Forging a PERFECT Japanese Samurai KATANA from a Giant BEARING | Recycle Old Bearings into Blades

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Forging a PERFECT Japanese Samurai KATANA from a Giant BEARING | Recycle Old Bearings into Blades In this video, I take a massive industrial bearing and turn it into a fully functional Japanese-style katana sword — using traditional forging techniques and modern tools. From tearing down the bearing to the final polished blade with a visible hamon, this is a full start-to-finish transformation. 🛠️ What’s in the video: Disassembling and cleaning a large bearing Forging the raw steel into a blade billet Folding, drawing out, and shaping the katana Applying clay for a traditional hamon Quenching, tempering, and polishing Fitting a handle (tsuka) and basic mounting Sharpening & final cutting test Bonus: Tips on how to recycle bearings safely ⚙️ Materials Used: Old industrial bearing (high-carbon steel) Propane forge, anvil, hammer Borax flux, clay, water/oil quench Angle grinder, belts, hand files Wood & wrap for handle (tsuka) 👍 Like this project? 🔔 Subscribe for more DIY forging builds, tool recycling, and blacksmithing tutorials! 💬 Drop a comment below: What should I forge next? #knife #sharp #metal