Can I Make A Knife From Zirconium?

Get Your Damascus Tenderfoot at https://www.steltermfg.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Will Stelter is diving deep into the forge once again—and this time, it’s with a material that’s as challenging as it is rare: Zirconium.🔥 From solid stock to a sleek, integral knife design, this build pushes the limits of heat, precision, and patience. This isn’t just a knife—it’s a test of control, craftsmanship, and creative problem-solving. Zirconium is notoriously tricky, and making it work as a full integral? That’s next-level. In this episode, watch as Will: ✅ Wrestles with the quirks of Zirconium under heat. ✅ Shapes a one-piece design where every move counts. ✅ Pushes the envelope on finish, and form Forging this knife is a battle. Finishing it is an art. And watching it all come together? That’s something you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re here for the sparks, the story, or the steel (well, Zirconium this time), you’re in for a ride. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0:00 – Introduction 0:35 – The Plan 2:08 – What is Zirconium? 3:36 – Designing The Knife 4:34 – Forging 09:00 – Tenderfoot Drop 10:06 – Grinding 12:44 – Work Hardening 13:55 – Hand Finishing 15:50 – Buffing 16:56 – Coloring The Blade 18:10 – Testing 21:06 – Outro ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more real-deal knife-making journeys and deep dives into pattern welding at Stelter Manufacturing Co. 👍 Like, comment, and share if you appreciate the process behind handcrafted perfection. We're excited to be bringing quality products to your door, make sure to sign up for the newsletter to stay up to date as we get going. Stelter Manufacturing- https://www.steltermfg.com/contact-4 The best place to follow along with the day to day updates in the shop is through my Instagram @Will_Stelter https://www.instagram.com/will_stelter/ And the Stelter MFG co. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stelter_mfg?igsh=MTJvZWw0YWRwNW53eA== Make sure to check out Patreon! You'll get your name in the credit roll of the video, and it's the best way to directly support us. https://www.patreon.com/join/Willstelter%E2%80%8B