Hand Forged Copper Spoon - GS Tongs

[@timocsutube]

Thanks!

[@gstongs]

Hi Tim and thanks for the extra donation. You're already a Patreon supporter and that really is support enough. But I appreciate you going the extra mile. I'll give you a shout-out in an upcoming blacksmithing video for this. 😬

[@jeffgrier8488]

I really like the rustic simplicity of the spoon, it looks great to me!

[@gstongs]

Hi Jeff, I like using this spoon for cereal. But I need to make one with a smaller / lighter handle. I ain't as strong as I used to be! Thanks.

[@FarmsteadForge]

Nice job! I've never worked with copper a whole lot but I learned some good tips from you today, thank you.

[@gstongs]

Copper is very fun to hammer on but just make sure to not leave it in the forge too long. Thanks.

[@verndahl3848]

Nice job! When i was in school I made some copper wear and lined/plated the inside with tin to stop the copper from leaching out and making things taste bad. Made for a nice effect. Just cleaned it with liquid flux and then using a torch (bunson burner) to heat it and smeared the tin around with a piece of insulation.

[@gstongs]

Hi vern, Your comment is very interesting. A need to explore different options like this for copper. Thanks for sharing.

[@johnmichael283]

Really nice. Glad you have some fun once in a while.

[@gstongs]

Hi john, Yeah, I'm sure to sneak in some fun here and there. Thanks for watching.

[@ronthacker211]

Sent my monthly scooter gas money. great content continues. thx

[@gstongs]

Gas money certainly comes in handy. I'll post another "roaming" video in a few days. Thanks a ton.

[@brysonalden5414]

Very pretty! For your next trick, come up with a foolproof (or Bonehead proof) way to keep whatever patina appears on copper after you're done locked in!

[@CaptainTwitchy]

There are several clear coats for this, but not sure about ones that would be food safe

[@gstongs]

Hi Bryson, I'm looking into that now. But honestly, the patina colors I've drawn on copper seem to last just as is. Now keeping copper items food safe is another trick... Thanks.

[@gstongs]

I need to delve deeper into this. Thanks for watching.

[@rigidironworks9834]

Love it Glen, sometimes simplicity is best.

[@gstongs]

Hey Mike, Just need to make a smaller spoon now. Thanks for all your support.

[@NjalLaing]

Very nice, I've worked a bit of copper and it certainly needs a more gentle hammer technique for sure after bashing steel 😊

[@gstongs]

It sure is a pleasure to hammer on some soft copper for a change. Thanks.

[@robertmseay7641]

Your skill and creativity are inspiring. Nice job.

[@gstongs]

Hi Robert, I need to make another - just smaller... Thanks.

[@richardiancarpenter534]

Awesome work, Glen!

[@gstongs]

Thanks Richard.

[@gasengineguy]

Very nice glen

[@gstongs]

Thanks you. 😬

[@starymech1644]

Fantastic work as always Glen

[@gstongs]

I need to make another, smaller spoon now. Thanks.

[@joeshomeshop]

Yep, beautiful work!

[@gstongs]

Much appreciated.

[@darrell3368]

Looking awesome thanks for sharing

[@gstongs]

Thanks Darrell.

[@blackhammerartisan]

forging copper like it

[@gstongs]

Hammering on hot copper is always a nice break from steel. Thanks for watching.

[@brooksmartin2665]

Pretty cool Glen. Maybe there are some food safe ways to patina the copper. A quick search mentions vinegar, baking soda, and a hard boiled egg in a bag with the copper. Not sure I trust the patina as being 'Food Safe'.

[@gstongs]

Hey Brooks, that's an interesting patina idea for sure and one I may try next time I work with copper. Thanks.

[@hotmalm]

Nice one👌

[@gstongs]

Thanks Fredrik.

[@mytoolz]

Very cool!

[@gstongs]

Thanks.

[@herbievanbeveren1314]

Nice like always. Tx

[@gstongs]

Thanks for sure.

[@gregwells8764]

nicely done

[@gstongs]

Hey Greg, thanks for your kind comment.

[@mattvaandering]

Beautiful

[@gstongs]

Thanks Matt.

[@TooTall553]

Didn't know you to be such a honeymoon blacksmith (LOL)😂

[@gstongs]

Hey, I read this comment 5 times trying to think of a reply then finally saw your second comment about the typo. Once you're a honeymoon blacksmith you might as well also say you're a honey do blacksmith since they are seemingly one and the same. Thanks.

[@stephenmcfadyen1385]

What a lovely little spoon, you're right about the verdigris keeping it clean when you use it will mitigate that to a large extent, a great forging exercise.

[@gstongs]

I think the patina and keeping copper clean should be enough. But I'm also looking into other possible food safe finishes for copper. Thanks Stephen.

[@stephenmcfadyen1385]

@@gstongs Glen, I reckon a baked enamel would keep it food safe

[@robertsimmons3556]

Was wondering how much effort the copper would take to forge. Not familiar with Verdigris but have had dealings with Wilson Disease. Again Glen always something new and interesting. Good post!

[@gstongs]

Hey robert, if you get a hold of a hunk of copper, try forging it. Just don't keep it in the forge too long. It really is so much different than steel and that can be both good and bad. Thanks.

[@DogsaladSalad]

I love copper but it's SO dirty. My hands get so dirty from it and it's hard to clean them

[@gstongs]

I've not had the same experience with copper. Anyway for sure items copper needs to be cared for. Thanks.

[@gustavojavierherrero7435]

hermosa cuchara

[@gstongs]

Thanks for watching.

[@taitano12]

Quick tip from someone who makes copper jewelry, etc: You don't need to sand the wood swage. Just lay the piece over it while hot and soft. The slivers and uneven parts will burn away. I'm not saying you shouldn't, just that you don't need to... Just in case you wanted to shave a few seconds off.

[@dougalexander7204]

Fascinating. Thank you. I wonder if old time rat tail spoons were made the same way.

[@gstongs]

I actually did think about that - about burning the spoon into the wood as it were. I think you're right and that the result would have been much the same. Thanks for sharing.

[@gstongs]

Good question - I don't know the answer... Thanks for watching.

[@mahmooad8798]

👍👍👍❤

[@gstongs]

Thanks. 😬

[@grifixed]

From the thumbnail I thought you made the Asian style spoon. Maybe do that next?

[@gstongs]

Yeah, I think you mean the elongated, deep sided kind. But maybe next I'll go for just a smaller spoon overall. Thanks Christopher.

[@TooTall553]

Glen dam spell check suppose to be honey- do

[@gstongs]

Spell check and stubby fat fingers have gotten me in trouble with text messages and the like. 😬

[@woodandiron972]

Can you change the name of your channel, this name is not cool, the videos you make are amazing no doubt

[@gstongs]

Hi, I find your comment interesting and funny. I know my channel name is pretty bland but I'm afraid if I change it that that might lead to some negative consequences. Not exactly sure... I appreciate your honest input.

[@woodandiron972]

@@gstongs As you mostly work alone, you can also name your channel "Single Blacksmith"You will be very popular all over the world with this name Your friend M. Kashif India

[@StanErvin-yo9vl]

Glen, please be very careful with non-ferrous. Some very dangerous metals are often found in brasses some grades of copper, and all bronze formulations. And a mask is no help. A short list: Lead. Cadmium. Zinc. Probably many more. I don't know how they market things in Taiwan, but copper is one of the metals that you need to be very selective about. I would vote against smelting unknown scraps together hoping for the best. Just my 2¢ or 2¥. 🍻🍜🛵⚒️

[@gstongs]

Hi Stan, I will do my best to stay safe. Thanks for the warnings / tips.

[@StanErvin-yo9vl]

Just saw on the news that there is a typhoon with its eye looking for a path of destruction. Praying for you and your family. Can you get the bike up off the ground level? 🙏

[@ronthacker211]

Thanks!

[@gstongs]

Hi Ron, As I've said so many times, I appreciate your generosity. Shout-out to follow a few blacksmithing videos later. Thanks. 😬