How to forge damascus steel: Step by step. AUTINE and bladesmith John Neeman
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.พ. 2025
- This is my second "how to" video. At this time I wanted to show a technique for damascus steel forging and knife making.
I hope that this video will encourage someone to start forging and carry on old traditions of craftsmanship.
Also, I wanted to thank everyone who appreciated my first video. Your kind words helps and motivates me to make more stuff like this in the future.
Big thanks to Elvijs Viskers who made this video.
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Music: The Glitch Mob - Bad Wings
It is always a pleasure to watch someone who is a master at their craft doing their thing.
That is an incredible blade, and watching a master craftsman at work is just as much of a privilege!
TheGlitchMob brought me here via their facebook post & I'm grateful that they did! :) Learn something new every day!
Much respect & love to all these craftsmen. True Art teaches us SO many things! :D
Cheers!
wow, came for the music and stayed for an incredible video. great work
The production value of this video is absolutely amazing, I cared nothing about forging anything I came here for Glitch mob and was glued to my chair.
Great selection on song
Great Camera work
Great Editing
Words cannot describe the beauty of this knife. I've always loved the Damascener style blades and this is a great video showing how it's done.
Damn man, my respect. It is one thing to make something, its another to make something and show others how its done.
Not only is this educational, it is extremely entertaining. Not to mention, inspiring. Thank you sir. Oh yes! Please make more videos!!
that is not a knife, that's a piece of art! Marvelous!
НЕЙМОВІРНО!!!!!
найкрасивіший дамаск який я бачив!
This has been one of the most intensely satisfying and most interesting videos I have watched on this site. Good job.
That was he coolest thing I've ever seen. Such beautiful craftsmanship.
Mr. Neeman. You, sir, are a master of your craft. I commend you on the passion that shows in your work! Thank you for sharing with us.
Awesome video from the real John Neeman Channel :)
Best regards, from a Danish guy living In Russia.
I appreciate that you took the time to demonstrate this art. The quality and craftsmanship was remarkable
Thak You John for the awesome video! It is like watching a an artist making his masterpiece. I probably would of never seen this process in my life. Thanks!
Always beautiful to watch blacksmithing. For the folks years ago to do this without power tools and equipment is an amazing achievement. You can see why such things were worth a fortune.
I bought my wife a 10.5" Autine chef's knife made by John for Christmas (this exact model, except larger), and we are absolutely thrilled with it. We are considering ordering a full kitchen set from him very soon.
The quality of craftsmanship is amazing as is the beauty and cutting ability of the knife. Razor sharp and there's no sign of slowing down. Despite having fairly sophisticated sharpening equipment, there has yet to be a need for it.
Great product John! Can't wait to order/own more of your beautiful work.
Now this is incredible! Fantastic video John! Keep up the good work!
All the best from Slovakia!
Matt
Man that was awesome, I've been searching all over the web looking up blacksmithing, I took welding all four years of high school, and I'm very eager to start hand forging my own knives as a hobby. This video really motivated me to get started. Thank you.
Lettisches Warenzeichen! Danke Džonim!
Such craftsmanship! I was glued to the screen the entire time. If only there was some workshop I could attend to learn such a craft. Absolutely beautiful piece.
That knife gives me the chills man! what a beautiful piece!
absolutely impressive..well put together, crisp and clear. Beautiful craftsmanship...Thanks for that. I will watch that one several times.
Wanted to learn what Damascus Steel is and how a knife is made and this documentary did the trick, Thanks!
Great movie . Unique skills mate !:)
Forging is a timeless art Love it!
really enjoyed re-watching this. this video was what got me into bladesmithing and i have never been happier.
Seriously THE BEST VIDEO I HAVE EVER SEEN!
wow what a wonderful explanation I am a wheelchair user and used to be a plastic designer so I love to see how old tradition artistic work like this is done thank you so much for the video I wish I could do this myself you are very lucky
I think.......yep, that is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen.
Amazing, AMAZING work. Can't wait to see future videos.
Simply immaculate. You're an outstanding bladesmith John!
This is one of the best videos I've seen put together on process of creation. I was mesmerized the entire time. That was the best blacksmithing process I've ever seen. Beautiful work, from both sides of the camera.
Janis. You sir are a true master craftsman. Thank you for the videos.
As a small time toolsmith/blacksmith I appreciate your level of craftsmanship and polish. Very nice knife. I hope you a re feeling well after your accident. Take care and happy forging.
Cool, I'm a 16 year old blacksmith / knife maker. I'm going to try my first damascus knife this weekend. Very nice video!!
This video inspired me to make my first knife. On my second one currently, and I always come back to this video to bring back that inspiration. Thanks for putting this out there.
Being an engineer and having a decent understanding of the theory behind smithing the subject has always fascinated me. This video was a joy to watch, congratulations to the smith as well as the one who put the footage together.
Also the choise of music is superb.
John your videos and craftmanship inspire me everyday to do the best possible work I can. I hope i can be as great as you one day. please, continue with the how to videos they are some of the best, and it is great to learn from someone so insightful
More, lots more! The production value is superb!
Thank you so much for that video, I bought my first hammer, and a wood fired forge and a old anvil . I can't wait to start learning the old irons ways !
It is truly awe inspiring to watch you work. The video was also VERY well crafted.
It's amazing the hours of work that go to a kitchen knife.
Best how to video on Damascus steel forging and welding etc I've seen on TH-cam and I've been searching for a while, keep up the good work mate.
My spouse has been wanting to forge steel for a while now, but we live in a residential area so it would annoy a lot of people, We are planning on moving out of town soon so a forge will be built then. :) Thank you so much for posting the video, it is a great window into the processes. Your craftsmanship is thorough and amazing!
what a beautiful knife and such awesome skills. i truly wish i had the chance to do this. great vid
Bad-ass. Beautiful blade, awesome video, cool music. This is a master craftsman getting it done. We have to bring this way of making things back. I love the dedication to the blade steel. Absolutely awesome.
This is without doubt one of the best artisan videos I've seen.
I can't decide which was better - the craftsmanship or the video.
That is one of the most beautiful blades I've ever seen.
after watching this video and being a carpenter of 12 years, i think i want to start making knives now
Wow, I'm just thinking of getting into making custom blades after 10 years of welding, and I can only hope i can become half as good one day. amazing work.
Outstanding video
My family and I watch Johns videoes while we eat supper
Ridiculously beautiful. I would love to be a craftsman; your soul is imprinted on everything you make.
Thanks! We love what we do and we also enjoy your music! So: good music + forging steel = this video
Thats is a masterpiece ... Glitch Mob and a forging video. Respect from my workshop :)
Craftsmanship like this is becoming more and more rare as the world turns to other sources but this is truly magnificent work that won't easily be duplicated. Thank you for sharing your hard work.
Please make more of these "how to" videos, they are great. Awesome camera work too
Amazing how that thick piece of steel in the beginning turns out to be so thin in the end result.... thanx for the video... grts
I have watched this video 4 times now in the last 3 days! I am definitely starting my own forge hopefully in the next year or so. I can't believe there is anything so calming and empoering like forging raw metal into something like this! Can't wait for the next video.
Amazing video. Very educational. I also appreciate that you captioned it. Thank you for taking your time with this video and sharing it with us all.
this is the 3rd time I've watched this video. it is fantastic! I hoped you would do this on a regular basis. though I'm a beginner making knives, I've made my living as a welder/fabricator for 40 years. I'm starting a new journey, designing and building custom outdoor kitchens and living spaces. Mastering blacksmithing and bladesmithing is a part of that journey.
thank you for your videos, and please consider doing many many more.
forging steel + forging steel = badass
Serious craftsmanship there. Awesome skill and ability. It must be a very satisfying way to earn a living.
I am glad you took the effort to make this video and the other, it makes me want to work in forging in my future. I will be a farrier someday, and bladesmithing could be a fun carryover from horseshoeing. Thank you for putting your beautiful craftsmanship into the world. I will be at woodworking school the next few years so I hope to someday use your tools and, eventually forge my own.
This video has amazing footage and editing that I'd expect from someone with 1,000,000 subscribers. Great job inspiring people and doing what you do.
All I can say is AMAZING!
Outstanding workmanship!!! Please do other videos. I am in the process of setting up my own blacksmithing workshop. This is MOST inspiring....
gorgeus knife! i'm lost for words. u are a true craftman John. i wish u all the luck and my good be with u
You're a legend mate. Thanks so much for making that. I've always been curious how the process was done. Ill have to visit your workshop when I'm in Europe next.
mutha fuka?!! man i have got to hang out with this man for about 6 months. thats super sweet. welder by choice, millwright by trade, and one day god willing i can pick up blacksmith.
my hats of to you sir, nice shop, nice work
your work is beautiful and i know the workmanship you take would make anyone honored to use your blades.
One of my favourite video on YT.
I am incredibly jealous of both your workshop and skills. Great video and knife!
Absolutely brilliant, John. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. It was truly a pleasure to watch you work.
Gorgeous! Thankyou for showing the vacuum chamber step! It's the first time I've seen it, and will definitely implement one!
love the video, thanks for posting. today everything is so low quality and disposable. glad to see something of such quality that will last a life time +.
hi im jaco im a novice black smith i allways wanted to learn the long and hopfully lasting art of black smithing im so thankfull for ur help to forge damascus steal and i hope u carry on making ur videos ur my inspration to fire up my forge and smash the steal to hopefully make a one of a kind item so thank u for the inspration
You have inspired me to begin learning how to forge art from raw steel. I love your damascus work as well as the way you make axes. Please keep making videos for those of us who want to learn the old craftsman methods of forging.
Handcrafted brilliance, wow, just wow.
Amazing skill, amazing result. Thank you for sharing this inspiring work, mate.
That was some of the most beautiful craftsmanship I've ever seen. It's amazing what we can make with our bare hands.
That is absolutely amazing, everything you do is an art the the video itself was amazingly made. I really love what you do and how you made it.
Very inspiring and intriguing! Time is not the issue a place the tools are! Good work!
The music is exceptionaly well mixed, good job with the knife!
I love watching you work and I learn from watching. More videos please!!!!
I had to subscribe. I've been really getting interested in forging myself a knife recently. So, I appreciate the how to's in blacksmithing.
Excellent video. Shows what a lot of work can accomplish! BRAVO!
You're a great craftsman, greetings from Poland!
Great video and excellent music.
Give us more similar videos
Awesome video! I like that you added captions to explain each step.
Absolutely loved this video. Thank you for the time and effort in doing this video.
You sir... are astounding... Your videos are easily the most beautiful and well made Blacksmithing videos I've ever had the pleasure of seeing. You have officially become a huge inspiration to me and I really hope to see more of your work. You just earned yourself a subscriber.
I thought the linseed oil vacuum chamber was a great idea! I hadn't seen that technique used before, but I can immediately see the benefits!
Keep up good work!
Just started making knives. Working with a full tang on a file knife and wanted to see the way you make handles. Super helpful thank you so much.
Please post another video. I really enjoy both your videos and I think you are very skilled. Top job
Fantastic video. I really want to start learning this skill. It's a shame more people don't do it these days.
Amazing craftsmanship. It is truly a form of art.
These two vids are awesome, great craftsmanship. Maximum respect for you man.
I dont know how many times i watched this video... i love he song that bring me here and i love steel... i wish i knew someone like you who appreciate this kinda art! Can't wait to see your next vid :). Keep on the great work, maybe someday ill have the money to buy some of your hardcrafted stuff :)
Beautiful blade! A fellow eve player directed me to your video and I am in awe. I want the blade so I can show off to my fellow chefs!
you sir are a true master at your craft, i really wish i could do what you do. i have a passion for knives and would love to be able to work with my hands designing my own.