How Armor Was Polished in 14th Century England.

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@sam1812seal 11 месяцев назад

I love blued armour ❤. Amazing how many pieces in the Royal Armouries still have some traces of bluing around river holes and edges. The Medieval world was a lot more colourful than we tend to think it was

@gawkthimm6030 9 месяцев назад

I read somewhere that at some point during the late 18th and early 19th century, a lot of stored historical armor was re-polished to a finer polish and often removing the remnant of the original blued effects as they were sold off to collectors.

@jaybluff281 9 месяцев назад

@@gawkthimm6030 Yes, sadly. Early 20th-century collectors and their knight-in-shining armor romanticism destroyed a lot of original patinas and finishes. The Bashford-Dean Frankenarmors in the Met Museum are prime examples.

@ironfist7789 9 месяцев назад

I think in movies they don't like shiny as much because it is harder to remove reflections (like with c3p0)

@notreallymyname3736 9 месяцев назад

Same. Bluing is such a cool process, especially when you look at how it ages. I love looking at old Winchester rifles where the blued barrels turned to a brown and the case hardened receivers turned gray. Makes you think about what armor looked like out of the shop 500 years ago.

@Garblegox 9 месяцев назад

Helped to identify the commander. Just look for a wild berry Poptart.

@Nitsua1201 9 месяцев назад

That 14th century belt grinder and blow torch were crazy!

@liamwalsh3925 9 дней назад

he explains how it was done in the 14th century...

@jessicadavis4541 11 месяцев назад

The blueing is absolutely gorgeous!

@SchysCraftCo. 11 месяцев назад

I agree with you completely

@darthnerdist4694 11 месяцев назад

purpling

@claytonbailey5457 11 месяцев назад

It's so cool seeing alec explore other metal working things he always looks so excited

@ThatNateGuy 11 месяцев назад

And who can blame him!

@iamabigf00t59 11 месяцев назад

would be great to see a whole suit of armour maybe

@Garblegox 9 месяцев назад

He's so good at being new to stuff. That was one of the best parts of his early videos

@lucianosschlieper 8 месяцев назад

How Armor Was Polished in 14th Century England: POWER TOOLS

@josephvalo 11 месяцев назад

Great video!! Now you need the full suit of armor!! That would make a great series and to showcase those hard working armorers and what it takes to make a full suit of armor😀😀😀

@JedReynoldsBitratchet 11 месяцев назад

Alec, I appreciate how you are spending your time boosting other in your craft. Very admirable! Not just are we learning who makes the steel, but the craftspeoples that use it is great!

@jimcorbett3764 11 месяцев назад

When Alec is wearing all the layers with the armor, he looks jacked! That must have been so labor intensive before power tools.

@Darthsinduk 11 месяцев назад

I miss your viking sword you made and sold to be able to move. I think about that sucker often. I enjoyed that journey of its making

@nielscremer599 11 месяцев назад

Imagine a whole army suited up with works of art like this... Absolutely incredible, the effort we go to to kill each other

@Larry-325 11 месяцев назад

Awesome job. Always thought armor was awkward and bulky but to hear you talk it’s more comfortable than that. Alec thanks for doing that. Never saw it done before! 👍👍👍

@nicolasduguay4 11 месяцев назад

6:35 I was terrified to see Alec's hand inside the belt while he was close to the power switch, an accident can happen so quickly, please stay safe and secure! ❤

@blazejackson3439 9 месяцев назад

also should not be wearing gloves around any spinning machinery.

@R2debo_ 11 месяцев назад

Jamie, you're a rock star. Don't think your Dune-inspired music went unnoticed. We noticed.

@nateolmsted22 11 месяцев назад

That turned out beautifully. It’s so cool to see people finding success as creators. Love it

@tyrians 9 месяцев назад

Wow! I had no idea that 14th Century Blacksmiths had access to blowtorches and electric motors! That's amazing! /s

@nickflowthefirst 11 месяцев назад

I worked for an armoury crafter some time ago and if you’re into medieval armoury you should go and try to build a brigandine. There are lots of beautiful models and the way they work is just awesome. By the way, the Tewkesbury Abby has a wooden door that is covered in brigandine plates, that were shot through by arrows. And if I remember correctly these plates were horse armoury only.

@adawg3032 8 месяцев назад

The blueing is so cool, it made it look like some kind of enchanted platebody that you would find in a video game. Really neat.

@jaytalbot1146 9 месяцев назад

You learn something new every day, I had no idea they had electric motors for polishing armor in the 14th century!

@Leaked_Dudes 9 месяцев назад

Right? At one point they say that historically leather straps with grit or paste were used. But it's not the focus of the video or done on screen

@thelonelybolter8245 4 месяца назад

They did have water wheels (similiar to a saw or grain mill), so I suspect that may have made things a little easier ;)

@CaoticoFanegasO_o 11 месяцев назад

NIce rack with that armour Alec. I really like how efficient that rack is. All those different anvils just in their place to be used by anyone who need any of them in the workshop.

@HeleTCM 11 месяцев назад

I think above all else, the humility and respect for another's craft is what makes this video so incredible. Learning what others are capable of is nothing short of amazing, especially when you can show the proper respect for it. Bravo.

@fdiniz18 11 месяцев назад

We need a series of Alec making his own set of full plate armor!!

@LanggerDangger 10 месяцев назад

Yes! Where is it already?!

@roberta.brokaw3829 11 месяцев назад

Ah! red dykem stain - your favorite color. Very nice piece of metalwork. Stay safe.

@Ricalloo 11 месяцев назад

The bluing is a work of art!

@Jusdin057 11 месяцев назад

Amazing video, it was incredible to see the difference in an armourers workshop compared to a Blacksmith 👌

@ArmorySmith 11 месяцев назад

Good workshop! As an armorer, I was very interested!

@alexh3974 11 месяцев назад

Armplour making is really a intresting craft, greay for you to show that tona woder audience.

@quarlow1215 11 месяцев назад

At first I thought shine as possible so the sun blinds your opponents. Then you blued it and WOW. That's gorgeous. I also thought they'd do some tooling to the leather before dyeing it. Adds a touch of class. Still beautiful. Nice work L.A. and Alec.

@baukeytsma8939 11 месяцев назад

You should make a full set of blue armour!

@SchysCraftCo. 11 месяцев назад

Alec it's coming along nicely so far my friend. Can't wait to see more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Forge On. Fab On. Weld On. Keep Forge lit. Keep Making. God bless.

@miraclemax08 9 месяцев назад

strange how the title implies the video will be showing polishing methods used in the 14th century, but all the polishing shown in the video was done with modern-day equipment and techniques . . . despite the misleading title, it's *_STILL_* a damn cool video

@stookinthemiddle 11 месяцев назад

the hot blueing was SO COOL.

@donnaspear8311 Месяц назад

I still love your content. You're never boring. Love to watch what you'll come up with next.

@VestigialLung 11 месяцев назад

If this is something you enjoy, seeing you take your maximal effort approach to a gold inlayed gem studded Damascus armor set would be incredible. It would probably be like a 900 episode series, but I’d be here for every one.

@rowyeah456 11 месяцев назад

That bluing took that plate up 5 levels

@TimothyHall13 11 месяцев назад

Oh yeah!!! Thanks Alec!!!

@justinbanks2380 11 месяцев назад

So very cool to see the process and skills used. And as others have mentioned, that blueing color with the candy red/purple/blue colors! 😍

@showemethemoney 11 месяцев назад

I love these types of videos. It would be cool to see you try to recreate an Opinel folding knife in Damascus, and then maybe take a trip to France to tour the factory, don’t know if they’d be into that but worth an ask.

@HarmonicWizard 11 месяцев назад

My arms would have fallen off and melted if I even attempted this. Great Work Alec!!

@emanueliratliff4263 11 месяцев назад

ALEC DOES ARMOUR. I’m so happy.

@rayvanwayenburg998 11 месяцев назад

I think this was one of your best videos. Great seeing you guys together

@JosephCornishV 9 месяцев назад

This was cool to watch. I'd love to see the other joining armor pieces get created and finished too!

@itarry4 10 месяцев назад

Great choice on placement of the armours Mark. It shows who made it clearly, your pride in the piece and where it came from but it also has the added bonus effect of looking like a simple bit of decoration almost like a coat of arms. It's mad to think about how much quicker it is imagine having to do that with hand held stones etc....

@Myxril 11 месяцев назад

About time Alec learned how to make armor. He's already made an entire fucking arsenal of swords and -smithing- hammers.

@pauljakeman 7 месяцев назад

Love this series. Awesome video guys. Must be a great job making these.

@cleanmachine08 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for a very informative video. Wishing you a speedy recovery also. Hand and finger injuries are aweful.

@piraterubberduck6056 9 месяцев назад

I didn't think the blueing would be anywhere near as bright as it came out looking. It looks awesome.

@BlackHoleForge 11 месяцев назад

I never thought about putting cling wrap on my workbench to handle spills. Nice 👍

@OverlordMaggie 11 месяцев назад

He's got a point! I've worn chain and it's comfy like a weighted blanket. I'll admit getting up from sitting was rough but... :P

@tatertime 11 месяцев назад

I had the opportunity a few days ago to finally wear some chain, I was so surprised by how comfy it was. I really just didn't want to take it off lol

@chriseastty2874 11 месяцев назад

Let's get the elephant out of the room What ya do to your finger? 😂

@janbernad4729 11 месяцев назад

Tis but a scratch.

@BlackHoleForge 11 месяцев назад

Yeeea, armor time. It's so shiny.😮

@AdamsWorlds 11 месяцев назад

Worth watching just for that moustache!

@tbread1128 11 месяцев назад

Like his new hair, nice mohawk

@GalacticWoodsman 11 месяцев назад

Well worth the wait on this one, absolutely incredible skills showcased and the final product is simply gorgeous!

@Draco301293 11 месяцев назад

I would love to see you make something for LA in return!

@treimar 9 месяцев назад

The finished piece looks magnificent.

@KeppyKep 10 месяцев назад

That looks amazing! And so wholesome that you asked him to put the stamp front and centre

@ericluba6287 11 месяцев назад

Absolutely love the color.

@DirtyApronBoy 11 месяцев назад

Such a lovely craft.

@jeannitapearce9316 11 месяцев назад

Brilliant to see this kind of work being showcased. If you're ever in Australia, look up a live-action roleplay group called Stormglow Battlegame. We do medieval/fantasy battle and your armour would look incredible on the field! 🛡

@thef-phatgamer4397 11 месяцев назад

I’d love to see them come back every so often and do another piece of the armor till they make a full suite

@josuelservin 11 месяцев назад

That blueing is gorgeous!

@graemebrumfitt6668 11 месяцев назад

Now that was just bloody great to watch... Cheers Dudes! TFS, GB :)

@granitesand78 5 месяцев назад

that looks SO COOL

@brucemillar3015 11 месяцев назад

Wow! Awesome!

@torind2000 11 месяцев назад

looks great! well done

@thedarkknight1971 11 месяцев назад

NICE finger to injure! THAT red bandage would REALLY emphasise the gesture nicely! Hahahaha But seriously, hope it gets better soon fella! 👍 😎🇬🇧

@jongmassey 11 месяцев назад

Look at him in his little puffer jacket in July! Poor soft southern lad can't hack it up north!

@x4treme 11 месяцев назад

Please please please! DO THE FULL ARMOUR!

@janbernad4729 11 месяцев назад

Can you even imagine the work and time required?

@frankierzucekjr 10 месяцев назад

This is so awesome, love the colors, thats my favorite part.

@brasswizard5741 11 месяцев назад

I love, it was brilliant video Alec! ❤

@-hawtzauce-1108 4 месяца назад

2:25 the sandpaper should've definitely been incorporated into the ALEC STEELE build

@brianhbinesh 11 месяцев назад

Absolutely beautiful

@LycaonsMemories 11 месяцев назад

alec is right, chain shirt is like a weighted blanket for hugs

@AndyFlood 11 месяцев назад

What have you done to your finger Alec?

@chrisoliver1327 11 месяцев назад

That is unbelievable! Your one lucky fellow!

@briantimmons4615 9 месяцев назад

That looks awesome

@BraxxJuventa 11 месяцев назад

Looks great! 😁👍

@ZevVeli 11 месяцев назад

This jsut renenwed my desire to see Alec revisit and reattempt his hand-tools only knife challege to see how his skills have changed.

@Moondog-wc4vm 11 месяцев назад

Jamie asking are you going to take off that chainmail. Lol! I get Alec's reply. As a former extra on film sets I had to wear chainmail and armour for months at a time. It became very comfortable. In the off season between filming stints I would add weights to my arms and legs and carry a knapsack with maybe 12 or 14 kilos of weight in it and walk my dog for several miles or maybe a bit further just to feel like I was getting enough exercise to equal what i had done before. That was a few years ago and I don't do as much now, neither does my dog now that he's older. I miss that level of fitness. My wife tells me that I was born about 1000 years too late for my attitude. I'm not sure about that because I would miss video games and TV shows, but deep down I know for sure that chainmail and a swordbelt on my hip makes me walk a little taller and feel better even if I was never a warrior.

@MrRfoor 11 месяцев назад

What a great project and group of craftsmen. Alex, please help them with their website, it sucks!!!!

@FlooringIT 11 месяцев назад

Yesssss fresh steel. Only 21 minutes old 😂

@Eyeslayer 10 месяцев назад

Alec you should sit down and make a full set of armor and show everything including the mistakes you make while learning and explaining the time you spend on each piece. you have experience with forging so i would expect you could figure it out faster or be more efficient with your hammer work but the knowing that even good blacksmiths always have more to learn is something i've noticed as a theme in your channel showing that even years of experience doesn't make you perfect I personally think it would be an amazing series probably a long one though so you never know.

@williamstevens7934 11 месяцев назад

Excellent!!

@dcallan812 11 месяцев назад

Leeds Armoury is a great place for a visit. Nice work 2x👍

@mattb9145 11 месяцев назад

Love your videos and work Alec been watching you since the original UK days! With all you know now, If you could go back in time to be a blacksmith: when would you go? What would be your top 3 things to make using the methods of the period to make you the best stand out blacksmith of the time?

@piccalillipit9211 11 месяцев назад

*FANTASTIC*

@ethantreece8245 11 месяцев назад

So are we going to see Alec Make a sword after this to go with the armor? Series about a sword (let's be very clear, I actually like having a super long series to a project. Like I love the katana series, and the spyhander, those are some of the reasons I watch Alec still to this day!)

@LarryMiller3396 10 месяцев назад

Simply awesome. now I really wish to see Alec in a full suit of that gorgeous armour. Sir Alexander of Steele

@robertjames8220 11 месяцев назад

That is a beautiful chest armor!

@dennishillman6205 11 месяцев назад

“Whipper snapper”-there’s a thought. The world’s most expensive whip with Damascus steel handle with inlaid jewels.

@kieren7763 11 месяцев назад

I do this same type of work but with cars if you want to mess around at home without a forge 1mm cold rolled works well and can be worked cold into armour you just have to do more stretching and upsetting and more planishing and less sanding great for cosplay

@bobrobmarc.-.966 11 месяцев назад

Looks cool 👌

@gertoolmann6397 11 месяцев назад

Hot blueing colors are one of my favourite thing ✨🥹, but in my experience a lot of beautiful colours go away after putting oil on top of the blueing. So it got me wondering what is that liquid that you putting on there after blueing? Wishing best for all of you from Estonia

@eliabrunner8060 11 месяцев назад

This is exiting!

@Gimpy24x7 11 месяцев назад

Awesome!

@sebastiandaoust7836 11 месяцев назад

So cool!

@timmayer8041 11 месяцев назад

I would love to see a collaboration with the RU-vid channel DBK (Dutch Bushcrafting Knives). You could forge a bushcraft/survival knife, and they could use it to perform bushcraft/survival activities (i.e. fire, shelter, food)