A Minimalist Blacksmith Shop set deep in the woods. To me that's perfection.
@ironcladranchandforge72922 жыл бұрын
Nice job Glen!! I like your primitive on the road setup.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Me too. I like going as minimal as possible. Thanks Jeff.
@khildrak2 жыл бұрын
Now i want to go out and make some Rebar tongs!!! Nice work man!
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I once made rebar tongs before and they were uncomfortable. But this pair is pretty nice. Thanks.
@robertsimmons35562 жыл бұрын
Yes it was an enjoyable post Glen! Hope all is going well and you are enjoying your time in the Pacific North West.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
It took me a little getting readjusted to (Pacific NW) but after a little time, I feel I'm back in my element. Just in time to go back to Taiwan! Thanks.
@damianmcneely78842 жыл бұрын
Always an inspiration watching you work Glen! And you don't need all the gadgets and whatnot, just the desire to make it work with what you have...great job
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I like the minimalist approach. Simple always seems better to me. Sure there are limitations but that's OK. Thanks Damian.
@iainhetherington46082 жыл бұрын
I imagine Glen that this is how it all started well done, Ive got a full blown workshop and I will make my tongs like this . Cheers from Aus
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
This is how it started and how it has mainly remained for me! I see to gravitate towards minimal setups. Thanks Iain.
@jamesw99302 жыл бұрын
Now you're doing my kinda blacksmithing. Great video as always
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I myself really enjoy watching when there's no background noise. Unfortunately, my peace and quiet will end soon. Thanks.
@canoelicker2 жыл бұрын
Yes, nothing more rewarding than producing a great asset from a minimalistic approach. Again, you make it look easy as well Glen.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I just like when things are simple. It's what got me into blacksmithing in the first place. Thanks Colin.
@canoelicker2 жыл бұрын
@@gstongs I do, too. Also - same here ! I believe people are truly happier in life if it is simpler. Just about to watch the new vid... have a great day, Glen !
@guyeswanson79583 ай бұрын
What a splendid little set up, you could box this up and take it anywhere Cool
@MySickstring2 жыл бұрын
That was cool watching you make them. Thanks Glen
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I'll do more projects using this mini forge. Thanks.
@Alanbataar2 жыл бұрын
I just made a present for my wife, who is a fanatic cactus gardener -- a set of "garden tweezers" also made out of rebar. It's a pair of flat jaw tongs with the grip thickness set to zero, and the reins drawn out long. I was channeling my inner Glenn while I made them. It must have worked, the rivet, boss and jaws are the best I've made... the reins are a bit chunkier than they need to be, but rebar is tough stuff.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Alan, I'm glad you could get anything from watching / channeling your inner GS. The rebar I used for these is also harder than I expected. Thanks.
@TheOldaz12 жыл бұрын
Considering the rudimentary set-up, you did a nice job. Some of that rebar can be a real pita to work. Thanks Glen.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
This rebar was way harder than I thought it would be. Thanks for continuing to watch and support my channel.
@richardhazell26012 жыл бұрын
Another very informative video Glen. I'm waiting on the delivery of my mini forge so really pleased to see one in use. Can't wait to see other things you've made using it. Thanks, Richard.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Richard, let me know how your mini forge works for you. I'll post another video of me using this forge again very soon. Thanks for all.
@richardhazell26012 жыл бұрын
My forged arrived ahead of schedule. It's quite small isn't it! But, after using a few times now, I love it. I've been using propane now for so long that I'd forgotten the joy at using a charcoal forge. I'll be using it next weekend at my first live demo session at the summer Derbyshire Show in the UK. So I'm doing plenty of practising with small bits and bobs. So far, so great. Thanks for helping me find this little gem of a forge... Keep on cranking (anticlockwise). Cheers. Richard.
@jonandersen33472 жыл бұрын
Nice. I love forging out of my elements. Building myself a more portable set up.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jon, This forge is a winner. Now how long will it last is another question. We'll see... Thanks.
@1kbs112 жыл бұрын
Welcome home friend. Thanks for an inspirational video. (JF)
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hey JF, Glad you like this one. Thanks.
@danshazar66832 жыл бұрын
You are certainly the tong champion !!! thank you for teaching easy way to make tongs 👏👏👏🙏
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, There's so many ways to go about tongs. This may appeal to those without much in the way of tooling. Thanks.
@ChristCenteredIronworks2 жыл бұрын
They came out great Glen 👌
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hey Roy, Not a bad pair of tongs. This rebar is pretty hard - harder than I expected. Thanks.
@ZENMASTERME12 жыл бұрын
Pacific Northwest? You could be anywhere from Northern California all the way up to Seattle, I’ve lived everywhere in between. I lived in Paradise Commifornia, Beaverton Oregon, Vancouver Washington, Grayland Washington. Enjoy your stay Glenn.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I'm staying in Castle Rock, WA. but my property is in Shelton, WA. I've been enjoying but really busy. Thanks.
@plakor61332 жыл бұрын
Perfect! This video will help me make my 1st set of tongs. Thanks.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Good luck in your blacksmithing and thanks for watching.
@RRINTHESHOP2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Glen, for just in the backyard Blacksmithing.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I do some of my best work in fly-by-night setups. Just my personality I guess. Thanks Randy.
@armageddontools2 жыл бұрын
For all of you that struggle to get a blower -old cars had cabin heating with centrifugal fans.VW Kombi type 2 was one of them ,many other cars used blowers as well. You can supply it with power with old style battery charger. Another super cheap option is to dismantle simple hair dryer -it runs on 12 DC if you dump the heat element out and connect wires directly.Again 5A battery transformer charger works for power supply . I use mechanical air control on both ,simple gate valve style works fine. If you want it to be cheap ,time to become dumpster diving champion ! P.S i tried bellows once and it was absolute nightmare for my hands !
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your insightful comment.
@paulorchard79602 жыл бұрын
Excellent Glen, anything to get you forging!
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I just like the peace and quiet that comes with a hand cranked forge. Gas is great but the noise isn't my favorite. Be well my friend.
@ads10350642 жыл бұрын
Good job Glen this is way I have so many Tongs of yours they are well built so thankvyou for all yiu do
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Tony, I really do appreciate all the business you've given me. I'll keep trying my best.
@robertmseay76412 жыл бұрын
You can never keep a good, guerilla-style blacksmith down ! Good job.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Haha! Good point. Thanks Robert.
@TalRohan2 жыл бұрын
I have on of those little blowers amongst my kit, I spent a long time turining it the wrong way too, its Eureka moment when you turn it the right way and your forge goes up to heat.....
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
It even has an arrow showing the right direction but I overlooked it. Now that I'm turning it correctly, it has made a world of difference. Thanks.
@krzysztofmichuka84262 жыл бұрын
wow... i was planning to buy that kind of small forge on etsy to see if i can use it for some backyard hobby. great to see that it`s not only for jewelry :) great vid btw
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I'm really enjoying this forge and would recommend it. Of course it has limitations but for small workpieces, it's great. Thanks.
@armandhammer96172 жыл бұрын
Your skill makes this look easy but I know better. I know what you mean about being out of your element. I'm a carpenter and when I go visit family sometimes they have a little project but without "my" tools I'm just an ordinary joe trying to do something with homeowner tools.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Very well said. I've been to others' shops and always struggle. Sometimes just lighting an unfamiliar forge is a pain. Thanks.
@yashasvi_handa Жыл бұрын
Agreed sir
@ulfhedtyrsson2 жыл бұрын
Nice. I do traditional so thats closer to my set up. Other than my forge i built from granite from my mountains. Ive tried to make tongs and they always turn out terrible. I can make 5ft weapons grade swords, axes, spears, knives, machetes but not even a tiny little pair of wire bender tongs lol.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
This really is closer to my heart - the peace and quiet - sound of the hand cranked blower and crackling of the charcoal is like music to me. As for tongs, I can make them but not much else! Thanks.
@ronthacker2112 жыл бұрын
AOK, Glen... good job.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated Ron.
@celticfrostherbs Жыл бұрын
Love your technique, truly a natural
@grahamjamieson77522 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video mate, you're a true artisan
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your comment my friend. I'll keep trying... Thanks.
@tstephen9512 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Glen! Do some more! Do some more! 😉
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Will do - more similar stuff to follow. Really enjoying this mini forge. Thanks.
@Davidjeng0492 жыл бұрын
A real tradesman can produce anything with the minimum amount of tools.👍
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi David, I get lucky every now and then! And I do minimal pretty well. Thanks.
@FarmsteadForge Жыл бұрын
Nice job, it always throws me out of whack when I'm not in my element.
@Whipple12 жыл бұрын
"Gorilla Blacksmithing". I think you are propagating a new genre of smithing. Plus, the gorilla reference wasn't lost on me! Funny. LOL Cheers! Whipple
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hey Whipple, I meant guerilla but with my hairy body, gorilla is also applicable! Thanks.
@Whipple12 жыл бұрын
@@gstongs Yeah. You tried to slip that one past me, didn’t you? LOL Cheers! Whipple
@Qrunch2 жыл бұрын
Nice job! Did you heat the brass/bronze brush at the end? That was new to me. I might try it :)
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
A real brass brush will impart some color/brass onto a warm workpiece. Give it a go. Thanks.
@MinionsSmithy2 жыл бұрын
As always, another great video! You always make it look so easy, lol! I live in Vancouver, WA here in the Pacific northwest. Where are you visiting? Are you from this area originally? I have never heard about that in your videos before. Hope you're having a great time!
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I'm staying in Castle Rock, WA but my property is in Shelton WA. By the way, I used to live in Vancouver, WA. I'm originally from Staten Island. Thanks.
@MinionsSmithy2 жыл бұрын
@@gstongs , Damn, Glen, you're just a n hour up I-5 from me! Would love to meet up sometime just to chat!
@marcopolo11192 жыл бұрын
Congratulations for your video. how much charcoal did you use in this project? Best regards.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Marco, not very much, maybe used about 1/4 of that bag or less. Hard to tell exactly. Thanks for watching.
@rodricbr Жыл бұрын
awesome, but I'll have to make the "hole puncher" tool first though...
@skilletborne Жыл бұрын
Or if you can, borrow a drill or dremel A punch is a wonderful thing to have, but you end up in a loop knowing you need tongs to make a punch, but you need a punch to make tongs
@tomcarlson32442 жыл бұрын
Is that blower hot enough to forge weld. I just used a coal forge once an I would like a small coal forge to play wth
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Tom, I believe I can reach welding temp (even with charcoal) on smaller workpieces with this forge. I'll try soon enough. Thanks.
@noahnipperus73208 ай бұрын
Thank you for another amazing video
@backwoodsbushcraft26332 жыл бұрын
Just came across your channel. Can you tell me more about that anvil? Thank you for sharing
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
My small, block style anvils are my own designs that I had made when in Taiwan. Made from 4145 steel and completely heat treated. They suit me well. Thanks for watching.
@msblades53822 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you here in the USA good idea since they are going to be invaded by the CCP. Cheers and Blessings from MIchigan.. Martin
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Martin, Let's hope Taiwan still exists when I'm headed back that way. Enjoying my time here. Thanks.
@scottlanghorst14832 жыл бұрын
You probably scared off Bigfoot, with all that banging. 🤭 You knocked it out of the park with those tongs.🤜🤛👍
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Haha! Good one. And glad you like the tongs. Thanks Scott.
@kennardchristensen43032 жыл бұрын
dog barking and train whistle was the only background noise I could hear
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
As it should be. There's a stark difference from all the noise/chaos back in Taipei. I'll miss the peace and quiet... Thanks.
@CockatoobirdmanBill2 жыл бұрын
Back to basic 101 Experience and skill wins all..............Be well and be safe....PS. when you go back to Taipei I want to buy that pair of tongs!....
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hey bill, when I get back, I'd be glad to just make you something similar. (I only read this now and am leaving for Taiwan soon). And it doesn't hurt to remind me. Thanks for all.
@ReluctantLightningForge2 жыл бұрын
I like it!
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rob. I'm really enjoying this forge.
@劉士杰-k3e2 жыл бұрын
直覺告訴我你在台灣,因為周遭物品非常的有台灣味,你的工具很精美,讓人很喜歡。
@kshs780699 Жыл бұрын
他在台灣沒錯,鋼棒製作打鐵工具是他的超強項...
@DarrenMalin2 жыл бұрын
I do Not know way but I enjoy this kind of basic blacksmithing more, not power tools just a man, a hammer , hand tools and a fire.
@nachobonilla78872 жыл бұрын
Glen...buenas tardes y unas disculpa, no se inglés, espero tu sepas algo de español... sorry... Me interesan tus artículos, yo me dedicó a fabricar frenos o bocados para caballo, utilizó mucho la forja. Dónde puedo checar tus productos y precios...por tu atención gracias...👍
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you watching and for your kind comment.
@trepetzold9198 Жыл бұрын
Howdy sir. I'm thinking about investing in one of these little forges. I've heard mixed reviews. It sure seemed to work good for you. Would you recommend?
@benterbieten95402 жыл бұрын
That's the natural way for a crank to turn.
@christopherconkright13172 жыл бұрын
Did I miss a video you talked about moving in?
@robertwhitney22322 жыл бұрын
I guess I did too,I was out of town all last week.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
This trip is more of a getting things ready for eventually moving back. Thanks.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
You never know where I'll be next. I hope to get back to the US on a permanent basis eventually. Thanks Robert.
@mikelastname Жыл бұрын
Glen, what do you descale with - is it just water or something like vinegar?
@gstongs Жыл бұрын
I just wire brushed the pieces and dipped the brush in water every now and then. Thanks for watching.
@mikelastname Жыл бұрын
@@gstongs Wow, your steel sure comes up looking nice. Thanks for letting me know the way you do it - I just love your tongs.
@blackthornknives Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tutorial
@frankward7092 жыл бұрын
How does it feel to be back home in Washington I live here in walla walla Washington
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank, It feels really good. I can breathe and my ears aren't ringing from all the noise back in Taipei. My property is in Shelton, WA. Thanks.
@rigidironworks98342 жыл бұрын
Forging tongs with basically nothing and they still look way, way better than mine ........... I hate you Glen 😁. Hope you're enjoying your time back in the States.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Don't worry my friend, tongs is really all I can make! Really enjoying my time back and this tiny forge as well. Thanks for all your invaluable support.
@stevesalles60472 жыл бұрын
i like it very much
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Thanks steve.
@PRO_GAMER_SIM Жыл бұрын
how much to buy that round hammer lol about 2 lbs
@brysonalden54142 жыл бұрын
Your rebar tongs look vastly superior to the first rebar tongs I made, not a surprise. If you get tired of forging with hardwood charcoal, come on up and use some nice coal!
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
I might give this a go with coal but for the time being, will stick to charcoal. Thanks Bryson.
@OKBushcraft2 жыл бұрын
I really liked this guerilla style vid. Is that little forge worth the investment?
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
For sure I'd say this forge is worth the money. Thanks.
@charleswilson10632 жыл бұрын
Great video but I would really enjoy more of a close up. Not complaining just saying. I will still give u a thumbs up.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Hi Charles, I'll do my best to do more close up views. I appreciate the feedback.
@andestph Жыл бұрын
What kind of steel is that anvil
@МурадГаджиев-о8ю9 ай бұрын
Братан ты профессионал ,, 💪🤝
@caseyoutdoors3897 Жыл бұрын
Where do I buy the mini forage
@gstongs Жыл бұрын
I bought mine on Etsy. Thanks for watching.
@ddhddhddh8 ай бұрын
You ok man. That was some earthquake
@markbeale7390 Жыл бұрын
Tong talk handles are reins.
@leeandmandybattersby5958 Жыл бұрын
Were do you get your anvils from bud
@bluudat1site Жыл бұрын
he stated he made them
@antheaxe7340 Жыл бұрын
i relly lik that for likk god semm sterdy so im lookig to buy that kind of forge my only conser is that bowl or fire pot looks very very deep
@theterribleanimator1793 Жыл бұрын
its about four fingers deep based on his other video.
@josewilsondantassilva48132 жыл бұрын
Muito bom
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@abitoffblacksmithing99852 жыл бұрын
Gorilla style !! Love it!
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do. Thanks.
@bj207152 жыл бұрын
Just go easy on the scrubbing, can't just scoot down to the wire brush store!
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I wear these brass brushes down quickly. Thanks for watching.
@SFARCO2 жыл бұрын
I think I was the first view. I never get to be first, lol.
@SFARCO2 жыл бұрын
Forgot to mention, that is a nice simple design.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Yes sir, you are first. Congrats.
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated.
@perevulok2 жыл бұрын
That you're on the street with your anvils. Did your wife kick you out of the house? Probably said: "you have already fed up with me, constantly knocking and knocking))
@gstongs2 жыл бұрын
No, my wife will say keep hammering and making money! Thanks for watching.
@perevulok2 жыл бұрын
@@gstongs You're great. 👌
@باسمحسن-ع9ن Жыл бұрын
واو ماي كود
@davidhall88744 күн бұрын
That doesn't look like "nothing" to me...
@5barkerstreet4 ай бұрын
mr tong lol
@EgTFortune Жыл бұрын
So if your currently forging psa.. you need more coal