Exploring the Home Forge

Matt Berry gives a tour of his home forge in Hickory, North Carolina, showcasing various materials, tools, and equipment used in knife making. He highlights the importance of different tools like the belt grinder, power hammer, and anvil, and discusses the types of steel and handle materials available. The video also covers the drilling section and safety equipment, concluding with personal items and a brief history of the shop.

What materials are mentioned as being available in the home forge?

• Wood and plastic

• Leather and micarta

• Glass and metal

• Rubber and fabric

What was the original intended use for the saw blade before it was repurposed?

• To create a sculpture

• To paint a mural

• To make a table

• To build a fence

Which tool is considered the second most important in Matt Berry's shop?

• Belt grinder

• Power hammer

• Sawyer's anvil

• Drill press

What is unique about Matt Berry's hammer collection?

• They are all antique

• They were collected from different countries

• They are all made of gold

• He was paid in hammers for a weekend job

Why does Matt Berry prefer using kilns for heat-treating?

• They are cheaper

• He is red-green color blind

• They are more energy-efficient

• They are faster

Which type of steel is mentioned as being good for stainless applications?

• 1080

• 5160

• 440

• 1075

What is the purpose of the drilling section in the shop?

• To sharpen blades

• To drill holes for handle scales

• To paint handles

• To polish knives

What is the maximum temperature Matt Berry's hot blade gloves can theoretically withstand?

• 1000 degrees

• 500 degrees

• 2000 degrees

• 1500 degrees

What is the significance of the spear mentioned in the shop?

• It was featured in the last episode

• It was used in a famous battle

• It is made of rare materials

• It is a family heirloom

What unusual item does Matt Berry have in his shop?

• A cat skeleton

• A dinosaur fossil

• A vintage car

• A rare gemstone