Lunch break, and you know what that means today. Mcrib! 
Been looking forward to sharing this one for a while. I sent this weeks ago, but wanted to make sure the customer got it before I showed it here. I call this sword, "The Unchained Bear." Lot's of imagery and meaning here, so here we go. The bear itself was cast in brass, the only piece I did not make fully. The sword was going to a man nicknamed "Big Bear", and those giving it requested a bear motif. The handle is elk antler, from one of his sons, a piece that had been floating around for years in their family. The pommel and guard are local walnut from the hunting lands of a friend of everyone involved in this piece. The rest of the guard is brass. It has the inscription "If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed" John 8:36 This is important to this piece because of the rest of the imagery. The mosaic damascus pattern is called "Unchained." I only made enough for this piece, so it's absolutely unique. If you look at the display stand, it features a broken chain and the blade cutting through another. You see, this sword represents a man who has been set free in Christ and is now being used to set others free as well. It was a gift to celebrate the lives he has changed by using the salvation and freedom God had given him. As we move towards this Christmas season, let us all remember that the greatest gift we can be given is an eternal relationship with God, and may we use that gift to set others free. Thanks for reading this far. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #diy #sword #gladius #forgedinfire #knifeordeath #swordmaker #maker #makersgonnamake #family #knifemaker #blacksmith #bladesmith #mosaicdamascus #gladiator #thankyouforyourservice #manofgod #sharp #knifelife #relationships #awesome #knivesofig #love #beauty #christian 
So proud of my wife. She has taken up leatherwork and just finished up 4 of these beautiful bags. 3 are spoken for, but one is available. PM me if it's yours. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #leather #beauty #art # purse #daybag #handmade #damascus #blacksmith #bladesmith #family #friends #design #custom #madetoorder #leatherworking #madeinamerica #madewithlove #smalltownfriendly #rutherfordton #christian 
Two awesome classes this weekend. First one of our two-day knife making classes. These guys did awesome. Followed by a one-day class with alocal church's men's group. They all made Spike knives. Some spots left in my December class, and taking reservations for class spots for next year. Great Christmas presents! #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #friends #family #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifelife #smalltownfriendly #relationships #knifeclass #knifecommunity #learnknifemaking #goodcleanfun #bushcraft #diy #maker #makersgonnamake #christian 
He made it! 
Finally decided to make one for myself. It's been over a year since I made a knife that I kept. I almost teared up on this one because I know I would have given it to my mom. She would have loved it. Thanksgiving is coming up. It was her holiday more than anyone else's. Treasure those near to you. Love them recklessly with no strings attached. Love them like Jesus does. 100 layer twist pattern welded damascus of 1080 and 15n20. Katalox handle material was given to me as a gift from my brother Juanpa, a missionary serving in Guatemala. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #chef #handmade #blacksmith #bladesmith #diy #smalltownfriendly #knifelife #beautiful #steel #knifelife #cherry #damascus #sharp #cooking #knifemaker #friends #relationships #outdoors # hunting # kitchen # cooking #christian 
WIP. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #chef #handmade #blacksmith #bladesmith #diy #smalltownfriendly #knifelife #beautiful #steel #knifelife #cherry #damascus #sharp #cooking #knifemaker #friends #relationships #outdoors # hunting # kitchen # cooking #christian 
100 Layer raindrop in my Seax/Chef Hybrid. Cherry burl handle with brass pins. Really happy with the way this one turned out. My hope is that it will be used in the service of a meal to bring joy and the love of Christ to others. "Yet he has not left himself without testimony: He has shown kindness by giving you rain from heaven and crops in their seasons; he provides you with plenty of food and fills your hearts with joy.” Acts 14:17 ESV #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #chef #handmade #blacksmith #bladesmith #diy #smalltownfriendly #knifelife #beautiful #steel #knifelife #cherry #damascus #sharp #cooking #knifemaker #friends #relationships #outdoors # hunting # kitchen # cooking #christian 
I love this part. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifecommunitiy #knivesofig #knivesofig #knifeaddicts #beautiful #kitchen #chef #cooking #christian 
Tried something different with this one. I think it worked out. 100 layer pattern welded damascus of 1080 and 15n20. Black and white linen micarta with stainless pins and windowbreaker cutaway. Kydex and leather hybrid sheath. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #ladderdamascus #tactical #knifelife #knifecommunity #knife #knives #edc #everydaycarry #blade #knifemaker #knifecommunity #knifecollection #edcknife #knifepics #edcgear #customknives #knivesofig #edccommunity #knifefanatics #customknife #survival #blades #knivesofinstagram #christian 
Thank you for your service. 
Awesome class this weekend @tryonartsandcrafts Great job everyone. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #friends #family #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifelife #smalltownfriendly #relationships #knifeclass #knifecommunity #learnknifemaking #goodcleanfun #bushcraft #diy #maker #makersgonnamake #christian 
Starting the week off right. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #mosaic #sword #forgedinfire #knifeordeath #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #birthday #roman #gladius #sword #knivesofig #blade #knifecommunity #knifecollection #awesome #beauty #beautiful #maker #makersgonnamake #family #mission #faith #christian 
Just shipped this one out. Someone is going to have a merry Christmas. 100 layer Damascus of 1080 and 15n20, brass, african blackwood, and maple burl. Laced leather sheath. Yea bowie! Sorry. Couldn't help myself. I love that joke. Make a joyful noise to the Lord , all the earth! Psalm 100:1 ESV #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #diy #smalltownfriendly #steel #bowie #bowieknife #etch #knifecollection #knivesofig #knifelife #beauty #leather #cherry #wood #knifefanatic #customknife #knifecommunity #knifeaddicts #knifemaker #christian 
Congtatulations to @nategreene89 who won the drawing for the knife giveaway. I'll do another when I reach 1000 followers on IG, so hit follow to make it happen sooner. Thanks for all the support folks. I love sharing this journey with people like Nate and you. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chef #handmade #maker #makersgonnamake #knifelife #relationships #friends #outdoor #custom #hunter #kitchen #knivesofig #knifecommunity #knifecollection #awesome #bushcraft #artknife #diy #beauty #christian 
What an honor to present this damascus hand axe to this mighty man who has meant so much to so many. I'm blessed to have a group of guys in my life who help me be a better man, and he is one of the best I've ever known. Thanks Neill. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker ##knifecollection #damascus #handmade #axe #art #beauty #mensministry #masculinity #friends #faith #sharp #ironsharpensiron #theriverministries #chopper #christian 
Really fell in love with this shape. 10-in integral 1085. African blackwood handle. Might be one of my favorite chef's knives ever. Managed to finish this one up today despite being out of power thanks to a good friend who loaned me a generator. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chef #knifelife #cooking #carbonsteel #cookware #integral #beauty #beautiful #maker #makersgonnamake #knivesofig #knifecommunity #knifecollection #awesome #smalltownfriendly #steel #hammer #sharp #christian 
I've been able to partner with several ministries this year, and I couldn't be happier about partnering with @theanvil2717 The Anvil men's ministry with a series of special edition EDC hunters. Walnut handles and antiqued finish. They will have these at their upcoming men's event and on their website https://deeprootsministries.org/knifefundraiser/ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #knife #knifelife #smalltownfriendly #men #menofgod #mensministry #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #friends #family #outdoor #hunter #walnut #antique #leather #christian 
Great day at @southmountainchristiancamp and got to meet a smith I'm a big fan of @forged_by_joy . Check her out on IG. She does great work. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #friends #family #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #goodcleanfun #bushcraft #diy #maker #makersgonnamake #christian 
Full tang integral 12 in chef's knife from 1085 Hitachi, with bloodwood scales and brass pins. A challenging build, but well worth the effort. Just over .06 at the spine at the heel. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chef #knifelife #cooking #carbonsteel #cookware #integral #beauty #beautiful #maker #makersgonnamake #knivesofig #knifecommunity #knifecollection #awesome #smalltownfriendly #steel #hammer #sharp #christian 
WIP #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #bushcraft #cutter #getudachopper#chopper #competition #forge #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #outdoor #hunter #knifeclass #edc #carolina #carolinacutter #everydaycarry #knivesofig #maker #makersgonnamake #beauty #knifelife #smalltownfriendly #christian 
I had the privilege of making a blade with a missionary friend from Guatemala. I forged it yesterday and Juanpa and I finished it today. Ebony handle with mosaic pin and 100 layer woodgrain Damascus etched with "Es necesario que él crezca, pero que yo mengüe." This is Juanpa's favorite scripture, John 3:30 "He must increase, but I must decrease." ESV #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #friends #damascus #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #goodcleanfun #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifelife #relationships #knifeclass #knifecommunity #ebony #beautiful #art #bushcraft #diy #maker #makersgonnamake #christian 
Pictures don't do this one justice. Redeemed 5160 spring steel, with mild steel D -Guard and Pommel nut. Hand forged, with a brut de forge finish. Machete/kukri inspired. The handle is the coolest part. It is the original teak decking from the most decorated battleship in WWII, the USS NC. I called this one the battleship. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chopper #machete #kukri #battleship #USSNC #thankyouforyourservice #teak #reclaimed #awesome #dguard #artknife #knivesofig #knifecollection #knifelife #beauty #recurve #sword #brutdeforge #christian 
Great 2 day class! Check out these knives! 3 slots open for next class. Message me to get in. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifelife #relationships #friends #outdoors #custommade #knifeclass #knifecommunitiy #family #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #goodcleanfun #bushcraft #diy #maker #makersgonnamake #christian 
Massive spike knife.... Actually, just a regular spike knife on my 20lb @hollandanvil with my @bigbluhammer press in the background. No sponsorships just a shout out to some great American companies. I know people in both and that's why I like them. I hope people feel the same way about me and @yellowroseforge #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #smalltownfriendly #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #friends #family #madeintheusa #real #relationships #people #notaboutthemoney #christian 
Here's two I just finished. It's a new design I call The Carolina Cutter. Both in 100 layer raindrop damascus of 1080 and 15n20. One with Snakewood and one with Cocobolo. Really had fun making these. Which one do you like better Thanks to the guys @carolinatradition for ordering the first 2 and for taking a couple of these photos. Did you see the video they did for me? Check it out and maybe win a damascus knife. ⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #bushcraft #cutter #chopper #competition #forge #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #outdoor #hunter #knifeclass #edc #carolina #carolinacutter #everydaycarry #knivesofig #snakewood #cocobolo #maker #makersgonnamake #beauty #knifelife #smalltownfriendly #christian 
Giveaway! What is Yellow Rose Forge? Who are we and why do we do this? I'm so glad you asked. I've been dying to tell you. Follow on FB and IG and share this video to enter a drawing for a handmade damascus knife hand forged by Billy Salyers. Thanks to @theandyupton @aaronconnercreative @dustinsway @carolinatradition for the video work. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chef #handmade #maker #makersgonnamake #knifelife #relationships #friends #outdoor #custom #hunter #kitchen #knivesofig #knifecommunity #knifecollection #awesome #bushcraft #artknife #giveaway #beauty #christian 
The Shards of Narsil as a Chef's knife. This one was fun. It is hand forged from 1080 and 15n20 high carbon steels into a 100 layer pattern welded damascus pattern. The handle is African blackwood and composite pins with nickel bosters. The tengwar script reads "second breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner supper." This brings to mind the blade's name; while you may refer to it as the Numenorean Chef or the Chef of Narsil, I prefer to call it "Elevensies." The other side reads, in hobbit inspired handwriting, "Taste and see that the Lord is good" Ps 34:8 Inspired by the Shards of Narsil, It is a beautiful knife, yet, despite it’s beauty, is meant to be used. This is precisely what Christ does for us. Our lives are uniquely shaped for his service and glory. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #diy #lotr #aragorn #kitchen #cooking #chefsknife #shardsofnarsil #smalltownfriendly #dadjokes #hammer #sharp #heattreat #forge #forged #maker #makersgonnamake #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifecollection #knivesofig #knifelife #beauty #christian 
Just finished my favorite chef's knife ever. Why is it my favorite? Because it has my son's signature on it as well as mine. This 100 layer raindrop chef's knife was forged as a collaboration between me and JoJo. We forged it together, finished it together. He's getting ready to go away for the next year for mission work overseas. I couldn't be prouder of him. I started smithing as a summer project with my kids. It has turned into my full time occupation and my ministry. It funded the way for my son to go do mission work, and it gives me innumerable opportunities to share my faith with others. I'm so grateful to share this journey with my family and friends. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Acts 14:17 Yet he did not leave himself without witness, for he did good by giving you rains from heaven and fruitful seasons, satisfying your hearts with food and gladness.” ESV⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chef #knifelife #cooking #family #mission #fatherandson #beauty #beautiful #maker #makersgonnamake #knivesofig #knifecommunity #knifecollection #awesome #smalltownfriendly #steel #hammer #sharp #christian 
WIP #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chopper #machete #ku#recurve #sword #brutdeforge #christian 
2 classes in 2 days. I'm exhausted, but so glad to share this craft work with some new knife makers at @tryonartsandcrafts Amazing groups. I got one or two slots left in my October Class @yellowroseforge and 4 just opened in November. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knfiecollector #knifeclass #knifelife #relationships #friends #outdoor #hunter #droppoint #christian 
One of the great pleasures I have is partnering with ministries. This is a modified version of my signature blade the "Getuda Chopper" with tiger maple, African blackwood, and hand tooled leather sheath. The handle material was part of an unfinished fiddle left by a late local craftsman. The damascus pattern is 100 layers of 1080 and 15n20. The tooling on the sheath is inspired by the tiger striping of the wood. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #zoweh #heartofawarrior #ministry #handmade #damascus #diy #forge #forged #getudachopper #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifecollection #knivesofig #knifelife #beauty #hunter #outdoor #clippoint #harpoon #itwillkeal #itwillkill #forgedinfire #dadjokes #christian 
Just finished a matched set of throwers for a friend's granddaughters. Hand forged 4140 redeemed steel with burnt hickory handles and some custom etching. Really happy with how they turned out. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #dadjokes #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #axe #throwingaxe #damascus #forgedinfire #itwillkeal #itwillkill #learn #maker #custom #steel #knivesofig #beardedaxe #viking #tribal #etch #makersgonnamake #family #knifemaker #christian 
Just finished this pattern welded damascus axe. Hand forged 1080 and 15n20. Shaving sharp. Burnt hickory handle. Drifting and shaping the eye through the Damascus nearly made this Damascus a few times. See what I did there? ⠀ Super fun to make this even if it times it was frustrating. I love learning new things. That's one of the things that makes this craft amazing. Sorry I've been slow on posting lately. I've got a couple of projects that I finished up that I just can't share yet so that I don't ruin the surprise. God bless you all. And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” Rev 21:5 ESV #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #dadjokes #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #axe #throwingaxe #damascus #forgedinfire #itwillkeal #itwillkill #learn #maker #makersgonnamake #family #knifemaker #christian 
A matched set of bushcraft hunters with bronze pins in lignum handles. 100 layer pattern welded 1080 and 15n20. Made these for a friend. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #damascus #bushcraft # #diy #forge #fire #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #outdoor #hunter #droppoint #knifeclass #edc #everydaycarry #knivesofig #lignum #lignumvitae #maker #makersgonnamake #beauty #leather #knifelife #smalltownfriendly #christian 
Just finished a super fun class with a couple of Father/Son teams. Great work on the blades guys. I really love getting to see families do stuff like this. To me, this kind of time is more than just good clean (well maybe not clean) fun. It's an act of worship by honoring God with the ones he has blessed you to share life with.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifelife #relationships #friends #outdoor #custom #knifeclass #knifecommunity #knifeclass #fatherandson #family #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #goodcleanfun #bushcraft #diy #maker #makersgonnamake #christian 
Just finished a super fun class with a couple of Father/Son teams. Great work on the blades guys. I really love getting to see families do stuff like this. To me, this kind of time is more than just good clean (well maybe not clean) fun. It's an act of worship by honoring God with the ones he has blessed you to share life with.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #knifelife #relationships #friends #outdoor #custom #knifeclass #knifecommunity #knifeclass #fatherandson #family #knivesofig #learnknifemaking #goodcleanfun #bushcraft #diy #maker #makersgonnamake #christian 
Forgot to take more pics of this one before I shipped it off to Alaska. Dadao inspired machete with a little bit of cleaver influence. 5160 brut de forge blade with forge finished hardware and black walnut handle. 13 in blade. #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #knifemaker #chef #knifelife #beauty #brutdeforge #dao #cleaver #machete #bigknife #sword #original #knifelife #knifecommunity #knifecollection #awesome #bushcraft #knivesofig #christian 
Been wanting to try one of these for a while. So far so good. Lots of work to do still lots of questions to axe... #yellowroseforge #redeemedsteel #forgedinfirechampion #billysalyers #handmade #rutherfordton #forged #knife #blacksmith #bladesmith #axe #forgedinfire #itwillkeal #itwillkill #learn #maker #makersgonnamake #family #knifemaker #christian