @TheEzzieboy
      @TheEzzieboy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You know the old saying, "If you have to ask, ...........

  • @jayantaborah7835
    @jayantaborah7835 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just wow... I fall in love with yours knives

  • @theredwrath9866
    @theredwrath9866 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, that was beautifully constructed

  • @StepanUa7
    @StepanUa7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, I have never seen you sharpening your knifes. It probably feel really cool holding such deadly weapon in your hand. I hope you didn't cut yourself at 27:29

    • @freerkwieringa275
      @freerkwieringa275  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      StepanUa7 no. It is sharp but not like a razor. I can be though. But my guess is it will be used more like a chopper

  • @fabianosouza8486
    @fabianosouza8486 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Top

  • @paultoy9611
    @paultoy9611 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your art and skill are excellent! Thank you.

  • @giorgosaxis
    @giorgosaxis 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This knife in 500 years will be still here!Great work!

  • @nazagesu7827
    @nazagesu7827 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    stunning as always. ps: I think that if you would forge some Fortnite maces you'll get easily millions of views, just to advertise yourself. love your work

    • @freerkwieringa275
      @freerkwieringa275  6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Naza Gesu something with a toilet plunger on it?

    • @nazagesu7827
      @nazagesu7827 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol , there are some cool blades. Even in world of warcraft i've heard of a collectionist who spent 20000 $ years ago for a reproduction of shadowmourne

  • @SuperLowScores
    @SuperLowScores 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    zombie apocalypse is what comes to mind

  • @fatehmar2573
    @fatehmar2573 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic work man, your workshop is amazing, and your leather bracelet are so beautiful, thanks for the video, I salute you from Algeria ...

  • @dylansmith287
    @dylansmith287 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a BEAST, both you and the knife! Great video mate, you've definitely just earned yourself a subscriber.