Make Stone-like Copper Ring from Scrap

[@patrickdean9797]

that last quench was really cool to watch also watching how the quench with soap worked with that delay was interesting aswell

[@gstongs]

I always enjoy doing this sort of copper quenching since it's like opening a gift. For me, I never know what the result will be. Sometimes dull gray, sometimes brilliant red, sometimes orange or even purple and pink. Thanks Patrick.

[@patrickdean9797]

@@gstongs it is definitely a cool technique

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Nice seeing different methods of forming a patina. Enjoyed, Thank you Glen for sharing.

[@gstongs]

For me, the color that will come out is always a surprise. A fun project for sure. Thanks Randy.

[@MaxPowerCrafts]

I've made many a copper ring the traditional jewelers way. This is the first one I have seen upset from the center in a blacksmith fashion. It looks like fun and I'll have to try it myself! It ended up looking great! Nice meaty ring.

[@gstongs]

I suppose this is one of the most rudimentary ways you can make a ring. Just a fun way to while away a rainy afternoon. Give it a try and I'm sure with your experience you'll be able to take this to another level. Thanks.

[@robertwhitney2232]

Nice job 👍 I see you have some vegetation back on the balcony 👍 Thanks for sharing.

[@gstongs]

Yes, I've got stuff in smaller pots and it's thriving. We've gotten a lot of rain this summer. Thanks Robert.

[@brysonalden5414]

I never cease to be amazed at the ideas you come up with; I do a fair amount of work with copper but never thought about using borax for a patina. I really like the effect!

[@gstongs]

I don't know why I thought about using borax but it really worked. Not sure if I can repeat this but I'll try. Thanks Bryson.

[@philmenzies2477]

aNice work Glen, I wanted an aged patina on a replica copper knife sheath I made. I wound a few turns of plain steel wire around the copper and submerged it in salt water for a day. It worked beautifully for what I wanted.

[@gstongs]

That sounds very interesting and something I need to try. Thanks for sharing Phil.

[@pafortin59]

Another great video! One day I'd like to hear more about your custom anvil setup - how it was made, why, etc,...

[@gstongs]

I've gone over my anvils in the past but will go into that again in a future video. I'm making a new stump anvil and should show that soon. Thanks Paul.

[@gurvinderkau1e5w18]

Fun wid copper. Pink ring look cool👍👍🔥🔥🔥

[@gstongs]

Much appreciated my friend.

[@johnbloom1109]

Love your video and love the ring. Looks very unique.

[@gstongs]

I appreciate you watching. A fun project for sure. Thanks John.

[@duaneaubuchon9453]

I really like the ring you made out of copper nice job sir!!!

[@gstongs]

Me too, I like this ring and wear it sometimes which is saying something since I rarely wear jewelry. Thanks Duane.

[@wingnutbert9685]

Nice! Good luck with the storm Glenn. Hope your roof stays put!

[@gstongs]

All's good. The storm veered off at the last minute. Lucky... Thanks Bert.

[@iac4357]

Apparently this is like how Sailors used to make rings; using a silver coin, a sturdy table spoon, and plenty of spare time to tap it round !

[@jeffgrier8488]

That's cool, i've never seen a ring made, yours turned out really neat.

[@gstongs]

I think this is close to the most basic way to make a ring but it's a fun project. Give it a try. Thanks Jeff.

[@jimtalbot3989]

I really like this one. Might give it a try

[@gstongs]

It's just a fun way to while away some time, tapping out an item without necessarily needing to fire up a forge. Thanks Jim.

[@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740]

1st I'd reckon lol Turned out pretty kuul. Hadn't thought one could cold work copper that much w o fracture. Now I know. 🙏 Blessed day Sir Crawford out 🔥⚒️🧙🏼‍♂️

[@gstongs]

Yeah, I also thought it might fracture but it didn't. But periodic quenching to soften the copper is a good idea. Thanks.

[@TheOldaz1]

Interesting how you got the color. Thanks Glen.

[@gstongs]

For me, the color is really hit or miss. I don't have it down to a science but I'm sure some do. Thanks.

[@scrapmandan245]

Good job man, I love your style, thanks for sharing 😎👍

[@gstongs]

You got it Scrap Man Dan (great name). Thanks.

[@lewisatlas6725]

Thanks for a little bit of fun.

[@gstongs]

My pleasure Lewis.

[@johnlansdowne6050]

Novel little project to try out 👏🏻

[@gstongs]

A good rainy day project - something to while away the time. Thanks John.

[@stevewilliams587]

I bet the rain felt a lot nicer now you have a new roof

[@gstongs]

You got that right. And I don't get into panic mode when typhoons move in. Thanks Steve.

[@stanervin6108]

Hey Glen. Listen up. Copper grinding on a vitreous wheel is dangerous. Seriously! The copper will gum up and load the pores of the wheel causing imbalance and also possible fracture stress. An exploding wheel is no joke! A coworker is now sightless and has had several rounds of cosmetic surgery and still looks like a candidate for a chop 'em up horror movie. When OSHA finished the investigation, they found that the wheel had both copper and brass dust embedded just below the wheel's surface. There are wheels that are of a composition that makes them suitable for nonferrous grinding, but are worthless on steel. Best bet is the two arbor grinder with a ferrous wheel on one side and a nonferrous wheel on the other. Eyes are precious. The correct wheels are worth the investment. Be safe man. 😎👀 Stan

[@gstongs]

I will heed your advice. I know these wheel are nothing to toy around with. I think the green wheel I was using is for non-ferrous. I appreciate your concern and for taking the time to explain so others might learn (the easy and not hard way) as well. Thanks Stan.

[@Lmr6973]

Good video but I do have a question. How do you keep your tools from rusting up overnight given the environment you're in?

[@gstongs]

I often spray my tools with WD-40. Also, frequent use will prevent rust. And when I'm done for the day, I drape an oily rag on my anvil faces. Thanks.

[@shadetreeforge]

Just curious? how did you work the copper so long without it work hardening? or did you edit out a few annealing quenches?

[@gstongs]

I only quenched the one time. The copper did harden (I could feel that) but not to the point where I couldn't upset it further by gentle hammering. Thanks Frank.

[@ВоваЕфремов-ж4к]

Классное кольцо 👍

[@gstongs]

Thanks for your support.

[@SpoonMann]

Very cool, beefy ring though.

[@sanskrit8321]

This is Awsome.

[@gstongs]

Thanks.

[@glen1arthur]

Cool - it is very stone like. May I ask?? where did you get your anvils? I have looked around the internet and Have found nothing like them. Did you make them yourself?

[@howardrichburg2398]

Have you tried flame coloring copper? You get all sorts of colors.

[@ademdogan7213]

J'aimerais vraiment voir à quoi ressemble un typhon en pleine ville.

[@gstongs]

I tell you what, when I real typhoon comes through, I'll try to film that. Wind and rain in a big typhoon are absolutely frightening. Thanks Adem.

[@joell439]

👍😎👍

[@gstongs]

Thanks Joel.

[@martinwedgeyt]

I see you're ambidextrous with a hammer, can you write with either hand too. Very interesting channel. Thanks. M

[@gstongs]

I'm actually lefty since I write left handed. But I prefer to swing a hammer with my right hand. Anyway, I'm pretty mixed up and fairly ambidextrous. You're very observant. Thanks Martin.