5 Must-Have Metalworking And Welding Tools For Beginners // Quick Tips

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Here are my picks for the five must-have tools when you're getting into metalworking and welding! This certainly isn't a complete list of all the tools you'd ever need to get into metalworking, but these tools will get you started and will be used no matter how much gear you add to your metalworking arsenal. Enjoy!
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[@rokpodlogar6062]

"buy once, cry once" that's a sweet expression.

[@jeffaroo71]

Sick of hearing that. Hipsters act like they invented the damn saying

[@bsnoonan]

Why the hell did I watch this.. now I'm going to go out and spend a whole load of money getting this stuff and learning how to weld

[@ASAPJermz]

You just described my life the past 6 months I've spent probably $3000 on power and hand tools plus a B Tank, Torch and Welding Machine recently! I hope I made the right decision 😂

[@WeldingForJesus]

Welding is great because even duct tape has its limitations on big metal structures.

[@Mikey-ym6ok]

Because you’ve been chosen. Go learn to weld. Expand your skills and you expand your wages

[@bsnoonan]

@@Mikey-ym6ok ya welders make 250k a year at the plant I work

[@ASAPJermz]

@@bsnoonan Dangerous but worth it!

[@BaMBaM-gi6yx]

I'm going to trade school to learn all forms of welding. This video is extremely helpful thank you!

[@angelmontiel3186]

Same here

[@mateozavala1444]

@@angelmontiel3186 How was your experience? I’m bout to take my compentency tomorrow to enter a program

[@glenmerwyn5195]

Thanks for the tip on not using a cut-off wheel for the wrong purpose. I've seen the results of an accident (where one disintegrated) and it was ugly. More people need to mention that.

[@JeverHuelse]

For the metal-work-beginner the most important thing to start with is a workbench(1) and a vise(2). Angel-Grinder(3) is a must-have, indeed. Mandatory are the hand tools(4) like Skrewdriver, wrenches, hammer, pliers and so on. Not to forget a socket wrench set (5). These top 5 makes you ready to go. Next on the whish-list might be things like table drill press, welding machine, benchgrinder and other nice-to-haves!

[@spydercoslacker7466]

A welder is a necessity for metalworking.

[@WhiteDesignsUSA]

@@spydercoslacker7466 a welder is only a necessity for welding. Only a small part of metal work is welding.

[@nathanjohn367]

enlightened58 it isn't

[@BonusHole]

I like how this video suggests drill bits but not a drill.

[@sethakym]

I would definitely add a wire wheel for the grinder. Anytime I use stick or flux core welding I use that a lot more often than a chipping hammer. It’s quicker and it won’t leave any dings on the weld. Also a quality bastard file is very handy, especially after cutting metal, granted that is more of a hand tool.

[@craftedworkshop]

Both great additions for sure!

[@fml5910]

That's great tip.

[@christopherweick5903]

If it’s a good weld, almost all your slag will come off with a good scrape. I usually keep a sharpened 7018 rod with me and use it as a pick if there’s tight inside corners, like with full pen vertical

[@fallenseraph5V]

A good square and tape measure.

[@samueldella-maggiore5092]

Digital calipers :)

[@Mikey-ym6ok]

Samuel Della-Maggiore F digital calipers. They can go to hell. They’re unreliable, inaccurate and inconsistent.

[@clarence4343]

I was going to say tape measure and marker or chalk haha

[@akinwalearobieke3270]

@@Mikey-ym6ok mitutoyo digital verniers aren't unreliable, inaccurate or inconsistent lol

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

The past month I’ve done a few metal projects with friends set up for that and this list is spot on from what I’ve experienced.

[@jaheemshaw4026]

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[@DIMTips]

The build of my craftsman garage toold continues. Great video.

[@stormbytes]

Wow... you are REALLY on a roll this month. The content is totally 5-star. Don't know how long you can keep pumping this great stuff out but will certainly enjoy it while you do. Good job!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Daniel, definitely been pushing it!

[@ginathebiker9334]

Love the tips and the recommendations that you mentioned in this video. I was looking foward to learning how to weld before I become a mechanic. Thanks again!!

[@neilf4128]

Thank you soooo much!!! Great information. Im excited to get started

[@anonlost5477]

Im an amateur blacksmith hobbyist. But i did a small class for welding in Ag back in middle school. This means that I think just broadening my hobby to metalworking would be beneficial

[@RenoReDevelopment]

Thanks Crafted Workshop- I just picked up an MP 210 last week (mostly influenced from watching you, Diresta, April, Jackman,etc on youtube) and boom.... just saw the rebate!!! Just filled it out and so stoked. Also the welder is worlds better than the box store welder I started with. I'll send in a letter to Lincoln to let them know you guys helped me make my choice to get into welding. Keep up the great work! Thanks always for the inspiration!

[@craftedworkshop]

That’s awesome, thanks Michael!

[@fredricchopin5607]

Loved that complete drill bit set

[@claire2430]

I agree on the need for a tripod. It was making me feel seasick.

[@nhartman7]

Great Video! Not really going to do much welding but the working with metal and the tips about bits especially the drill / tap / counter sink bit!

[@craftedworkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@houndsmanone4563]

Thanks for the list of items beginners must have.

[@amgleft]

Thanks for the cool video. Very helpful info. I'd be interested in a companion video to this that talked about the safety gear too. That is something I am not sure about and would appreciate some guidance as to what is needed. You mentioned the helmet and a jacket, but a deeper dive into what to look for and what will work well would be great.

[@pinkponyofprey1965]

Great high density information!!! Thanks!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks, glad it was helpful!

[@cillin4821]

only just came across your channel - watching and getting some ideas. really love the shelving for your tools in the background. did you do a video on it? best tools organizers???

[@donziperk]

Great tips on tools. I have switched from fibre cut off wheels to the Lenox diamond wheels. No black dust, they don’t break apart and send shrapnel flying across the shop and the diameter doesn’t change. They are pricey but I like em. Home Depot has a Diablo one for 19$

[@robburke5577]

Good info. Thanks!

[@patcruz7867]

Awesome and informative video on metalworking and welding form beginners. Thank you.

[@lehuahoney9478]

Hell yeah, I'm a 18 year Carpenter with multi trades to include electric, finishing, and concrete. Thank you I've been metal working. Cutting, drilling, mounting; aluminum, stainless, brass, ar500...And now it's the next natural step to weld it myself. Your video was very helpful thank you.

[@regularamerican8446]

18 good good night lots off 18 do all that

[@kipgillis1722]

Have this same welder for 4 years or so. After I got it dialed in it feels really professional and comparable to the nicer welders at work.

[@daxinventor3542]

You are a natural teacher. Good job Bro.

[@Mitalayeka]

This information has been helpful, thanks CW.

[@snoopu2601]

Thank you for showing the basic tools that a beginner welder is going to need.

[@craftedworkshop]

You’re welcome!

[@FennahMakes]

Thanks Johnny for The tips!!!

[@theodorebowers9737]

Thank you thank Lincoln we are appreciate their smarter as well very well done

[@MakerGray]

This is so helpful. Thanks!!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome stuff Johnny! 👍👊

[@scotti3Dont123]

raking hammer, the leftover glass is slag and mig does leave mild amounts cool video

[@bowtechlover1]

Hey there. Man what a great video. I’m getting into welding and looking to go to school for it. I’m hoping to do it in the side while working all the while trying to do some business for local farmers and fixing their farm equipment. Thank you for the great video and look forward to many more.

[@youngkid518]

Me too 💯

[@BruceAUlrich]

Good tips, Johnny! I still want to get into metal working!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Bruce, you should! It’s super fun.

[@Chilllybob]

Thanks , learned a lot never knew about those pliers The only thing I have is an angle grinder which I got from harbor freight for like $15 but I hardly use it so it's perfect.

[@rjskum688]

Harbor Freight gets alot of hate but its a great place to start.

[@shellylauze6068]

For grinders I always get the 2for 1 box set one I set with cutting the other with grinding. Save time for prep work. for the table that will be a good start to help metal wielding this can teach wielding. Drill bits hole saws but yes also. Don't be cheap because if they brake taps also if they brake in your work they really can be a pain to get out

[@alewijnsl2668]

'If welding is gonna be something you stick with' 😂😂😂

[@FarmerFpv]

No pun? lol.

[@samueldella-maggiore5092]

Farmer Fpv stick welding also known as ark welding

[@hemzxk1ng291]

*Old School welders cry with laughter*

[@TheDesertRat31]

Awesome. That welder rebate is great. I'll have to go with thst. I got a PM 180 dual, but I'd rather have the multi process so I can grow in skills. That drill/tap combo is cool. I'm definitely getting some of those!

[@craftedworkshop]

Awesome Bob, have fun!

[@tommystaylor5808]

I have the Lincoln 210 as well great little welder I love it no problems with it except an electrical issue Lincoln fixed it just fine.

[@peterford9369]

I haven't done any electric welding, only torch, so most of ur help went by me, haha. Maybe one of these years. But mostly a weekend warrior, so not a big deal. Thanks though.

[@mikebell6062]

I own 5 Lincoln welders, 2 flux core for the outdoor quick repairs for customers ( fences,doors etc) I have a Lincoln 3200 HD weld pac I use for Aluminum, 1 Lincoln 180 I run 85/15 Argon (220v) and the Lincoln 210 with 100% Co2 for window bars , metal doors light frame work, for stck welding I try to run 220v only. The only welders I use in my shop are Lincolns.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Good tips, thanks!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks man!

[@Bettinasisrg]

Good video, but if you can't afford $1000 for a welder to see if it's something that you may do, get a $100 flux core with .35 small wire spool (110v) . That way you can mess around without busting the bank, and I like flux core for some things. Do your research, and have fun too!

[@jay-rus4437]

I bought a new lincoln 110 and use fluxcore. The machine can also run gas, but for the minimal amount of metal work that I do in my shop it seems to be an good option. If I remember correctly I spent around $750-800 for everything to get set up. That included the machine, auto tint helmet, additional wire, gloves, and other tools mentioned here. I spent some time practicing on various welds and material thickness. Overall pretty happy with the set up based on my needs

[@Kaizer357]

I'd agree on most of that, except for the fact of the cheap end welders don't produce the high quality welds that's needed for metal depending on thicknesses. Plus money comes and goes, ppl that don't know how to budget their money compared to those whom save up wisely and spend wisely goes a long way.

[@samnottheotherone4363]

Don't use the cheapest harbor freight one, it runs AC

[@michaelsoutherland3023]

I got a $100 stick welder that says ZENY on the side and it seems pretty good on 120V, it'll do 25 to 75 amp all day long though it's maybe 30V OC. Have yet to run it on 220V @160 amp (60% Duty cycle) but maxing out a welder suggests something bigger would actually be the right tool for the job.

[@FriedTurkey]

I remember owning a CMI angle grinder. Bought it as a kid for 20 bucks which was a lot of money for me at the time. I used it at least 10 times every month at the minimum. Welding my Miata's sill finally did that angle grinder in. 20 bucks for 7 years of service.

[@gratismedia6574]

Great video and information for novice metalworkers like myself..now I just need the blueprint(s) to build a solar-powered porcupine needle puller..

[@jonkwilloughby]

Thanks, very helpful!

[@artiet5982]

At the moment, I am researching getting into welding and buying a introductory welder (prob stick), so this video is AMAZING. as are most of your videos. Thanks again Johnny! Really appreciate the information and insights to these tools!

[@simonhenriksen3924]

Well he forgot you need gass like an argon co2 mix or just pure co2

[@mikehenthorn1778]

sir go with a multi process machine. even one of the harbor freight ones. then learn stick / smaw . if you can do that you can do anything. also note that tig and oxy fuel welding work the same. 1 uses electric and the other uses gas and flame to melt the metal. i learned on gas and moving to stick was a hard jump for me. my tig looks like art, my mig looks like i know what i am doing. my stick looks like i have a brain injury and or a stroke. it penetrants and holds but looks like crap on top. getting better every day but not willing to trust it on my boilers yet.

[@MultiTom1956]

Very nice and a good educational video a good information for begginers . Thank you

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@currencylab]

I really like your workshop man. Really nice. Just ordered a Bosch angle grinder first. Since it's the most useful tool. Next I want to get a 2 in 1 welder, tig and arc. Thanks for the info

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks a lot! Good luck on your metalworking.

[@johneder3966]

Thanks for the list and tips!

[@MrJmoering]

Great video. Love these beginner videos

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Jarrett!

[@erisi6204]

Great video, thank you

[@toshilongkumer2502]

Thank you sir... You really helped me , a person who is unemployed and broke ..

[@PBS-nm1uu]

great presentation thanks for all the info.

[@Yusufmasron]

Thanks for the video, very useful

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Yusuf!

[@ziyaaddocrat5185]

Very educational video

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks, glad it was useful!

[@jipiquittot]

Awesome video, thank you!

[@robertestevan9460]

Best way to learn at your community college or an old school welder that's been around. We have a lot to teach

[@PBS-nm1uu]

nice video please do one on magnet which are good ones from the fake ones thanks.

[@StonnieDennis]

Thank you!

[@kaylababson5098]

very professionally done video! Awesome content :-)

[@craftedworkshop]

Appreciate it!

[@SebasCordero]

Just found your channel, awesome content and on point video quality kudos for that!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks a lot!

[@jcharles2417]

Thanks for disclosing the sponsorship. It gives you more credibility than trying to sneak it through

[@ff-qf1th]

you're legally required to disclose all sponsors

[@mrharlemike28]

Great information! Gotta wait a bit for that Mig tho. I want it! 😍😍😍 Thank you for sharing your wisdom!

[@Manny.64]

Awesome video Johnny. Very useful 👍🏼✌🏻

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Great tips SIr !!! Cheers !!!

[@jimdandy9671]

Great shop! everything is in never been used condition.

[@snoopu2601]

You for got the wire brush to clean the weld? That's what I use to lay another weld on top of the other weld. I don't use the chipping hammer that puts dents in your welded work. The chipping hammer is good for stick welding.

[@fightforlife1448]

Beautiful shop man , and good maintain ,

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@a86112a]

Ive been rocking the same lincoln viking for 3 years now. Every costumer that walks in our shop has to check it out. Best money ive spent on a hood.

[@craftedworkshop]

Nice!

[@staralissa28]

A welding table would be a great 1st project when getting into welding🙌

[@craftedworkshop]

For sure!

[@garagemonkeysan]

Great video on metal working. If you're going to weld, I'd also thrown in a wire brush. Thanks for sharing! : )

[@craftedworkshop]

Definitely, wire brush is one I forgot to mention!

[@rollformingbrotherunion4091]

very helpful

[@quentinsherratt7969]

Excellent video💯🎯

[@MotorScotti]

Great tips, thanks!

[@hunterp7821]

Thank you for the vid!

[@UDoIt2]

Great video Johnny. Great meeting you at workbenchcon! I found your video because I searched "welding for beginners" and your video popped up. Because I recognized you I clicked.

[@craftedworkshop]

That’s awesome, thanks!

[@solomonazubuike5132]

Yo Good morning 🌞 You are doing a great work bruh Am new here And am preparing to go into welding and fabrication I will love to see more basics Have lovely day 😊

[@heavymetalworks6375]

That mp 210 welder will do stick/ arc welding also.

[@TheBeardedJeeper]

New subscriber here. I am getting into welding and fabrication on my jeep projects. I need to save for a good welder. I really like the look of that welder

[@craftedworkshop]

It is a great welder for sure!

[@steelmand]

A great portable welding machine for the beginner and intermediate welder also light industrial jobs.

[@brucenovotny5924]

Great video. Thanks, man. 👍🙏👍

[@flat9safety]

I really dont understand how you don't have more subs. Keep up the good work! Came here from Seth's :-)

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks man!

[@LJOS21]

GREAT VIDEO BRO!!! CHEERS FROM VENEZUELA.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks man!

[@benvin10365]

Very helpful video!

[@kevlarshanahan1087]

Fantastic, no fluff all good info. I wish I would have seen this 3 yers ago, that same MP210 is $1700 today :( Thank you!!

[@thedarkking806]

ty for this video..

[@ZiggySmallz204]

I started out with a Miller multimatic 215

[@nateb4543]

For beginners, are there any projects to suggest for practice?Maybe good places to find scrap steel as well? The old recycling center nearby is no more

[@tituskabaso8810]

This video is best and I love it, and I want more information about welding, so what are you supposed to do for you to become a best welder?

[@stizandelasage]

Great video!

[@ericsills5290]

What about stick welder feature. For the money it’s a good process and the best way to learn to weld

[@Yonatan24]

How about a drill, if you don't have one? Would a regular corded drill be enough, or do you need a strong drill, like a cordless drill? Is there any use for a regular woodworking cordless drill in your metalworking projects? BTW you can buy the hex shank drill taps for *A SIXTH* of the price on eBay, and they are great! A set of 6 for I think around $5!!

[@craftedworkshop]

Of course a drill would be a prerequisite, but I'm assuming most people watching this video own a drill. I use the same drills I use for my woodworking in my metalworking, as I'm generally not drilling very large holes.

[@newralphended]

Great vid, man, informative, and to the point without a lotta trying to be funny or cute for the camera. TOO MANY people mug it up trying to act like Tim The Tool-man or something. Really enjoyed watching. Keep 'em coming.

[@rock012182]

Hi Johnny, I am a welder by trade and now a welding inspector. I still weld in the garage and I wanted to tell you this video was spot on! Your 5 tools, definitions, and terminology were perfect! Anyone could get started and feel confident with those tools and tips. -Matthew

[@craftedworkshop]

That’s awesome! I’m feeling more and more comfortable in my welding these days and I’m glad that comfort is warranted 😊

[@darenscott1718]

What advice do you have for someone trying to get into the field of welding inspection?

[@RayPlant77]

Except for the part that you can't weld aluminium with that particular welder type.

[@cleokey]

Carts and welding tables are great first projects. The local college just cancelled all the shop classes (auto, wood, welding etc) and now focus on transferring student to four year university instead. They said to expensive and low enrollment, sad day indeed as it created a lot of good jobs for students.

[@craftedworkshop]

Wow, that’s a bummer! Not everyone is destined for a four year degree.

[@KuKuroChan]

Really useful video bro tnx

[@chrismartinez3317]

Thanks so much for this video, i was just gifted a welder this week and had no idea where to start for other tools needed to actually get going.

[@craftedworkshop]

Nice, good timing! Have fun welding.

[@VanagonL]

Chop saw is a must.

[@wilhelmmaravilla8898]

Great video thanks for sharing