The "Ultimate?" Blacksmith Tong

[@stephenmalcome3797]

Thanks!

[@gstongs]

Hi Stephen, Thanks for your donation - it's very much appreciated. I'll give you a shout-out in my next blacksmithing video for your generosity. And thanks for watching. Glen 😬

[@waylandforge8704]

Thanks for all your good work in '22 and we're all looking forward to seeing ideas on '23. Have a good one 🎅🍺🇦🇺

[@gstongs]

Hi Wayland, I'm also interested to see what 2023 brings. I appreciate your support and will be in touch soon, when your tools are ready to send. 🎆

[@Qrunch]

Very versatile! Thanks Glen! And Brian Beazeal is a very wise man.

[@gstongs]

Although my tong is not an exact copy and is not meant to be, his design is on point for sure. Thanks for continuing to watch.

[@robertsimmons3556]

Always interesting and a quality build. Reading thru the comments, this project was clearly well received and most thought it would be useful in there shop. I'm right there with them. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family!

[@gstongs]

Yeah robert, this tong style is useful for sure. I made myself a pair and am happy. I need to make more videos in this manner. Have a great rest of your holiday season.

[@PirAnhaMe]

Excellent video. I got my first set of 4 tongs from you almost 20 years ago and they are still my go-to tongs.

[@gstongs]

I'm very happy to know that. Made my day actually. Thanks my friend.

[@MinionsSmithy]

Those are bad ass tongs, Brother! Much more versatile size wise than I imagined! Nicely done, Glen!

[@gstongs]

Hey Steve, Thanks for this latest donation - I say that a lot to you. I'll give you the usual shout-out... I'm intrigued by this tong style and made another today. The range also surprised me though as I said, it's one thing to hold cold, another to hold and feel comfortable in the hand when forging. Have a Merry Christmas. 😬🎄

[@MinionsSmithy]

@@gstongs Definitely need to give us a report on how they actually perform in actual use. And Merry Christmas to you and your wife, Sir!

[@gstongs]

I made a pair for myself and used that yesterday. Worked well although I didn't do tons of hammering. I'll likely post that video next. This tong style, with a few small adjustments, is a keeper. Thanks for all and have a great rest of your holiday season.

[@ReluctantLightningForge]

Those look great! I may order a pair next year, but I will want them to have longer reins. Have a merry Christmas Glen!

[@gstongs]

Hi Rob, I can definitely make this style with longer handles. Have a great rest of your holiday season and thanks for all you've done for the channel.

[@TalRohan]

those do look pretty special, and like they will be really good at their job.. Happy holidays Glen

[@gstongs]

I made a pair for myself and they are a winner. Have a great holiday season.

[@johnnyvoodoo666]

Thanks Glen, I watched this video this morning and went out and made a pair. Very quick tong, good design

[@gstongs]

I'm happy with this tong style and with a few tweaks, it can be even better. Glad you made a pair and I hope they work well for you. Thanks.

[@johnnyvoodoo666]

@@gstongs yes, I cam see using the same technique for others as well. I bought your blade tongs years ago and still use them with no issues so I know these will work just as well

[@BillRodgers2]

Love this. I tend to call it a bolt tong. Not sure if it’s correct. But I need one just like it but want 16-18 inch handle behind the pivot. In both 3/4 and 1 inch

[@gstongs]

Yeah, calling it a bolt tong works for this style. But I will make some adjustments and try to come up with a different name. Thanks for your support.

[@verndahl3848]

Nice! definatly something to add to you inventory!

[@gstongs]

For sure I will add this style. I made one for myself and really enjoy using it. Thanks.

[@frankmchutchison9436]

Thanks

[@JDeWittDIY]

Nice looking tongs Glen!

[@gstongs]

Yeah, this is a better than decent style. Thanks for your support.

[@NjalLaing]

Great looking and seems a practical tong, you're the master 👍

[@gstongs]

I made a pair for myself and can say, yes, they are definitely practical. Thanks.

[@scottlanghorst1483]

Very impressive set of tongs. When I saw your thumb, I feel your pain. Mine is cut from fixing the wife's blockheater cord. Merry Christmas to you and yours, Glen. 🎅🤶☃️

[@gstongs]

Hi Scott, my thumb is still hurting. In about 2 seconds I created a small divot by removing multiple layers of skin. Have a great rest of your holiday season.

[@goraforge7489]

awesome looking and great function, well done!

[@gstongs]

This tong is definitely useful. I'll make a few adjustments to maybe improve upon it a bit more. Thanks.

[@williamokrasinski9840]

Thanks for sharing your craft with the world. My-T-Fine! Also interesting your use of Bonehead approved. In my seventh decade I find myself using Bonehead for many who lack common sense. My dad used to refer to me as knucklehead too. For the effort you put into your craft, your prices seem extremely reasonable.

[@rawdio.docdar5715]

Love your set up, you explained and show it perfectly, as a beginner I've learned so much. And been viewing your other videos l, thankyou, Take care friend

[@matthiastonole1530]

I watched the video and made a similar pair, sized for 1" key stock and of set jaws, the are very useful in so many areas.

[@gstongs]

Hi Matthias, Glad you were to able to make your own version of this style tong and that they are useful. This is an excellent style tong for sure. Thanks.

[@timocsutube]

Looking Good G! Happy Holidays to you and the Mrs. and to the rest of you guys here on the channel!

[@gstongs]

Hi Tim, Have a Happy New Year my friend. And thanks for all you've done for the channel.

[@gregturcotte8778]

I like these. Can you make them with a longer handle?

[@gstongs]

Hi Greg, yes, others have also asked this and having even slightly longer handles would be more practical with this style. Thanks for all and have a Happy New Year.

[@andrewoperacz7427]

A fantastic tong!! Loved it!!!!

[@gstongs]

Thanks Andrew. Have a Happy New Year.

[@andrewoperacz7427]

@@gstongs you too Glen. And question about purchasing a set of tongs. Was wondering if that very versatile set of tongs are available yet. It was maybe a couple weeks back.

[@mohammedhusain3738]

ALL YOUR TOOLS ARE VERY GOOD CONDITION TO ENJOY THE JOB.

[@gstongs]

Thanks for watching.

[@ronthacker211]

Looking good. i like that style

[@gstongs]

Me too. I made myself a pair and they work very well. Thanks for everything Ron and have a great rest of your holiday season.

[@stevemoore5053]

You did it again, great job! Happy Holidays to you and your family!

[@gstongs]

Thanks Steve. Happy holidays to you and yours as well.

[@terrywright3359]

Nice style

[@gstongs]

Thanks Terry.

[@DireWolfForge]

I have a set of Brian’s Ultimate tongs. They are actually really versatile and I use them every day. I would like a pair of these, Glen. I’ll place another order soon. I’ll shoot you an email. Nice work brother!

[@gstongs]

After making a few pairs of my version, I can say these are excellent tongs. As you say, really versatile... Thanks.

[@picklesnoutpenobscott3165]

Howdy Glen from Sequim! Happy Holidays.

[@gstongs]

Happy Holidays my friend.

[@brysonalden5414]

I think those may actually be more versatile in terms of stock size than Brian's design. Nicely done, sir!

[@gstongs]

Hi Bryson, not sure about that but the few pairs I've made so far all have a pretty good range. And the pair I made for myself is working well. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@gregwells8764]

Boom ! just like that. no fuss no mess. A new type of tongs ! brilliant

[@kathyskaggs4154]

Love your process, man! Cool tongs!

[@ohiovalleyforge5383]

I can't wait to get mine, I believe they're going to be amazing

[@jtbennett]

Thanks! I love these tongs! I'll try to make a pair this week. If it doesn't go well, I'll be ordering a pair! 🙂 One question: why do you use the guillotine to flatten just behind the bit? Is that to give more strength by widening in the dimension where it will be stressed (up and down)? Or is it cosmetic?

[@gstongs]

Hi John, I flattened that area just to make a reference point for when forming the hoops. But in subsequent pairs, I flattened that spot 90 degrees differently than in this video since I found that thinning in that way allows me to more easily slide whatever stock I'm holding back towards the handles and into the hoops, if that makes sense... Thanks for watching.

[@48vdcwrld]

Nicely done!

[@gstongs]

Thanks John.

[@georgecalcei8068]

That is a great tong.

[@gstongs]

With a few adjustments, this can be even better I think. Thanks George.

[@ПросточувакЛибовски]

Великолепная работа, это похоже на поэзию! Мастер высокого уровня! 👍

[@SonoraSlinger]

Kinda a bolt wolf jaw. Not too shabby

[@gstongs]

Bolt wolf jaw is a good description. Thanks.

[@Solid_Punch]

You could widen the lips of this tongs and make it "flat" with square V in the middle, this way it will hold wider range of things. Also, if your V would be 60 degrees, not 90, it will better hold smaller stock sizes while still good with big stock.

[@gstongs]

Thanks Solid Punch for the solid ideas. Let's see...

[@TooTall553]

Way to go Glen, get down with your bad self 🤙👍👏

[@gstongs]

I'm pleased with this style tong. And I'll make a few adjustments that should make them even better. Thanks.

[@messylaura]

pretty good jaw design

[@gstongs]

It may look a bit odd but this tong style is a keeper. Thanks for sticking around my channel and have a Happy New Year.

[@leonzorg]

encore une belle réalisation!!!!!! Marvelous!

[@gstongs]

Thanks you for your kind comment.

[@JohnLopez-jt1cj]

You do good work, 👍🏼

[@gstongs]

Thanks John. I appreciate your kind comment.

[@MrBakkerBolletje]

what steel do u use for the tongs looks like 1045

[@gstongs]

I normally use 1018 mild steel. But I sometimes do use 1045. Thanks.

[@Hawke301]

Those look really nice! Any suggestions for someone getting ready to make their first set of tongs?

[@lut5ch3r]

make the reigns longer

[@heavyhittersgaming3759]

@@lut5ch3r Agreed, draw out those rains a bit!

[@heavyhittersgaming3759]

Take your time, lay out your work and be willing to start over if needed. You will do fine, I know its been 3 months.

[@ademdogan7213]

La curiosité est une bonne chose il faut essayer des nouvelles techniques pour apprendre toujours plus.

[@gstongs]

I agree completely. Thanks for watching Adem and I hope you're having a great holiday season.

[@suminagum6605]

Those are real nice , thanks for video ⚒️

[@honeycuttracing]

Thanks for yet another cool 😎 tool, at this moment here in western North Carolina it is 7°F!!!🤦‍♂️🥶 predictions call for be -1°F below 🥶🥶 before heat wave of 32°F Monday, doesn't get this cold every winter but when we do, would really like to know where that "Global Warming" is and where can we purchase some!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hotmalm]

I’ll get one next time😌👌

[@gstongs]

I've already made a few pairs of these tongs and am happy. A few more tweaks here and there and they'll be even better. Thanks for all.

[@oswaldotrivinoviteri3095]

Exelente trabajo.

[@gregwells8764]

you are the Tong Master

[@johnbloom1109]

I believe that style of tong is known as a wolf jaw tong.

[@gstongs]

Hi John, It's pretty similar but I believe the wolf jaw style has similar jaws on each side. Thanks for watching and have a Happy New Year.

[@jamesball7322]

Well done

[@michaelgfoth6214]

A lone. Man like me, why not a trip hammer? Looks like you have everything else a blacksmith would need why not that?

[@heavyhittersgaming3759]

Interesting jaw type but I would have drawn out the rains.

[@АнтонШведов-э9я]

ПРИВЕТ ИЗ РОССИИ, хорошая работа ГЛЕНН

[@gstongs]

Hi and thanks for your greetings. So that's how Glen is written in Russian.

[@jamesperkins9833]

Very nice!

[@sherwoodlayton9595]

Very good control of your hammer.

[@zacharywood8615]

Sweet video. The anvil to the right on the stump, what are those metal nipples on the top and side?

[@pscottbx]

Love me some Brian Brazeal

[@shah5133]

👍👍👍💪💪💪

[@fredericmartin8758]

Vous forgez bien mais vos pinces ont deux gros défauts. 1 Vous n'avez pas renvoyé les bras de la pince ce qui fait qu'elle se coince. 2 Les bras de votre pince sont beaucoup trop courts ce qui fait que la force de serrage sera très faible. Salutations d'un forgeron français.😊

[@toddellner5283]

Got to admit I am disappointed in this video. A good part of the versatility of Brazeal's design is due to the very wide platelike jaws on one side. Making them the same size is in no way a fair and honest test of his design. You are better than this.

[@1agates]

It's not meant to be an exact copy or validation of Brazeals design. It's meant to be his take on a similar product.

[@gstongs]

Hi Todd, I don't mind your criticism and understand your perspective. But he used 1" and 3/4" square (a different size for each half) whereas I only used 1/2" round. However, for the second pair I did, I upset one half to get more material. Anyway, this was in no way a test of his tong since this tong is purely mine based off of a pic I saw, that's all. And my tong, to be honest, works very well. I made myself a pair and you may see it in use in my next video. Thanks and have a Happy New Year.

[@gstongs]

Hi Andrew and thanks for your support. As you realize I was just making my take on a pic of a tong sent to me, that's all. And besides, my smaller version works very well so that's at least some proof that Brian's design is on point.

[@frisbeephil]

The fact that your anvil bounces around is a bit of a joke. Like having too much play in your steering wheel or smudges on your glasses.