Railroad spike knife made using the special tongs from Kens Custom Iron
Sponsored by: Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d
Use code "Blackbear10" for a discount on your next order

00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Why spikes aren't great knives
01:01 - Adding a twist
03:28 - Fullering the transition
03:56 - Forging the blade
05:24 - Adjustments
06:02 - Grinding
08:03 - Hardening (sort of)
09:57 - Finishing
11:32 - Completed knife

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Video equipment used in this video
Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV
Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm

Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil and Tool


Mailing address:
Black Bear Forge
P.O. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023

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Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith.

My blacksmiths apron
http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF

To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit.
https://www.abana.org/

Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/
General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/
Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/
New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/
New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/
New anvils -
Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/
Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com

Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.