Handled Blacksmith Round Punch Method

[@louiedavis3138]

Man GS tongs is the best. I really enjoy you videos

[@flatlinesup]

4:45 LOL Love that handle style. Simple, elegant and strong. Amazing as usual Glen. Thanks

[@gstongs]

I've tried so many different handle styles and this is by far the best. Thanks.

[@TheMrWoodsman]

Every time I watch one of your videos I go out to my workshop and work on something, I fine your videos very inspirational. Paul

[@gstongs]

I'm very glad to know you can find any inspiration from watching. Thanks and take care.

[@robertsimmons3556]

I enjoy watching you work. Every move is purposeful. An old teacher of mine use the euphemism......"economy of motion". That's what I see when I watch your videos. Strong work.

[@gstongs]

I think my videos make my motions seem more economical than they really are. But I am organized if nothing else. Thanks for your support.

[@gaz0463]

I keep saying this, your work is always neat and tidy. Great job as always Glen. Im looking forward to, maybe, seeing a video of any progress/improvement/changes you’ve made to your self adjusting tongues. The ones you made for me are fantastic but it’s always interesting to see and design changes. Take care my friend.

[@gstongs]

Yeah, I need to put together another video of my RA Tongs. The changes are not dramatic but may be of interest. I appreciate your support. Take care as well.

[@brysonalden5414]

Your technique (and measurements) are, as always, inspiring.

[@gstongs]

Thanks for your support.

[@thomasbrighton6159]

Watching you work is blacksmith poetry in motion!

[@edwardfraker4043]

Once again, you make it look extremely easy.

[@gurvinderkau1e5w18]

Beautiful handle. Always love that design. Cool👍👍👍

[@gstongs]

Much appreciated.

[@jamesw9930]

I like those twisting and bending tools. Beats the hell out of me doing it with a pipe wrench

[@gstongs]

I made those for a reason. Pretty specific for what I want to do. Thanks.

[@courier11sec]

Hi, Glen. I've been watching your videos for a number of years now. I can't think of another blacksmith who works as cleanly as you do. I'm hoping one day to get some of your tools. I like your unique approach to things. (like your unconventional and super functional anvil!) Hope you're well.

[@gstongs]

I really appreciate your kind comment. I'm certainly not the best blacksmith but if nothing else, I'm organized. And my unique work space has made me take a different approach... Thanks for sure and I wish you the same.

[@TheOldaz1]

Nice job, very neat and very serviceable. Thanks Glen.

[@gstongs]

I've done the handles for these is many different ways and this is by far the best as far as form and function. Thanks.

[@ViktorBelka]

Как всегда все на высоте! Спасибо за Ваши видео!

[@gstongs]

It's my pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Very nice, I love the look of those tools.

[@gstongs]

I agree they look good but the function is paramount. And for me, the round punch is the most useful by far. Thanks.

[@tcgrizz59]

Your work is absolutely beautiful.

[@gstongs]

I appreciate your comment. Thanks.

[@antoner1386]

Looking great! Love your tool making. Been trying to take your advice lately and try to find my own solutions to problems rather than look for a video right off.

[@gstongs]

I just find it best to first think on a problem rather than run to see what someone else has done. In the end, what other have done might be ideal but I sometimes (not always) come to good solutions by pondering without outside influence. Thanks.

[@heathworsley8347]

Another great video Glen ! you do beautiful work my friend. :-)

[@gstongs]

As usual, I really appreciate your support.

[@davidrichards5594]

I sure like using my GS Tongs hole punch....Dave

[@gstongs]

Very glad it works for you. And I appreciate you watching.

[@oneshotme]

New will replace the old one which will then replace the old old one LOL Enjoyed your video Glen and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@gstongs]

Thanks for watching and for your support.

[@oneshotme]

@@gstongs You're welcome Glen

[@alanspeert8351]

Every vedio I learn something new Thanks

[@alanspeert8351]

Video

[@gstongs]

Very glad to know that. Thanks.

[@StephenBennettVocalTracks]

A work of art!

[@gstongs]

Thanks for sure.

[@hannemannironworks1651]

Very clean work!

[@gstongs]

Thank you.

[@AdamRhein]

That looks so nice! Good job! I need one of these

[@joshuawillis5679]

Love your videos

[@gstongs]

Thanks.

[@dougalexander7204]

Thank you.

[@gstongs]

You're very welcome. Thanks.

[@noeosorio5370]

muy buen trabajo

[@gstongs]

Thanks for watching.

[@grandadz_forge]

Someday ill have a set of those things

[@gstongs]

Thanks for sticking with my channel. I'm sure you will make your own, maybe better than what I can do...

[@hjpybanez9428]

Me encantó me suscribo al canal saludos desde Bariloche Argentina 🇦🇷

[@jonathanterry3245]

impressive and good idea!

[@verdigrissirgidrev4152]

you should make a second type that is made to be gripped by tongs. personally I've switched from making permanent handles to using tongs 95%. the tongs are more versatile, and the resulting tools are easier to store.

[@gstongs]

It's a good suggestion and I used to offer loose punches to be used with a pair fo tongs in the past. it makes dressing them much easier. But I personally prefer these with permanent handles. Thanks.

[@nietztsuki]

Glen-- Are you still offering services for making a touch mark? If so, I would like to see about ordering one for bladesmithing purposes. Thanks, Forrest

[@nakos53]

Szép munka. (Nice work.)

[@gstongs]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@damianmcneely7884]

Perfect timing Glen, I'm in the process of making tools in an effort to learn skills - 2 Qs if thats ok. For top tooling like the rivet snap/round header, is mild steel ok? Or am I wasting my time? And for handles is there best practice, welded on or wrapped? I'd prefer wrapped like your own but was wondering is there a difference/reason for one over another?

[@gstongs]

I think my email answered your questions but if not, feel free to contact me again. Thanks again for your donation (I gave you a shout-out in my video after this one).

[@tokolosh11]

Nice work as always Glen. Thanks for sharing. A question: Don't suppos you have a drawing with dimensions of that snazzy bending tool do you?

[@gstongs]

Good connecting with you by email. Thanks for your support.

[@tokolosh11]

@@gstongs It was good. And thanks for the pics, they helped tremendously. And keep on putting out the tremendous content you do. It is very much appreciated.

[@Tromme100]

I love your videos..... What kind of steel are you using in this video making these punch?

[@КовкаБиробиджан]

🔥🔥🔥

[@jimtalbot3989]

After only 40 minutes 269 views. Not too shabby

[@gstongs]

Content is everything for channels like mine where projects need to be accomplished. This one is indeed doing well. I appreciate you watching.

[@shadetreeforge]

That's an interesting T handled twisting tool you have there! excellent video, I see your website link is missing? do you still make tongs and tools?

[@gstongs]

Yeah, I think I need to put my website link back in the description box. I am still making tongs and other tooling. www/gstongs.com Thanks.

[@ЯНОЖ-у1ч]

Nice and clean work,Sir! Your tools are great! p.s. Уou need an instagram account..!:)

[@gstongs]

I probably should open an Instagram. I'm so slow to adopt different social media platforms. I still don't use Facebook... Thanks.

[@driveheronman4304]

Glen not telling you what to do but I bet a lot of guys on here would like to make you an offer for that old drift 🤔 how much? Maybe E,way, ps loveing your waves 👍

[@driveheronman4304]

Sweet tool👌

[@gstongs]

I've been thinking about getting rid of some older tools that are still useful. Let me see... Thanks for your suggestion.

[@gstongs]

Thanks.

[@свободныйчеловек-ь2и]

👍👍👍

[@gstongs]

Thanks.

[@Pastuhowlad]

👍

[@gstongs]

Thanks.

[@ايادالجاغوب]

👍👍👍👍

[@gstongs]

Thanks.

[@tazman8271]

Where can I buy one of those twist tools?

[@lasersailor184]

It's just a pipe wrench with a bar welded on top.