Nothing like getting to work early and finding a Jimmy DiResta video waiting to be watched. That is seriously badass and an unbelievably elegant solution all rolled into one. Thank you Jimmy!
I just want to say thank you for your videos, you remind me a lot of my father, always a project going on and always something to learn. A carpenter for 30 years, he taught me everything I know about working with my hands. The only time i've ever seen a repair man in the house was a water heater install, other than that, my dad worked his ass off and worked more after, still somehow finding the time to cook and clean at the end of the day. Those are great memories, and you are part of what helps me feel like he's still around.
+jimmydiresta SELL THIS! You could make money off these if you could find a way to mass produce them on the cheap (try to keep it in North America though if you can).
Absolutely love this combination of a proper blade and a multi tool. Leathermans tend to have a tiny blade made of soft steel, but this is a great way to eliminate that problem. Keep up the good work!
Jimmy, as amateur bladesmith I can tell you: is one of the best ideas I've seen in my live, obviuously isn't as strong as a full tang knife, but neither is for battoning and wasting jobs, this join is stronger than many folding knives and those are used for skinning hunting and common tasks, don't pay attention about "not full tang, no real knife" geeks
I'm emailing the Woodcraft product managers to let them know that the Which blade is By FAR the coolest implementation of a Woodriver blade blank to date. The version 2.0 is rather splendid too. You, sir, are the epitome of "maker".
at first i had my doubts about this build, but it came together nicely. its good to see someone building stuff, its becoming a lost art in this country, doing things with your hands.
I don't normally post comments on youtube videos (though I subscribe to a lot of maker oriented channels), but I just had to. That is freaking genius. I want one. I don't know how I'd live without my leatherman skeletool! :-)
I love how you melded these two objects together. One of my favorites out of your many creative projects. Not because I am a knife guy, but because of the thought process you displayed in making it. I love the menagerie of techniques for fabricating items that you constantly display. Everything from smelting to kerfing, vacuum forming to hydraulic pressing leather. Please keep doing what you do.
You sir are a true artisan in your field. I honestly don't comment on a lot of TH-cam videos but videos like this are quite inspirational and deserve everyone's attention. People like you, with immense creativity and skill, are often overlooked in today's society. Thank you so much for sharing! Please keep up this amazing work!
Jimmy- I'm 17 and I live in Los Angeles, and I started building furniture (tables/lamps/etc) because of stumbling upon your videos about two years ago. I have seen every one of your youtube videos a solid 3 times at least, and watched every hammered episode/against the grain/ everything I could find online. I have made a lot of things via inspiration from your different projects, and would not have a shop at home/ have started woodworking without seeing your stuff. I saw your brother at the Fairfax flea market this past weekend and asked him a question, but I don't think he really knew the answer. I was just wondering how long each one of your projects takes? For example the Coffin or the different tables. Love your videos, and about to go try and build something now!
if you're not listening to the "making it" podcast with Jimmy Diresta and David Picciuto(aka the drunken woodworker) you're missing out - They talk shop all the time and Jimmy usually answers frequently asked questions... there's also a nerdist podcast with the same title - just google for making it diresta podcast - that'll do ya
I am thoroughly impressed. You've shown a great deal of ingenuity in producing such a streamline tool enhancement. Watching your videos makes me deeply regret not spending time with my dad in his shop when I was growing up (too busy playing video games and failing to impress girls than to learn machinist/mechanic/carpentry skills). Please keep the videos coming.
Way to go, Jimmy! I absolutely love your creativity, not just in coming up with new ideas, but also your creative techniques. Thank you so much for sharing your work with everyone.
dude this is so much better than the first one. like i thought the first one was awsome, but the design and efficiency of this one just makes the other one look flea market status while this one would be locked in a display on a spinning plate. a true evolution sir. I commend you
Amazing art and craftmanship! I already loved the first version of this knife and I love and appreciate that you took it even one more step forward and created this stunning knife.
jimmydiresta I really enjoy watching the building process you go through with these, if someone were to send yoj materials to make one of these custom multitool knives would you fabricate one for that person?
I feel like i've been missing so much by just discovering your channel today, This project made me smile so much, thank you good sir! Your table saw skills were frightening to watch in the first few videos i saw, but by the 6th or so i could see you're safe and very comfortable with using the best tool for the job, This is very inspiring to me and i'm gonna have to try it out. Looking forward to new videos!
just started watching your videos, thank you for what you do...big inspiration man....I'm an artist and a maker too, just so awesome to see what you create! btw, I would totally buy this knife!!
Mad Genius!!!!!! I love watching the video and saying to myself, "Were is he going with this?" and then all of a sudden, "OOhhhh.....yup, this guys the shit!" So impressive. Great job man.
I saw this once when it came out then watched your speech about your life and watched it again and was totally amazed..... Again. Great job! really inspiring your videos are.
The first which blade is cool from a sculpting point of view. This one though? Way more practical. I really like this one. I would patent that shit and sell it to the highest bidder.
Then how about' you become one of the next sir, if your not already? The world is always in need of more, craftsmen that is, exspecially in this day, and age.
Once again an awesome project. One of the best TH-cam channels there is......PERIOD. My favorite part of this video is at the very end when you smash both nice and in the worktable. Awesome
Man I have been following your work for a long time. Not just anybody can do what you do. Sure anybody can go buy tools, supplies, etc but what you turn this stuff into is pure genius. I have got to find a way for my 10 yr old to meet you sometime. He gets inspired by other people's creations and that is good thing. Keep up the Awesome work!
Jimmy I love your "No bullshit, just get it done" approach to all of your projects. As always well done :). The machinist in me loves watching your videos.
First one looked like a kooky but cool idea, second one is badass but can clearly see the development ideas coming out - really can't wait for the third one Jimmy - you inspire the creativity in me!
I like this idea. The attachment point seems more elegant and there is an actual locking mechanism on the tool in this revision. Can't wait to see what you come up with for the next one. Maybe in spirit of the multi-tool, figure out a way to add more functionality to the bayonet clip, possibly some kind of socket wrench.
who the heck takes 2 perfectly good tools and hacks them up to make 1 awesome tool. this guy. the witch blades you made are awesome. I love them. you my friend are a true artist. keep up the work.
I definitely like the idea of having the multi-tool being the hilt of the which blade II, but i like the overall look of the which blade III quite a bit. In any case, great, great work! You are quite the craftsman. I envy your ability to work with metal.
Among the most inspiring and totally hypnotic channels on the web. You're amazing. Keep it up and thanks for sharing. Great, great stuff, and equally thoughtful and meticulous presentation. Makes me feel that perfect combination of inspired and dispirited (that I'm not doing anything close haha), that feeling which only the coolest stuff produces.
I've been watching and enjoying and been inspired to Make by many of Mr Diresta's videos... This one pushed me over to the Subscriber status. Thank you sir.
Way to go Jimmy Ma-Ma-Ma-Gyver! Tre-Magnifique! You come up with the best ideas...That one should be made and sold state-side. The Swiss ain't got nothin on you my friend. Thanx for the video. Please keep 'em coming, Arthur.
I thought you were on to something with the hand version. Now I totally KNOW YOUR ON TO SOMETHING. something I would consider buying. Love it Jimmy. Keep up the good work.
at first the idea of the removable blade didn't sit right with me....until you used the sheath to hold it...and I dig the way you use your equipment...using the saw blade to "file" a shape...definitely you can think outside the box. You definitely have the wheels turning in my head...
I'm 15 and wanting to make my own shed in my dads backyard for a workshop and make stuff like this, but maybe more basic, I really love this video and hope you make more awesome stuff like this!
You're awesome with that bandsaw. You two must go back quite some time. I like the lock on this knife/multi tool. The previous one looks like it fit very well but there's nothing like that positive snap that let's you know it isn't going anywhere. I've worked with a flashlight in my teeth many times, never saw it on a mill though!
12/07/23 I’ve watch this one as many if not more then the first whichblade. That aluminum axe was like the where’s Waldo of your early videos. The MUT was such a cool looking weatherman. some day I’m gonna get me a Bridgeport.
AWESOME project! Jimmy if you keep coming up with those types of innovations one of these companies will adopt your idea, put it into mass production and you will instantly become a multi-bajillionaire. (I have no idea how much a bajillion dollars actually is but it's more than I can imagine). Don't stop making videos when that happens....I enjoy them to much. Love your videos.
Jimmy those are two great videos you 've done with the knives....i've been learning a great amount on tool usage since i found ur videos some 10 months ago.. u are an inspiration man. Thanks
Nothing like getting to work early and finding a Jimmy DiResta video waiting to be watched. That is seriously badass and an unbelievably elegant solution all rolled into one. Thank you Jimmy!
Thank you brother!
I just want to say thank you for your videos, you remind me a lot of my father, always a project going on and always something to learn. A carpenter for 30 years, he taught me everything I know about working with my hands. The only time i've ever seen a repair man in the house was a water heater install, other than that, my dad worked his ass off and worked more after, still somehow finding the time to cook and clean at the end of the day.
Those are great memories, and you are part of what helps me feel like he's still around.
This guy so far is the only youtuber that I've seen actually responds to peoples comments. I must say he has some great concepts.
Thank you bro!
jimmydiresta 11 minutes for a reply...that gotta be like a guinness world record for fastest reply. LMAO.
+Arturo Atoyan once I replied In 15 seconds! thank you phone notifications!
Moat you tubers have to many people to reply to.
+jimmydiresta SELL THIS! You could make money off these if you could find a way to mass produce them on the cheap (try to keep it in North America though if you can).
Absolutely love this combination of a proper blade and a multi tool. Leathermans tend to have a tiny blade made of soft steel, but this is a great way to eliminate that problem. Keep up the good work!
Jimmy, as amateur bladesmith I can tell you: is one of the best ideas I've seen in my live, obviuously isn't as strong as a full tang knife, but neither is for battoning and wasting jobs, this join is stronger than many folding knives and those are used for skinning hunting and common tasks, don't pay attention about "not full tang, no real knife" geeks
Thank you brother !
I'm emailing the Woodcraft product managers to let them know that the Which blade is By FAR the coolest implementation of a Woodriver blade blank to date. The version 2.0 is rather splendid too. You, sir, are the epitome of "maker".
I think the overall quality of this one is better, but you have to admit, the hand design on the other one is pretty sweet
at first i had my doubts about this build, but it came together nicely. its good to see someone building stuff, its becoming a lost art in this country, doing things with your hands.
Once again, totally badass. Also great placement of the "make something" sticker. ;)
Perfect timing for the U.S. Mail ! Opened the mail 30 minutes Pryor ! Xo
I thought the first one was cool. This one, I love!
That locking mechanism has a very satisfying snap to it! I wasn't sure the build would work out until I heard that snap. Good job.
I don't normally post comments on youtube videos (though I subscribe to a lot of maker oriented channels), but I just had to. That is freaking genius. I want one. I don't know how I'd live without my leatherman skeletool! :-)
Thank you ! for taking the time to make a nice comment
I love how you melded these two objects together. One of my favorites out of your many creative projects. Not because I am a knife guy, but because of the thought process you displayed in making it. I love the menagerie of techniques for fabricating items that you constantly display. Everything from smelting to kerfing, vacuum forming to hydraulic pressing leather. Please keep doing what you do.
Someone needs to do a Kickstarter for these, I love the idea of having both options at my fingertips.
I dig it
You sir are a true artisan in your field. I honestly don't comment on a lot of TH-cam videos but videos like this are quite inspirational and deserve everyone's attention. People like you, with immense creativity and skill, are often overlooked in today's society. Thank you so much for sharing! Please keep up this amazing work!
Jimmy-
I'm 17 and I live in Los Angeles, and I started building furniture (tables/lamps/etc) because of stumbling upon your videos about two years ago. I have seen every one of your youtube videos a solid 3 times at least, and watched every hammered episode/against the grain/ everything I could find online. I have made a lot of things via inspiration from your different projects, and would not have a shop at home/ have started woodworking without seeing your stuff. I saw your brother at the Fairfax flea market this past weekend and asked him a question, but I don't think he really knew the answer. I was just wondering how long each one of your projects takes? For example the Coffin or the different tables. Love your videos, and about to go try and build something now!
if you're not listening to the "making it" podcast with Jimmy Diresta and David Picciuto(aka the drunken woodworker) you're missing out - They talk shop all the time and Jimmy usually answers frequently asked questions...
there's also a nerdist podcast with the same title - just google for making it diresta podcast - that'll do ya
Cool I'm sixteen and also like making stuff, kinda the same story here :)
I am thoroughly impressed. You've shown a great deal of ingenuity in producing such a streamline tool enhancement. Watching your videos makes me deeply regret not spending time with my dad in his shop when I was growing up (too busy playing video games and failing to impress girls than to learn machinist/mechanic/carpentry skills). Please keep the videos coming.
OH SHIT!!!! That's cool as hell! The SOG Leatherman! LOL
*****
LMFAO! My bad bro!
Way to go, Jimmy! I absolutely love your creativity, not just in coming up with new ideas, but also your creative techniques. Thank you so much for sharing your work with everyone.
Wow, that's actually REALLY fuckin' clever.
dude this is so much better than the first one. like i thought the first one was awsome, but the design and efficiency of this one just makes the other one look flea market status while this one would be locked in a display on a spinning plate. a true evolution sir. I commend you
version 2.0 is 10x better - that's hard math for me
Amazing art and craftmanship! I already loved the first version of this knife and I love and appreciate that you took it even one more step forward and created this stunning knife.
hey jimmy diresta you awesome ive seen alot of your videos and i subscribed instantly you my friend are amazing
Respect. Thank you !
Makes you even more awesome that you commented on my comment
+Dylon Lewis 👊🏼💥
Dylon Lewis
jimmydiresta I really enjoy watching the building process you go through with these, if someone were to send yoj materials to make one of these custom multitool knives would you fabricate one for that person?
I feel like i've been missing so much by just discovering your channel today, This project made me smile so much, thank you good sir! Your table saw skills were frightening to watch in the first few videos i saw, but by the 6th or so i could see you're safe and very comfortable with using the best tool for the job, This is very inspiring to me and i'm gonna have to try it out.
Looking forward to new videos!
I like the second one better in my opinion. Looks more practical
Thanks Jimmy I enjoy watching you create cool stuff. you are without a doubt a true maker and craftsman please don't stop making videos
just started watching your videos, thank you for what you do...big inspiration man....I'm an artist and a maker too, just so awesome to see what you create! btw, I would totally buy this knife!!
You wouldn't happen to be from South Wales would you?
Mad Genius!!!!!! I love watching the video and saying to myself, "Were is he going with this?" and then all of a sudden, "OOhhhh.....yup, this guys the shit!" So impressive. Great job man.
Make more blades for it. Like having a saw blade would be sweet.
This man is so clever with his ideas and the things he makes, they are all so impressive to see him create these things
Keep up the good work!
damn i love how clicky it is
+Paan Jr exactly! :D
Reminds me of cleaning my pistol 😀
You are by far the most creative individual I've ever seen or met. Love your videos and creations.
WHY ARE YOU SO BADASS?
This is actually the video that brought me to your channel. I've watched almost all of them since.
That SOG had an unscrew-able pommel? Right ending time!
Jimmy has improved it though, now you can throw the whole leatherman tool.
I saw this once when it came out then watched your speech about your life and watched it again and was totally amazed..... Again. Great job! really inspiring your videos are.
You, sir, are a fucking god
I am glad you think so. Thank you for your support!
TorkMadra Say it again!
Gerald West A GOD!!!
TorkMadra lol, that's right! Beautiful work and very interesting to watch, no doubt.
Even as a bit of a knife nerd I really love this, it's a great idea and I can definitely see the practicality behind it.
The first which blade is cool from a sculpting point of view. This one though? Way more practical. I really like this one. I would patent that shit and sell it to the highest bidder.
The fact that in both designs he doesn't violate the leatherman in anyway shows his brilliance
What is the name (brand) of the multitool that was used ?
Leatherman surge
Leatherman MUT, I believe.
Thank You
Jurgis Tamošiūnas First one Leatherman Surge, second one leatherman MUT.
T.Y.
I always watch your videos, thinking "that's not right" but picking up my jaw at the finish. Another amazing project bro!
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
One of the last of the few true Craftsmen in the world. Very impressive.
Then how about' you become one of the next sir, if your not already? The world is always in need of more, craftsmen that is, exspecially in this day, and age.
It just so happens that I am a craftsman. 25 year carpenter. I appreciate skill when I see it.
And yes, you're right
switch that philips to a allen key, the philips is ugly, otherwise that knife is sick!!!
agreed.. didnt have proper machine screws on hand Thank you
No problem, make more videos!! can't wait for more tips videos too!
By far THE coolest thing I have seen for a very long time.
well that was a turn off, the big CHINA stamped on the SOG knife.
+FoodOnCrack Yeah it's like "We need to show people the true quality.. let's just go for it, the ultimate steel, steel made in one and only, CHINA!"
+Mad Vlad not that the quality of steel depends on the country, its the way the factory does it but still.. bad experiences with china
FoodOnCrack
I've handled a lot of chinese crap in my life and let me tell you someting, bad touch hurts forever ;)
+Mad Vlad thats what she said huehuehuehuehuehue
I'm glad he used a SOG blade, would you rather he cut up a nice Buck knife?
Once again an awesome project. One of the best TH-cam channels there is......PERIOD. My favorite part of this video is at the very end when you smash both nice and in the worktable. Awesome
he talk like a sims lol
Yea cracked me up lol
Wow, just outstanding. Ingenious connection concept. Secure, but easily operated. Very nice indeed, Jimmy
Man I have been following your work for a long time. Not just anybody can do what you do. Sure anybody can go buy tools, supplies, etc but what you turn this stuff into is pure genius. I have got to find a way for my 10 yr old to meet you sometime. He gets inspired by other people's creations and that is good thing. Keep up the Awesome work!
That's ridiculously cool. I didn't know what you we're going for at first but im so glad I stuck with it
I like that you think outside the box, and are willing to destroy something in order to try an idea. This is truly the concept of "make" good job
One word...WANT! Seriously, I would buy this in a heartbeat.
Saying this guy is talented is an understatement.
Talented... i can't get enough of your creativeness.... I WANT MORE!
Great prototype and video Jimmy. You inspire aspiring machinists, woodworkers, and creators like myself. Kudos
Jimmy I love your "No bullshit, just get it done" approach to all of your projects. As always well done :). The machinist in me loves watching your videos.
These are super cool. I like the creativity of the first one, and the second is more realistic and practical.
I wish I had 1/2 of your talent. (And all of your tools.) I wouldn't leave the shop for weeks. Excellent work on both blades.
First one looked like a kooky but cool idea, second one is badass but can clearly see the development ideas coming out - really can't wait for the third one Jimmy - you inspire the creativity in me!
All the friction fit and the clicks are sooooo satisfying
i just sit and watch you do this stuff, it does my head in Jim. It impresses me every time.
I like this idea. The attachment point seems more elegant and there is an actual locking mechanism on the tool in this revision. Can't wait to see what you come up with for the next one. Maybe in spirit of the multi-tool, figure out a way to add more functionality to the bayonet clip, possibly some kind of socket wrench.
I like this new version. Looks more compact and practical.
You and your modern steampunk style......fantastic!
I'm absolutely in love with this knife. Great job
That was a fantastic build. Best knife I ever seen. Damn, you have big talent!!!! Thank You, Vinny
No words! Beauty! Born talent and a blessed man!
who the heck takes 2 perfectly good tools and hacks them up to make 1 awesome tool. this guy. the witch blades you made are awesome. I love them. you my friend are a true artist. keep up the work.
I definitely like the idea of having the multi-tool being the hilt of the which blade II, but i like the overall look of the which blade III quite a bit. In any case, great, great work! You are quite the craftsman. I envy your ability to work with metal.
Really love this design, last one was cool but this is something I could see people buying.
Definitely right up there with some of the most creative and well executed ideas to come down the pike in some time! Great job!
Among the most inspiring and totally hypnotic channels on the web. You're amazing. Keep it up and thanks for sharing. Great, great stuff, and equally thoughtful and meticulous presentation. Makes me feel that perfect combination of inspired and dispirited (that I'm not doing anything close haha), that feeling which only the coolest stuff produces.
Jimmy your stuff blows me away every time. Absolutely amazing.
WOW! You outdid yourself on this one Jimmy! Congratulations!
I've been watching and enjoying and been inspired to Make by many of Mr Diresta's videos... This one pushed me over to the Subscriber status. Thank you sir.
Way to go Jimmy Ma-Ma-Ma-Gyver! Tre-Magnifique! You come up with the best ideas...That one should be made and sold state-side. The Swiss ain't got nothin on you my friend. Thanx for the video. Please keep 'em coming, Arthur.
I thought you were on to something with the hand version. Now I totally KNOW YOUR ON TO SOMETHING. something I would consider buying. Love it Jimmy. Keep up the good work.
at first the idea of the removable blade didn't sit right with me....until you used the sheath to hold it...and I dig the way you use your equipment...using the saw blade to "file" a shape...definitely you can think outside the box. You definitely have the wheels turning in my head...
when I watched this video I finally ordered my first leatherman. You have sold me on their uses. I cant wait for it to arrive!!! thank you
I'm 15 and wanting to make my own shed in my dads backyard for a workshop and make stuff like this, but maybe more basic, I really love this video and hope you make more awesome stuff like this!
I've learned almost as much from you as I have my father, great stuff, don't stop.
You must be the type of person that never sleeps:-) Your level of creativity is amazing!
This is the most amazing thing I've seen in a long while. You should patent something like this, it's that clever. Good work.
You're awesome with that bandsaw. You two must go back quite some time. I like the lock on this knife/multi tool. The previous one looks like it fit very well but there's nothing like that positive snap that let's you know it isn't going anywhere. I've worked with a flashlight in my teeth many times, never saw it on a mill though!
Very nice work, Jimmy! I think this solution is much better than the previous one, feels more safe.
12/07/23 I’ve watch this one as many if not more then the first whichblade. That aluminum axe was like the where’s Waldo of your early videos. The MUT was such a cool looking weatherman. some day I’m gonna get me a Bridgeport.
Outstanding craftsmanship. Great job Jimmy as always. Love your videos.
Now you not only have all the tools with you to clean a rifle but also you are able to gut your enemies! :)
Cheers, great work!
this man is like making a rugs into something incredible things, such a wonderful works of your hands man, i salute your unbelievable ideas :)
Great job Jimmy. Nice workmanship. Makes me want to head back to my shop.
The first one was really cool. This one is totally awesome!
This is extremely cool. Kinda reminds me of an old survival knife I used to have that had a bunch of stuff in the handle. I like it. Looks tough!
AWESOME project! Jimmy if you keep coming up with those types of innovations one of these companies will adopt your idea, put it into mass production and you will instantly become a multi-bajillionaire. (I have no idea how much a bajillion dollars actually is but it's more than I can imagine). Don't stop making videos when that happens....I enjoy them to much. Love your videos.
i need one of these honestly, this is the coolest idea ive seen in so long
That 'click' when the blade lock closes over on the MUT... Beautiful.
Jimmy those are two great videos you 've done with the knives....i've been learning a great amount on tool usage since i found ur videos some 10 months ago.. u are an inspiration man. Thanks
Excellent. I like the first one best because of the polished aluminium sheaf. I want one.
Now this is something I can get behind marked improvement over the first design!