Forging a Copper Damascus Katana

#tyrellknifeworks

Today's build will be forging a copper damascus katana! This one has been a long time in the making so enjoy! (links below!)

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[TyrellKnifeworks]

For those asking: 1) This one is already sold. I do not do custom orders because this is just a hobby and I only sell what I make or the channel. I have some knives available on my website, check those out (link in every video description). 2) Yes I'm aware that the curve in a traditional katana is from the heat treating process. I chose to not differentially heat treat this blade because it is damascus-cladded. If you apply clay and get a hamon, the steel above the hamon will be soft and the damascus will look terrible. The copper takes the place of the hamon aesthetically and also provides shock absorption. 3) The copper bond is very strong. The copper in the blade is a thin sheet over the central core of high carbon steel which is also the cutting edge. The copper brazing bond is in excess of 70000 psi in tensile strength and you'll destroy the blade before you shear the layers apart. 4) Galvanic corrosion requires the presence of an electrolyte (like saltwater). Keep the blade clean and dry and oil it on occasion like you should with any carbon steel blade and it will last a lifetime. Basically if you keep the steel from rusting, the copper will be just fine. Thx.

[jonathanpeterson]

This dude is a welder, carpenter, fabricator, painter, engraver, all on a master level. Pretty cool.

[valentineXX]

Probably the most gorgeous piece I've seen in a long time. Absolutely phenomenal.

[tcellison]

This dude doesn't just make swords and knives. He creates art. Absolutely stunning art. If somebody stabbed me with this sword i would apologize for getting it dirty.

[mossabDiae]

I'm a software developer, somehow YouTube suggested this video to me and I ended up fully watching it ..
The passion and hard work you're putting into this is amazing, the beautiful result totally reflects that.
You have my respect.

[cmshap]

Aside from wanting to say this is an absolutely gorgeous piece, I wanted to comment on the graphics you added to represent the billet during the initial forging process. That was actually very informative and helpful, and I haven't seen that on other channels.

[jockeyjack]

As a wood worker I would like to say the amount of diversity in your skills from wood to metal is very impressive. Your work is beautiful and attention to detail is so good to see, someone not skimping when there is a small flaw. Huge respect!

[goldentoast]

This is easily the most gorgeous “Dark and Edgy” sword I have ever seen. The marbling of the Damascus is sensational. The detail work on the handle and guard are beautifully executed.

Props to you! 11.5/10 on this one!

[HexLabz]

This blade looks like it could be a blade of legend. Seeing the finished reveal left my jaw down and speechless. Truly beautiful piece.

[nickthenecromancer]

I just want to say that the visual representation of how the pattern was formed is genius, and is great for helping the viewer keep track of the pattern.

[JOHNfuknRAMBO]

Most beautiful katana I've ever seen. A true masterpiece. The copper contrast with the blackened Damascus is like red lightning bolting through thick, dark clouds.

[riachaaan]

I am Japanese and have the opportunity to see swords on a daily basis and I must say your swords are beautiful.

[TapioSalminen]

That copper edge on the hamon is amazing. The way it acts as an accent line between the all-black edge and the damascus blade just looks so good.

[Xan.]

the final result on the blade gave me chills, it looks beautiful.

[jonahdevries]

If I had just skipped to the end without watching the whole process of you making it, I would have believed this is a sword used as a movie prop, or a video game asset or something like that because it looks so clean and perfect. It is so surreal the end result you achieved, the detail on the blade is beautiful and unlike anything I have ever seen, I feel like there is no one who could happily own this without feeling like it is wasted on them.

[memosyr]

Man go youtube, Man see Katana, Man happy

[rosellabill]

I like how you literally each step answered any questions by answering them before we could even think of anything to ask. Great job And you are the only person to say the Japanese names for things like handle and wrap.
GREAT job. See ya on another video some day.

[polycatmagic]

I've never seen this done before, and I have to say, it is extremely beautiful. I love the contrast between the bright copper and the darker damascus.

[hemlocke]

I'm being 100% genuine when I say...never before have I seen another katana as beautiful as this one. Truly exquisite craftsmanship! Well done!

[jacopodini]

probably, if this katana had existed in the edo period, it would have come down to us as the most beautiful blade ever created... there are no words to describe the level of aesthetics you have achieved. honor to you, great man. thank you for allowing me to admire such a beauty ..