The CHEAPEST KNIFE MAKING FORGE on AMAZON - Is it any good?

Why doesn’t anyone like this $80 forge from amazon? In this video I put it to the test to see if its actually a good value. And see if its a better option to the mini forge I made in a previous video.

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Double bruner version⬇️

Fire brick⬇️

Best all around sharpening stone as of now⬇️
Second one you should purchase⬇️

Folding knives I recommend
Best value for the money⬇️

Best cheap fixed blade⬇️

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[OUTDOORS]

The link to this forge is in the description. I have no affiliation with this company, and paid for it with my own money. Thanks for watching🙂

[ColdHawk]

Whatever you do, don’t lick the lining of the forge. That can be deadly. Also important not to eat it. And don’t straddle or sit on it while the burner is on, or for many hours after it has been in use. Further, it should not be used for cooking food or boiling water for tea. Hopefully I haven’t missed anything! Stay safe!

[kzfittycent]

When we had our first daughter, I wanted her name to be Crystalline Silica but we went with Aluminium Phosphide, instead. I'm not sure her teachers and fellow students really understand the impact that has on her life - we just gotta breathe through these things sometimes.

[theruralkings]

Please don't ever stop making videos. Everything you say is so informative and your sense of humor is just superb. BTW I saw your vid titled "the one thing I can't talk about" and I 100% agree. 👍👍 Keep up your great work.

[nodrog]

I was so nervous I could get sick just watching. Thanks for making me feel safe like in a wool blanket.

[Killbilly]

The only reason I use the satanite inside my forges is because of the refractory element. It seems to take less gas that way and once it's hot, it's really quick to reheat your piece.

[apocalypseforge]

Well I can tell you that it most certainly holds up over time. I imagine 1400+ knives/items forged in it over 2 years. Some fluting damage now around the burner housing but that is it. Probably the most incredible buy you will ever make in forging.

[toddellner]

A place where I take classes and go to open forge nights has been using them for a year. They work great for small projects. Completely reliable. I got mine a bit over a year ago when they were still under $60. No problems at all. The Satanite still hasn't cracked. The rigidizer rigidized.

[billwoehl]

I have a hero volcano forge, not only does that ridgidizer and satanite supposedly keep you safe, it protects the blanket from any damage by bumping it with your stock when you use the forge. I've moved mine a bit and still no cracks, be a year in August. I also recommend adding screws or bolts to the seams because stainless steel likes warping. And a braided hose with a guage instead of the stock one they send with it.

[s.d.bobplissken]

The safety Sally patrol is an odd phenomenon. Out here saving lives one rude comment after another. I may have no need of such a forge but I appreciate knowing one exists at quite a reasonable price. Thank you for what you do.

[prophez]

I bought one last year and I've nothing but great success with it. Even forged out several billets of Damascus. I would absolutely use the satanite lining because it will hold heat way better and give the forge a lot longer life. It's easy and very good stuff.

[valsforge]

Good choice, in my opinion. I have been using that forge for over a year now. I have gone thru over 100 gallons of propane, and it is still doing fine. I did use the refractory that came with it and after about the 3rd time of use, it started cracking. But, regardless, that forge works great. I have made hammers and tongs with it (among other things), but still have not tried to forge weld with it yet. The company does say it will weld though.

[Owen]

I use the SIMOND STORE Propane Forge Double Burner, 2600 F and it’s only like 20$ more for more length and fire power and it has nice thick steel I live mine so I would take that into consideration when buying this although this one looks nice to

[stephenkeefer]

Ah bro Alex! I just love when you “Boom mic drop” all the naysayers and safety Sallies. You just keep doing you and you have my support. Stay safe bud!

[ORflycaster]

If I hadn't subscribed a couple years ago, I'd definitely have subscribed after this video. I've always appreciated your straight forward, honest, logical presentations. Taking the peanut gallery head-on was a new level of greatness, and I'm happy to see you're not cowering to the faceless keyboard warriors. Keep up the great content.

[pottervi]

I got one last year for my first forge. Love it. Definitely could be better but for less than $100 I couldn't make one much better. But it taught me the basics and what to do for the one I'm going to make

[vandelftcrafts]

Love the bashing on the Sally's!! Using the Satanite refractory might safe you some gas though!
And it is still good to mention that other refractory wools can be the cause of health issues.

[the_fafologist]

I bought the double burner and it worked amazing for about 1 month before the tack welds gave up. Ends of the burners will fall apart eventually but for the money you cant make one the same size. I have since taken the 2 burners off and used them in a DIY forge and it has made many many Damascus billets and blades. The coating they sent cracked away it 2 days plus I had to use all of it where they say use half and the rest for repairs. All in all it was more then worth the money and would recommend. Burners, hose, and pressure regulator would cost more then the whole setup if bought separate. If anyone is looking for a forge welding setup get the dual version. Well worth the money. Great review btw!

[OldForestBushcraft]

Im just a regular, nature loving guy here in the deep countryside of Finland, enjoying fishing, hiking, bushcraft etc. And doing some knife review videos as a hobby. Been a knife enthusiast almost as far as I can remember. But yeah, would be just kind of awesome if even somebody would watch my videos, dropping a comment or something. Kind of pathtetic I know:) (I hope you dont take this as a spam, if so, sorry in advance). And thanks for your content, have been a fan for years!
Cheers from the village of Fiskars, Finland!

[craigmcmullen]

I have had this forge for 2 years. It’s a great compact forge. AND YES, IT WILL FORGE WELD. I’ve done cable Damascus, San Mai and standard Damascus. I do not have a power hammer so canister Damascus isn’t on my list.