Dear Neeman tools i wanted to thank you and your whole team for inspiring me and unleashing a new wave of life into my own life whilst returning from two tours of afghanistan i battled through being wounded in armed conflict and also battling with depression i so badly needed something to keep my mind occupied although my years before the military i was an engineering i never knew of the delights of doing it as a hobby you have not only helped me but others around me thank you god bless jon
After 5 years since I came across to this video, I've found it again. The first time I watched it, I did not know what career to study and by the end I was convinced to study Industrial design (I don't know why I linked design whit this video at that time) and now five years later Im at one year of finishing my career. So thanks a lot!
The process is beyond beauty; this craftsmanship is spiritual. I must come back to this every three months or so, and I am both enamored to see the product of true craft and saddened I have none. .. In another time..
I for one would never underestimate the importance of a good hand-axe/hatchet when in the wilderness. Something so many ppl view as a household implement has saved my ass on more than one occasion. That thing is a beauty! Sending love from the bayous of Louisiana! Love the music too
Exceptionally well done in every respect. It restores my faith in humanity that such skills are not entirely lost among us, that the true craftsmanship of my youth still exists, and especially that such adept young people of a generation or more behind mine are the master practitioners of the fine old arts, and willing to share their skills with others. Carry on smartly. Today's culture is starved for true steersmen, the 'real' instead of 'virtual', for quality instead of 'good-enough', and for the tangible touch of human hands, minds and hearts, rather than the cold, valueless, disposability of machines.
For the crew of Neeman Tools: I work with production of advertising films and I am a connoisseur of cutlery. Honestly, the series "The Birth of a Tool" are the best movies I saw on the topic. Besides adding value to the art of ancient technique, adds value to the end product Neeman Tools. Very inspiring!
Your videos introduced me to foreign fields!!! Years later and I still remember the first time listening to this! It's almost like I get transported to a beautiful snowtop ped alpine haven.
Just gives me another reason to watch it again. I think the music works well. I love when you pull the blade back from polishing it and it edge looks like it's encased in glass. What you do is an art form of functional beauty.
I seen this video when you first uploaded it and it inspired me to chase my dreams and to reclaim a heritage lost in my family for two generations if it hadn’t been lost I would be a 7th generation blacksmith thank you and keep banging that hammer
Yes it is. It was not possible to get a copyright licence for Bon Iver song "Holocene". So thanks to the "Foreign Fields" for their good will to allow us to licence their song.
Maybe I'm alone in this, but I actually find that most of the beauty of this film lies within the artisan craft itself. I'm unabashedly fascinated by their work. I'm definitely alone on this one, but I also feel that the Foreign Fields track is more fitting than the Bon Iver track. I love how the first 4 minutes are quieter and more contemplative, allowing for the sounds of the work to take over. The build happens at the perfect time when the tool comes together. I don't know, I sure liked it.
The beauty of handmade work is unable to be compared to anything! I've had the fortunate luck in my life to buy a few items of such quality. They're so nice I'd almost dare not use them, but that'd be like having wings and not ever using them to fly!!
Just beautiful to watch......You sir are a true Artisan. I'm personally blown away by all the talent you showed in this video, it is truly impressive to say the least. Between the video and the music I found myself so mellow and at the same time excited to see the finished product....WOW is all I can say !
Just received polished version of this axe/hatchet 6/28/14. It's more stunning in person. Too nice to use for cutting, maybe someday. Display only for the present. 10+
John I am from mexico and I must said that I love your work, Its beautiful, you make art my friend, and I admire you for that, applause from my part, regards
You are truly an inspiration, this video captures your life so well, it makes you feel as if you are there as the tool is being created. Great choice in music, it really sets the vibe.
Hey there, I‘m a 22 year old boy from Germany. First i want you Northman to know that this Video is the most beautifull i ever saw on TH-cam! It inspired me to build one on my own! Can u or some one tell my which types of steel this guy uses?? It would be great to know. Thank you.
You'd have to do a lot of digging into metallurgy to find out exactly, although I'm pretty sure it's a low carbon mild steel for the body then a tool steel bit is what he forge welds into place. Although you could use pretty much any Good quality steel for an axe and have it turn out okay, the major issue you have is with the tempering and quenching process
Such skill! I had to laugh when you used a bandsaw to shape the handle, but was very pleased to see a drawknife being used to such great effect. Well done sir!
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Dear Neeman tools i wanted to thank you and your whole team for inspiring me and unleashing a new wave of life into my own life whilst returning from two tours of afghanistan i battled through being wounded in armed conflict and also battling with depression i so badly needed something to keep my mind occupied although my years before the military i was an engineering i never knew of the delights of doing it as a hobby you have not only helped me but others around me thank you god bless jon
Jón Ruben Robinson be strong brother and welcome to a new chapter in your life’s story to tell the future about. From a brother in arms
Ironic, I too was thinking, this is a good hobby to help me wind down after 13 years of hell.
"Rangers Lead the Way"
Thank you for your service.
The world melts away watching these videos... thx for the escape...
Watched this video years ago… I go back to it again and again whenever I need a reset.
Your home, forge, your shop... I couldn't be more jealous! Your living my life man!!!!
For me, this is the manliest video on internet!
FINALLY somebody who makes an axe handle with the grain oriented in the proper direction!! Beautiful piece of work. Now I want to make one myself.
After 5 years since I came across to this video, I've found it again. The first time I watched it, I did not know what career to study and by the end I was convinced to study Industrial design (I don't know why I linked design whit this video at that time) and now five years later Im at one year of finishing my career. So thanks a lot!
Heeey could you be studying InDes in Zaragoza bro?
You´re never finished. You learn new things every day.
I just came back after a handful of years and realized this was my inspiration to start a small woodshop! 4 years strong at realizing my dream.
It never ceases to amaze me...how do videos like this get dislikes? True craftsmanship...thanks for sharing.
Have watched this about 20 times over the years and the only way to describe it is a beautiful edit with outstanding craftsmanship
I love your videos! Been watching them for 10 years now.. wow, time flies yet stand still. All at the same time! Thank you for keeping me sane!
The process is beyond beauty; this craftsmanship is spiritual. I must come back to this every three months or so, and I am both enamored to see the product of true craft and saddened I have none.
.. In another time..
Totally cool. Skilled in different trades;metalworking(blacksmithing), woodworking, and leather working. Hats off.
I'm absolutely speechless. The quality of this video is amazing.
Had to search for a few minutes but i found this video again as i do ever so often. This video lives in my head rent free, forever.
wow, I don't know why this videos make me feel so relaxed, so zen, so peaceful...
fantastic great job ! i like to work with metal and wood in the old ways. you have my respect.
Your videos are better than 99% of hollywood movies that are churned out every year.
One of the most beautiful videos I've watched!
I for one would never underestimate the importance of a good hand-axe/hatchet when in the wilderness. Something so many ppl view as a household implement has saved my ass on more than one occasion. That thing is a beauty! Sending love from the bayous of Louisiana! Love the music too
These people are making my next axe. It will last for generations and serve us well. Thank you guys!
Thank you for a fantastic video..True craftsmanship. I use Northmen videos for relaxing meditation
The best video of a kind! Tears on my eyes .... it's the best gift ever! Made by own hands!
Absolutely majestic! Just pure ecstasy!
A most beautiful process and a beautiful end product... could bring a tear to your eye!
After all this time I still come back to these videos for inspiration and peace.
The satisfaction of watching this video from beginning to end
This is Real Art.
Thanks for showing me this Amazing Art.
That axe is a thing of beauty, the work of a true artisan. It's inspiring to know this kind of craftsmanship is still out there.
I could watch the whole video without the music and just be swept away by the natural sounds alone.
I agree. The Music deducted a little from the video
Exceptionally well done in every respect. It restores my faith in humanity that such skills are not entirely lost among us, that the true craftsmanship of my youth still exists, and especially that such adept young people of a generation or more behind mine are the master practitioners of the fine old arts, and willing to share their skills with others. Carry on smartly. Today's culture is starved for true steersmen, the 'real' instead of 'virtual', for quality instead of 'good-enough', and for the tangible touch of human hands, minds and hearts, rather than the cold, valueless, disposability of machines.
For the crew of Neeman Tools: I work with production of advertising films and I am a connoisseur of cutlery. Honestly, the series "The Birth of a Tool" are the best movies I saw on the topic. Besides adding value to the art of ancient technique, adds value to the end product Neeman Tools. Very inspiring!
Your videos introduced me to foreign fields!!! Years later and I still remember the first time listening to this! It's almost like I get transported to a beautiful snowtop ped alpine haven.
This was simply beautiful. Thank you.
Just gives me another reason to watch it again. I think the music works well. I love when you pull the blade back from polishing it and it edge looks like it's encased in glass. What you do is an art form of functional beauty.
This is one of my favorite videos on TH-cam.
beautiful song, beautiful video, beautiful skill.. i love it...
I love a few things about these videos: Great Music. No Robot Voice. Beautiful Filming. Great Subjects
One of my favorite videos on all of TH-cam.
One thing I always appreciate with your videos is how well the music matches with the video
I seen this video when you first uploaded it and it inspired me to chase my dreams and to reclaim a heritage lost in my family for two generations if it hadn’t been lost I would be a 7th generation blacksmith thank you and keep banging that hammer
Awesome. Snowboard all morning and then work in the shop well into the evening...winning!
Your past is a gift for this channel, good job.
10 year ago i watch this...still the best axe making asmr
This is the most satisfying video I've ever watched on TH-cam. Your workshop is utopian!
Only if you have the skills to use it
I love this video. I find it so relaxing to watch. The music compliments it perfectly and it makes me want to go into my shop and create something.
Stunning craftsmanship and beautiful videos!
Doing this has been a dream of mine since birth and until I complete it...I'll just feel empty inside. John Neeman, you sir, are a God.
Cracking videos, superb tools and beautiful music.
One of the best video I've ever watched
Handmade with love - it is the best!
This video only shows a tiny fraction of the time that goes into that masterpiece of an ax. This is the result of taking pride in your craft!
Thank you so much. Somethings work better without words. Love it.
Классный видос! А топор- ещё лучше!
This looks like a skill worth learning and that is very rewarding
Yes it is. It was not possible to get a copyright licence for Bon Iver song "Holocene". So thanks to the "Foreign Fields" for their good will to allow us to licence their song.
Just awesome and what craftsmanship.
this is one of the greatest videos ive ever watched
awsome craftmanship & beautiful shoot.
so lucky that i've found this channel. everything is amazing.
Maybe I'm alone in this, but I actually find that most of the beauty of this film lies within the artisan craft itself. I'm unabashedly fascinated by their work. I'm definitely alone on this one, but I also feel that the Foreign Fields track is more fitting than the Bon Iver track. I love how the first 4 minutes are quieter and more contemplative, allowing for the sounds of the work to take over. The build happens at the perfect time when the tool comes together. I don't know, I sure liked it.
What an awesome video! I loved every minute of it. I'm highly impressed.
You are a true artist. It is inspiring to watch you work! Thank you for sharing this with us. Truly beautiful.
The beauty of handmade work is unable to be compared to anything! I've had the fortunate luck in my life to buy a few items of such quality. They're so nice I'd almost dare not use them, but that'd be like having wings and not ever using them to fly!!
Incredible. Music selection was on point. Beautiful video.
That is an exceptionally beautiful knife!
Beautiful! I'm incredibly impressed!
this is the most beautiful video i have ever seen
I would be proud to own a John Neeman tool... I salute the epic craftsmanship!
This is absolutely amazing, the camera is awesome, the music is awesome, and most of all, the tool is awesome! Beautiful work, Mr. Neeman.
SUPERB VIDEO, SUPERB CRAFTSMANSHIP, THANK YOU.
I love watching this video.
Everthing is here, the music too. Thanks
Just beautiful to watch......You sir are a true Artisan. I'm personally blown away by all the talent you showed in this video, it is truly impressive to say the least. Between the video and the music I found myself so mellow and at the same time excited to see the finished product....WOW is all I can say !
Absolutely stunning!
Another amazing piece of functional art. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Excellent workmanship...Thank you for the video.
AWESOME!!!! Greetings from Brazil.
Just received polished version of this axe/hatchet 6/28/14. It's more stunning in person. Too nice to use for cutting, maybe someday. Display only for the present.
10+
Watching this video makes me feel good
Beautiful work on the axe, the video is great to watch hope you have made more
True craftsman ship, the video and music are perfect.
yes yes beautiful craftsmanship excellent video etc etc. but please it would be so satisfying to see the axe hit something from a full swing.
Wonderful craftsmanship!
John I am from mexico and I must said that I love your work, Its beautiful, you make art my friend, and I admire you for that, applause from my part, regards
Wow, that cabin at the end where dude was making the sheath is increeeedibly beautiful.. me want. 😍❄️☃️
Good video.Beautiful scenery..........Just beautiful...Very relaxing ..TQ
You guys are amazing. When I grow up I want to be just like you guys
You are truly an inspiration, this video captures your life so well, it makes you feel as if you are there as the tool is being created. Great choice in music, it really sets the vibe.
Wonderful experience to see what "Handmade" means.
my favourite video of all time
Very nicely filmed and calming music
I've been lucky enough to follow these stunning videos since you started putting them on your vimeo page. Great to finally see them on youtube.
Hey there,
I‘m a 22 year old boy from Germany.
First i want you Northman to know that this Video is the most beautifull i ever saw on TH-cam!
It inspired me to build one on my own!
Can u or some one tell my which types of steel this guy uses??
It would be great to know.
Thank you.
You'd have to do a lot of digging into metallurgy to find out exactly, although I'm pretty sure it's a low carbon mild steel for the body then a tool steel bit is what he forge welds into place.
Although you could use pretty much any Good quality steel for an axe and have it turn out okay, the major issue you have is with the tempering and quenching process
mesmerising video, thanks for sharing. I'm off to give my Gransförs Bruks axe's a hug
At the age of fourteen I now have a passion to be like this man.
zooms out to ron swanson
you just earned yourself a new subscriber. these videos are incredible!
Such skill! I had to laugh when you used a bandsaw to shape the handle, but was very pleased to see a drawknife being used to such great effect. Well done sir!
I love this video and birth of tool series
What a beautiful video, I love it :)