#  @ninedirections Ninedirections Ninedirections posts on YouTube about in the, tools, $6753t, blade the most. They currently have [-------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCJ6xEMQkZagKNYJRqznI5FQ/interactions)  - [--] Week [------] -38% - [--] Month [---------] +16% - [--] Months [----------] -50% - [--] Year [----------] +151% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UCJ6xEMQkZagKNYJRqznI5FQ/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] -11% - [--] Month [--] -6.30% - [--] Months [--] +26% - [--] Year [---] +297% ### Followers: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCJ6xEMQkZagKNYJRqznI5FQ/followers)  - [--] Week [-------] no change - [--] Month [-------] +0.60% - [--] Months [-------] +17% - [--] Year [-------] +88% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCJ6xEMQkZagKNYJRqznI5FQ/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [finance](/list/finance) [countries](/list/countries) [gaming](/list/gaming) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) **Social topic influence** [in the](/topic/in-the), [tools](/topic/tools), [$6753t](/topic/$6753t), [blade](/topic/blade), [all the](/topic/all-the), [art](/topic/art), [close](/topic/close), [make a](/topic/make-a), [target](/topic/target), [sai](/topic/sai) #652 ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Make two for twice the price Big shoutout to Adam Savage (@tested) for this game-changing lessonIve learned (and broken) so much with way more confidence. Thanks Mr. Savage Heres the deal: If you need one part make two Why Because in blacksmithing things love to go wrongespecially during heat treat and testing. If your first part fails youve got a backup and youre back in business. It takes more time and yeah it costs extra but trust me its totally worth it. And heres the fun part: when you dont break the backup you end up with extra pieces for other projects Sometimes they turn into" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Mb8ePfWc-hw) 2026-02-07T14:00Z 333K followers, 33.4K engagements "Abandoned Projects: The Graveyard of Good Intentions and Hidden Lessons Ever wonder what happens to all those half-finished projects Well Ive been gathering mine into one pileeven though lets be honest I still find abandoned pieces hidden everywhere. If youve ever started something and never finished youre in good company From oversized blades to pieces missing handle holes and from failed heat treatments to comically boring designs my abandoned projects come in all shapes and sizes. Some are the result of wild experiments others just didnt follow the rulesor the geometry was way off" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YfkviZZped0) 2026-02-14T14:00Z 333K followers, [---] engagements "what do you think about the martial use of kama is it any good tools of the Martial Arts There are so many tools used in the martial arts. Many start as weapons and evolve in that role. The kama has farm origins but once it became a weapon of humanity it evolved just as much as actual weapons. But with that said do they deserve a place in the weapons of humankind" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hvsuR-p0zfc) 2024-07-31T12:13Z 333K followers, 83.2K engagements "Removing years of grim from this copper sword guard to reveal three characters on an unknown journey Backing soda water vinegar and a fair amount of scrubbing have brought a lot of shine back to this tsuba. Sadly I was unable to remove all the oxidation. I will need to research a more substantial method. tsuba martial arts copper sword guard tsuba martial arts copper sword guard" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3j3Tl8K2YlE) 2025-03-20T20:46Z 333K followers, 50.9K engagements "Shaolin convenience spade what is it and what's wrong with it The Shaolin Convenance Spade originates at the legendary Shaolin Temple and is used by practicing monks. Not only is it a staple in kung fu training and martial arts mastery but it also represents core values that define both traditional and modern warriors. This iconic weapon embodies the many roles of a Shaolin monkspiritual rituals self-defence community service and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Whether you're into weapon breakdowns martial philosophy or hands-on DIY projects this channel is your go-to dojo for the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=60HYBiV07Ig) 2026-01-31T08:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "From cooking knives to Batman Kunai here are just a few of my everyday knives. #shuriken Hello everyone. I am excited to share with you my collection of knives. As a knife enthusiast I have gathered a variety of knives over the years each with a unique design and purpose. My collection includes everything from classic folding knives to tactical fixed blades. Each knife has its own personality and charm. I am delighted to understand the construction of a simple tool that are produced in many ways. Overall my collection is a testament to my passion for knives and the art of blade-making. Mind" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dpc55YhM5es) 2024-02-28T05:00Z 333K followers, 12.8M engagements "Conserving an old Tsuba that depicts a small scene of history with the use of inlaid Gold Silver This is one of the nicest Tsubas I have had the pleasure of seeing. Mind you it's also the one I've spent the most time looking at. When I first received this tsuba I held off on cleaning it. Not knowing how it was made I worried I would damage it permanently. By researching this one style I have learnt so many new tools and ways of using them. I've just stepped over that threshold of knowledge; now I need to know the different tool shapes and sizes and their purposes. I can wait to start on a New" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dvus3rNJ73M) 2025-04-02T19:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Wolverine claw cleaning getting ready for heat treatment for what will be a very sharp tool I've been slowly working away at this project. I forged eight blades in case I messed up one or two of them. Im happy to be at the point to have gone down to six blades leaving two still for another day's project. The next step is to fit the tangs of these blades to steel handles spaced to fit my knuckle spacing. knife making blacksmithing bldesmith how to knife filing highcarbon steel real wolverine claws sharp wolverine calws knife making blacksmithing bldesmith how to knife filing highcarbon steel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E2SUshNTjzI) 2025-06-05T15:00Z 333K followers, 64.1K engagements "Forging Makibishi caltops from old rusty spring steel a tool of the Ninja Testubishi Iron diamonds can be made in many ways. Consider mild steel nails tied together or look to nature; there are a few trees that grow spiky growths that will equally do well. For this project I wanted to make the nicest caltrops I could. Using spring steel from an old piece of farm equipment. Allowing for a strong shape that will hold a fine point. Shinobi have made this weapon well-known but many warriors would have used a tool much like this. tetsubishi tetsu-bishi caltrops martial art fighting forging" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IequREESM8o) 2025-08-07T15:00Z 333K followers, 435.2K engagements "The Japanese Tanto in the hands of a Master a tanto was just as fearsome as a long sword" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LP7IxMpYBrU) 2024-03-19T14:20Z 333K followers, 148.4K engagements "How to fight with a Bowie knife and what sets this knife apart. Now this is a knife with three times the weight of a standard knife; it doesn't take much for this knife to do its work. At [--] lbs [--] oz add in the brass guards that are both pointed and the sheer weight that can be transferred directly into the pommel. This is a knife to be reckoned with. I can understand why gun slingers of the West want this knife at their side" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Sh_7BBDRAhg) 2025-09-04T15:00Z 333K followers, 1.9M engagements "Ashiko tool of the Ninja. Worn on the foot aided ninjutsu practitioners in climbing and taijutsu The Ashiko is a unique ninja tool that has been used within history. The Ashiko is a foot spike that is worn on the feet Originally it was a tool for combat by the ninja. Also aiding the ninja to scale walls and trees with ease. In the past the Ashiko was used as a weapon in close combat situations. The ninja would use the spikes to deliver deadly kicks to their opponents causing serious injury or even death. However today the Ashiko is primarily used by martial arts practitioners as a training" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZQCzEmOS1ek) 2024-03-05T15:40Z 333K followers, 4.6M engagements "Kunai; a ring and a sharp point. It's a throwing knife digging tool and all-around favorite" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dTiMZyQoWeI) 2024-12-23T18:50Z 333K followers, 613.1K engagements "Forging Demon Strength: Mastering the Kana-bo The Kana-bo is a legendary heavy weaponwielded by mythical demons in Japanese folklore. With hard work relentless training and proper technique anyone can harness its power and build extraordinary strength. Master the Kana-bo and youll develop the kind of raw power that legends are made ofmaybe even enough to be called a demon yourself" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fGK_12zzLOA) 2026-01-03T16:00Z 333K followers, 1.2M engagements "Kunai one of the most recognized tool of the ninja. What it is how its used and how to use it The Kunai is one of the simplest tools used by the ninja or practitioner of ninjutsu. It's a steel tool with a sharp point for digging and prying; it has no cutting edge. Due to its shape and size it makes for a good throwing tool for shuriken jutsu. With the right it can be tied to ropes to create a flexible tool. It's equally at home in the garden which can be used to pry up roots and plant seeds. I will briefly discuss the different styles and variations of kunai as well as the forging process and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gwhUYXj2ep4) 2024-12-04T18:34Z 333K followers, 22.4K engagements "Nine Diamond rope also known as Kokonotsu bishi kawa is my new favourite tool for martial arts. In the book Ninjutsu History and Traditions by Hatsumi Hatsumi Soke On page [---] there is a picture of caltrops and throwing stars. The throwing stars are tied together on a rope. That gave me the idea of tying nine tetsubishi to a rope. That way you could set a trap and make sure you got all of the diamonds back. But in making it it got me to thinking. Wow this would make a terrifying flexible tool. This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nnvzslNJCDE) 2025-08-19T15:01Z 333K followers, 2.3M engagements "Nine positions of Ninjutsu these Kamae are from the Bujinkan Koto Ryu influence Budo Ninpo Taijutsu Kamae simply put are postures for moving when in battle. Different stances one can take to defend better and predict when and where an attack can happen. Move through these postures while you practice your forms make them your very own. Basic posture is a fundamental part of all weapon work. The ability to move in all directions while striking in all directions. This is the same no matter the art that is practised be it brush or sword; by practicing the movement until it is no longer thought" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EgDTfuEWjy8) 2025-09-18T15:05Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Fighting with Steel Claws; katana kusari buki Sai Shuriken Kuani and Nekote will they work I've been playing with these tools for a while now. The Takagi works very well as a tool for receiving attacks. They are also tools you wear so removing them doesn't make much sense. So I wondered what tools would go well with steel claws: The sword two lengths of chain a pair of sai throwing kunai three bo shirken and one pair of nekote. I learnt a lot and may have found a new favourite tool. martial art journey ninjutsu ninjitsu tekagi shuko hand claw steel claw martial arts uniform chain kusarifundo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Hkm3DerxzG0) 2025-03-25T07:00Z 333K followers, 1.4M engagements "Climbing with Kunai. Ninjutsu uses a variety of weapons in numerous ways. Making everything a tool" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KBpkiMsrX-Y) 2025-01-14T19:23Z 333K followers, 8.1M engagements "Making Ninja Blinding Powder an iconic weapon of the shinobi translated as Eye-Crushing Powder This martial arts tool known as Metsubushi Litterley Eye crushing powder was not just a tool of the ninja; this was a tool of feudal Japan. Made from various materials found around the house it was accessible to everyone. ninja shinobi martial arts ninjutsu metsubushi blinding powder ninja shinobi martial arts ninjutsu metsubushi blinding powder" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PNtQCS1N4As) 2025-06-26T15:00Z 333K followers, 12.1M engagements "Fighting with the Sai is similar to using a Jutte but with greater capacity to capture and control. This is my absolute favorite tool for close-range combat Each Sai is custom-fit for its usertypically measured from the base of the thumb to just past the elbow. The yoko or side arms should be wide enough for the wrist to pass through comfortably. A full handle with a large pommel helps balance the weapon. Remarkably the Sai has no sharp edges; its a peaceful tool allowing you to moderate its impact while retaining complete controlsomething thats much harder to achieve with bladed weapons. For" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mzoN2icdW4w) 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 860.9K engagements "Fighting with the Saia weapon expertly crafted to fit its user. The Okinawa Sai is one of the most versatile weapons ever created designed to suit the individual who wields it. The Sai is effective across three ranges. Hold the pommel out for hand-to-hand combat or spin the Sai to transform it into a close-range tool ideal for capturing deflecting blocking or striking. Its unique side arms (yoko) let you attack at very close quarters while maintaining control. If you carry three Sai you can even throw oneaiming at your opponents foot or further away to force a reaction then quickly draw your" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s-UiQoLO6HQ) 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 18.5K engagements "Fighting with Maki Bishi / Caltrops: One of the simplest and oldest martial arts weapons We have records of caltrops being used in the 4th century BCE right up to today in modern warfare. Not much has changed. They are still meant to slow down pursuers. In the past they were used against humans and horses; today they are used against humans and vehicles. They are among the simplest tools to use. Which means they are perfect for any new recruit. With very little training one can become useful with this tool. I feel i need to make a new category. Weapons of Human History. Tools that have been" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-3x0h8u2Zps) 2025-08-12T15:00Z 300K followers, 37.7K engagements "How did they do it Shuko are one of the oldest tools of the ninja but how did they make them Togakure Ryu blacksmiths forged these tools more than [---] years ago. From a historical perspective I believe I have an idea about how all of the tools were made but one: the teeth of the shuko. How did they do this I believe the teeth would be rivets especially made for this tool. But I wonder if I'm missing something. How do you feel this topol was put together" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0K986acTa1s) 2025-05-13T15:00Z 204K followers, 31.6K engagements "What if I make a mistake all martial arts your mind should be your sharpest tool #ninjutsu #sword Wearing your sword on your back makes sense when travelling. Yet with it on your back you still need to be able to draw your blade. If you don't want to remove the scabbard from your back you must return the katana to its resting place. This action can be hazardous. That's why we practice. We shouldn't stay away from danger; we should better understand ourselves and respect that danger while genuinely understanding we may be taken in by the very thing we want to stay away from" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0KynU__G8Y8) 2025-02-04T17:08Z 175K followers, 11.7K engagements "If you want to stay in the shadows misdirection is a useful tool. plan to lose your weapons Kaginawa shuriken and kunai you may lose them if you carry these things. So why not forge them in a style that is not your own just a few changes The construction would not match the forge's if the tools are found. Admittedly there is a lot of time between heats when forging which leaves a lot of time to think" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=46lkrxnz6Uk) 2025-05-27T15:00Z 206K followers, 34.7K engagements "Martial art Kata. Break down everything into its simplest form and Understand its parts. Dojo Life. To learn a kata first we see it a few times by those who understand it. After a while of watching you think you know and try it. Once engaged one sees how little they really saw. But little by little each part is witnessed and then understood. Its seeing all the parts for what they are" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4rLNmVh2DO4) 2025-02-25T16:00Z 237K followers, 23.5K engagements "New Furniture for the bowie knife I want them to look like teeth This knife has been full of challenges. Techniques nd materials I have not used before. Today's lesson is brass. It cuts slower than I imagined and it moved under the hammer more than I expected. Yet drilling it was the biggest surprise. The best part is that it carves well with a small steel chisel. It makes me very happy to have been able to carve down into the brass so that the blade sits into the guard. Brass is a cool material to work with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5BWMpmjxsCQ) 2025-06-19T15:00Z 234K followers, 68.5K engagements "Kata is the fundamental practice that teaches us the form of our martial art Kata is fundamental in every martial art. It's best understood as a form. The attacker and the receiver of the attack follow a form. Every part and every movement have been passed down from martial artists of years past. The practice of kata needs to become second nature. Practice until your movement and action are perfect and then you keep practicing until it's not even a thought. This practice is a meditation. Stay with it and understand where your mind resides. Learn from your seld and grow" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5nn3NPvwpnw) 2024-04-04T15:35Z 85K followers, 48.6K engagements "Forging Scythe that can handle fighting kata but made to harvest tamishigiri targets kamajutsu Ninpo Having the right tool for the job. I made cutting basics a few weeks back. All the work was done by a Karambit with a four-inch blade. It took a while. With this addition a nine-inch blade and a fourteen-inch handle. Five times there with twice the blade awesome. This build was a test run for a future build. I want to make a battle-worthy kusuri gama. But I've made only a few sythe and i need the practice. So far i want a new style of forge placement to best heat treat the tool. I know i need" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6MJoVTlhshY) 2025-09-25T15:00Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements "Foundation polish Finished on the sharp Wolverine Claws build next step is fitting these six blades Every time I think the next step will be done in no time. And that scares me a little as I know this step will take some time Now I need to fit the best six blades to custom blocks that hold each one in place while engineering some clips for my shorts so they can have a foundation point on my wrists. It's going to be so much fun" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6tRWDu16FY4) 2025-04-01T13:00Z 192K followers, 20.4K engagements "Cutting Bails in the making Every sword art enjoys this practice with a variety of natural Materials Martil's art practice of testing. Cutting bales is a great way to test your skills and move forward. The tiniest things make a difference; cutting bales shows those faults. These reeds are collected bound and then dried. Once dry they are bound tighter and an additional layer of string is added for structure. Then they are submerged in water to rehydrate the bales making them firmer. They are removed from he water to dry. Then the fun begins. Repeat as necessary. It would be great to learn all" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=73wSrGN1JI0) 2025-08-21T15:00Z 300K followers, 38.1K engagements "This idea was inspired by old black and white ninja movie weapons. Those Ninja had some cool stuff More so Im just looking to put more sharp things in other already sharp things. It has a blade hidden in the bottom of a sword handle with a little spring clip release button. That way the word can still be used properly and it has a fun little feature that happens to be another blade" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7rmmWhM46nA) 2025-03-13T16:00Z 190K followers, 55.6K engagements "What will its name be Tekagi may be their category something that would look good as kanji The last to steel parts for the secondary handle supports. I need better names. Once they are finished I can officially move on. This was the stressful part for me. I didn't know how I was going to do it. Also once together what was it going to look like Im happy how it's all turned out. Next I will fit hardwood grips to the steel supports to utilize all the space and provide a stable platform for cutting with this tool" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7zKbsNvfxUE) 2025-07-17T15:00Z 237K followers, 18.4K engagements "Bowie Knife test cutting How well will this tool perform on a cutting bail The martial artist in me took over. The handle has just been finished. The scabbard is complete but a bunch of finishing details still need to be finished. But i need to know it cuts before going any further. Last year I forged this knife out of an old rusted piece of steel that I thought might be decent. Today I'm cutting with it and I'm very happy to say it is decent steel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8YYIHfWDTdI) 2025-08-26T15:00Z 306K followers, 24.7K engagements "Kenshin's Sakabat katana needs to be forged because how this works. Most blades for warfare curve backwards. This gives them the ability to have a strong long-lasting handle. Most importantly is how they distribute the cutting edge throughout the target. That little sweep allows the cutting edge to "slowly" penetrate over the cut. A scythe has the reverse as it's a tool to harvest and prune. This blade curves exposing more of its surface to the object at one time. This action transfers force to the object causing it to move slightly in the direction of the cut. Simply put it takes less energy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A1zR3jmD3Io) 2025-10-07T15:00Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements "This is dangerous feel this in your training. Practice like your life depends upon it Practicing the walking methods can sound and seem quite dull. Those subtle elements of movement are easy to overlook. It's easy to walk a straight line heel-toe but now be lifted up six feet in the air That dullness is completely removed with a simple change of perspective. The martial art of Ninpo taijutsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AA_FyUHfLyA) 2025-09-02T15:00Z 315K followers, 46K engagements "Let's climb a tree with shuko; in theory let's climb a tree. Let me know how to make this work I hear a lot of comments and questions about climbing with shuko. Here I'm testing a few theories that I have heard. Sadly I have yet to find one I can use in the real world. Mind you Im quite happy to have them as a close combat tool. With all that said If you have a way or an idea of how this could work please let me know in the comments. If there is one I haven't tried before I will head back out to the woods and attempt this new technique" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AD6LkkM_Bl4) 2024-03-26T13:50Z 194K followers, 7.3M engagements "Drawing out a saw bladed sword with questions of what the different parts should be and look like. I've been thinking of this sword for some time. it's a kodachi length sword with a full length scabbard. but the blade has rip saw blades just like the ryobi saw used to cut wood. but it needs more.something. I'm relying on this live to answer some questions and help design this blade" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AM80_Mt7NAE) 2025-07-17T14:56Z 236K followers, [--] engagements "How to make Ninja Blinding Powder Metsubushi one of the most iconic ninja tools Mind you this was not just a tool of the Ninja. This was a tool of all feudal Japan. With just a few ingredients and a bit of time anyone could make use of this tool to disappear" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AlM391lM4cc) 2025-06-26T15:00Z 234K followers, 39.2K engagements "Charcoal is used artistically today as it was [-----] years ago by our ancestors for cave drawings Grinding charcoal in a mortar and pestle is an interesting sensation. It's a slow process but it's worth the while. Ground charcoal is a substance we all have access to. It has had many uses in our history. It was used in projectile warfare. The Greeks used it in medicine. Some of our oldest cave drawings were made with a pigment that relied on it. Today I grind it to make a temper to heat treat my blades. I think that's pretty cool" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AuFwMZw7jBo) 2025-04-10T09:00Z 193K followers, 10.1K engagements "Never underestimate an enemy This simple farming tool is found worldwide. Playing a supportive part in many martial arts just as a syicle it's known as kama no jutsu. This scythe is a short-range tool featuring a single-edged blade that is perpendicular to the handle. allowing thrusting attacks from off angles compared to standard warfare. With slicing hooking and controlling this weapon offers a variety of attacks. Sadly unless you want to throw it all the attacks are close range. A kama user needs to be comfortable taking over the space and fighting close up. The scythe evolves into a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BjyUMePqPes) 2025-09-30T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Nekote tool of the Ninja. These are little high-carbon steel sewn onto leather so you can wear them Neko te literally translates to Cat hands. The [--] little pieces of high-carbon steel are forged and heat treated then sewn onto leather to be worn on the fingertips. These claws can rip and puncture. Fine-quality Paris would be able to cut as well. Like all of the tools they back upon your own taijutsu. In the case of Nekote they back up the [--] treasures which are different ways to hold the hand to be a weapon. In the case of Nekote Shuto Shako Ken Chin Ken Koppo Ken and Shito Ken all work well" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BuNzZrgGaqk) 2024-05-02T19:25Z 207K followers, 113.4K engagements "My Cat mask. Check out this new mold this is my first three-part mold for casting. I've updated my Ninja cat mask. With the new sculpt comes a new mold. The new mold is an essential part of this. The last Neko mask was a sad mold. I would tape the ears together to have it pour properly. So I'm excited to have a mold that is a little more high-tech. The fast that makes it so much cleaner with minor cleanup makes it even better. I also rant about Kumo Gakure Ryu and their use of Masks. I enjoy the idea of protecting an area with legend. Spreading rumours and having their legend told was a great" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CY004Rz79FU) 2024-05-11T18:31Z 133K followers, 20K engagements "Pointing at the moon is my favorite Zen story of my favorite Zen monk about see Truth What is the truth It depends on your perspective and understanding. If you know what you want the truth to be you can easily be swayed. It's good practice to clean the dojo once you're done with your practice. It's now ready for your return. The mind is similar. It's best to clean out whatever may be running around your mind making it ready for use again" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EJGu5PkQCrY) 2025-06-03T15:00Z 236K followers, 31.3K engagements "Mastering The Katana: Everything You Need To Know About This Incredible Weapon The katana is my favourite tool out of all of my favourite tools. The Japanese katana is a symbol of quality and power. It is functional artwork esthetically pleasing and balanced. While maintaining a lethality second to no other sword. Rules are rarely fun. Just the same these rules keep everyone safe and without a need for stitches. Granted it's rare to have the opportunity to work with or see Katana. Chance favours the prepared mind and with that philosophy in mind I present my understanding of the use and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FAKCWnVJeDY) 2025-01-29T16:54Z 169K followers, [---] engagements "Working in the forge today starting on a set of ninja claws Tekko kagi It's the first day of forging a pair of Ninja Tekko kaji. Steel hooks that are worn on the hand. I've wanted to forge this for so long and today I have the steel to make it real" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FBYlRKnN0Kg) 2024-10-31T08:03Z 321K followers, [----] engagements "Forging these Ninja Shuriken did not turn out as planed Ryobarigata shuriken or double-ended Shuriken for the use of Shuriken no Jutsu. I've been thinking about this style for a while now. It combines a need type a double-ended and an over-weighted center. That means this throwing blade carries a lot of energy when it hits its target has a sharp point and a high polish to slow corrosion. I've forged it from a bit of high-carbon steel I'd found. I've made a few things from this steel so far. Three sets of sai and a pair of Wolverine-style claws. I know how it works and I really like it. These" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IN1xzpQpF1w) 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Kusari-gama options tell a lot of you as Martial Artist There are countless variations of this tool. Three blade types multiple hand positions. Handles can be fully armed with steel or as few as a few steel bands. Ancour points at different ends of the weapon. Chain weights lengths and sizes of all different shapes and finally the weight in the end round square-bladed. There are numerous options available for this one tool. Those options tell a story of your fighting style. The kusari-gama I believe is one of the most uniquely modified tools of the Sengoku Jidai. Within ninjutsu we see farm" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J71q5x34emo) 2025-10-09T15:00Z 333K followers, 37.4K engagements "Ninja played mind games. Poisoning their steel claws a scratch could be fatal from these tekkokagi" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KmJuWIJVXLk) 2025-01-16T17:24Z 168K followers, 24K engagements "A grappling hook but with blades This tool is straight out of an old Black and white ninja movie This little tool is a variation on a small grappling hook Kajinawa. Instead of hooks to hold onto something it has blades to cut through something at least in the movie. Totally random information but this Hook is the second oldest item on my wall" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LllPlf4h-cg) 2025-04-22T16:52Z 195K followers, 13K engagements "Poisoin it It's meant for the enemy How will you win Historically Oil stops any moisture from touching the steel. Stopping rust. Yet clove oil has also been added as an antiseptic and an antibacterial. Making for a very clean blade. Being cut by this blade would be much nicer than being cut by a rusty blade even though in both cases you are still being cut. Healing will be easier and faster with a clean wound. These are tools of war so much thought and care should be given. One may not agree with another's actions yet the other is still human wanting to be free of suffering. What side will" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MK03kI-8Qbw) 2025-08-14T15:00Z 304K followers, 200.7K engagements "Kakute a secret self defence tool. This simple ring gives an advantage to every attack This hidden secret tool is very small but it's best not to underestimate its use. It is a force multiplier; this tool makes your attacks much stronger" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MtOvUGwFXWQ) 2025-06-17T15:00Z 235K followers, 165.5K engagements "How to use Kakute this simple and effective martial art tool can be used by anyone This secret tool of the martial artist is the kakute. This little steel band sits quietly in your hand. It's not until it's needed that it's known. It is at that time that you will need to take your action" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N8wcY_lEND8) 2025-06-17T15:00Z 222K followers, 35.6K engagements "This is not meant to go straight up a wall sure you could but there are better tools for the job. There are just so many better tools for this job. The all-purpose grappling hook isn't the right fit. A climbing hook needs to be a specialized tool for that job. Sadly it's a tool that will most often be left behind. If the steel holds hell and the rope is light in weight there is no way to send enough energy up the rope to loosen its grip. Like arrows they would be made in understanding they will be lost" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NgmQXCtvHKE) 2025-04-24T15:00Z 207K followers, 58.6K engagements "I can't do this anymore These machine made bolts have to go I want to make everything Each time I assemble this set of ninja claws I have to use a Robertson screwdriver to tighten the machine screws. That action hurts It's like they scream at me every time Every part of this set of claws is hand-made.except the machine screaws those I bought It's time to forge up some ruff-looking bolts and start making my own machine screws. The first bolt took me [--] minutes to make. A 5-cent bolt took me almost an hour and it was worth every minute. The look of the claws is perfect now By the 8th bolt I was" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NkfvelW9hXs) 2025-07-24T15:00Z 238K followers, 15.6K engagements "Hook and rope or kajinawa this simple tool becomes a deadly weapon in the hands of a master The hook and the rope are two very simple tools on their own. When you combine them a new tool is born. The hook grabs onto whatever you place it upon so how the hook is forged and shaped is important for the task. Small hooks attached to ropes were used to hold people and huge hooks held ships in place. No matter the size they all have a similar property making them useful for many tasks. Ninja samurai farmers and sailors would all have this tool available" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OIODoJrVM0E) 2025-04-15T16:36Z 194K followers, [----] engagements "Anime North [----] What a great year I made all that I could for this show. You can find many different things in the shop each handmade. Kama kusarigama Cat mask Katana Oxe-tail swords dagger karambit shuko kunai dai bokuto bokken training tools Double sided axe long sword demon mask t-shirts bo staffs rokushaku bo naginata nagamaki hanbo bo shuriken and lots of throwing knives" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OeZHJcahGRY) 2024-05-24T19:26Z 134K followers, 15.9K engagements "When will it give What weight will the metal peel away because of the pressure Ninjutsu questions When capturing weapons with Shuko you rely on the pressure between the teeth to hold them in place. But what pressure will the teeth let go of the sword The back of a katana is soft steel and the teeth are able to bite in (if they're square) but when will the sword steel give out For this test the carving began at [---] pounds" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OsoMze7oCsI) 2025-05-08T15:00Z 304K followers, 13.4M engagements "Like an alchemist I will grind this charcoal into a fine powder making it perfect to temper my clay Im getting ready for heat-treating the bowie knife. I want to practice a traditional clay heat treatment. This will give me the best chance of controlling the hardened steel pattern. Once it is a fine powder the charcoal will be added to clay to make a temper. This should allow air drying that will hold through the heating processes. its all new to me but I have high hopes" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OwfycVCGFP0) 2025-04-03T03:00Z 192K followers, 23K engagements "Forging is complete now for Heat-treatment time to black out the shop and let the steel shine I want a dark cherry red that has just lost its magnetic ability. To best see this i need to remove any extra light that is around me in the blacksmith forge. With as much light removed I can now best read the temperature of the steel. The next trick is not to look into the forge. It's bright and will change my perception of the colour of steel. I love it; I get why long ago we would look to blacksmiths with wonder. Shutting out all the light to see what they're doing. thats not an intuitive thought." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OzOEns1PKF4) 2025-09-23T15:02Z 333K followers, 30.9K engagements "In the hands of a Master this hook becomes a Kajinawa a deadly weapon for ninja and samurai alike. Hooks come in all shapes and sizes some with one hook and others with four. This one simple tool can be used for climbing carrying making traps defensive use or full-out active force. it's like carrying a small kusarigama" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RDx06NgVF9Q) 2025-04-15T16:36Z 194K followers, 20.3K engagements "Habaki or Collar holds the katana. Kenjutsu ninjutsu battojutsu iaido all rely on this sword part" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RRKlmJW_lQg) 2025-02-06T17:15Z 176K followers, 22.5K engagements "Magic is the easiest way to describe blade forging at times. The steel is very hot so lots of sparks Forging steel is always fun. Not only can you make anything you want (made of steel) knives swords and spoons but making itself is a joy. Mind you it is dangerous but extraordinary fun. This steel in the video is scorching wielding temperature. With one good hit the pressure drives out the impurities and that's what the sparks are made of. Martial arts have exciting moments like a beautiful cut while practising tamishigiri but it's hard to compare to a wash of hot metal" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RgExW2eUOeE) 2024-06-04T20:41Z 134K followers, 10.5K engagements "Bowie knife fighting and forging this legendary gunslingers blade from antique steel The Bowie knife is done. It's been more than a year's worth of on-and-off work. I couldn't be happier with it. This high-carbon antique steel hand-forged blade features a successful hamon which is bright and visible. All brass hardware and a stacked leather handle with a rayskin covering. Included is a leather scabbard with a leather strap for carrying the blade down and over the shoulder. 17" in overall length 11" blade 4" handle with a weight of [--] lb [--] oz It's time to play with this knife and see what it's" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T1z-H7O_fHc) 2025-09-04T15:00Z 308K followers, [----] engagements "Forging a Custom bowie knife designed by the people of YouTube and made for a old rust bit of steel I've been making knives for a while now. I made a video showing around [--] of my knives a while back. The bowie knife was the most asked about and why I didn't have one. I took that as a sign to build one so I asked my community what they wanted to see and that's what I am creating. The next step for this blade is carving out the blood groove on the blade" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ts9yqbGWdVk) 2025-02-27T16:38Z 180K followers, [----] engagements "Knife making this karambit has a maple handle. I love how it looks and I learnt so much making it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UOnzaQTd-HI) 2024-05-23T18:14Z 102K followers, [----] engagements "What makes a thing real How much martial history does a weapon need to be considered authentic" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WFF-osYTtvQ) 2025-01-02T16:49Z 159K followers, 13.4K engagements "Nine Postures of the art of Ninjutsu a martial art of distance Make these your own everyday stance Translating Kamae to English is tough: posture stance and attitude. This still doesn't do it justice but it's a great place to start. Each of these positions offers different strengths and weaknesses. Different ways to move and different ways to deliver strikes. No matter the martial art you practice the basic form needs to be practiced continuously to bring your own art to life. Taijutsu practce These postures are from the Bujinkan with heavy influence from Koto Ryu Daken taijutsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WRuSVokS-6M) 2025-09-18T15:00Z 320K followers, 35.2K engagements "Many rules surround the katana within the martial arts Know these rules and make them your advantage" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZePEl53Ikfo) 2025-01-23T18:16Z 168K followers, [----] engagements "Disposable weapons and tools leave them behind if you have too Is that idea good for survival Ninjas had many tools at their disposal within the art of ninjutsu. Kaginawa shuriken kunai katana and many more tools. My problem is that they are disposable. I dont like that idea. I can handle an item if lost but being disposable seems to be something else entirely" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_Y_GaFR79UY) 2025-05-22T15:01Z 205K followers, 17.3K engagements "Cutting from the draw is the first skill practiced with a sword. Its a fundamental skill of kenjutsu That practice is to be applied to all draw cuts. giving you the ability to attack with he drawing of your blade. Like all of these ideas [----] times in practice. Kenjutsu Iaido Batto Jutsu all the old sword arts pushed for this idea" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=b3x4RpzhjHY) 2025-09-11T15:01Z 324K followers, 78.5K engagements "New knife day is always a happy day. My old daily carry knife can be retired. I've carried this knife for so long. It was my first attempt at forging O1 Tool steel. LOL it was a fail right away. The blade was too hot and the oil was too cold cracking in more than one place. After all the years of work that little knife never got worse. It only became worn away from polishing the edge. Knife-making is great. These things even when broken can last a lifetime. It's like a little time capsule of my ability at that time" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cFObZmZUoXI) 2025-03-11T16:30Z 181K followers, [----] engagements "I really shouldn't but Im going to start another project Kanabo with [--] parts [--] of them Spikes There is something about halfway through one project when the inspiration hits. I'll stop at paper until my other projects are finished. I want to work on it straight out. Something like a seven-day build The samurai used this tool to smash down on their enemy lines creating an opening for their fellow warriors to exploit. In Buddhism you can see demons wielding this tool. It has a long and fascinating heritage" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ch8utal_cEI) 2025-04-08T03:00Z 193K followers, 17.2K engagements "Success the Clay treatment worked and the Hamon is visible. Time to start polishing this Bowie Knife The heat treatment is finished. It only happens once; check out the full build video which isn't published yet as the knives aren't done. This large Bowie knife still requires a lot of work. Thinking of it as a fighting knife. In essence a short sword. What a martial tool for that period" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dg40E5s_Rus) 2025-07-22T15:01Z 238K followers, 24.7K engagements "Four striking methods to use with shuko while practicing the martial arts of ninjutsu Ninja train with many tools of different lengths and styles. Shuko are one of the oldest ninja tools of Togakure-ryu. Having the steel band surround your hand allows for great advantage when striking an opponent. With these four hand positions you can take advantage of all the striking opportunities that this tool allows A properly fitting set of shuko is essential. If they don't fit your hand well you can injure yourself but the force is emphasized nicely with a good-fitting pair. Like kamae these positions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fUeiw5_rr2I) 2025-05-06T15:01Z 197K followers, [---] engagements "How to use Metsubushi Eye crushing powder. Testing four different ingredients noting their effect Wood Ash Charcoal Engineered Sand and Corn Starch Each egg only has one ingredient. I want to learn how noticeable it is when each ingredient is broken open. What distance is needed for the best dispersion of particles Lastly what is it like to break and use such tools Here is what I have learnt" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=famxwAgU65g) 2025-07-03T15:01Z 234K followers, 23.7K engagements "Tail of Nine. The knots were a mess and erratically spaced but with this fixed Wow This tool which seems to change names every time I talk about it needed to be taken apart fully. Wrapping them all in the same style maintaining the weight in the center of the rope and whipping both ends to the makibishi with waxed cord has made all the difference" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=foXeBmkLgUo) 2025-08-28T15:01Z 318K followers, 60.4K engagements "New perspective better technique focus on what you can do Ivebeen making cutting bails sice ive been on You tube. I ve made differnt contrapions and jigs over the years all to make the job faster. With practice I've come to the understanding that just making them by hand is the fastest and easiest.as long as you have strong string. Life has changed for maybe [--] days; my left hand got a little messed up and now I can use it for a bit. Without the use of that hand I couldn't tie up bales.or could I Long story short I thought that if I used a big rope I could tie it around my tabi and pull it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gDVoLe9DOBE) 2025-10-02T15:01Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements "Two simple methods to open Metsubushi be careful they are just as likely to attack the user There are many ways to break a Metsubushi but here are my two favourite methods. Mind you with each method you should hold the egg against you while breaking it open this will keep the majority of the powder in your control and make it less likely for your opponent to know precisely what's going on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h50EYRAwPqo) 2025-07-08T15:01Z 235K followers, 74.9K engagements "Is this how its done Traditional construction of Historic shuko the ninja favorite weapon I've been forging Shuko for [--] years now. They have gotten better and better over the years but they aren't where I want them to be. I feel they can still be more historically accurate. The teeth are my problem I currently electrically wield them in place but that is definitely not historic. I feel they would be riveted in place but I can't say that with certainty. I ask the world how do you think they are placed into the metal body of the shuko The next build (after a bunch of other things) will be the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hOp59ChPkaw) 2025-05-13T15:01Z 237K followers, [----] engagements "It like unlocking a new skill you voted for a fuller to be carved into this forged bowie knife I've never carved into steel before. I've seen it done but never put it to use. I asked sometime ago what style of Bowie knife I should forge. It was awesome how many people reached out with suggestions and support. On top of that list was carving the fuller into he blade. I began carving out the steel from the blade's spine with ignorance powering my intention. It wasn't long before I found myself back in the forge shaping the end of my round file to become a make-shift carving tool. The end" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i_ZUd4ahgB4) 2025-05-01T15:01Z 203K followers, 51.9K engagements "Learning to cut while drawing your katana the martial art lesson of making one thing into two things" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kY_DHzUxumY) 2025-01-21T17:32Z 169K followers, [----] engagements "Being part of something much larger than yourself The Nafudakake display the names of all members Nafudakake (name plate rack) holds all the names of the members of the dojo. Seniors are at he top and the newest members are at the bottom. There is something about a silly little bit of wood. long hours of training and practicing as the months go by. As more time goes by more members join and the board continues to grow. As students graduated their nafuda (name tag) would be moved up and when others would move on they could take their name tag with them. down Many martial arts schools use this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lBBOIyyDlvQ) 2025-09-09T15:01Z 313K followers, 32.2K engagements "Creating a secret Ninja tool Kaku-Te horned hand a deceptive tool worn on the fingers self defense This tool traditionaly is viewed as a secrit tool. Your opponite will not know you are using it well right up to the moment they feel the bite. All martial artist can emply this tool into their practice" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lVyanXJCD0M) 2025-06-12T15:01Z 243K followers, 1.8M engagements "Red hot chain Kept at orange heat to soften the steel it's now ready to be cleaned up for heat-treat" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lzYToK2n0zk) 2025-01-10T18:37Z 161K followers, [----] engagements "Wolverine Real Claw build hand-forged high carbon steel blades best modern ninja Tekagi yet I've been dreaming of this set of claws for so long Finally the day has come that I have started them and finished the forging phase The steel took more than I imagined to work but it was worth every minute. The next step is cleaning them up and preparing them for heat treatment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=odazA1ULy78) 2025-03-06T15:55Z 181K followers, 11K engagements "How Ninja Blinding powder is used. Four ingredients are being tested to make the best Metsubushi How does A metsubushi work What techniques are used to employ such a tool What don't I know about this tool Nothing like just jumping in to learn a new skill The ingredients to be tested are Wood Ash Engineered Sand Pulverized Charcoal and Corn Starch" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rOdo-lMqLzM) 2025-07-03T15:01Z 308K followers, 970.5K engagements "Imagine what you want first workout "How" it can be done later Blueprints are great but there are times when it can be tough to complete a blueprint when you're unsure of how. I'm a big fan of starting Sure you might not know what you're doing but you can recognize what needs to be done first. With every step taken question the next step. Before you know it you've arrived. Trust in the process trust in yourself" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sCN-13cvqoQ) 2025-07-15T15:01Z 236K followers, 13.5K engagements "Ninja claws heat treatment and finishing. These are the nicest ninjutsu claws I've made to date" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=se__7i1Sn2U) 2024-12-09T19:14Z 151K followers, [----] engagements "They must be much sharper if I can make these claws a matched set. Ninja weapons are the best Wearing Takagi hand claws and adding nekote cat claws supports your taijutsu. They must be much sharper if I can make these claws a matched set" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t-J28M78Z18) 2025-03-27T16:30Z 192K followers, 42.2K engagements "I Stopped everything I was doing for two day just to save time I may not have thought this through A sythe or kama is quite simply a tool to harvest crops. It has a simple handle and a sharp blade. All around the world in every farming community you can find a variation of this tool. High-carbon mild steel hand-held five-foot staff all for one purpose harvesting. As it can be found everywhere. Martial traditions have been built around the use of this weapon. normally paired with another weapon be it another kama or a longer tool to extend the range of attack. It became a formidable tool. Pull" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t4mgYbDGJ2I) 2025-09-25T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "I messed up The sword guard cuts almost as well as the blade. It needs another day of work at least My martial art Journey involved building my sword guard. I challenged myself to a one-day build as I'm notorious for getting off-topic. This tsuba is a result of that day. But now it needs more work at least another day. Can I still call this a one-day build" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uSrdnCHOHIw) 2025-03-18T19:00Z 183K followers, [----] engagements "Caltrops plus rope make-shift Ninja tools one diamond rope and Nine diamonds rope Makibishi Henka Variations on using caltrops Rope is a standard flexible tool. Let's tie off an iron diamond to the end of the rope. Would it be at all useful Well if one why not nine i have also tied nine steel diamonds to a braided rope. Eight feet of metal spikes with another ten feet of handle. Let's test them as flexible tools; would they serve any real use Tetsubishi no jutsu Ninjutsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vf4MQ84RtMI) 2025-08-19T15:01Z 299K followers, [----] engagements "Four striking methods while using Shuko martial art of ninjutsu Shikan Shuto Shako and Shitan ken A properly fitting set of shuko is essential. If they don't fit your hand well you can injure yourself but the force is emphasized nicely with a good-fitting pair. Like kamae these positions are for your hands. With the correct posture you can strike with the steel band or teeth or protect your hands from dangerous captures. The four positions are Shikan Ken Shako Ken Shuto Ken Shitan Ken" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w6z9mTOHunc) 2025-05-06T15:01Z 204K followers, 318.6K engagements "Building Wolverine Claws: The Prototype Is Complete Let's Start Crafting With Steel Part Zero- the beginning a brief outline of what I will be creating. I have all the parts ready to start. The charcoal is chopped the steel has been chosen and most importantly the design has been finalized. With all that said it's time to start forging. Next will be part One where I will have something to show. 00:00 The Beginning 00:28 This is the prototype 01:51 The original Wolverine movie props 02:43 The want these claws to be really sharp 03:09 Fitting the claws to the hand 03:48 Here is the steel we" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=woTLUm0x5II) 2024-12-16T18:53Z 153K followers, [---] engagements "Kusari jutsu art of the chain an elegant tool for the Samurai and Ninja alike. #sword #martialarts I little bit of History. Masaki Tarodayu Dannoshin Toshinyoshi a Master of Kotoda Itto Ryu Kenjutsu and Founder Of Misaki Ryu his own Kusarijutsu. He was a Samurai who stood out among other Samurai. He was tasked with guarding the Edo gate for Lord Toda. And the creator of the Manrikikusari the Ten Thousdand power chain" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y6GJCIlWUWY) 2025-03-04T16:59Z 180K followers, [----] engagements "Does it matter if the ring that holds the rope is stationary or mobile In most of the pictures I can find of examples of old hooks there are steel rings that move. But what difference does it make I don't see it. I need to forge another hook with a mobile ring the same size as the one I have and test the difference" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yaMdzhOBXOg) 2025-04-17T17:15Z 241K followers, 2.6M engagements "Enjoy the journey or you may go mad The thousand-grit polishing stone The only thing that has changed is the colour of the stone. Everything else is the same. I love that I get to do different things every day. At times I like this the same every day I lose track of time. There is a piece to it. The same action over and over again. all working towards one goal" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yr-TYPIEtBU) 2025-07-29T15:01Z 240K followers, [----] engagements "Dojo thoughts everyone is family in martial arts. You need to trust and be trustworthy. Attack well" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yv5UHbtyNqI) 2024-12-16T19:18Z 154K followers, [----] engagements "Building a charcoal forge starter's guide to the fundamentals of a blacksmith's workshop A charcoal forge is a simple tool to create. With this one tool there really is no limit to what you could make. Steel is tough not an easy material to work with but with a whole lot of heat you can shape and form this material in the most wonderful ways. This video describes the foundation plate for your forge including the firebrick grill placement power requirements and ventilation. With very few tools anyone can have a forge up and running" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-Jf63rZj12Q) 2025-11-15T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Fighting using Makibishi. This tiny little tool can be used in some surprisingly effective ways Caltrops have been used throughout history as an effective tool of warfare. This weapon has many advantages but the most important of all is that it is simple to use. Anyone can understand how to make use of this tool with very little martial training. True it is a tool of the martial arts and once you have learnt how to throw you're ready Happily this tool can evolve into other weapons. Next week the kokonotsu-bishi kawa" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1JdmI2K_PnE) 2025-08-12T15:00Z 330K followers, 41.7M engagements "Six Fundamental Drawing Technique For Iaido And Iaijutsu Focusing On Ninjutsu Forehand Grip Exercise Kenjutsu or battojustu are arts that study the use of the sword. I demonstrate the basic practice of six different drawing cuts in this video. This practice doesn't move the hand that holds the scabbard nor change the grip to a backhand grip. The six cuts are downward downward diagonal horizontal upward diagonal straight up and thrust. Each is performed with stepping and intent. For a more in-depth look at these cuts check out my full-length video releasing tomorrow February [--] [----] 00:00 Six" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1Sxz-lZiZq8) 2025-02-12T21:00Z 177K followers, [----] engagements "Is it love or insanity they have to be perfect I Im counting in hours now. The nails have had [--] hours to get to this stage and it's worth every minute. The happiest part is they are done They need only be installed in the bo staff. For the moment I can set them aside. Now I need to make a hammer that can drive each of those nails without damaging the finish. I think I will have to line it with leather. But first a little celebration before I start the next part of this project" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1eEDWA_gMEg) 2025-12-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 117K engagements "One day build I can't believe I did this. Timelines can be a pain but they get stuff done I want to forge my katana and make all the parts that go together to become a sword. I will practice each and every part. Today I challenged myself by forging a tsuba for my sword. In all i spent ten hours and had to give up on the other two holes in a tsuba. Sticking to timelines is a challenge for me. I like this just right" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2jfQ5rmtNOk) 2025-02-20T17:16Z 327K followers, 32.8K engagements "Forging a custom Ryobarigata shuriken to replace my favorite throwing knife #martialarts The ryobarigata shuriken is a double-ended sharp shuriken with a heavy center. The heavy center provides it with additional weight allowing it to travel deeper into its target. This throwing blade was forged from high-carbon steel. I've used this steel for a few other projects so far and I've been happy with the result. In the end they throw just as i wanted them to. They're well-balanced and sink into the target with little effort. Yet now that i have finished them I want them as hand-to-hand tools. I" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6QAL-q25a_w) 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, 43.1K engagements "The satisfaction of a click each claw has its own spot. Not one claw will fit in another's place Every part is going to need a label These Wolverine claws need four more handles making up eight more parts. If I don't label it now I'm going to mess things up. In the future there will be a case for this tool. With a space for every part and each one of those spaces will be covered in felt. A proper storage case. But I should finish them first" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A66UtXLuo_c) 2025-06-24T15:00Z 330K followers, 743K engagements "Tekko kagi ninja claws I tested one claw to see where it would break. With that a fun story was born" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Cdr-MrW5Vl8) 2025-02-13T16:56Z 330K followers, 2.1M engagements "2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DYOr0VkzacY) 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 16.6K engagements "Weapons wall cleaning and maintance. Weapon Maintenance cleaning and Oiling" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ETXfN5qrBgc) 2025-11-08T09:52Z 333K followers, 14.3K engagements "Shuko and ashiko work together with your taijutsu. A henka of Fudo from Shinden fudo Ryu The best use of Shuko and Ashiko is to strengthen your own personal taijutsu. Take kata that you already know and love and add Shuko to see what would change. In the case of Fudo very little needs to change. The kata is one with little movement and you drop your partner directly in front of you. This is great for when you are wearing tools on your feet as well. When you need to grab the shoulder preparing for the throw the teeth do all the work of gripping and they would add a fair amount of distraction." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GcSPqTpdgXQ) 2024-04-20T19:15Z 331K followers, 280.6K engagements "Fighting using Shuriken sharp double ended and high-carbon steel Its a large nail of sorts just with two sharpo ends. This heavy style throwing blade is great for the practice of ninjutsu shuriken no jutsu. But i feel it would be equally at home with in a samurai art due to its high polish. This little tool is a capable hand-to-hand tool with an effective range of [--] feet. The steel used to forge this tool was created sai claws and a knife. I think next I want a pair of Shuriken sai from this steel ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L1B6lgBfDSY) 2025-10-21T15:00Z 333K followers, 70.2K engagements "The beginning of something beautiful Kana Bo first step and first thoughts upon this tool Long story short it's awesome The main body isn't finished but it already moves well. thats great cause it's still quite clunky. The next step is to tape over the main body. This will help move the balance toward the handle. The steel will add weight but it will be evenly distributed throughout the body. im guessing but I bet that bottom ring has more to do with balance than use in combat. So much to learn. ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L7vI2Dj-ABs) 2025-11-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 59.7K engagements "how to Tie your katana to your belt using your sageo with a battlefield-style wrap kenjutsu #sword" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MRXfNDXz4-E) 2025-02-18T19:39Z 332K followers, 69.7K engagements "Non-lethal weapon can there be such a thing This all started as a question: What could be used as a non-lethal improvised weapon First of all i didn't think of the question as a martial art question more of a zen koan a question to stop the mind. Turns out it's kind of both. A non-lethal weapon would be one that can just harm and go no further. Okay that i understand. As there are non-lethal weapons like makibishi sure they hurt but they don't end anything. but clearly designed as a weapon. My one idea so far the Lemon hammer you only get one good hit. But if you place that hit well you can" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OV8yVFyxcc4) 2025-12-04T16:00Z 333K followers, 35.2K engagements "How to forge traditional Ninja Maki-bishi Martial art weapon and tool of self-defence Using some spring steel from the bottom of old farm equipment I will begin to forge a set of caltops. The spring starts off 3/8 wide by [--] inches long. I will cut it to [--] 1/4 and start forging. Here is the entire process of cutting the old steel forging it to shape heat treatment tempering and finally polishing and oiling this tool. Next testing and training with this tool" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PH_dWVqHlck) 2025-08-07T15:00Z 329K followers, [----] engagements "Save hours with one trick it making polishing faster and with a better finish. With each stone you grind with you choose a diagonal path across the blade. When you change to the higher grit you work a different angle. This allows you to see what scratches you need to still remove. Or in my case only do that for one side of the blade. Back to work for me" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q3CCXoeNMvw) 2025-08-05T15:00Z 332K followers, 149.1K engagements "Make it lighter Carving final shape its now ready for all the steel to make this a true Kanabo Today's work is to reduce the weight by adding a tapper to the staff's main body. It's a matter of removing just 1/8" off of all eight sides. It's a small detail but it makes up for every minute once you start swinging it. It feels like a proper tool to know. Next clean up the handle. The Kanabo Im recreating has an excellent handle. Each part is a little smaller than the one before it. Each part needs to have a round shape. News to me. That shape allows for a very tight grip on a large object. That" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QT7WMOg_Gw8) 2026-01-17T08:15Z 333K followers, 155.4K engagements "Fighting with a net Ami no jutsu the Art of trapping and controlling your target Weapon class: Flexible tool with non-lethal options Anyone can make this tool It's just a straightforward sheet bend and a lot of time. The net is one of the simplest tools for martial arts use. It's a flexible tool that can be used in some surprising ways. The net can be used to carry items or to store them. Yet it also works to set up traps. Direct use as a sidearm. Time to capture and bind throwing it directly at your adversary or just one side at a time and slowly wrap them up. Allowing you to take advantage" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XrsT8C_ZqsQ) 2026-01-24T08:15Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YNmPkozmttg) 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 125K engagements "88 tiny little knives the tang of each needs to be drawn pout from 1/2 inch [--] and cut with a chisel These little knives really are more nails but they will go through every step a knife does. I want every single one to be sharp But first I need to draw them out and cut them. By doing all of this at once it saves time and charcoal. With all the nails being small I can have a relatively small fire for shaping the heads of the nails. If all goes to plan I will place the tang of the nail into the smallest hole in the anvil to shape the pyramid. Mind you my last idea for these nails totally" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Zkrmbwg3crg) 2025-11-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 34.3K engagements "Carving the Bo staff that will become the Kana Bo My lathe was designed to handle projects up to [--] inches but with a hardwood extension it can now handle projects up to [--] inches. Making this job much more accurate. The removal method on a project of this size is great. I have so much cherry sawdust. The tools just keep working away until you can see it. If you dont see it you keep working. I feel I will be making more use of this tool but I have no clue how at the moment. ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_4HJa6dv64g) 2025-11-25T16:00Z 333K followers, 24.2K engagements "Fictional Wolverine claws and traditional Ninja steel claw kata This is the best news ever Don't get me wrong there is nothing wrong with Shuko on their own for practice. But having a change-up is good fun. This pair of claws makes striking practice so much fun. There is such a strange feeling of satisfaction in making this tool work within Ninpo Sanshin no Kata" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_8B3C9xRrDI) 2025-07-10T15:00Z 326K followers, 77.4K engagements "Ninja were Masters at everything fighting espionage sabotage most importantly Mastery of the mind Shinobi or Ninja would have had a hard life deep in the wilderness. They work hard to practice their art of living including swordsmanship walking skills balancing exercises horsemanship meditation and more. The word Ho or Po is used a lot in literature. It refers to the laws or principles of following the way simple rules to live by. In these rules training the mind is always of the utmost importance as is becoming enlightened in the ways of humanity. Time and energy are given to many practices" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_ZGwa6abGmQ) 2025-05-29T15:01Z 330K followers, 81.5K engagements "One answers tend to bring on five questions and happily at least this time a surprise in a Vajra Long story short Some time ago I meditated with a true Vajra a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tool is as close as I've been able to get to that sensation of focus. This little moment of that past experience was moving. A true vajra is in the future a proper tool of the mind. Sidenote: This is an ancient tool. It is an energy weapon filled with spirit. Fudo-Myo carries a sword with this Vajra as the handle. This blade is used to cut away one's ignorance. The mind is the best tool you have and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cE28N_Ia_Ns) 2025-10-28T15:01Z 333K followers, 49.4K engagements "What did Ninja wear And the clothing pieces that make up this iconic Ninja silhouette Of an infinite colour and pattern possibilities what is most likely the ninja would wear No matter the answer the clothing itself is based on historical elements each playing a role in daily life but when brought together it forms what we today would consider a Ninja uniform. Ninjas were a peasant class; as such so was their clothing. Ment for labour and crafting. I'll show the ten parts that come together to make the outfit including examples of peasant field paints and shirts shin and arm guards hoods and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cG3gQcN4GL8) 2025-12-11T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Zen Lines: The meditation where you draw one single line many times to create a self-portrait This is one of my favourite meditations. Each empty line is seen boldly on the page for the world to see. Within the meditation no thought is given to the line; the mind is to be empty. no thoughts of before or after only the moment. In the moment every part of your being is quietly concentrating on a single task which ironically we give no thought to. I do love this art; every question is internal and only the individual sees the truth and every truth is perfect and that perfection will grow with" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cmU9jlaNhaM) 2025-07-31T15:01Z 329K followers, 114.9K engagements "Weapon Talk Weapon wall cleaning and discussion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eRXXnbwrFpY) 2025-11-22T09:46Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Fudo Kata Motionless from Shinden Fudo Ryu with a henka performed with Shuko The art of Ninjutsu In this video I demonstrate the Kata Fudo (Motionless) from Shinden Fudo Ryu one of the Nine Schools of Ninjuistu. This is one of my favourite Kata from one of my favourite schools. Shinden Fudo Ryu is a samurai school of martial arts. The postures are strong and many strikes are used. Im showing Fudo it emphasizes the use of shuko. Using shuko (or any other tool) must become part of your movement. We don't want to be lost thinking about what and how a tool is used so we put hours into our" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ehTiP2p9W9o) 2024-04-21T14:54Z 330K followers, 11.3K engagements "Were Samurai lying or just up holding there belief By law Samurai had to carry two swords to show their position as Samurai. A Samurai is always to have a weapon and be prepared for battle. Yet Samurai also needed to attend the tea ceremony. No weapons are allowed within the tea room. A samurai is always armed even when they are not To uphold this arrangement the craftspeople of the day hid blades and spikes within everyday items. Fans brushes and pipes for example. Here lay the dilemma. They must be armed and unarmed at the same time. They carried weapons into the tea room. What side of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gnOtmHnedjw) 2025-12-02T16:01Z 333K followers, 134.5K engagements "Tools of the Ninja. Shuko The martial are of Budo ninpo taijutsu and The Shinobi art of Ninjutsu I was asked a question about Shuko; I wanted to share my thoughts on the matter as I felt it was a fun question. I have been studying martial arts for [--] years now. During that time I've learnt that time has nothing to do with one's ability. Practice is what separates the talkers from the doers. Ninpo taijutsu allows one's personal rhythm to be foundthe use of shuko pairs well with my taijutsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iD8AEVxEDaM) 2024-03-07T15:18Z 330K followers, 3.8M engagements "Drawing your katana while wearing it on your back kenjutsu the martial art of iaijutsu and ninjutsu Even while travelling with your sword on your back you should still be able to use it and control it. With one hand hold the scabbard in place with the other grab hold of the katana and remove it slowly from the scabbard while pulling down with the hand holding the says. Returning the scabbard is simple but as always needs practice. Normally we don't look while we replace our katana but we make an exception here. Bring the sword back to the scabbard but instead of going directly to the opening" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=izGRlKJiVus) 2025-01-30T16:39Z 332K followers, 113.2K engagements "Ninpo biken jutsu the art of ninja you need to practice with every martial art tool. Six basic draw styles to use with a katana. Vertical down draw cut downward diagonal draw cut horizontal draw cut upward diagonal draw cut upward vertical draw cut and the thrusting draw cut. All of these drills are done with the right hand and no change in the scabbard to help the cut" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lEC3iH392d4) 2025-02-11T17:37Z 177K followers, [----] engagements "Hour [--] of an [--] hour job but it's so going to be worth it to have the look I want Kana Bo The Kana-bo I'm recreating calls for [--] square spiked nails eleven for every side. Each nail will be sharp at least in a sense. It makes for a strong do-not-touch area. As it's a club I want that steel to be resilient. I've chosen a steel that has a lot of strength. Because of that it takes a while to move. But once the time has been invested and all the nails are heat-treated and installed it will be well worth it I'll go out on a limb; I think three more days for the nails shaping cleaning heat" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mKeqStVKKgc) 2025-11-18T16:01Z 333K followers, 27K engagements "Tying your katana to your back with the sageo is an easy way to have your sword out of the way. Wearing your sword on your back is a valuable skill within ninjutsu. Kenjutsu is the art of the sword and carrying that sword is part of that art. We are to have control over our blade at all times. With the sword worn on the back we can't have our thumb on the tsuba but having the sword upright _while dealing on the habaki) the sword will stay in place. The sageo is what used to hold the sword in place on the back the same sageo that is used to tie your sword to your side in iaido" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mzPlr9Hwv_8) 2025-01-28T17:19Z 332K followers, 4.4M engagements "Four Choices: Black Blue Red and a mix of them all Ninjas are everywhere in popular culture. Paper digital or in real life they all have to pick a style. No matter the different parts that make up a ninja uniform the colour choice or combo is very expressive. Your ninja uniform is your personal expression. What style represents you One that perseveres Ninja dressed in Black Shadow an anti-hero Ninja dressed in Blue Good guy Ninja dressed in White pure exsteamly dangoiurous Ninja dressed in Unknown infinite possibilities All of the clothing shown is made of ten-onze cotton canvas styled after" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nDsdN6_sJcc) 2025-12-11T16:01Z 333K followers, 36K engagements "Dangerous tools are fun but you might get hurt If you miss your target with these spikes there is a good chance that the sharp end is sticking straight up While training that's all fine as long as you don't take your eye off that spot and pick it up right away. In use you could throw them as traps and move your adversary into that area. Helpful to be able to throw traps while having them distracted. Yet if the plan changes you'd best remember all of those areas. To add to use if you miss or they move that spike is now a danger as well. Depending on how many you had and the distance in which" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nSn8AEnD6Eg) 2025-10-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements "Metsubushi the martial art of blinding powder literally eye-crushing techniques of the Ninja This simple tool of distraction is used to blind or stun an adversary. It's a simple tool; break it open and throw. You can use that time to apply your technique" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nk8mqEaasXY) 2025-07-01T15:01Z 328K followers, 4.9M engagements "Fighting using Kama this short range tool has a few surprises Fighting with a scythe has more than a few abilities that make this a formidable tool. Mind you it is a close range on you will need to take over the space but once you have closed the gap this tool comes to life. With slashing and stabbing available it does just as well as a hook pulling and controlling your adversary. This technique also works on the weapons of your opponent. You will have to be fast and confident and if so this could be the tool for you. Kama no jutsu becomes kusari-gama no jutsu by changing just a few points" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=umfrafpECXE) 2025-09-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 58.8K engagements "Sai are perfect close range or long its a Weapon of choice adaptable to every situation Thank you Okinawa and thank you to Karate as well this tool's home. Sai are fabulous tools all around. Easily portable good in all ranges non-lethal. control and attack easily hidden. They're great on so many levels. Making this tool is my second-favourite tool of all. Full disclosure they are all my favourites. It depends highly on the day. With so many choices we have to train a little bit with everything Sai ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vFya5JXsfbE) 2025-11-13T16:01Z 333K followers, 45.5K engagements "How Do Double-Ended Ninja Blades Excel in Combat Ryobarigata Shuriken Nine inches in length just under [--] oz in weight and dead center measuring 9/16" of an inch do these ever make a lovely sound entering the target. Shuriken or thrwoing blade have two major advantagous one you can throw them easily over a varing destance depending on weight. Second they are great as hand-to-hand tool due to their size. Being small they can be conseled. Depending how they are deploud the agressor would not know unitl its far to late. Shuriekn were just as much a tool fro samurai as they are for ninja. The art" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vRk06NTIYKg) 2025-10-21T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Ninja-to scabbard conversation weapon maintenance and questions Join me live as I dive into the art of building a ninja-to In this session I'll explore the unique qualities of the saya (scabbard) for sword storage plus how it can be used as a weapon. Perfect for martial arts enthusiasts sword collectors and anyone interested in ninja history and weaponry. I'll also cover essential sword cleaning tips and answer your questions about martial arts sword care and ninja techniques. Tune in for expert insights on ninja-to scabbards weapon maintenance martial arts training and live Q&A Don't miss" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zeKwz8Pzzfc) 2026-01-17T02:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Abandoned Projects About a year ago someone asked me Do you have any abandoned projects I confidently said noand immediately regretted it. Since then Ive been collecting a pile of unfinished steel projects each set aside for its own mysterious reason. Theres a whole mix in there: kunai tanto tiny knives scalpels razor blades kitchen knives a scythe even one a carry no memory ofall tossed into the box where unfinished dreams go to rest. But heres the funny part: I cant bring myself to throw them out. Every piece in that pile is a reminder of learning loss and letting go (sort of). Its a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bI8ShbCqR_E) 2026-02-14T14:00Z 333K followers, 393.4K engagements "Abandoned Projects: The Graveyard of Good Intentions and Hidden Lessons Ever wonder what happens to all those half-finished projects Well Ive been gathering mine into one pileeven though lets be honest I still find abandoned pieces hidden everywhere. If youve ever started something and never finished youre in good company From oversized blades to pieces missing handle holes and from failed heat treatments to comically boring designs my abandoned projects come in all shapes and sizes. Some are the result of wild experiments others just didnt follow the rulesor the geometry was way off" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YfkviZZped0) 2026-02-14T14:00Z 333K followers, [---] engagements "Make two for twice the price Big shoutout to Adam Savage (@tested) for this game-changing lessonIve learned (and broken) so much with way more confidence. Thanks Mr. Savage Heres the deal: If you need one part make two Why Because in blacksmithing things love to go wrongespecially during heat treat and testing. If your first part fails youve got a backup and youre back in business. It takes more time and yeah it costs extra but trust me its totally worth it. And heres the fun part: when you dont break the backup you end up with extra pieces for other projects Sometimes they turn into" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Mb8ePfWc-hw) 2026-02-07T14:00Z 333K followers, 33.4K engagements "Shaolin Monk's spade what is it The Shaolin Convenance Spade originates at the legendary Shaolin Temple and is used by practicing monks. Not only is it a staple in kung fu training and martial arts mastery but it also represents core values that define both traditional and modern warriors. This iconic weapon embodies the many roles of a Shaolin monkspiritual rituals self-defence community service and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Whether you're into weapon breakdowns martial philosophy or hands-on DIY projects this channel is your go-to dojo for the ancient and the awesome. The" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_306FmbwwgM) 2026-01-31T08:00Z 333K followers, 33.5K engagements "Shaolin convenience spade what is it and what's wrong with it The Shaolin Convenance Spade originates at the legendary Shaolin Temple and is used by practicing monks. Not only is it a staple in kung fu training and martial arts mastery but it also represents core values that define both traditional and modern warriors. This iconic weapon embodies the many roles of a Shaolin monkspiritual rituals self-defence community service and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Whether you're into weapon breakdowns martial philosophy or hands-on DIY projects this channel is your go-to dojo for the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=60HYBiV07Ig) 2026-01-31T08:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Fighting with a net Ami no jutsu the trap weapon The net is one of the simplest tools for martial arts use. It's a flexible tool that can be used in some surprising ways. The net can be used to carry items or to store them. Yet it also works to set up traps. Direct use as a sidearm. Time to capture and bind throwing it directly at your adversary or just one side at a time and slowly wrap them up. Allowing you to take advantage of the opening that has now been created or keep wrapping them up waiting for their cooperation. Side note: this is a test net. [--] feet by [--] feet with a [--] 3/4 square" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yEecPZp6Ssk) 2026-01-24T08:15Z 333K followers, 14.5K engagements "Fighting with a net Ami no jutsu the Art of trapping and controlling your target Weapon class: Flexible tool with non-lethal options Anyone can make this tool It's just a straightforward sheet bend and a lot of time. The net is one of the simplest tools for martial arts use. It's a flexible tool that can be used in some surprising ways. The net can be used to carry items or to store them. Yet it also works to set up traps. Direct use as a sidearm. Time to capture and bind throwing it directly at your adversary or just one side at a time and slowly wrap them up. Allowing you to take advantage" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XrsT8C_ZqsQ) 2026-01-24T08:15Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Make it lighter Carving final shape its now ready for all the steel to make this a true Kanabo Today's work is to reduce the weight by adding a tapper to the staff's main body. It's a matter of removing just 1/8" off of all eight sides. It's a small detail but it makes up for every minute once you start swinging it. It feels like a proper tool to know. Next clean up the handle. The Kanabo Im recreating has an excellent handle. Each part is a little smaller than the one before it. Each part needs to have a round shape. News to me. That shape allows for a very tight grip on a large object. That" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QT7WMOg_Gw8) 2026-01-17T08:15Z 333K followers, 155.4K engagements "Ninja-to scabbard conversation weapon maintenance and questions Join me live as I dive into the art of building a ninja-to In this session I'll explore the unique qualities of the saya (scabbard) for sword storage plus how it can be used as a weapon. Perfect for martial arts enthusiasts sword collectors and anyone interested in ninja history and weaponry. I'll also cover essential sword cleaning tips and answer your questions about martial arts sword care and ninja techniques. Tune in for expert insights on ninja-to scabbards weapon maintenance martial arts training and live Q&A Don't miss" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zeKwz8Pzzfc) 2026-01-17T02:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Fighting with the Saia weapon expertly crafted to fit its user. The Okinawa Sai is one of the most versatile weapons ever created designed to suit the individual who wields it. The Sai is effective across three ranges. Hold the pommel out for hand-to-hand combat or spin the Sai to transform it into a close-range tool ideal for capturing deflecting blocking or striking. Its unique side arms (yoko) let you attack at very close quarters while maintaining control. If you carry three Sai you can even throw oneaiming at your opponents foot or further away to force a reaction then quickly draw your" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s-UiQoLO6HQ) 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 18.5K engagements "Fighting with the Sai is similar to using a Jutte but with greater capacity to capture and control. This is my absolute favorite tool for close-range combat Each Sai is custom-fit for its usertypically measured from the base of the thumb to just past the elbow. The yoko or side arms should be wide enough for the wrist to pass through comfortably. A full handle with a large pommel helps balance the weapon. Remarkably the Sai has no sharp edges; its a peaceful tool allowing you to moderate its impact while retaining complete controlsomething thats much harder to achieve with bladed weapons. For" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mzoN2icdW4w) 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 860.9K engagements "Forging Demon Strength: Mastering the Kana-bo The Kana-bo is a legendary heavy weaponwielded by mythical demons in Japanese folklore. With hard work relentless training and proper technique anyone can harness its power and build extraordinary strength. Master the Kana-bo and youll develop the kind of raw power that legends are made ofmaybe even enough to be called a demon yourself" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fGK_12zzLOA) 2026-01-03T16:00Z 333K followers, 1.2M engagements "2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YNmPkozmttg) 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 125K engagements "2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DYOr0VkzacY) 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 16.6K engagements "Is it love or insanity they have to be perfect I Im counting in hours now. The nails have had [--] hours to get to this stage and it's worth every minute. The happiest part is they are done They need only be installed in the bo staff. For the moment I can set them aside. Now I need to make a hammer that can drive each of those nails without damaging the finish. I think I will have to line it with leather. But first a little celebration before I start the next part of this project" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1eEDWA_gMEg) 2025-12-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 117K engagements "Balance of weapons" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ys-1zpuJBRc) 2025-12-12T20:38Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Four Choices: Black Blue Red and a mix of them all Ninjas are everywhere in popular culture. Paper digital or in real life they all have to pick a style. No matter the different parts that make up a ninja uniform the colour choice or combo is very expressive. Your ninja uniform is your personal expression. What style represents you One that perseveres Ninja dressed in Black Shadow an anti-hero Ninja dressed in Blue Good guy Ninja dressed in White pure exsteamly dangoiurous Ninja dressed in Unknown infinite possibilities All of the clothing shown is made of ten-onze cotton canvas styled after" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nDsdN6_sJcc) 2025-12-11T16:01Z 333K followers, 36K engagements "What did Ninja wear And the clothing pieces that make up this iconic Ninja silhouette Of an infinite colour and pattern possibilities what is most likely the ninja would wear No matter the answer the clothing itself is based on historical elements each playing a role in daily life but when brought together it forms what we today would consider a Ninja uniform. Ninjas were a peasant class; as such so was their clothing. Ment for labour and crafting. I'll show the ten parts that come together to make the outfit including examples of peasant field paints and shirts shin and arm guards hoods and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cG3gQcN4GL8) 2025-12-11T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Non-lethal weapon can there be such a thing This all started as a question: What could be used as a non-lethal improvised weapon First of all i didn't think of the question as a martial art question more of a zen koan a question to stop the mind. Turns out it's kind of both. A non-lethal weapon would be one that can just harm and go no further. Okay that i understand. As there are non-lethal weapons like makibishi sure they hurt but they don't end anything. but clearly designed as a weapon. My one idea so far the Lemon hammer you only get one good hit. But if you place that hit well you can" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OV8yVFyxcc4) 2025-12-04T16:00Z 333K followers, 35.2K engagements "Were Samurai lying or just up holding there belief By law Samurai had to carry two swords to show their position as Samurai. A Samurai is always to have a weapon and be prepared for battle. Yet Samurai also needed to attend the tea ceremony. No weapons are allowed within the tea room. A samurai is always armed even when they are not To uphold this arrangement the craftspeople of the day hid blades and spikes within everyday items. Fans brushes and pipes for example. Here lay the dilemma. They must be armed and unarmed at the same time. They carried weapons into the tea room. What side of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gnOtmHnedjw) 2025-12-02T16:01Z 333K followers, 134.5K engagements "The beginning of something beautiful Kana Bo first step and first thoughts upon this tool Long story short it's awesome The main body isn't finished but it already moves well. thats great cause it's still quite clunky. The next step is to tape over the main body. This will help move the balance toward the handle. The steel will add weight but it will be evenly distributed throughout the body. im guessing but I bet that bottom ring has more to do with balance than use in combat. So much to learn. ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L7vI2Dj-ABs) 2025-11-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 59.7K engagements "Carving the Bo staff that will become the Kana Bo My lathe was designed to handle projects up to [--] inches but with a hardwood extension it can now handle projects up to [--] inches. Making this job much more accurate. The removal method on a project of this size is great. I have so much cherry sawdust. The tools just keep working away until you can see it. If you dont see it you keep working. I feel I will be making more use of this tool but I have no clue how at the moment. ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_4HJa6dv64g) 2025-11-25T16:00Z 333K followers, 24.2K engagements "Weapon Talk Weapon wall cleaning and discussion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eRXXnbwrFpY) 2025-11-22T09:46Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "88 tiny little knives the tang of each needs to be drawn pout from 1/2 inch [--] and cut with a chisel These little knives really are more nails but they will go through every step a knife does. I want every single one to be sharp But first I need to draw them out and cut them. By doing all of this at once it saves time and charcoal. With all the nails being small I can have a relatively small fire for shaping the heads of the nails. If all goes to plan I will place the tang of the nail into the smallest hole in the anvil to shape the pyramid. Mind you my last idea for these nails totally" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Zkrmbwg3crg) 2025-11-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 34.3K engagements "Hour [--] of an [--] hour job but it's so going to be worth it to have the look I want Kana Bo The Kana-bo I'm recreating calls for [--] square spiked nails eleven for every side. Each nail will be sharp at least in a sense. It makes for a strong do-not-touch area. As it's a club I want that steel to be resilient. I've chosen a steel that has a lot of strength. Because of that it takes a while to move. But once the time has been invested and all the nails are heat-treated and installed it will be well worth it I'll go out on a limb; I think three more days for the nails shaping cleaning heat" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mKeqStVKKgc) 2025-11-18T16:01Z 333K followers, 27K engagements "Building a charcoal forge starter's guide to the fundamentals of a blacksmith's workshop A charcoal forge is a simple tool to create. With this one tool there really is no limit to what you could make. Steel is tough not an easy material to work with but with a whole lot of heat you can shape and form this material in the most wonderful ways. This video describes the foundation plate for your forge including the firebrick grill placement power requirements and ventilation. With very few tools anyone can have a forge up and running" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-Jf63rZj12Q) 2025-11-15T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Sai are perfect close range or long its a Weapon of choice adaptable to every situation Thank you Okinawa and thank you to Karate as well this tool's home. Sai are fabulous tools all around. Easily portable good in all ranges non-lethal. control and attack easily hidden. They're great on so many levels. Making this tool is my second-favourite tool of all. Full disclosure they are all my favourites. It depends highly on the day. With so many choices we have to train a little bit with everything Sai ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vFya5JXsfbE) 2025-11-13T16:01Z 333K followers, 45.5K engagements "Ten Mon no jutsu Taking advantage of weather conditions Ten mon or Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere (simply put).IS rain on its way When will the wind change direction Will it be dry this year All the questions that could make or break a season let alone a battle. To practice the weather you must observe the world around you. How would you describe the blue in the sky It's like a Zen koan a sentence meant to stop the mind. A part of this is to know when to sit still and peacefully observe this is ninjutsu ninjitsu ninjitsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YOngFI7Lm40) 2025-11-11T16:00Z 333K followers, 10.3K engagements "Weapons wall cleaning and maintance. Weapon Maintenance cleaning and Oiling" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ETXfN5qrBgc) 2025-11-08T09:52Z 333K followers, 14.3K engagements "Live highlight Weapon Maintenance cleaning and Oiling" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1zrYkxxWHLE) 2025-11-07T22:54Z 333K followers, 12.6K engagements "Fail I focus on the look of the polish and not the feel of the edge Mind you I'm not going to change them; they look great. If I were to make them again I would put just as fine a polish as these. But it does mean I want new ones made like all my other shuriken forged to size and shape and cleaned up just to make them sharp. Shuriken no Jutsu ninjitsu ninjitsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UIjmVWcTZzc) 2025-11-06T16:00Z 333K followers, 678.5K engagements "How do you carry these Shuriken a simple case just doesn't cut it. Thank you to (I'm sorry I didn't write your name down) for the great idea to hide shuriken in a writing brush case. But not just in the case but in the brushes as well. This one will be fun to build I practice Shodo the way of the brush so having an extra-heavy brush is perfect. Thank you for the idea Sorry I didn't write your name down. What other period objects could be hidden in everyday items" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CAmoqnyAQMM) 2025-11-04T16:00Z 333K followers, 25.9K engagements "Dangerous tools are fun but you might get hurt If you miss your target with these spikes there is a good chance that the sharp end is sticking straight up While training that's all fine as long as you don't take your eye off that spot and pick it up right away. In use you could throw them as traps and move your adversary into that area. Helpful to be able to throw traps while having them distracted. Yet if the plan changes you'd best remember all of those areas. To add to use if you miss or they move that spike is now a danger as well. Depending on how many you had and the distance in which" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nSn8AEnD6Eg) 2025-10-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements "One answers tend to bring on five questions and happily at least this time a surprise in a Vajra Long story short Some time ago I meditated with a true Vajra a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tool is as close as I've been able to get to that sensation of focus. This little moment of that past experience was moving. A true vajra is in the future a proper tool of the mind. Sidenote: This is an ancient tool. It is an energy weapon filled with spirit. Fudo-Myo carries a sword with this Vajra as the handle. This blade is used to cut away one's ignorance. The mind is the best tool you have and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cE28N_Ia_Ns) 2025-10-28T15:01Z 333K followers, 49.4K engagements "Weapons wall cleaning day and a bit of brainstorming All the tools on the weapons wall need to be cleaned and oiled. It's a great way to discuss these tools from a different perspective. I would also like to brainstorm T-shirt graphic ideas that would be representative of Nine Directions because As of today T-shirts are available in all sizes Please follow the link if you want to wear the Nine Directions Mon. https://ninedirections.dashery.com From today until Halloween of [----] there is a sale on all items" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XFwQPBhqOIg) 2025-10-25T08:13Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Live highlight All the tools on the weapons wall need to be cleaned and oiled. It's a great way to discuss these tools from a different perspective. I would also like to brainstorm T-shirt graphic ideas that would be representative of Nine Directions because As of today T-shirts are available in all sizes Please follow the link if you want to wear the Nine Directions Mon. https://ninedirections.dashery.com From today until Halloween of [----] there is a sale on all items" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4Ok313ZJJp4) 2025-10-25T07:00Z 333K followers, 20.4K engagements "Tradition VS Modern is one better than another Shuriken Jutsu lift up your hand lift up your middle finger and touch your ring and index finger together and naturally fold your thumb closed center of your hand. This is the posture to hold a throwing blade in a traditional way. Martial artist of NInjutsu and ninpo will recognize this postuire as So ken three finger strike with but one diffrence the thumb holds down your pinky witch is also folded closed in the plam of your hand. And the pinch meathod. When throwing from the blade you need to pinch or your getting cut. I refer to thsi as a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Sm8LyUqQw94) 2025-10-23T15:00Z 333K followers, 574.7K engagements "How Do Double-Ended Ninja Blades Excel in Combat Ryobarigata Shuriken Nine inches in length just under [--] oz in weight and dead center measuring 9/16" of an inch do these ever make a lovely sound entering the target. Shuriken or thrwoing blade have two major advantagous one you can throw them easily over a varing destance depending on weight. Second they are great as hand-to-hand tool due to their size. Being small they can be conseled. Depending how they are deploud the agressor would not know unitl its far to late. Shuriekn were just as much a tool fro samurai as they are for ninja. The art" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vRk06NTIYKg) 2025-10-21T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Fighting using Shuriken sharp double ended and high-carbon steel Its a large nail of sorts just with two sharpo ends. This heavy style throwing blade is great for the practice of ninjutsu shuriken no jutsu. But i feel it would be equally at home with in a samurai art due to its high polish. This little tool is a capable hand-to-hand tool with an effective range of [--] feet. The steel used to forge this tool was created sai claws and a knife. I think next I want a pair of Shuriken sai from this steel ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=L1B6lgBfDSY) 2025-10-21T15:00Z 333K followers, 70.2K engagements "Forging these Ninja Shuriken did not turn out as planed Ryobarigata shuriken or double-ended Shuriken for the use of Shuriken no Jutsu. I've been thinking about this style for a while now. It combines a need type a double-ended and an over-weighted center. That means this throwing blade carries a lot of energy when it hits its target has a sharp point and a high polish to slow corrosion. I've forged it from a bit of high-carbon steel I'd found. I've made a few things from this steel so far. Three sets of sai and a pair of Wolverine-style claws. I know how it works and I really like it. These" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IN1xzpQpF1w) 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Forging a custom Ryobarigata shuriken to replace my favorite throwing knife #martialarts The ryobarigata shuriken is a double-ended sharp shuriken with a heavy center. The heavy center provides it with additional weight allowing it to travel deeper into its target. This throwing blade was forged from high-carbon steel. I've used this steel for a few other projects so far and I've been happy with the result. In the end they throw just as i wanted them to. They're well-balanced and sink into the target with little effort. Yet now that i have finished them I want them as hand-to-hand tools. I" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6QAL-q25a_w) 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, 43.1K engagements "Foldable Scythe who used them and Why In a period of only a select few were allowed to own and carry weapons what's the deal with a foldable Kama Why and to what purpose I feel it's safely left the idea of being used as a farming tool; at this point it is a weapon. What an interesting conselable tool. Ninja could have made good use of this tool while being concealed as a monk well hidden within the robes. It's an interesting tool as there are a few similar items. ninjitsu ninjitsu" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S6jQnihy-hU) 2025-10-14T15:00Z 333K followers, 55.4K engagements "Kusari-gama options tell a lot of you as Martial Artist There are countless variations of this tool. Three blade types multiple hand positions. Handles can be fully armed with steel or as few as a few steel bands. Ancour points at different ends of the weapon. Chain weights lengths and sizes of all different shapes and finally the weight in the end round square-bladed. There are numerous options available for this one tool. Those options tell a story of your fighting style. The kusari-gama I believe is one of the most uniquely modified tools of the Sengoku Jidai. Within ninjutsu we see farm" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J71q5x34emo) 2025-10-09T15:00Z 333K followers, 37.4K engagements "Kenshin's Sakabat katana needs to be forged because how this works. Most blades for warfare curve backwards. This gives them the ability to have a strong long-lasting handle. Most importantly is how they distribute the cutting edge throughout the target. That little sweep allows the cutting edge to "slowly" penetrate over the cut. A scythe has the reverse as it's a tool to harvest and prune. This blade curves exposing more of its surface to the object at one time. This action transfers force to the object causing it to move slightly in the direction of the cut. Simply put it takes less energy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A1zR3jmD3Io) 2025-10-07T15:00Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements "New perspective better technique focus on what you can do Ivebeen making cutting bails sice ive been on You tube. I ve made differnt contrapions and jigs over the years all to make the job faster. With practice I've come to the understanding that just making them by hand is the fastest and easiest.as long as you have strong string. Life has changed for maybe [--] days; my left hand got a little messed up and now I can use it for a bit. Without the use of that hand I couldn't tie up bales.or could I Long story short I thought that if I used a big rope I could tie it around my tabi and pull it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gDVoLe9DOBE) 2025-10-02T15:01Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements "Fighting using Kama this short range tool has a few surprises Fighting with a scythe has more than a few abilities that make this a formidable tool. Mind you it is a close range on you will need to take over the space but once you have closed the gap this tool comes to life. With slashing and stabbing available it does just as well as a hook pulling and controlling your adversary. This technique also works on the weapons of your opponent. You will have to be fast and confident and if so this could be the tool for you. Kama no jutsu becomes kusari-gama no jutsu by changing just a few points" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=umfrafpECXE) 2025-09-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 58.8K engagements "Never underestimate an enemy This simple farming tool is found worldwide. Playing a supportive part in many martial arts just as a syicle it's known as kama no jutsu. This scythe is a short-range tool featuring a single-edged blade that is perpendicular to the handle. allowing thrusting attacks from off angles compared to standard warfare. With slicing hooking and controlling this weapon offers a variety of attacks. Sadly unless you want to throw it all the attacks are close range. A kama user needs to be comfortable taking over the space and fighting close up. The scythe evolves into a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BjyUMePqPes) 2025-09-30T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "I Stopped everything I was doing for two day just to save time I may not have thought this through A sythe or kama is quite simply a tool to harvest crops. It has a simple handle and a sharp blade. All around the world in every farming community you can find a variation of this tool. High-carbon mild steel hand-held five-foot staff all for one purpose harvesting. As it can be found everywhere. Martial traditions have been built around the use of this weapon. normally paired with another weapon be it another kama or a longer tool to extend the range of attack. It became a formidable tool. Pull" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t4mgYbDGJ2I) 2025-09-25T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements "Forging Scythe that can handle fighting kata but made to harvest tamishigiri targets kamajutsu Ninpo Having the right tool for the job. I made cutting basics a few weeks back. All the work was done by a Karambit with a four-inch blade. It took a while. With this addition a nine-inch blade and a fourteen-inch handle. Five times there with twice the blade awesome. This build was a test run for a future build. I want to make a battle-worthy kusuri gama. But I've made only a few sythe and i need the practice. So far i want a new style of forge placement to best heat treat the tool. I know i need" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6MJoVTlhshY) 2025-09-25T15:00Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements "Forging is complete now for Heat-treatment time to black out the shop and let the steel shine I want a dark cherry red that has just lost its magnetic ability. To best see this i need to remove any extra light that is around me in the blacksmith forge. With as much light removed I can now best read the temperature of the steel. The next trick is not to look into the forge. It's bright and will change my perception of the colour of steel. I love it; I get why long ago we would look to blacksmiths with wonder. Shutting out all the light to see what they're doing. thats not an intuitive thought." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OzOEns1PKF4) 2025-09-23T15:02Z 333K followers, 30.9K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Make two for twice the price Big shoutout to Adam Savage (@tested) for this game-changing lessonIve learned (and broken) so much with way more confidence. Thanks Mr. Savage Heres the deal: If you need one part make two Why Because in blacksmithing things love to go wrongespecially during heat treat and testing. If your first part fails youve got a backup and youre back in business. It takes more time and yeah it costs extra but trust me its totally worth it. And heres the fun part: when you dont break the backup you end up with extra pieces for other projects Sometimes they turn into"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T14:00Z 333K followers, 33.4K engagements
"Abandoned Projects: The Graveyard of Good Intentions and Hidden Lessons Ever wonder what happens to all those half-finished projects Well Ive been gathering mine into one pileeven though lets be honest I still find abandoned pieces hidden everywhere. If youve ever started something and never finished youre in good company From oversized blades to pieces missing handle holes and from failed heat treatments to comically boring designs my abandoned projects come in all shapes and sizes. Some are the result of wild experiments others just didnt follow the rulesor the geometry was way off"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T14:00Z 333K followers, [---] engagements
"what do you think about the martial use of kama is it any good tools of the Martial Arts There are so many tools used in the martial arts. Many start as weapons and evolve in that role. The kama has farm origins but once it became a weapon of humanity it evolved just as much as actual weapons. But with that said do they deserve a place in the weapons of humankind"
YouTube Link 2024-07-31T12:13Z 333K followers, 83.2K engagements
"Removing years of grim from this copper sword guard to reveal three characters on an unknown journey Backing soda water vinegar and a fair amount of scrubbing have brought a lot of shine back to this tsuba. Sadly I was unable to remove all the oxidation. I will need to research a more substantial method. tsuba martial arts copper sword guard tsuba martial arts copper sword guard"
YouTube Link 2025-03-20T20:46Z 333K followers, 50.9K engagements
"Shaolin convenience spade what is it and what's wrong with it The Shaolin Convenance Spade originates at the legendary Shaolin Temple and is used by practicing monks. Not only is it a staple in kung fu training and martial arts mastery but it also represents core values that define both traditional and modern warriors. This iconic weapon embodies the many roles of a Shaolin monkspiritual rituals self-defence community service and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Whether you're into weapon breakdowns martial philosophy or hands-on DIY projects this channel is your go-to dojo for the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T08:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"From cooking knives to Batman Kunai here are just a few of my everyday knives. #shuriken Hello everyone. I am excited to share with you my collection of knives. As a knife enthusiast I have gathered a variety of knives over the years each with a unique design and purpose. My collection includes everything from classic folding knives to tactical fixed blades. Each knife has its own personality and charm. I am delighted to understand the construction of a simple tool that are produced in many ways. Overall my collection is a testament to my passion for knives and the art of blade-making. Mind"
YouTube Link 2024-02-28T05:00Z 333K followers, 12.8M engagements
"Conserving an old Tsuba that depicts a small scene of history with the use of inlaid Gold Silver This is one of the nicest Tsubas I have had the pleasure of seeing. Mind you it's also the one I've spent the most time looking at. When I first received this tsuba I held off on cleaning it. Not knowing how it was made I worried I would damage it permanently. By researching this one style I have learnt so many new tools and ways of using them. I've just stepped over that threshold of knowledge; now I need to know the different tool shapes and sizes and their purposes. I can wait to start on a New"
YouTube Link 2025-04-02T19:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Wolverine claw cleaning getting ready for heat treatment for what will be a very sharp tool I've been slowly working away at this project. I forged eight blades in case I messed up one or two of them. Im happy to be at the point to have gone down to six blades leaving two still for another day's project. The next step is to fit the tangs of these blades to steel handles spaced to fit my knuckle spacing. knife making blacksmithing bldesmith how to knife filing highcarbon steel real wolverine claws sharp wolverine calws knife making blacksmithing bldesmith how to knife filing highcarbon steel"
YouTube Link 2025-06-05T15:00Z 333K followers, 64.1K engagements
"Forging Makibishi caltops from old rusty spring steel a tool of the Ninja Testubishi Iron diamonds can be made in many ways. Consider mild steel nails tied together or look to nature; there are a few trees that grow spiky growths that will equally do well. For this project I wanted to make the nicest caltrops I could. Using spring steel from an old piece of farm equipment. Allowing for a strong shape that will hold a fine point. Shinobi have made this weapon well-known but many warriors would have used a tool much like this. tetsubishi tetsu-bishi caltrops martial art fighting forging"
YouTube Link 2025-08-07T15:00Z 333K followers, 435.2K engagements
"The Japanese Tanto in the hands of a Master a tanto was just as fearsome as a long sword"
YouTube Link 2024-03-19T14:20Z 333K followers, 148.4K engagements
"How to fight with a Bowie knife and what sets this knife apart. Now this is a knife with three times the weight of a standard knife; it doesn't take much for this knife to do its work. At [--] lbs [--] oz add in the brass guards that are both pointed and the sheer weight that can be transferred directly into the pommel. This is a knife to be reckoned with. I can understand why gun slingers of the West want this knife at their side"
YouTube Link 2025-09-04T15:00Z 333K followers, 1.9M engagements
"Ashiko tool of the Ninja. Worn on the foot aided ninjutsu practitioners in climbing and taijutsu The Ashiko is a unique ninja tool that has been used within history. The Ashiko is a foot spike that is worn on the feet Originally it was a tool for combat by the ninja. Also aiding the ninja to scale walls and trees with ease. In the past the Ashiko was used as a weapon in close combat situations. The ninja would use the spikes to deliver deadly kicks to their opponents causing serious injury or even death. However today the Ashiko is primarily used by martial arts practitioners as a training"
YouTube Link 2024-03-05T15:40Z 333K followers, 4.6M engagements
"Kunai; a ring and a sharp point. It's a throwing knife digging tool and all-around favorite"
YouTube Link 2024-12-23T18:50Z 333K followers, 613.1K engagements
"Forging Demon Strength: Mastering the Kana-bo The Kana-bo is a legendary heavy weaponwielded by mythical demons in Japanese folklore. With hard work relentless training and proper technique anyone can harness its power and build extraordinary strength. Master the Kana-bo and youll develop the kind of raw power that legends are made ofmaybe even enough to be called a demon yourself"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T16:00Z 333K followers, 1.2M engagements
"Kunai one of the most recognized tool of the ninja. What it is how its used and how to use it The Kunai is one of the simplest tools used by the ninja or practitioner of ninjutsu. It's a steel tool with a sharp point for digging and prying; it has no cutting edge. Due to its shape and size it makes for a good throwing tool for shuriken jutsu. With the right it can be tied to ropes to create a flexible tool. It's equally at home in the garden which can be used to pry up roots and plant seeds. I will briefly discuss the different styles and variations of kunai as well as the forging process and"
YouTube Link 2024-12-04T18:34Z 333K followers, 22.4K engagements
"Nine Diamond rope also known as Kokonotsu bishi kawa is my new favourite tool for martial arts. In the book Ninjutsu History and Traditions by Hatsumi Hatsumi Soke On page [---] there is a picture of caltrops and throwing stars. The throwing stars are tied together on a rope. That gave me the idea of tying nine tetsubishi to a rope. That way you could set a trap and make sure you got all of the diamonds back. But in making it it got me to thinking. Wow this would make a terrifying flexible tool. This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship"
YouTube Link 2025-08-19T15:01Z 333K followers, 2.3M engagements
"Nine positions of Ninjutsu these Kamae are from the Bujinkan Koto Ryu influence Budo Ninpo Taijutsu Kamae simply put are postures for moving when in battle. Different stances one can take to defend better and predict when and where an attack can happen. Move through these postures while you practice your forms make them your very own. Basic posture is a fundamental part of all weapon work. The ability to move in all directions while striking in all directions. This is the same no matter the art that is practised be it brush or sword; by practicing the movement until it is no longer thought"
YouTube Link 2025-09-18T15:05Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Fighting with Steel Claws; katana kusari buki Sai Shuriken Kuani and Nekote will they work I've been playing with these tools for a while now. The Takagi works very well as a tool for receiving attacks. They are also tools you wear so removing them doesn't make much sense. So I wondered what tools would go well with steel claws: The sword two lengths of chain a pair of sai throwing kunai three bo shirken and one pair of nekote. I learnt a lot and may have found a new favourite tool. martial art journey ninjutsu ninjitsu tekagi shuko hand claw steel claw martial arts uniform chain kusarifundo"
YouTube Link 2025-03-25T07:00Z 333K followers, 1.4M engagements
"Climbing with Kunai. Ninjutsu uses a variety of weapons in numerous ways. Making everything a tool"
YouTube Link 2025-01-14T19:23Z 333K followers, 8.1M engagements
"Making Ninja Blinding Powder an iconic weapon of the shinobi translated as Eye-Crushing Powder This martial arts tool known as Metsubushi Litterley Eye crushing powder was not just a tool of the ninja; this was a tool of feudal Japan. Made from various materials found around the house it was accessible to everyone. ninja shinobi martial arts ninjutsu metsubushi blinding powder ninja shinobi martial arts ninjutsu metsubushi blinding powder"
YouTube Link 2025-06-26T15:00Z 333K followers, 12.1M engagements
"Fighting with the Sai is similar to using a Jutte but with greater capacity to capture and control. This is my absolute favorite tool for close-range combat Each Sai is custom-fit for its usertypically measured from the base of the thumb to just past the elbow. The yoko or side arms should be wide enough for the wrist to pass through comfortably. A full handle with a large pommel helps balance the weapon. Remarkably the Sai has no sharp edges; its a peaceful tool allowing you to moderate its impact while retaining complete controlsomething thats much harder to achieve with bladed weapons. For"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 860.9K engagements
"Fighting with the Saia weapon expertly crafted to fit its user. The Okinawa Sai is one of the most versatile weapons ever created designed to suit the individual who wields it. The Sai is effective across three ranges. Hold the pommel out for hand-to-hand combat or spin the Sai to transform it into a close-range tool ideal for capturing deflecting blocking or striking. Its unique side arms (yoko) let you attack at very close quarters while maintaining control. If you carry three Sai you can even throw oneaiming at your opponents foot or further away to force a reaction then quickly draw your"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 18.5K engagements
"Fighting with Maki Bishi / Caltrops: One of the simplest and oldest martial arts weapons We have records of caltrops being used in the 4th century BCE right up to today in modern warfare. Not much has changed. They are still meant to slow down pursuers. In the past they were used against humans and horses; today they are used against humans and vehicles. They are among the simplest tools to use. Which means they are perfect for any new recruit. With very little training one can become useful with this tool. I feel i need to make a new category. Weapons of Human History. Tools that have been"
YouTube Link 2025-08-12T15:00Z 300K followers, 37.7K engagements
"How did they do it Shuko are one of the oldest tools of the ninja but how did they make them Togakure Ryu blacksmiths forged these tools more than [---] years ago. From a historical perspective I believe I have an idea about how all of the tools were made but one: the teeth of the shuko. How did they do this I believe the teeth would be rivets especially made for this tool. But I wonder if I'm missing something. How do you feel this topol was put together"
YouTube Link 2025-05-13T15:00Z 204K followers, 31.6K engagements
"What if I make a mistake all martial arts your mind should be your sharpest tool #ninjutsu #sword Wearing your sword on your back makes sense when travelling. Yet with it on your back you still need to be able to draw your blade. If you don't want to remove the scabbard from your back you must return the katana to its resting place. This action can be hazardous. That's why we practice. We shouldn't stay away from danger; we should better understand ourselves and respect that danger while genuinely understanding we may be taken in by the very thing we want to stay away from"
YouTube Link 2025-02-04T17:08Z 175K followers, 11.7K engagements
"If you want to stay in the shadows misdirection is a useful tool. plan to lose your weapons Kaginawa shuriken and kunai you may lose them if you carry these things. So why not forge them in a style that is not your own just a few changes The construction would not match the forge's if the tools are found. Admittedly there is a lot of time between heats when forging which leaves a lot of time to think"
YouTube Link 2025-05-27T15:00Z 206K followers, 34.7K engagements
"Martial art Kata. Break down everything into its simplest form and Understand its parts. Dojo Life. To learn a kata first we see it a few times by those who understand it. After a while of watching you think you know and try it. Once engaged one sees how little they really saw. But little by little each part is witnessed and then understood. Its seeing all the parts for what they are"
YouTube Link 2025-02-25T16:00Z 237K followers, 23.5K engagements
"New Furniture for the bowie knife I want them to look like teeth This knife has been full of challenges. Techniques nd materials I have not used before. Today's lesson is brass. It cuts slower than I imagined and it moved under the hammer more than I expected. Yet drilling it was the biggest surprise. The best part is that it carves well with a small steel chisel. It makes me very happy to have been able to carve down into the brass so that the blade sits into the guard. Brass is a cool material to work with"
YouTube Link 2025-06-19T15:00Z 234K followers, 68.5K engagements
"Kata is the fundamental practice that teaches us the form of our martial art Kata is fundamental in every martial art. It's best understood as a form. The attacker and the receiver of the attack follow a form. Every part and every movement have been passed down from martial artists of years past. The practice of kata needs to become second nature. Practice until your movement and action are perfect and then you keep practicing until it's not even a thought. This practice is a meditation. Stay with it and understand where your mind resides. Learn from your seld and grow"
YouTube Link 2024-04-04T15:35Z 85K followers, 48.6K engagements
"Forging Scythe that can handle fighting kata but made to harvest tamishigiri targets kamajutsu Ninpo Having the right tool for the job. I made cutting basics a few weeks back. All the work was done by a Karambit with a four-inch blade. It took a while. With this addition a nine-inch blade and a fourteen-inch handle. Five times there with twice the blade awesome. This build was a test run for a future build. I want to make a battle-worthy kusuri gama. But I've made only a few sythe and i need the practice. So far i want a new style of forge placement to best heat treat the tool. I know i need"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T15:00Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements
"Foundation polish Finished on the sharp Wolverine Claws build next step is fitting these six blades Every time I think the next step will be done in no time. And that scares me a little as I know this step will take some time Now I need to fit the best six blades to custom blocks that hold each one in place while engineering some clips for my shorts so they can have a foundation point on my wrists. It's going to be so much fun"
YouTube Link 2025-04-01T13:00Z 192K followers, 20.4K engagements
"Cutting Bails in the making Every sword art enjoys this practice with a variety of natural Materials Martil's art practice of testing. Cutting bales is a great way to test your skills and move forward. The tiniest things make a difference; cutting bales shows those faults. These reeds are collected bound and then dried. Once dry they are bound tighter and an additional layer of string is added for structure. Then they are submerged in water to rehydrate the bales making them firmer. They are removed from he water to dry. Then the fun begins. Repeat as necessary. It would be great to learn all"
YouTube Link 2025-08-21T15:00Z 300K followers, 38.1K engagements
"This idea was inspired by old black and white ninja movie weapons. Those Ninja had some cool stuff More so Im just looking to put more sharp things in other already sharp things. It has a blade hidden in the bottom of a sword handle with a little spring clip release button. That way the word can still be used properly and it has a fun little feature that happens to be another blade"
YouTube Link 2025-03-13T16:00Z 190K followers, 55.6K engagements
"What will its name be Tekagi may be their category something that would look good as kanji The last to steel parts for the secondary handle supports. I need better names. Once they are finished I can officially move on. This was the stressful part for me. I didn't know how I was going to do it. Also once together what was it going to look like Im happy how it's all turned out. Next I will fit hardwood grips to the steel supports to utilize all the space and provide a stable platform for cutting with this tool"
YouTube Link 2025-07-17T15:00Z 237K followers, 18.4K engagements
"Bowie Knife test cutting How well will this tool perform on a cutting bail The martial artist in me took over. The handle has just been finished. The scabbard is complete but a bunch of finishing details still need to be finished. But i need to know it cuts before going any further. Last year I forged this knife out of an old rusted piece of steel that I thought might be decent. Today I'm cutting with it and I'm very happy to say it is decent steel"
YouTube Link 2025-08-26T15:00Z 306K followers, 24.7K engagements
"Kenshin's Sakabat katana needs to be forged because how this works. Most blades for warfare curve backwards. This gives them the ability to have a strong long-lasting handle. Most importantly is how they distribute the cutting edge throughout the target. That little sweep allows the cutting edge to "slowly" penetrate over the cut. A scythe has the reverse as it's a tool to harvest and prune. This blade curves exposing more of its surface to the object at one time. This action transfers force to the object causing it to move slightly in the direction of the cut. Simply put it takes less energy"
YouTube Link 2025-10-07T15:00Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements
"This is dangerous feel this in your training. Practice like your life depends upon it Practicing the walking methods can sound and seem quite dull. Those subtle elements of movement are easy to overlook. It's easy to walk a straight line heel-toe but now be lifted up six feet in the air That dullness is completely removed with a simple change of perspective. The martial art of Ninpo taijutsu"
YouTube Link 2025-09-02T15:00Z 315K followers, 46K engagements
"Let's climb a tree with shuko; in theory let's climb a tree. Let me know how to make this work I hear a lot of comments and questions about climbing with shuko. Here I'm testing a few theories that I have heard. Sadly I have yet to find one I can use in the real world. Mind you Im quite happy to have them as a close combat tool. With all that said If you have a way or an idea of how this could work please let me know in the comments. If there is one I haven't tried before I will head back out to the woods and attempt this new technique"
YouTube Link 2024-03-26T13:50Z 194K followers, 7.3M engagements
"Drawing out a saw bladed sword with questions of what the different parts should be and look like. I've been thinking of this sword for some time. it's a kodachi length sword with a full length scabbard. but the blade has rip saw blades just like the ryobi saw used to cut wood. but it needs more.something. I'm relying on this live to answer some questions and help design this blade"
YouTube Link 2025-07-17T14:56Z 236K followers, [--] engagements
"How to make Ninja Blinding Powder Metsubushi one of the most iconic ninja tools Mind you this was not just a tool of the Ninja. This was a tool of all feudal Japan. With just a few ingredients and a bit of time anyone could make use of this tool to disappear"
YouTube Link 2025-06-26T15:00Z 234K followers, 39.2K engagements
"Charcoal is used artistically today as it was [-----] years ago by our ancestors for cave drawings Grinding charcoal in a mortar and pestle is an interesting sensation. It's a slow process but it's worth the while. Ground charcoal is a substance we all have access to. It has had many uses in our history. It was used in projectile warfare. The Greeks used it in medicine. Some of our oldest cave drawings were made with a pigment that relied on it. Today I grind it to make a temper to heat treat my blades. I think that's pretty cool"
YouTube Link 2025-04-10T09:00Z 193K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Never underestimate an enemy This simple farming tool is found worldwide. Playing a supportive part in many martial arts just as a syicle it's known as kama no jutsu. This scythe is a short-range tool featuring a single-edged blade that is perpendicular to the handle. allowing thrusting attacks from off angles compared to standard warfare. With slicing hooking and controlling this weapon offers a variety of attacks. Sadly unless you want to throw it all the attacks are close range. A kama user needs to be comfortable taking over the space and fighting close up. The scythe evolves into a"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Nekote tool of the Ninja. These are little high-carbon steel sewn onto leather so you can wear them Neko te literally translates to Cat hands. The [--] little pieces of high-carbon steel are forged and heat treated then sewn onto leather to be worn on the fingertips. These claws can rip and puncture. Fine-quality Paris would be able to cut as well. Like all of the tools they back upon your own taijutsu. In the case of Nekote they back up the [--] treasures which are different ways to hold the hand to be a weapon. In the case of Nekote Shuto Shako Ken Chin Ken Koppo Ken and Shito Ken all work well"
YouTube Link 2024-05-02T19:25Z 207K followers, 113.4K engagements
"My Cat mask. Check out this new mold this is my first three-part mold for casting. I've updated my Ninja cat mask. With the new sculpt comes a new mold. The new mold is an essential part of this. The last Neko mask was a sad mold. I would tape the ears together to have it pour properly. So I'm excited to have a mold that is a little more high-tech. The fast that makes it so much cleaner with minor cleanup makes it even better. I also rant about Kumo Gakure Ryu and their use of Masks. I enjoy the idea of protecting an area with legend. Spreading rumours and having their legend told was a great"
YouTube Link 2024-05-11T18:31Z 133K followers, 20K engagements
"Pointing at the moon is my favorite Zen story of my favorite Zen monk about see Truth What is the truth It depends on your perspective and understanding. If you know what you want the truth to be you can easily be swayed. It's good practice to clean the dojo once you're done with your practice. It's now ready for your return. The mind is similar. It's best to clean out whatever may be running around your mind making it ready for use again"
YouTube Link 2025-06-03T15:00Z 236K followers, 31.3K engagements
"Mastering The Katana: Everything You Need To Know About This Incredible Weapon The katana is my favourite tool out of all of my favourite tools. The Japanese katana is a symbol of quality and power. It is functional artwork esthetically pleasing and balanced. While maintaining a lethality second to no other sword. Rules are rarely fun. Just the same these rules keep everyone safe and without a need for stitches. Granted it's rare to have the opportunity to work with or see Katana. Chance favours the prepared mind and with that philosophy in mind I present my understanding of the use and"
YouTube Link 2025-01-29T16:54Z 169K followers, [---] engagements
"Working in the forge today starting on a set of ninja claws Tekko kagi It's the first day of forging a pair of Ninja Tekko kaji. Steel hooks that are worn on the hand. I've wanted to forge this for so long and today I have the steel to make it real"
YouTube Link 2024-10-31T08:03Z 321K followers, [----] engagements
"Forging these Ninja Shuriken did not turn out as planed Ryobarigata shuriken or double-ended Shuriken for the use of Shuriken no Jutsu. I've been thinking about this style for a while now. It combines a need type a double-ended and an over-weighted center. That means this throwing blade carries a lot of energy when it hits its target has a sharp point and a high polish to slow corrosion. I've forged it from a bit of high-carbon steel I'd found. I've made a few things from this steel so far. Three sets of sai and a pair of Wolverine-style claws. I know how it works and I really like it. These"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Kusari-gama options tell a lot of you as Martial Artist There are countless variations of this tool. Three blade types multiple hand positions. Handles can be fully armed with steel or as few as a few steel bands. Ancour points at different ends of the weapon. Chain weights lengths and sizes of all different shapes and finally the weight in the end round square-bladed. There are numerous options available for this one tool. Those options tell a story of your fighting style. The kusari-gama I believe is one of the most uniquely modified tools of the Sengoku Jidai. Within ninjutsu we see farm"
YouTube Link 2025-10-09T15:00Z 333K followers, 37.4K engagements
"Ninja played mind games. Poisoning their steel claws a scratch could be fatal from these tekkokagi"
YouTube Link 2025-01-16T17:24Z 168K followers, 24K engagements
"A grappling hook but with blades This tool is straight out of an old Black and white ninja movie This little tool is a variation on a small grappling hook Kajinawa. Instead of hooks to hold onto something it has blades to cut through something at least in the movie. Totally random information but this Hook is the second oldest item on my wall"
YouTube Link 2025-04-22T16:52Z 195K followers, 13K engagements
"Poisoin it It's meant for the enemy How will you win Historically Oil stops any moisture from touching the steel. Stopping rust. Yet clove oil has also been added as an antiseptic and an antibacterial. Making for a very clean blade. Being cut by this blade would be much nicer than being cut by a rusty blade even though in both cases you are still being cut. Healing will be easier and faster with a clean wound. These are tools of war so much thought and care should be given. One may not agree with another's actions yet the other is still human wanting to be free of suffering. What side will"
YouTube Link 2025-08-14T15:00Z 304K followers, 200.7K engagements
"Kakute a secret self defence tool. This simple ring gives an advantage to every attack This hidden secret tool is very small but it's best not to underestimate its use. It is a force multiplier; this tool makes your attacks much stronger"
YouTube Link 2025-06-17T15:00Z 235K followers, 165.5K engagements
"How to use Kakute this simple and effective martial art tool can be used by anyone This secret tool of the martial artist is the kakute. This little steel band sits quietly in your hand. It's not until it's needed that it's known. It is at that time that you will need to take your action"
YouTube Link 2025-06-17T15:00Z 222K followers, 35.6K engagements
"This is not meant to go straight up a wall sure you could but there are better tools for the job. There are just so many better tools for this job. The all-purpose grappling hook isn't the right fit. A climbing hook needs to be a specialized tool for that job. Sadly it's a tool that will most often be left behind. If the steel holds hell and the rope is light in weight there is no way to send enough energy up the rope to loosen its grip. Like arrows they would be made in understanding they will be lost"
YouTube Link 2025-04-24T15:00Z 207K followers, 58.6K engagements
"I can't do this anymore These machine made bolts have to go I want to make everything Each time I assemble this set of ninja claws I have to use a Robertson screwdriver to tighten the machine screws. That action hurts It's like they scream at me every time Every part of this set of claws is hand-made.except the machine screaws those I bought It's time to forge up some ruff-looking bolts and start making my own machine screws. The first bolt took me [--] minutes to make. A 5-cent bolt took me almost an hour and it was worth every minute. The look of the claws is perfect now By the 8th bolt I was"
YouTube Link 2025-07-24T15:00Z 238K followers, 15.6K engagements
"Hook and rope or kajinawa this simple tool becomes a deadly weapon in the hands of a master The hook and the rope are two very simple tools on their own. When you combine them a new tool is born. The hook grabs onto whatever you place it upon so how the hook is forged and shaped is important for the task. Small hooks attached to ropes were used to hold people and huge hooks held ships in place. No matter the size they all have a similar property making them useful for many tasks. Ninja samurai farmers and sailors would all have this tool available"
YouTube Link 2025-04-15T16:36Z 194K followers, [----] engagements
"Anime North [----] What a great year I made all that I could for this show. You can find many different things in the shop each handmade. Kama kusarigama Cat mask Katana Oxe-tail swords dagger karambit shuko kunai dai bokuto bokken training tools Double sided axe long sword demon mask t-shirts bo staffs rokushaku bo naginata nagamaki hanbo bo shuriken and lots of throwing knives"
YouTube Link 2024-05-24T19:26Z 134K followers, 15.9K engagements
"When will it give What weight will the metal peel away because of the pressure Ninjutsu questions When capturing weapons with Shuko you rely on the pressure between the teeth to hold them in place. But what pressure will the teeth let go of the sword The back of a katana is soft steel and the teeth are able to bite in (if they're square) but when will the sword steel give out For this test the carving began at [---] pounds"
YouTube Link 2025-05-08T15:00Z 304K followers, 13.4M engagements
"Like an alchemist I will grind this charcoal into a fine powder making it perfect to temper my clay Im getting ready for heat-treating the bowie knife. I want to practice a traditional clay heat treatment. This will give me the best chance of controlling the hardened steel pattern. Once it is a fine powder the charcoal will be added to clay to make a temper. This should allow air drying that will hold through the heating processes. its all new to me but I have high hopes"
YouTube Link 2025-04-03T03:00Z 192K followers, 23K engagements
"Forging is complete now for Heat-treatment time to black out the shop and let the steel shine I want a dark cherry red that has just lost its magnetic ability. To best see this i need to remove any extra light that is around me in the blacksmith forge. With as much light removed I can now best read the temperature of the steel. The next trick is not to look into the forge. It's bright and will change my perception of the colour of steel. I love it; I get why long ago we would look to blacksmiths with wonder. Shutting out all the light to see what they're doing. thats not an intuitive thought."
YouTube Link 2025-09-23T15:02Z 333K followers, 30.9K engagements
"In the hands of a Master this hook becomes a Kajinawa a deadly weapon for ninja and samurai alike. Hooks come in all shapes and sizes some with one hook and others with four. This one simple tool can be used for climbing carrying making traps defensive use or full-out active force. it's like carrying a small kusarigama"
YouTube Link 2025-04-15T16:36Z 194K followers, 20.3K engagements
"Habaki or Collar holds the katana. Kenjutsu ninjutsu battojutsu iaido all rely on this sword part"
YouTube Link 2025-02-06T17:15Z 176K followers, 22.5K engagements
"Magic is the easiest way to describe blade forging at times. The steel is very hot so lots of sparks Forging steel is always fun. Not only can you make anything you want (made of steel) knives swords and spoons but making itself is a joy. Mind you it is dangerous but extraordinary fun. This steel in the video is scorching wielding temperature. With one good hit the pressure drives out the impurities and that's what the sparks are made of. Martial arts have exciting moments like a beautiful cut while practising tamishigiri but it's hard to compare to a wash of hot metal"
YouTube Link 2024-06-04T20:41Z 134K followers, 10.5K engagements
"Bowie knife fighting and forging this legendary gunslingers blade from antique steel The Bowie knife is done. It's been more than a year's worth of on-and-off work. I couldn't be happier with it. This high-carbon antique steel hand-forged blade features a successful hamon which is bright and visible. All brass hardware and a stacked leather handle with a rayskin covering. Included is a leather scabbard with a leather strap for carrying the blade down and over the shoulder. 17" in overall length 11" blade 4" handle with a weight of [--] lb [--] oz It's time to play with this knife and see what it's"
YouTube Link 2025-09-04T15:00Z 308K followers, [----] engagements
"Forging a Custom bowie knife designed by the people of YouTube and made for a old rust bit of steel I've been making knives for a while now. I made a video showing around [--] of my knives a while back. The bowie knife was the most asked about and why I didn't have one. I took that as a sign to build one so I asked my community what they wanted to see and that's what I am creating. The next step for this blade is carving out the blood groove on the blade"
YouTube Link 2025-02-27T16:38Z 180K followers, [----] engagements
"Knife making this karambit has a maple handle. I love how it looks and I learnt so much making it"
YouTube Link 2024-05-23T18:14Z 102K followers, [----] engagements
"What makes a thing real How much martial history does a weapon need to be considered authentic"
YouTube Link 2025-01-02T16:49Z 159K followers, 13.4K engagements
"Nine Postures of the art of Ninjutsu a martial art of distance Make these your own everyday stance Translating Kamae to English is tough: posture stance and attitude. This still doesn't do it justice but it's a great place to start. Each of these positions offers different strengths and weaknesses. Different ways to move and different ways to deliver strikes. No matter the martial art you practice the basic form needs to be practiced continuously to bring your own art to life. Taijutsu practce These postures are from the Bujinkan with heavy influence from Koto Ryu Daken taijutsu"
YouTube Link 2025-09-18T15:00Z 320K followers, 35.2K engagements
"Many rules surround the katana within the martial arts Know these rules and make them your advantage"
YouTube Link 2025-01-23T18:16Z 168K followers, [----] engagements
"Disposable weapons and tools leave them behind if you have too Is that idea good for survival Ninjas had many tools at their disposal within the art of ninjutsu. Kaginawa shuriken kunai katana and many more tools. My problem is that they are disposable. I dont like that idea. I can handle an item if lost but being disposable seems to be something else entirely"
YouTube Link 2025-05-22T15:01Z 205K followers, 17.3K engagements
"Cutting from the draw is the first skill practiced with a sword. Its a fundamental skill of kenjutsu That practice is to be applied to all draw cuts. giving you the ability to attack with he drawing of your blade. Like all of these ideas [----] times in practice. Kenjutsu Iaido Batto Jutsu all the old sword arts pushed for this idea"
YouTube Link 2025-09-11T15:01Z 324K followers, 78.5K engagements
"New knife day is always a happy day. My old daily carry knife can be retired. I've carried this knife for so long. It was my first attempt at forging O1 Tool steel. LOL it was a fail right away. The blade was too hot and the oil was too cold cracking in more than one place. After all the years of work that little knife never got worse. It only became worn away from polishing the edge. Knife-making is great. These things even when broken can last a lifetime. It's like a little time capsule of my ability at that time"
YouTube Link 2025-03-11T16:30Z 181K followers, [----] engagements
"I really shouldn't but Im going to start another project Kanabo with [--] parts [--] of them Spikes There is something about halfway through one project when the inspiration hits. I'll stop at paper until my other projects are finished. I want to work on it straight out. Something like a seven-day build The samurai used this tool to smash down on their enemy lines creating an opening for their fellow warriors to exploit. In Buddhism you can see demons wielding this tool. It has a long and fascinating heritage"
YouTube Link 2025-04-08T03:00Z 193K followers, 17.2K engagements
"Success the Clay treatment worked and the Hamon is visible. Time to start polishing this Bowie Knife The heat treatment is finished. It only happens once; check out the full build video which isn't published yet as the knives aren't done. This large Bowie knife still requires a lot of work. Thinking of it as a fighting knife. In essence a short sword. What a martial tool for that period"
YouTube Link 2025-07-22T15:01Z 238K followers, 24.7K engagements
"Four striking methods to use with shuko while practicing the martial arts of ninjutsu Ninja train with many tools of different lengths and styles. Shuko are one of the oldest ninja tools of Togakure-ryu. Having the steel band surround your hand allows for great advantage when striking an opponent. With these four hand positions you can take advantage of all the striking opportunities that this tool allows A properly fitting set of shuko is essential. If they don't fit your hand well you can injure yourself but the force is emphasized nicely with a good-fitting pair. Like kamae these positions"
YouTube Link 2025-05-06T15:01Z 197K followers, [---] engagements
"How to use Metsubushi Eye crushing powder. Testing four different ingredients noting their effect Wood Ash Charcoal Engineered Sand and Corn Starch Each egg only has one ingredient. I want to learn how noticeable it is when each ingredient is broken open. What distance is needed for the best dispersion of particles Lastly what is it like to break and use such tools Here is what I have learnt"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T15:01Z 234K followers, 23.7K engagements
"Tail of Nine. The knots were a mess and erratically spaced but with this fixed Wow This tool which seems to change names every time I talk about it needed to be taken apart fully. Wrapping them all in the same style maintaining the weight in the center of the rope and whipping both ends to the makibishi with waxed cord has made all the difference"
YouTube Link 2025-08-28T15:01Z 318K followers, 60.4K engagements
"New perspective better technique focus on what you can do Ivebeen making cutting bails sice ive been on You tube. I ve made differnt contrapions and jigs over the years all to make the job faster. With practice I've come to the understanding that just making them by hand is the fastest and easiest.as long as you have strong string. Life has changed for maybe [--] days; my left hand got a little messed up and now I can use it for a bit. Without the use of that hand I couldn't tie up bales.or could I Long story short I thought that if I used a big rope I could tie it around my tabi and pull it"
YouTube Link 2025-10-02T15:01Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements
"Two simple methods to open Metsubushi be careful they are just as likely to attack the user There are many ways to break a Metsubushi but here are my two favourite methods. Mind you with each method you should hold the egg against you while breaking it open this will keep the majority of the powder in your control and make it less likely for your opponent to know precisely what's going on"
YouTube Link 2025-07-08T15:01Z 235K followers, 74.9K engagements
"Is this how its done Traditional construction of Historic shuko the ninja favorite weapon I've been forging Shuko for [--] years now. They have gotten better and better over the years but they aren't where I want them to be. I feel they can still be more historically accurate. The teeth are my problem I currently electrically wield them in place but that is definitely not historic. I feel they would be riveted in place but I can't say that with certainty. I ask the world how do you think they are placed into the metal body of the shuko The next build (after a bunch of other things) will be the"
YouTube Link 2025-05-13T15:01Z 237K followers, [----] engagements
"It like unlocking a new skill you voted for a fuller to be carved into this forged bowie knife I've never carved into steel before. I've seen it done but never put it to use. I asked sometime ago what style of Bowie knife I should forge. It was awesome how many people reached out with suggestions and support. On top of that list was carving the fuller into he blade. I began carving out the steel from the blade's spine with ignorance powering my intention. It wasn't long before I found myself back in the forge shaping the end of my round file to become a make-shift carving tool. The end"
YouTube Link 2025-05-01T15:01Z 203K followers, 51.9K engagements
"Learning to cut while drawing your katana the martial art lesson of making one thing into two things"
YouTube Link 2025-01-21T17:32Z 169K followers, [----] engagements
"Being part of something much larger than yourself The Nafudakake display the names of all members Nafudakake (name plate rack) holds all the names of the members of the dojo. Seniors are at he top and the newest members are at the bottom. There is something about a silly little bit of wood. long hours of training and practicing as the months go by. As more time goes by more members join and the board continues to grow. As students graduated their nafuda (name tag) would be moved up and when others would move on they could take their name tag with them. down Many martial arts schools use this"
YouTube Link 2025-09-09T15:01Z 313K followers, 32.2K engagements
"Creating a secret Ninja tool Kaku-Te horned hand a deceptive tool worn on the fingers self defense This tool traditionaly is viewed as a secrit tool. Your opponite will not know you are using it well right up to the moment they feel the bite. All martial artist can emply this tool into their practice"
YouTube Link 2025-06-12T15:01Z 243K followers, 1.8M engagements
"Red hot chain Kept at orange heat to soften the steel it's now ready to be cleaned up for heat-treat"
YouTube Link 2025-01-10T18:37Z 161K followers, [----] engagements
"Wolverine Real Claw build hand-forged high carbon steel blades best modern ninja Tekagi yet I've been dreaming of this set of claws for so long Finally the day has come that I have started them and finished the forging phase The steel took more than I imagined to work but it was worth every minute. The next step is cleaning them up and preparing them for heat treatment"
YouTube Link 2025-03-06T15:55Z 181K followers, 11K engagements
"How Ninja Blinding powder is used. Four ingredients are being tested to make the best Metsubushi How does A metsubushi work What techniques are used to employ such a tool What don't I know about this tool Nothing like just jumping in to learn a new skill The ingredients to be tested are Wood Ash Engineered Sand Pulverized Charcoal and Corn Starch"
YouTube Link 2025-07-03T15:01Z 308K followers, 970.5K engagements
"Imagine what you want first workout "How" it can be done later Blueprints are great but there are times when it can be tough to complete a blueprint when you're unsure of how. I'm a big fan of starting Sure you might not know what you're doing but you can recognize what needs to be done first. With every step taken question the next step. Before you know it you've arrived. Trust in the process trust in yourself"
YouTube Link 2025-07-15T15:01Z 236K followers, 13.5K engagements
"Ninja claws heat treatment and finishing. These are the nicest ninjutsu claws I've made to date"
YouTube Link 2024-12-09T19:14Z 151K followers, [----] engagements
"They must be much sharper if I can make these claws a matched set. Ninja weapons are the best Wearing Takagi hand claws and adding nekote cat claws supports your taijutsu. They must be much sharper if I can make these claws a matched set"
YouTube Link 2025-03-27T16:30Z 192K followers, 42.2K engagements
"I Stopped everything I was doing for two day just to save time I may not have thought this through A sythe or kama is quite simply a tool to harvest crops. It has a simple handle and a sharp blade. All around the world in every farming community you can find a variation of this tool. High-carbon mild steel hand-held five-foot staff all for one purpose harvesting. As it can be found everywhere. Martial traditions have been built around the use of this weapon. normally paired with another weapon be it another kama or a longer tool to extend the range of attack. It became a formidable tool. Pull"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"I messed up The sword guard cuts almost as well as the blade. It needs another day of work at least My martial art Journey involved building my sword guard. I challenged myself to a one-day build as I'm notorious for getting off-topic. This tsuba is a result of that day. But now it needs more work at least another day. Can I still call this a one-day build"
YouTube Link 2025-03-18T19:00Z 183K followers, [----] engagements
"Caltrops plus rope make-shift Ninja tools one diamond rope and Nine diamonds rope Makibishi Henka Variations on using caltrops Rope is a standard flexible tool. Let's tie off an iron diamond to the end of the rope. Would it be at all useful Well if one why not nine i have also tied nine steel diamonds to a braided rope. Eight feet of metal spikes with another ten feet of handle. Let's test them as flexible tools; would they serve any real use Tetsubishi no jutsu Ninjutsu"
YouTube Link 2025-08-19T15:01Z 299K followers, [----] engagements
"Four striking methods while using Shuko martial art of ninjutsu Shikan Shuto Shako and Shitan ken A properly fitting set of shuko is essential. If they don't fit your hand well you can injure yourself but the force is emphasized nicely with a good-fitting pair. Like kamae these positions are for your hands. With the correct posture you can strike with the steel band or teeth or protect your hands from dangerous captures. The four positions are Shikan Ken Shako Ken Shuto Ken Shitan Ken"
YouTube Link 2025-05-06T15:01Z 204K followers, 318.6K engagements
"Building Wolverine Claws: The Prototype Is Complete Let's Start Crafting With Steel Part Zero- the beginning a brief outline of what I will be creating. I have all the parts ready to start. The charcoal is chopped the steel has been chosen and most importantly the design has been finalized. With all that said it's time to start forging. Next will be part One where I will have something to show. 00:00 The Beginning 00:28 This is the prototype 01:51 The original Wolverine movie props 02:43 The want these claws to be really sharp 03:09 Fitting the claws to the hand 03:48 Here is the steel we"
YouTube Link 2024-12-16T18:53Z 153K followers, [---] engagements
"Kusari jutsu art of the chain an elegant tool for the Samurai and Ninja alike. #sword #martialarts I little bit of History. Masaki Tarodayu Dannoshin Toshinyoshi a Master of Kotoda Itto Ryu Kenjutsu and Founder Of Misaki Ryu his own Kusarijutsu. He was a Samurai who stood out among other Samurai. He was tasked with guarding the Edo gate for Lord Toda. And the creator of the Manrikikusari the Ten Thousdand power chain"
YouTube Link 2025-03-04T16:59Z 180K followers, [----] engagements
"Does it matter if the ring that holds the rope is stationary or mobile In most of the pictures I can find of examples of old hooks there are steel rings that move. But what difference does it make I don't see it. I need to forge another hook with a mobile ring the same size as the one I have and test the difference"
YouTube Link 2025-04-17T17:15Z 241K followers, 2.6M engagements
"Enjoy the journey or you may go mad The thousand-grit polishing stone The only thing that has changed is the colour of the stone. Everything else is the same. I love that I get to do different things every day. At times I like this the same every day I lose track of time. There is a piece to it. The same action over and over again. all working towards one goal"
YouTube Link 2025-07-29T15:01Z 240K followers, [----] engagements
"Dojo thoughts everyone is family in martial arts. You need to trust and be trustworthy. Attack well"
YouTube Link 2024-12-16T19:18Z 154K followers, [----] engagements
"Building a charcoal forge starter's guide to the fundamentals of a blacksmith's workshop A charcoal forge is a simple tool to create. With this one tool there really is no limit to what you could make. Steel is tough not an easy material to work with but with a whole lot of heat you can shape and form this material in the most wonderful ways. This video describes the foundation plate for your forge including the firebrick grill placement power requirements and ventilation. With very few tools anyone can have a forge up and running"
YouTube Link 2025-11-15T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Fighting using Makibishi. This tiny little tool can be used in some surprisingly effective ways Caltrops have been used throughout history as an effective tool of warfare. This weapon has many advantages but the most important of all is that it is simple to use. Anyone can understand how to make use of this tool with very little martial training. True it is a tool of the martial arts and once you have learnt how to throw you're ready Happily this tool can evolve into other weapons. Next week the kokonotsu-bishi kawa"
YouTube Link 2025-08-12T15:00Z 330K followers, 41.7M engagements
"Six Fundamental Drawing Technique For Iaido And Iaijutsu Focusing On Ninjutsu Forehand Grip Exercise Kenjutsu or battojustu are arts that study the use of the sword. I demonstrate the basic practice of six different drawing cuts in this video. This practice doesn't move the hand that holds the scabbard nor change the grip to a backhand grip. The six cuts are downward downward diagonal horizontal upward diagonal straight up and thrust. Each is performed with stepping and intent. For a more in-depth look at these cuts check out my full-length video releasing tomorrow February [--] [----] 00:00 Six"
YouTube Link 2025-02-12T21:00Z 177K followers, [----] engagements
"Is it love or insanity they have to be perfect I Im counting in hours now. The nails have had [--] hours to get to this stage and it's worth every minute. The happiest part is they are done They need only be installed in the bo staff. For the moment I can set them aside. Now I need to make a hammer that can drive each of those nails without damaging the finish. I think I will have to line it with leather. But first a little celebration before I start the next part of this project"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 117K engagements
"One day build I can't believe I did this. Timelines can be a pain but they get stuff done I want to forge my katana and make all the parts that go together to become a sword. I will practice each and every part. Today I challenged myself by forging a tsuba for my sword. In all i spent ten hours and had to give up on the other two holes in a tsuba. Sticking to timelines is a challenge for me. I like this just right"
YouTube Link 2025-02-20T17:16Z 327K followers, 32.8K engagements
"Forging a custom Ryobarigata shuriken to replace my favorite throwing knife #martialarts The ryobarigata shuriken is a double-ended sharp shuriken with a heavy center. The heavy center provides it with additional weight allowing it to travel deeper into its target. This throwing blade was forged from high-carbon steel. I've used this steel for a few other projects so far and I've been happy with the result. In the end they throw just as i wanted them to. They're well-balanced and sink into the target with little effort. Yet now that i have finished them I want them as hand-to-hand tools. I"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, 43.1K engagements
"The satisfaction of a click each claw has its own spot. Not one claw will fit in another's place Every part is going to need a label These Wolverine claws need four more handles making up eight more parts. If I don't label it now I'm going to mess things up. In the future there will be a case for this tool. With a space for every part and each one of those spaces will be covered in felt. A proper storage case. But I should finish them first"
YouTube Link 2025-06-24T15:00Z 330K followers, 743K engagements
"Tekko kagi ninja claws I tested one claw to see where it would break. With that a fun story was born"
YouTube Link 2025-02-13T16:56Z 330K followers, 2.1M engagements
"2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 16.6K engagements
"Weapons wall cleaning and maintance. Weapon Maintenance cleaning and Oiling"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T09:52Z 333K followers, 14.3K engagements
"Shuko and ashiko work together with your taijutsu. A henka of Fudo from Shinden fudo Ryu The best use of Shuko and Ashiko is to strengthen your own personal taijutsu. Take kata that you already know and love and add Shuko to see what would change. In the case of Fudo very little needs to change. The kata is one with little movement and you drop your partner directly in front of you. This is great for when you are wearing tools on your feet as well. When you need to grab the shoulder preparing for the throw the teeth do all the work of gripping and they would add a fair amount of distraction."
YouTube Link 2024-04-20T19:15Z 331K followers, 280.6K engagements
"Fighting using Shuriken sharp double ended and high-carbon steel Its a large nail of sorts just with two sharpo ends. This heavy style throwing blade is great for the practice of ninjutsu shuriken no jutsu. But i feel it would be equally at home with in a samurai art due to its high polish. This little tool is a capable hand-to-hand tool with an effective range of [--] feet. The steel used to forge this tool was created sai claws and a knife. I think next I want a pair of Shuriken sai from this steel ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T15:00Z 333K followers, 70.2K engagements
"The beginning of something beautiful Kana Bo first step and first thoughts upon this tool Long story short it's awesome The main body isn't finished but it already moves well. thats great cause it's still quite clunky. The next step is to tape over the main body. This will help move the balance toward the handle. The steel will add weight but it will be evenly distributed throughout the body. im guessing but I bet that bottom ring has more to do with balance than use in combat. So much to learn. ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 59.7K engagements
"how to Tie your katana to your belt using your sageo with a battlefield-style wrap kenjutsu #sword"
YouTube Link 2025-02-18T19:39Z 332K followers, 69.7K engagements
"Non-lethal weapon can there be such a thing This all started as a question: What could be used as a non-lethal improvised weapon First of all i didn't think of the question as a martial art question more of a zen koan a question to stop the mind. Turns out it's kind of both. A non-lethal weapon would be one that can just harm and go no further. Okay that i understand. As there are non-lethal weapons like makibishi sure they hurt but they don't end anything. but clearly designed as a weapon. My one idea so far the Lemon hammer you only get one good hit. But if you place that hit well you can"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T16:00Z 333K followers, 35.2K engagements
"How to forge traditional Ninja Maki-bishi Martial art weapon and tool of self-defence Using some spring steel from the bottom of old farm equipment I will begin to forge a set of caltops. The spring starts off 3/8 wide by [--] inches long. I will cut it to [--] 1/4 and start forging. Here is the entire process of cutting the old steel forging it to shape heat treatment tempering and finally polishing and oiling this tool. Next testing and training with this tool"
YouTube Link 2025-08-07T15:00Z 329K followers, [----] engagements
"Save hours with one trick it making polishing faster and with a better finish. With each stone you grind with you choose a diagonal path across the blade. When you change to the higher grit you work a different angle. This allows you to see what scratches you need to still remove. Or in my case only do that for one side of the blade. Back to work for me"
YouTube Link 2025-08-05T15:00Z 332K followers, 149.1K engagements
"Make it lighter Carving final shape its now ready for all the steel to make this a true Kanabo Today's work is to reduce the weight by adding a tapper to the staff's main body. It's a matter of removing just 1/8" off of all eight sides. It's a small detail but it makes up for every minute once you start swinging it. It feels like a proper tool to know. Next clean up the handle. The Kanabo Im recreating has an excellent handle. Each part is a little smaller than the one before it. Each part needs to have a round shape. News to me. That shape allows for a very tight grip on a large object. That"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T08:15Z 333K followers, 155.4K engagements
"Fighting with a net Ami no jutsu the Art of trapping and controlling your target Weapon class: Flexible tool with non-lethal options Anyone can make this tool It's just a straightforward sheet bend and a lot of time. The net is one of the simplest tools for martial arts use. It's a flexible tool that can be used in some surprising ways. The net can be used to carry items or to store them. Yet it also works to set up traps. Direct use as a sidearm. Time to capture and bind throwing it directly at your adversary or just one side at a time and slowly wrap them up. Allowing you to take advantage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T08:15Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 125K engagements
"88 tiny little knives the tang of each needs to be drawn pout from 1/2 inch [--] and cut with a chisel These little knives really are more nails but they will go through every step a knife does. I want every single one to be sharp But first I need to draw them out and cut them. By doing all of this at once it saves time and charcoal. With all the nails being small I can have a relatively small fire for shaping the heads of the nails. If all goes to plan I will place the tang of the nail into the smallest hole in the anvil to shape the pyramid. Mind you my last idea for these nails totally"
YouTube Link 2025-11-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 34.3K engagements
"Carving the Bo staff that will become the Kana Bo My lathe was designed to handle projects up to [--] inches but with a hardwood extension it can now handle projects up to [--] inches. Making this job much more accurate. The removal method on a project of this size is great. I have so much cherry sawdust. The tools just keep working away until you can see it. If you dont see it you keep working. I feel I will be making more use of this tool but I have no clue how at the moment. ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T16:00Z 333K followers, 24.2K engagements
"Fictional Wolverine claws and traditional Ninja steel claw kata This is the best news ever Don't get me wrong there is nothing wrong with Shuko on their own for practice. But having a change-up is good fun. This pair of claws makes striking practice so much fun. There is such a strange feeling of satisfaction in making this tool work within Ninpo Sanshin no Kata"
YouTube Link 2025-07-10T15:00Z 326K followers, 77.4K engagements
"Ninja were Masters at everything fighting espionage sabotage most importantly Mastery of the mind Shinobi or Ninja would have had a hard life deep in the wilderness. They work hard to practice their art of living including swordsmanship walking skills balancing exercises horsemanship meditation and more. The word Ho or Po is used a lot in literature. It refers to the laws or principles of following the way simple rules to live by. In these rules training the mind is always of the utmost importance as is becoming enlightened in the ways of humanity. Time and energy are given to many practices"
YouTube Link 2025-05-29T15:01Z 330K followers, 81.5K engagements
"One answers tend to bring on five questions and happily at least this time a surprise in a Vajra Long story short Some time ago I meditated with a true Vajra a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tool is as close as I've been able to get to that sensation of focus. This little moment of that past experience was moving. A true vajra is in the future a proper tool of the mind. Sidenote: This is an ancient tool. It is an energy weapon filled with spirit. Fudo-Myo carries a sword with this Vajra as the handle. This blade is used to cut away one's ignorance. The mind is the best tool you have and"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T15:01Z 333K followers, 49.4K engagements
"What did Ninja wear And the clothing pieces that make up this iconic Ninja silhouette Of an infinite colour and pattern possibilities what is most likely the ninja would wear No matter the answer the clothing itself is based on historical elements each playing a role in daily life but when brought together it forms what we today would consider a Ninja uniform. Ninjas were a peasant class; as such so was their clothing. Ment for labour and crafting. I'll show the ten parts that come together to make the outfit including examples of peasant field paints and shirts shin and arm guards hoods and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Zen Lines: The meditation where you draw one single line many times to create a self-portrait This is one of my favourite meditations. Each empty line is seen boldly on the page for the world to see. Within the meditation no thought is given to the line; the mind is to be empty. no thoughts of before or after only the moment. In the moment every part of your being is quietly concentrating on a single task which ironically we give no thought to. I do love this art; every question is internal and only the individual sees the truth and every truth is perfect and that perfection will grow with"
YouTube Link 2025-07-31T15:01Z 329K followers, 114.9K engagements
"Weapon Talk Weapon wall cleaning and discussion"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T09:46Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Fudo Kata Motionless from Shinden Fudo Ryu with a henka performed with Shuko The art of Ninjutsu In this video I demonstrate the Kata Fudo (Motionless) from Shinden Fudo Ryu one of the Nine Schools of Ninjuistu. This is one of my favourite Kata from one of my favourite schools. Shinden Fudo Ryu is a samurai school of martial arts. The postures are strong and many strikes are used. Im showing Fudo it emphasizes the use of shuko. Using shuko (or any other tool) must become part of your movement. We don't want to be lost thinking about what and how a tool is used so we put hours into our"
YouTube Link 2024-04-21T14:54Z 330K followers, 11.3K engagements
"Were Samurai lying or just up holding there belief By law Samurai had to carry two swords to show their position as Samurai. A Samurai is always to have a weapon and be prepared for battle. Yet Samurai also needed to attend the tea ceremony. No weapons are allowed within the tea room. A samurai is always armed even when they are not To uphold this arrangement the craftspeople of the day hid blades and spikes within everyday items. Fans brushes and pipes for example. Here lay the dilemma. They must be armed and unarmed at the same time. They carried weapons into the tea room. What side of"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T16:01Z 333K followers, 134.5K engagements
"Tools of the Ninja. Shuko The martial are of Budo ninpo taijutsu and The Shinobi art of Ninjutsu I was asked a question about Shuko; I wanted to share my thoughts on the matter as I felt it was a fun question. I have been studying martial arts for [--] years now. During that time I've learnt that time has nothing to do with one's ability. Practice is what separates the talkers from the doers. Ninpo taijutsu allows one's personal rhythm to be foundthe use of shuko pairs well with my taijutsu"
YouTube Link 2024-03-07T15:18Z 330K followers, 3.8M engagements
"Drawing your katana while wearing it on your back kenjutsu the martial art of iaijutsu and ninjutsu Even while travelling with your sword on your back you should still be able to use it and control it. With one hand hold the scabbard in place with the other grab hold of the katana and remove it slowly from the scabbard while pulling down with the hand holding the says. Returning the scabbard is simple but as always needs practice. Normally we don't look while we replace our katana but we make an exception here. Bring the sword back to the scabbard but instead of going directly to the opening"
YouTube Link 2025-01-30T16:39Z 332K followers, 113.2K engagements
"Ninpo biken jutsu the art of ninja you need to practice with every martial art tool. Six basic draw styles to use with a katana. Vertical down draw cut downward diagonal draw cut horizontal draw cut upward diagonal draw cut upward vertical draw cut and the thrusting draw cut. All of these drills are done with the right hand and no change in the scabbard to help the cut"
YouTube Link 2025-02-11T17:37Z 177K followers, [----] engagements
"Hour [--] of an [--] hour job but it's so going to be worth it to have the look I want Kana Bo The Kana-bo I'm recreating calls for [--] square spiked nails eleven for every side. Each nail will be sharp at least in a sense. It makes for a strong do-not-touch area. As it's a club I want that steel to be resilient. I've chosen a steel that has a lot of strength. Because of that it takes a while to move. But once the time has been invested and all the nails are heat-treated and installed it will be well worth it I'll go out on a limb; I think three more days for the nails shaping cleaning heat"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T16:01Z 333K followers, 27K engagements
"Tying your katana to your back with the sageo is an easy way to have your sword out of the way. Wearing your sword on your back is a valuable skill within ninjutsu. Kenjutsu is the art of the sword and carrying that sword is part of that art. We are to have control over our blade at all times. With the sword worn on the back we can't have our thumb on the tsuba but having the sword upright _while dealing on the habaki) the sword will stay in place. The sageo is what used to hold the sword in place on the back the same sageo that is used to tie your sword to your side in iaido"
YouTube Link 2025-01-28T17:19Z 332K followers, 4.4M engagements
"Four Choices: Black Blue Red and a mix of them all Ninjas are everywhere in popular culture. Paper digital or in real life they all have to pick a style. No matter the different parts that make up a ninja uniform the colour choice or combo is very expressive. Your ninja uniform is your personal expression. What style represents you One that perseveres Ninja dressed in Black Shadow an anti-hero Ninja dressed in Blue Good guy Ninja dressed in White pure exsteamly dangoiurous Ninja dressed in Unknown infinite possibilities All of the clothing shown is made of ten-onze cotton canvas styled after"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T16:01Z 333K followers, 36K engagements
"Dangerous tools are fun but you might get hurt If you miss your target with these spikes there is a good chance that the sharp end is sticking straight up While training that's all fine as long as you don't take your eye off that spot and pick it up right away. In use you could throw them as traps and move your adversary into that area. Helpful to be able to throw traps while having them distracted. Yet if the plan changes you'd best remember all of those areas. To add to use if you miss or they move that spike is now a danger as well. Depending on how many you had and the distance in which"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements
"Metsubushi the martial art of blinding powder literally eye-crushing techniques of the Ninja This simple tool of distraction is used to blind or stun an adversary. It's a simple tool; break it open and throw. You can use that time to apply your technique"
YouTube Link 2025-07-01T15:01Z 328K followers, 4.9M engagements
"Fighting using Kama this short range tool has a few surprises Fighting with a scythe has more than a few abilities that make this a formidable tool. Mind you it is a close range on you will need to take over the space but once you have closed the gap this tool comes to life. With slashing and stabbing available it does just as well as a hook pulling and controlling your adversary. This technique also works on the weapons of your opponent. You will have to be fast and confident and if so this could be the tool for you. Kama no jutsu becomes kusari-gama no jutsu by changing just a few points"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 58.8K engagements
"Sai are perfect close range or long its a Weapon of choice adaptable to every situation Thank you Okinawa and thank you to Karate as well this tool's home. Sai are fabulous tools all around. Easily portable good in all ranges non-lethal. control and attack easily hidden. They're great on so many levels. Making this tool is my second-favourite tool of all. Full disclosure they are all my favourites. It depends highly on the day. With so many choices we have to train a little bit with everything Sai ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T16:01Z 333K followers, 45.5K engagements
"How Do Double-Ended Ninja Blades Excel in Combat Ryobarigata Shuriken Nine inches in length just under [--] oz in weight and dead center measuring 9/16" of an inch do these ever make a lovely sound entering the target. Shuriken or thrwoing blade have two major advantagous one you can throw them easily over a varing destance depending on weight. Second they are great as hand-to-hand tool due to their size. Being small they can be conseled. Depending how they are deploud the agressor would not know unitl its far to late. Shuriekn were just as much a tool fro samurai as they are for ninja. The art"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Ninja-to scabbard conversation weapon maintenance and questions Join me live as I dive into the art of building a ninja-to In this session I'll explore the unique qualities of the saya (scabbard) for sword storage plus how it can be used as a weapon. Perfect for martial arts enthusiasts sword collectors and anyone interested in ninja history and weaponry. I'll also cover essential sword cleaning tips and answer your questions about martial arts sword care and ninja techniques. Tune in for expert insights on ninja-to scabbards weapon maintenance martial arts training and live Q&A Don't miss"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T02:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Abandoned Projects About a year ago someone asked me Do you have any abandoned projects I confidently said noand immediately regretted it. Since then Ive been collecting a pile of unfinished steel projects each set aside for its own mysterious reason. Theres a whole mix in there: kunai tanto tiny knives scalpels razor blades kitchen knives a scythe even one a carry no memory ofall tossed into the box where unfinished dreams go to rest. But heres the funny part: I cant bring myself to throw them out. Every piece in that pile is a reminder of learning loss and letting go (sort of). Its a"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T14:00Z 333K followers, 393.4K engagements
"Abandoned Projects: The Graveyard of Good Intentions and Hidden Lessons Ever wonder what happens to all those half-finished projects Well Ive been gathering mine into one pileeven though lets be honest I still find abandoned pieces hidden everywhere. If youve ever started something and never finished youre in good company From oversized blades to pieces missing handle holes and from failed heat treatments to comically boring designs my abandoned projects come in all shapes and sizes. Some are the result of wild experiments others just didnt follow the rulesor the geometry was way off"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T14:00Z 333K followers, [---] engagements
"Make two for twice the price Big shoutout to Adam Savage (@tested) for this game-changing lessonIve learned (and broken) so much with way more confidence. Thanks Mr. Savage Heres the deal: If you need one part make two Why Because in blacksmithing things love to go wrongespecially during heat treat and testing. If your first part fails youve got a backup and youre back in business. It takes more time and yeah it costs extra but trust me its totally worth it. And heres the fun part: when you dont break the backup you end up with extra pieces for other projects Sometimes they turn into"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T14:00Z 333K followers, 33.4K engagements
"Shaolin Monk's spade what is it The Shaolin Convenance Spade originates at the legendary Shaolin Temple and is used by practicing monks. Not only is it a staple in kung fu training and martial arts mastery but it also represents core values that define both traditional and modern warriors. This iconic weapon embodies the many roles of a Shaolin monkspiritual rituals self-defence community service and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Whether you're into weapon breakdowns martial philosophy or hands-on DIY projects this channel is your go-to dojo for the ancient and the awesome. The"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T08:00Z 333K followers, 33.5K engagements
"Shaolin convenience spade what is it and what's wrong with it The Shaolin Convenance Spade originates at the legendary Shaolin Temple and is used by practicing monks. Not only is it a staple in kung fu training and martial arts mastery but it also represents core values that define both traditional and modern warriors. This iconic weapon embodies the many roles of a Shaolin monkspiritual rituals self-defence community service and the relentless pursuit of personal growth. Whether you're into weapon breakdowns martial philosophy or hands-on DIY projects this channel is your go-to dojo for the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T08:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Fighting with a net Ami no jutsu the trap weapon The net is one of the simplest tools for martial arts use. It's a flexible tool that can be used in some surprising ways. The net can be used to carry items or to store them. Yet it also works to set up traps. Direct use as a sidearm. Time to capture and bind throwing it directly at your adversary or just one side at a time and slowly wrap them up. Allowing you to take advantage of the opening that has now been created or keep wrapping them up waiting for their cooperation. Side note: this is a test net. [--] feet by [--] feet with a [--] 3/4 square"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T08:15Z 333K followers, 14.5K engagements
"Fighting with a net Ami no jutsu the Art of trapping and controlling your target Weapon class: Flexible tool with non-lethal options Anyone can make this tool It's just a straightforward sheet bend and a lot of time. The net is one of the simplest tools for martial arts use. It's a flexible tool that can be used in some surprising ways. The net can be used to carry items or to store them. Yet it also works to set up traps. Direct use as a sidearm. Time to capture and bind throwing it directly at your adversary or just one side at a time and slowly wrap them up. Allowing you to take advantage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T08:15Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Make it lighter Carving final shape its now ready for all the steel to make this a true Kanabo Today's work is to reduce the weight by adding a tapper to the staff's main body. It's a matter of removing just 1/8" off of all eight sides. It's a small detail but it makes up for every minute once you start swinging it. It feels like a proper tool to know. Next clean up the handle. The Kanabo Im recreating has an excellent handle. Each part is a little smaller than the one before it. Each part needs to have a round shape. News to me. That shape allows for a very tight grip on a large object. That"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T08:15Z 333K followers, 155.4K engagements
"Ninja-to scabbard conversation weapon maintenance and questions Join me live as I dive into the art of building a ninja-to In this session I'll explore the unique qualities of the saya (scabbard) for sword storage plus how it can be used as a weapon. Perfect for martial arts enthusiasts sword collectors and anyone interested in ninja history and weaponry. I'll also cover essential sword cleaning tips and answer your questions about martial arts sword care and ninja techniques. Tune in for expert insights on ninja-to scabbards weapon maintenance martial arts training and live Q&A Don't miss"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T02:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Fighting with the Saia weapon expertly crafted to fit its user. The Okinawa Sai is one of the most versatile weapons ever created designed to suit the individual who wields it. The Sai is effective across three ranges. Hold the pommel out for hand-to-hand combat or spin the Sai to transform it into a close-range tool ideal for capturing deflecting blocking or striking. Its unique side arms (yoko) let you attack at very close quarters while maintaining control. If you carry three Sai you can even throw oneaiming at your opponents foot or further away to force a reaction then quickly draw your"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 18.5K engagements
"Fighting with the Sai is similar to using a Jutte but with greater capacity to capture and control. This is my absolute favorite tool for close-range combat Each Sai is custom-fit for its usertypically measured from the base of the thumb to just past the elbow. The yoko or side arms should be wide enough for the wrist to pass through comfortably. A full handle with a large pommel helps balance the weapon. Remarkably the Sai has no sharp edges; its a peaceful tool allowing you to moderate its impact while retaining complete controlsomething thats much harder to achieve with bladed weapons. For"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T16:01Z 333K followers, 860.9K engagements
"Forging Demon Strength: Mastering the Kana-bo The Kana-bo is a legendary heavy weaponwielded by mythical demons in Japanese folklore. With hard work relentless training and proper technique anyone can harness its power and build extraordinary strength. Master the Kana-bo and youll develop the kind of raw power that legends are made ofmaybe even enough to be called a demon yourself"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T16:00Z 333K followers, 1.2M engagements
"2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 125K engagements
"2025 Blacksmithing Highlights: Forging Legendary Weapons & Tools Join me as I reveal my [----] build listshowcasing the most exciting blacksmithing projects custom weapons and unique tools forged over the past year. From iconic Bowie knives and caltrops to creative martial arts weapons and DIY steelwork this video is packed with hands-on builds. Whether you're a blacksmithing enthusiast weapon collector or DIY creator you'll find inspiration and ideas for your next project. Mick Croccidial Dundees Bowie knife I have always wanted this knife Maki Bishi / Tetsu Bishi / Caltrops forged steel"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 16.6K engagements
"Is it love or insanity they have to be perfect I Im counting in hours now. The nails have had [--] hours to get to this stage and it's worth every minute. The happiest part is they are done They need only be installed in the bo staff. For the moment I can set them aside. Now I need to make a hammer that can drive each of those nails without damaging the finish. I think I will have to line it with leather. But first a little celebration before I start the next part of this project"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 117K engagements
"Balance of weapons"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T20:38Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Four Choices: Black Blue Red and a mix of them all Ninjas are everywhere in popular culture. Paper digital or in real life they all have to pick a style. No matter the different parts that make up a ninja uniform the colour choice or combo is very expressive. Your ninja uniform is your personal expression. What style represents you One that perseveres Ninja dressed in Black Shadow an anti-hero Ninja dressed in Blue Good guy Ninja dressed in White pure exsteamly dangoiurous Ninja dressed in Unknown infinite possibilities All of the clothing shown is made of ten-onze cotton canvas styled after"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T16:01Z 333K followers, 36K engagements
"What did Ninja wear And the clothing pieces that make up this iconic Ninja silhouette Of an infinite colour and pattern possibilities what is most likely the ninja would wear No matter the answer the clothing itself is based on historical elements each playing a role in daily life but when brought together it forms what we today would consider a Ninja uniform. Ninjas were a peasant class; as such so was their clothing. Ment for labour and crafting. I'll show the ten parts that come together to make the outfit including examples of peasant field paints and shirts shin and arm guards hoods and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Non-lethal weapon can there be such a thing This all started as a question: What could be used as a non-lethal improvised weapon First of all i didn't think of the question as a martial art question more of a zen koan a question to stop the mind. Turns out it's kind of both. A non-lethal weapon would be one that can just harm and go no further. Okay that i understand. As there are non-lethal weapons like makibishi sure they hurt but they don't end anything. but clearly designed as a weapon. My one idea so far the Lemon hammer you only get one good hit. But if you place that hit well you can"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T16:00Z 333K followers, 35.2K engagements
"Were Samurai lying or just up holding there belief By law Samurai had to carry two swords to show their position as Samurai. A Samurai is always to have a weapon and be prepared for battle. Yet Samurai also needed to attend the tea ceremony. No weapons are allowed within the tea room. A samurai is always armed even when they are not To uphold this arrangement the craftspeople of the day hid blades and spikes within everyday items. Fans brushes and pipes for example. Here lay the dilemma. They must be armed and unarmed at the same time. They carried weapons into the tea room. What side of"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T16:01Z 333K followers, 134.5K engagements
"The beginning of something beautiful Kana Bo first step and first thoughts upon this tool Long story short it's awesome The main body isn't finished but it already moves well. thats great cause it's still quite clunky. The next step is to tape over the main body. This will help move the balance toward the handle. The steel will add weight but it will be evenly distributed throughout the body. im guessing but I bet that bottom ring has more to do with balance than use in combat. So much to learn. ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo ninjitsu ninjutsu ninpo"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T16:00Z 333K followers, 59.7K engagements
"Carving the Bo staff that will become the Kana Bo My lathe was designed to handle projects up to [--] inches but with a hardwood extension it can now handle projects up to [--] inches. Making this job much more accurate. The removal method on a project of this size is great. I have so much cherry sawdust. The tools just keep working away until you can see it. If you dont see it you keep working. I feel I will be making more use of this tool but I have no clue how at the moment. ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo ninjutsu ninja ninjitu ninpo"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T16:00Z 333K followers, 24.2K engagements
"Weapon Talk Weapon wall cleaning and discussion"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T09:46Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"88 tiny little knives the tang of each needs to be drawn pout from 1/2 inch [--] and cut with a chisel These little knives really are more nails but they will go through every step a knife does. I want every single one to be sharp But first I need to draw them out and cut them. By doing all of this at once it saves time and charcoal. With all the nails being small I can have a relatively small fire for shaping the heads of the nails. If all goes to plan I will place the tang of the nail into the smallest hole in the anvil to shape the pyramid. Mind you my last idea for these nails totally"
YouTube Link 2025-11-20T16:00Z 333K followers, 34.3K engagements
"Hour [--] of an [--] hour job but it's so going to be worth it to have the look I want Kana Bo The Kana-bo I'm recreating calls for [--] square spiked nails eleven for every side. Each nail will be sharp at least in a sense. It makes for a strong do-not-touch area. As it's a club I want that steel to be resilient. I've chosen a steel that has a lot of strength. Because of that it takes a while to move. But once the time has been invested and all the nails are heat-treated and installed it will be well worth it I'll go out on a limb; I think three more days for the nails shaping cleaning heat"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T16:01Z 333K followers, 27K engagements
"Building a charcoal forge starter's guide to the fundamentals of a blacksmith's workshop A charcoal forge is a simple tool to create. With this one tool there really is no limit to what you could make. Steel is tough not an easy material to work with but with a whole lot of heat you can shape and form this material in the most wonderful ways. This video describes the foundation plate for your forge including the firebrick grill placement power requirements and ventilation. With very few tools anyone can have a forge up and running"
YouTube Link 2025-11-15T16:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Sai are perfect close range or long its a Weapon of choice adaptable to every situation Thank you Okinawa and thank you to Karate as well this tool's home. Sai are fabulous tools all around. Easily portable good in all ranges non-lethal. control and attack easily hidden. They're great on so many levels. Making this tool is my second-favourite tool of all. Full disclosure they are all my favourites. It depends highly on the day. With so many choices we have to train a little bit with everything Sai ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T16:01Z 333K followers, 45.5K engagements
"Ten Mon no jutsu Taking advantage of weather conditions Ten mon or Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere (simply put).IS rain on its way When will the wind change direction Will it be dry this year All the questions that could make or break a season let alone a battle. To practice the weather you must observe the world around you. How would you describe the blue in the sky It's like a Zen koan a sentence meant to stop the mind. A part of this is to know when to sit still and peacefully observe this is ninjutsu ninjitsu ninjitsu"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T16:00Z 333K followers, 10.3K engagements
"Weapons wall cleaning and maintance. Weapon Maintenance cleaning and Oiling"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T09:52Z 333K followers, 14.3K engagements
"Live highlight Weapon Maintenance cleaning and Oiling"
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T22:54Z 333K followers, 12.6K engagements
"Fail I focus on the look of the polish and not the feel of the edge Mind you I'm not going to change them; they look great. If I were to make them again I would put just as fine a polish as these. But it does mean I want new ones made like all my other shuriken forged to size and shape and cleaned up just to make them sharp. Shuriken no Jutsu ninjitsu ninjitsu"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T16:00Z 333K followers, 678.5K engagements
"How do you carry these Shuriken a simple case just doesn't cut it. Thank you to (I'm sorry I didn't write your name down) for the great idea to hide shuriken in a writing brush case. But not just in the case but in the brushes as well. This one will be fun to build I practice Shodo the way of the brush so having an extra-heavy brush is perfect. Thank you for the idea Sorry I didn't write your name down. What other period objects could be hidden in everyday items"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T16:00Z 333K followers, 25.9K engagements
"Dangerous tools are fun but you might get hurt If you miss your target with these spikes there is a good chance that the sharp end is sticking straight up While training that's all fine as long as you don't take your eye off that spot and pick it up right away. In use you could throw them as traps and move your adversary into that area. Helpful to be able to throw traps while having them distracted. Yet if the plan changes you'd best remember all of those areas. To add to use if you miss or they move that spike is now a danger as well. Depending on how many you had and the distance in which"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements
"One answers tend to bring on five questions and happily at least this time a surprise in a Vajra Long story short Some time ago I meditated with a true Vajra a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This tool is as close as I've been able to get to that sensation of focus. This little moment of that past experience was moving. A true vajra is in the future a proper tool of the mind. Sidenote: This is an ancient tool. It is an energy weapon filled with spirit. Fudo-Myo carries a sword with this Vajra as the handle. This blade is used to cut away one's ignorance. The mind is the best tool you have and"
YouTube Link 2025-10-28T15:01Z 333K followers, 49.4K engagements
"Weapons wall cleaning day and a bit of brainstorming All the tools on the weapons wall need to be cleaned and oiled. It's a great way to discuss these tools from a different perspective. I would also like to brainstorm T-shirt graphic ideas that would be representative of Nine Directions because As of today T-shirts are available in all sizes Please follow the link if you want to wear the Nine Directions Mon. https://ninedirections.dashery.com From today until Halloween of [----] there is a sale on all items"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T08:13Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Live highlight All the tools on the weapons wall need to be cleaned and oiled. It's a great way to discuss these tools from a different perspective. I would also like to brainstorm T-shirt graphic ideas that would be representative of Nine Directions because As of today T-shirts are available in all sizes Please follow the link if you want to wear the Nine Directions Mon. https://ninedirections.dashery.com From today until Halloween of [----] there is a sale on all items"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T07:00Z 333K followers, 20.4K engagements
"Tradition VS Modern is one better than another Shuriken Jutsu lift up your hand lift up your middle finger and touch your ring and index finger together and naturally fold your thumb closed center of your hand. This is the posture to hold a throwing blade in a traditional way. Martial artist of NInjutsu and ninpo will recognize this postuire as So ken three finger strike with but one diffrence the thumb holds down your pinky witch is also folded closed in the plam of your hand. And the pinch meathod. When throwing from the blade you need to pinch or your getting cut. I refer to thsi as a"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T15:00Z 333K followers, 574.7K engagements
"How Do Double-Ended Ninja Blades Excel in Combat Ryobarigata Shuriken Nine inches in length just under [--] oz in weight and dead center measuring 9/16" of an inch do these ever make a lovely sound entering the target. Shuriken or thrwoing blade have two major advantagous one you can throw them easily over a varing destance depending on weight. Second they are great as hand-to-hand tool due to their size. Being small they can be conseled. Depending how they are deploud the agressor would not know unitl its far to late. Shuriekn were just as much a tool fro samurai as they are for ninja. The art"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Fighting using Shuriken sharp double ended and high-carbon steel Its a large nail of sorts just with two sharpo ends. This heavy style throwing blade is great for the practice of ninjutsu shuriken no jutsu. But i feel it would be equally at home with in a samurai art due to its high polish. This little tool is a capable hand-to-hand tool with an effective range of [--] feet. The steel used to forge this tool was created sai claws and a knife. I think next I want a pair of Shuriken sai from this steel ninpo ninjitsu ninpo ninjitsu"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T15:00Z 333K followers, 70.2K engagements
"Forging these Ninja Shuriken did not turn out as planed Ryobarigata shuriken or double-ended Shuriken for the use of Shuriken no Jutsu. I've been thinking about this style for a while now. It combines a need type a double-ended and an over-weighted center. That means this throwing blade carries a lot of energy when it hits its target has a sharp point and a high polish to slow corrosion. I've forged it from a bit of high-carbon steel I'd found. I've made a few things from this steel so far. Three sets of sai and a pair of Wolverine-style claws. I know how it works and I really like it. These"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Forging a custom Ryobarigata shuriken to replace my favorite throwing knife #martialarts The ryobarigata shuriken is a double-ended sharp shuriken with a heavy center. The heavy center provides it with additional weight allowing it to travel deeper into its target. This throwing blade was forged from high-carbon steel. I've used this steel for a few other projects so far and I've been happy with the result. In the end they throw just as i wanted them to. They're well-balanced and sink into the target with little effort. Yet now that i have finished them I want them as hand-to-hand tools. I"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T15:00Z 333K followers, 43.1K engagements
"Foldable Scythe who used them and Why In a period of only a select few were allowed to own and carry weapons what's the deal with a foldable Kama Why and to what purpose I feel it's safely left the idea of being used as a farming tool; at this point it is a weapon. What an interesting conselable tool. Ninja could have made good use of this tool while being concealed as a monk well hidden within the robes. It's an interesting tool as there are a few similar items. ninjitsu ninjitsu"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T15:00Z 333K followers, 55.4K engagements
"Kusari-gama options tell a lot of you as Martial Artist There are countless variations of this tool. Three blade types multiple hand positions. Handles can be fully armed with steel or as few as a few steel bands. Ancour points at different ends of the weapon. Chain weights lengths and sizes of all different shapes and finally the weight in the end round square-bladed. There are numerous options available for this one tool. Those options tell a story of your fighting style. The kusari-gama I believe is one of the most uniquely modified tools of the Sengoku Jidai. Within ninjutsu we see farm"
YouTube Link 2025-10-09T15:00Z 333K followers, 37.4K engagements
"Kenshin's Sakabat katana needs to be forged because how this works. Most blades for warfare curve backwards. This gives them the ability to have a strong long-lasting handle. Most importantly is how they distribute the cutting edge throughout the target. That little sweep allows the cutting edge to "slowly" penetrate over the cut. A scythe has the reverse as it's a tool to harvest and prune. This blade curves exposing more of its surface to the object at one time. This action transfers force to the object causing it to move slightly in the direction of the cut. Simply put it takes less energy"
YouTube Link 2025-10-07T15:00Z 333K followers, 55.6K engagements
"New perspective better technique focus on what you can do Ivebeen making cutting bails sice ive been on You tube. I ve made differnt contrapions and jigs over the years all to make the job faster. With practice I've come to the understanding that just making them by hand is the fastest and easiest.as long as you have strong string. Life has changed for maybe [--] days; my left hand got a little messed up and now I can use it for a bit. Without the use of that hand I couldn't tie up bales.or could I Long story short I thought that if I used a big rope I could tie it around my tabi and pull it"
YouTube Link 2025-10-02T15:01Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements
"Fighting using Kama this short range tool has a few surprises Fighting with a scythe has more than a few abilities that make this a formidable tool. Mind you it is a close range on you will need to take over the space but once you have closed the gap this tool comes to life. With slashing and stabbing available it does just as well as a hook pulling and controlling your adversary. This technique also works on the weapons of your opponent. You will have to be fast and confident and if so this could be the tool for you. Kama no jutsu becomes kusari-gama no jutsu by changing just a few points"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T15:01Z 333K followers, 58.8K engagements
"Never underestimate an enemy This simple farming tool is found worldwide. Playing a supportive part in many martial arts just as a syicle it's known as kama no jutsu. This scythe is a short-range tool featuring a single-edged blade that is perpendicular to the handle. allowing thrusting attacks from off angles compared to standard warfare. With slicing hooking and controlling this weapon offers a variety of attacks. Sadly unless you want to throw it all the attacks are close range. A kama user needs to be comfortable taking over the space and fighting close up. The scythe evolves into a"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T15:00Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"I Stopped everything I was doing for two day just to save time I may not have thought this through A sythe or kama is quite simply a tool to harvest crops. It has a simple handle and a sharp blade. All around the world in every farming community you can find a variation of this tool. High-carbon mild steel hand-held five-foot staff all for one purpose harvesting. As it can be found everywhere. Martial traditions have been built around the use of this weapon. normally paired with another weapon be it another kama or a longer tool to extend the range of attack. It became a formidable tool. Pull"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T15:01Z 333K followers, [----] engagements
"Forging Scythe that can handle fighting kata but made to harvest tamishigiri targets kamajutsu Ninpo Having the right tool for the job. I made cutting basics a few weeks back. All the work was done by a Karambit with a four-inch blade. It took a while. With this addition a nine-inch blade and a fourteen-inch handle. Five times there with twice the blade awesome. This build was a test run for a future build. I want to make a battle-worthy kusuri gama. But I've made only a few sythe and i need the practice. So far i want a new style of forge placement to best heat treat the tool. I know i need"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T15:00Z 333K followers, 25.6K engagements
"Forging is complete now for Heat-treatment time to black out the shop and let the steel shine I want a dark cherry red that has just lost its magnetic ability. To best see this i need to remove any extra light that is around me in the blacksmith forge. With as much light removed I can now best read the temperature of the steel. The next trick is not to look into the forge. It's bright and will change my perception of the colour of steel. I love it; I get why long ago we would look to blacksmiths with wonder. Shutting out all the light to see what they're doing. thats not an intuitive thought."
YouTube Link 2025-09-23T15:02Z 333K followers, 30.9K engagements
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