Half the video is filmed at normal speed, the other half shows some clips speeded up 5 times. Quite interesting to see how the sandpaper removes material and reveals the final handle shape
I can remember you saying that you got into knife making as you wanted a Ray Mears knife. Yours have surpassed them! What true works of art from a master cutler Sandy.
With the last listings of process times for everything you do in creating a knife, weeks days and months, put you prices up, a top notch product at minimum wages! Sandy,dear friend, you’re worth so much more .....Cam
I have to say I completely agree, for the sheer brilliant craftsmanship, and hours and hours put into each one of these masterpieces, Sandy is selling himself short, they should cost more. If I was ever lucky enough to get the opportunity to purchase one I would be paying more whether he was asking for it or not.
It's true. People do not understand what it takes to make a custom handmade knife. Factory knives are just that. Factory knives. Not much character, not always pretty. The next time someone complains about the cost of one of my knives I'll show them this video. As always Sandy, beautiful work.
Just blown away sandy , every time I see the effort you put into your knives & leatherwork and your daily chores & pastimes 👏👏👏👏👏 utmost excellence 👌🇬🇧
One year later... I've made lots of knives, and they just keep getting better and better, partly from watching your videos Sandy. The only magic to this is time, it takes lots of time to make a hand crafted knife. Each blade is a journey, ending with the most perfect knife I can make.
Now no one will be able to ignore that a knife finished in this way contains the soul and much more of its creator , a part of his life with you forever. Congratulations on the consistency in all this sincere work Master Sandy 👍
An absolutely astonishing upload which really does show off Sandy’s skills and the very long processes of arriving at the finished product. Now to the nitty gritty, would I want another knife made by someone else ? Absolutely not ! A jacklore is not just for Christmas it’s for life. The best of the very best IMO. Really makes me sad when you see them up for sale on the Facebook page two weeks after the guy has just got it. Remember this is a huge part of Sandy’s life gone into making just one knife which is why any jacklore I own will stay with me to the day I die and is absolutely stunning and so very special to me. ♥️😊
As someone who works with wood, I love to see you go through the stages of building something from nothing to a masterpiece! There is nothing like the feeling of accomplishment knowing you did your best and that the new owner will appreciate it for years to come. From my Family to yours, we wish you all (including Carmen), a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!! Stay safe and healthy!
Despite having watched each and every stage of the various processes many times Sandy, I am still amazed at how you manage to create such perfect knives and one of the elements of that is your ability to create handles with such perfect symmetry and with such apparent ease, particularly when you are pretty much just eyeballing. Do you ever mess up a handle? Wonderful stuff.
I thought the song was leaning on the everlasting arms, lol. After a minute or two I was like "wait I know this tune." I love the shape the handle came out to good job.
Your getting the hang of this knife making malarkey. It's a pleasure watching a genuine expert at his craft. Just the eye of the tiger and the force guiding you. If you ever have a spare one for sale I'm just down the road in gods country. I have saved up for a woodlore but I would rather wait for one of your unique beauties. My SFK 10 has plenty of life left so no dramas. Just stay a happy knife maker and leave the rest to fate.🤙 Dougal says it's time for a walk.
This is why I am so ~thankful~ for your time and your hard work you spend on these works of brilliant art!!!❤️ ... My respects to you, I truly mean that!! ,,,So you know, the Jacklore Classic has landed!! 🙂 All the best!!🙏
So amazing the detail and work that goes into the final product. Pure gems that will be cherished forever. Those knives honestly have a soul in them and would be considered your best friend when on your hip or in use. Have a blessed day
This is why I’m so grateful for owning one of your knives. The effort you put into every stage is admirable. The knife is a pleasure to use and the quality is apparent. When I use the knife out in the woods sometimes one of your videos comes to mind and I just have to stop and appreciate the knife for a moment. I know a lot of your knives never get used by their owners. I can’t help but feel that some of your efforts go to waste when the knife is just sitting idle in a drawer. The comfort of the handle, the superb edge geometry and dialed in heat treat needs to be experienced in use to be fully appreciated. That is of course just the opinion of some random dude on RU-vid 😝 Anyways, needed to get that rant out 😁 Excellent work 👏👏👏
I have to say that for the quantity of work that goes into a jacklore...the finished cost is very very cheap considering the man hours gone in. Other very well known makers charge almost double. Best knives on the market IMHO. All made in a shed too 😉
What a wonderful treat in seeing such a skilled artist/craftsman at work. It is so fascinating to watch the masterpieces form right in front of one's eyes. Your shop is such a magical place Sandy. It is where a legacy of a very proud and skilled man has made (and is making) his mark. You have become a legend in the respected knife making circles my friend. Thanks for letting tag along with you while you work. Take care, see you on the next one. Please don't do too many of those night time sessions at the grinders, you need to rest sometimes.
You're attention to detail is epic, Sandy. I'm making a few knives at the moment (for me) I'm slowly working away at it. I found your videos really useful and informative. Thanks for sharing, take care mate 👍
You sir are a master craftsman. The amount of time and dedication that goes into your knives is an incredible testament to your character. That knife is beautiful. For a moment there I was mesmerized watching you work and listening to (I think) Leaning on the everlasting arms 🙏🏻
Great Video of all the awesome hard work going on the workshop. Also really enjoy the background music. Great job Sandy! Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Metal, wood, leather... wow! Sandy you are a tue Craftsman. One day I'll own one of your 'masterpieces', but until then I'll have to admire from affar.
Worth every second of time and effort. Those scales are popping. That ride out on the Himalayan worked wonders 👍 Thanks for sharing. p.s Now just give me the heads up on when that knife is for sale 😂😂
Outstanding Sandy! I would agree with Cameron. Don't undersell yourself! (I would guess ) Alan Wood would want a grand for a similar knife! Your knives are every bit as good! Take some time out over Xmas and chill! TTFN.
Nice video, you are a hard worker with good skills. P.S. I love your music. Would be nice if you could list the artist and titles. Thanks for posting. Keep up the great content. Jas from New Zealand.
Beautiful as always Sandy ! Very nice! My perfect knife I’d want from you would be a classic with tapered tang, with massa birch scales, red liners and tri pins..... I’m not far off my savings now! I honestly intend to buy one of your knives as a celebration of paying off my mortgage so hopefully some time next year! Please keep up the great work brother! Best wishes 👌🏽👌🏽👍🏽👍🏽😎
This is therapy. I made a handle for a blade made by Chris Matthews. I now realise how much equipment I should have had. Three months it took me, using a small carving knife, round file and emery paper. Doesn't look anywhere near as beautiful as yours.
I live in a flat and so I can't use power tools, I buy in ready made blades, fit my own handles, and do all my handle shaping with hand tools I use hand stitched rasps, such as those sold by www.workshopheaven.co.uk They are expensive but as I haven't spent money on a belt sander etc, I don't mind paying for good hand tools. Also useful, but cheaper, is a shoemakers rasp from Machine Mart
Sandy you're such a talented man. I would love to own one of your knives one day. What oil would you recommend to maintain a carbon steel blade, preferably food safe?
Can you use wood that has checked/cracked if it's being stabilized? I'v seen people on RU-vid fill cracks with resin then sand. Thought it would look cool.
Hello, wonderful knife and handle. Can you show us how you would do it without the expensive belt grinder. I mean with rasps and files. I don't want to sound negative but we all do not have access to an expensive machine like that.
