Manual Metal Benders

[@_P0tat07_]

Tony you always make me chuckle. "Drove my truck into the utility pole" and "made the legs to short to touch the ground". That's just funny as fug! Thanks.

[@rokadamlje5365]

and the light is still on in the shop...

[@thomasdickson35]

Worked perfect for me, but I've been a bit under-powered since...

[@Tricknologyinc]

@@rokadamlje5365 - It's his headlights ...and a Coleman lantern!

[@jacksonthornton9243]

"if youre like me, capacity is more of a mild suggestion" Yeah, well said.

[@cheewurz]

Tony...as a youth my father owned an Ornamental Wrought Iron Shop. He purchased a Hossfeld Bender with a gob of Dies. He mounted it on a Custom Stand he Built for it. What was really cool was he Fashioned it to a Hydraulic Ram & Electric Pump! With just the Pull-of-a-Lever much of the tedious Labor was removed. Thanks Dad!

[@stanlee6316]

I am never disappointed whenever I watch one of your videos. Informative, compressed just enough to keep things flowing smoothly and interestingly (ie, the way you move through the boring shit in fast motion where others leave in the part where they do things like moving parts around or turn every damned screw, beginning to end. It's very much appreciated that you don't). I like the incorporation of the old footage, and the brilliantly dry and sometimes dark sense of humor is like the cherry on the sundae! I salute you, Sir! You are one of life's winners. Congratulations and continued success!

[@jyes23.]

I absolutely agree

[@krishnachoudhari.youtube]

Watched the video exactly 300 times, I have now successfully been enlightened and have acquired complete understanding of the entire universe. Thankyou This Old Tony.

[@PKMartin]

The random clips of hokey mid-century instructional/promotional videos somehow really fit your style. I'm not even mad you didn't punch any blocks of metal in two :)

[@bigriver2000]

It's nice to watch a craftsman at work. What some people may not realize is the hours you have devoted to your craft. In any craft, the fun only begins after lots of research, trial and error, and a ton of devotion. So many young people today, are oblivious to the sacrifices of a true craftsman. Thanks for the video.

[@glennmassengill3532]

Within 24 hours of finding your channel, you my friend have become my new favorite KZbin content. Cool funny production, and I’m learning a ton of stuff!

[@salishfisher1156]

Thank you for all your videos i am a locksmith and commercial fisherman from washington state. I learn alot from you and am excited to keep learning. Thank you so much for sharing yourself

[@ThisOldTony]

Glad to have you here Salish!

[@WillieBHardagan]

Great video! Would love to see more on how you use your Hossfeld bender and your homemade dies! Just got one and had no clue on how to use it until I was directed to this channel, so thank you again!

[@o2boutdoors]

Incredibly informative and entertaining! This one goes into my, "How To" saved folder. I especially admire your thorough dedication to safety in making sure the lathe isn't live.

[@galbar-or7851]

Everything you show is of interest! I've learned so much from your videos I just can't thank you enough!

[@alaskamike3577]

You are a genius Tony. Glad I found your channel. Expert advice with a touch of humor and witt. Please continue with much thanks.

[@WilliamLutesMaker]

I am extremely glad you exist. Thanks for sharing Tony !!!

[@ThisOldTony]

That makes two of us! and thanks for watching William.

[@garywestin6907]

Great video. A bender would be a great addition to my everlast welder. I'm just building up the tool arsenal!

[@imagineaworld]

aaaaaaaamen

[@pheenix42]

Thanks for not begging for a subscription like so many others do--you really let your content speak for itself.

[@sillywizard6220]

When you were showing your bending units, I was honestly expecting you to say lastly “...and this is my bending unit from Mexico...” and show Bender Rodriguez! Perhaps you could edit it in, it’s never too late for an extra humorous element! Thanks for the entertaining, amusing, educational insightful experience!

[@johnnyregs2378]

He doesnt need random unfunny people giving him suggestions on videos seeing as how he has 600k+ subs and you have none.

[@thomasgargano8813]

You got to be the best shop teacher in the world. Why don’t you teach in school? Wish you were my shop teacher.Keep up the great video.I will watch all your videos,thanks!!!!

[@thisissoeasy]

Absolutely amazing the amount of thought and work you put into your videos! I very much appreciate your efforts! Thanks and cheers, Rolf

[@AutoBeta2T]

This was the first video that the KZbin algorithm took me too... The difference from this too today is massive and I thought your old videos were amazing. Good to see the progress and 1 million Subs in sight I recon :)

[@zorby1984]

This old Tony you get a ring roller in the future. It's great the future is amazing!

[@jorgeconcheyro]

I've been watching several metal makers on YTB for some years, but just recently found your channel, and I want to tell you Tony, your contents, your explanations, the editing and the humor are top notch. Great job and thanks for sharing this.

[@ThisOldTony]

Thanks Jorge!

[@bcdesignco8013]

Great Video! Your reproduction of a Hossfeld bender is spot on! I own a number 2 hossfeld and use it for railing and furniture projects. I made a hydraulic attachment that rotates an arm every 45 degrees and locks in with pins. Still dialing it in, when it's done I'll have to post a video on it! great to see more coverage of this machine!

[@ThisOldTony]

Would love to see a DIY hyd attachment. Keep us posted.

[@JackpineGandy]

As a tinkerer, I am envious of your shop setup. When I do some light bending, I have a scrolling fork I clamp in my bench vise, and an assortment of bits of scrap wood and a selection from my hammer boutique, to finish the job. Oxyacetylene to marry things up, at the end. For me, pickling is for herring. ;-) I enjoyed your video. Thank you.

[@tomonabudget]

The more I learn about metal work, the more I realise how much more there is to learn about metal work.

[@macforme]

I'm on a This Old Tony bender and I LOVE your sense of humor. The neighborhood losing power for you to be safe - great idea. You can't be too careful!

[@flnthrn2]

Yes, you do have a ring roller, TOT. Just set your lathe for 1 year, 5 months, 24 days. You're welcome ! -(8D

[@PhillipLandmeier]

I love KZbin and people like you. I jumped on here looking for exactly this video, without knowing it existed. Thanks for posting it.

[@spencerphilippinedream3706]

"if youre like me, capacity is more of a mild suggestion" Yeah, well said.

[@celicablues]

@@zeropoint7665 eh maybe 9

[@dennislofstrom6177]

" If he dies, he dies! " (in regards to the bender).

[@macduff1964a]

When you start to lose steering on the forklift because the rear wheels are not in contact, then you know about mild suggestion...

[@Studio23Media]

Just like speed limits.

[@richardschofield2201]

@@Studio23Media I see speed limits as a target

[@craigversetti5700]

Totally speechless !!! This is hands down one of the best educational videos I've ever watched !!!! I truly and sincerely appreciate & thank you for making this video and sharing your knowledge !!!! Just starting to try as no learn bending and thought I was never gonna find anything useful on KZbin and BOOM !! Your video pops up & changes everything!!!! = instant subscriber .... THANK YOU !!

[@RickRabjohn]

Thanks Tony - love your channel and appreciate the tips on bending.

[@ThisOldTony]

My pleasure Rick, thanks for watching.

[@jimmilne19]

Yet another tool I'll have to make to keep up with the Tonys. I got myself a keyboard and am practicing thriller music and now will learn to play blacksmith and bender music. Very entertaining occupational therapy watching your videos.

[@FuriousFatMan]

I am bender, please insert girder. -FFM

[@BikingVikingHH]

FuriousFatMan FFM? I thought his name was Bender Rodriguez

[@Ilex1]

@@BikingVikingHH Bender Bending Rodriquez

[@Ilex1]

@@BikingVikingHH Bender Bending Rodriquez

[@Dont.....-]

Get bent.

[@TheWyeth101]

As someone without much familiarity with bending techniques this video has been very informative. Your videos are great quality.

[@ZeroBlackfire]

Any body else hoping for it to say "Bite my shiny metal ass."?

[@Danny_Boel]

yep, also : "I am Bender, insert liquor!"

[@jerry-cw9yw]

these early vids are almost painful, thank God you became real! You are awesome!

[@Marvin.Runyon]

Lots of audio clipping/popping. +1 for MST3k and Classic Industrial Films! Your videos are the biggest source of joy in my subscription feed. Please setup a Patreon, sell t-shirts, or some other swag, so I can give you my money.

[@Marvin.Runyon]

That includes MrPete222, AvE, and Stefan (who comes a close second in the comedy category).

[@AspinceLaframboise]

I find Mrpete222 somewhat pedantic eh...

[@Marvin.Runyon]

Tom Wilcox What?? OMG, I hate AvE now! Unsubscribed!

[@andregross7420]

What do you know that we don't?

[@hikerJohn]

Who is Stefan? I love these videos so whoever he is I'm sure I'll enjoy them as well.

[@svendmusic]

Hey don't apologize for the voice over part... I found it the best part of the video. It's better quality sound, it's edited to smoothness, gets right to the point, whereas the live audio scenes tend to ramble or drag on, (Please don't take offense, I'm just trying to offer an individual viewer's perception). One of the reasons that Jimmy DiResta's videos are so addictive is because of the style, with voice overs that get right to the point. Content-wise, great stuff! I'd love to sit and watch all the videos you could come up with on metal working.

[@ThisOldTony]

ha! Thanks svendmusic!

[@voxellab4339]

Love the humor and the tips. How about welding a socket on the end of your lathe roller stock tool. Then you could have a ratcheted handle to turn the lathe.

[@ThisOldTony]

Good idea! Except it's never the same stock twice. :(

[@lazarisfotis7138]

?

[@vilholeipala2100]

Voxel Lab

[@gamemeister27]

Hossfeld still makes benders right here in the ol USA! Winona MN

[@SeraphimKnight]

That ending, priceless hahaha

[@RexusKing]

The ending of the ending showing "THE END"

[@davidcoghill8612]

You know what they say; always end with the D.

[@erlingweiseth2774]

It was the "D" that did the end!

[@gusbisbal9803]

I was waiting for elvis to start singing

[@pinkponyofprey1965]

the DRAMA hahaha! Man, it's metal bending!!! :D

[@prodesign8189]

Every vid you do is superb. I'm addicted. My wife told me I'm staying up too late watching these.

[@davethompson2881]

Jesus H, do you have one of every tool ever conceived? That's my goal too. One day, I might even use them....

[@DanKoning777]

Dave: Offensive and sad use of Gods name.

[@glenralph5123]

The fact that you got offended enough to comment about it is sad. I mean, you would spend every waking second of your life defending the incorrect use of "gods" name in the comment section of KZbin alone, never mind it being used everywhere else.

[@DanKoning777]

Glen: kinda like you taking the time to reply and wondering about his offense right? Many of us are offended at ppl who use Gods name that way....He died for us!!!

[@frechjo]

I think he was talking about Jesús Hernández, he lives near my house. If you want to feel offended, well, it's his parents' fault, José and María. Good folks, just a bit superstitious.

[@mikemarler8224]

For God.so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, so that whosoever believeth in Him will believeth in anything.

[@brucek.evans-historian7028]

Subscribed for the snappy repartee alone...MST would have sealed the deal anyway. Thank you for proving that talkies on KZbin are perfectly fine...Edison worked hard so we could hear you. Some of the old industrials are surprisingly educational, if you fight the urge to put 30 weight oil in your hair and smoke a straight stem pipe. Seriously, thank you for the informative and enjoyable video.

[@Abom79]

I've always wanted one of those, so useful for what we do. Tony did you say you built that one? Know where I can get some prints?

[@ThisOldTony]

Hey Adam -- yep, shop-made. Google "hossfeld bender plans", there are a ton out there. FYI, since I'd wager you'd probably be bending some big stuff, the hydraulics are an add-on, just a cylinder that does the pushing. Basic machine is the same.

[@harryarora4277]

Abom79

[@MillerMachineWorks]

my hossfeld I beefed up the hydraulic arm to 1/2" thick but mounting a hand control spool valve on the handle saves the assaches of chasing a footpedal

[@Dardrum]

I like this set of plans docs.google.com/file/d/0B2y3M5DjEM7XMmIwZTQyMTktZTRmZS00NTAxLTlkMGYtNGMwNTY4MzNhYjUz/edit?pli=1

[@t54760]

Ha. I need a bender to make the bender.

[@richardvalcourt5628]

Fantastic video! Had the opportunity to use a Hossfeld bender extensively a long time ago, it is a exceptional tool. I am now using a similar bender made in China, it does the job but not near as well as a Hossfeld. Thank you for the video.

[@cannonball666]

When I was young I used to go on weekend benders.

[@Lance_Manyn]

The demonstration of use of the Hossfeld reminds me of the antique bending tool I kept in my toolbox during my decade and a half career as a spring maker. Although it could be held in one hand, thereby looking like a toy version of the Hossfeld, it was perfect for making forms out of music wire up to .125". The forms would then be mounted to sliding tool holders with the form tools to maintain squareness, ensure consistent tool engagement or part clearance. I was very hesitant to use the bender due to it's 50's manufacture date, but it became so useful I never regretted putting it to use.

[@BrilliantDesignOnline]

In the classic 40's narrator's voice, "Golly TOT, what a SWELL video!"

[@richardenglerth2659]

Great video as well as period correct music. Terrific description on bender and nice plant stand. I'm jealous , always wanted a nice shop for both metal and wood.

[@randynovick7972]

I'm just now getting around to the deeper parts of the back catalogue. Was this plant stand project the spirited genesis of the ring roller project?

[@Thunderbelch]

Sinewy hands and brawny arms and MST3k, not to mention enthusiastic indifference! Can't get enough of your videos! :)

[@azyfloof]

Was just thinking I needed a This Old Tony fix :D

[@nobrick321]

Same here.

[@RGSABloke]

Hey Tony, as I used to tell my students, Mr. Physics will come and visit you all the through your life so you will need to be ready for him!!!! Not sure if you would be interested in selling Tee Shirts etc.? As I have said before, you are a very talented person, please keep sharing young man. Kindest regards. Joe. PS I will make sure I checkout the bending machine video!

[@ThisOldTony]

Thanks!

[@russellueckermann5694]

Azayles w4rďrrrrrrdrr4rr41vfff

[@willierants5880]

Come back and get fixed again! That's what I just did. I feel satisfied. Nothing like a good bending to get you going again.

[@barrythompson5127]

The information on the bender was so much more interesting than the plant pot (sorry:), and your dry sense of humour is priceless :-) Many thanks for another great production Tony !

[@JimTheZombieHunter]

As Will Smith said in Independence day: "I have GOT to get me one of those".

[@matthapaq9618]

Tony You are the best mate Thank youuuuuu so so very much for your precious time you spend just to give us all the beautiful knowledge that no one could give it to us ☺️😎 God bless you and your beloved family mate ,, cheers Matt

[@petek210]

Put a hyun-die in the bender a form a new car!

[@ThisOldTony]

i see what you did there.

[@Tiger2000Lion2005]

I cannot thank you enough for this. I never can find a good video to tell me how to use my hossfeld

[@MisterLongShot_Official]

Even now, years later, I watch this video and a small party of me wishes TOT ended all his videos by making a piece of metal to complete a sentence, just like they did.

[@BrokenRRT]

The Mystery Science Theater feature brought back some old but good memories. Once again another great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@Strattao]

Are you Alan Alda?

[@Reaper4367]

Strattao: i was thinking 'Ray Romano'..lol

[@dannyshepard9293]

I can hear that resemblance!

[@Bettinasisrg]

Dear Mr. Tony, I will happily take any old tools you see fit to retire! Thanks, an old artist.

[@davidcoghill8612]

I'd like to buy some benders and bender accessories.

[@bobmcclure1624]

Hossfeld

[@humblehombre9904]

I really get and enjoy your wit...brilliant! Your are an excellent instructor. Your ideas and points come across clearly. I will share your site with others. Thanks so much. Regards, Cam.

[@ericwehrs338]

Does anyone else hear the audio popping, or are my speakers blown?

[@PatonHaus]

I hear it Eric.

[@ipullstuffapart]

Oddly enough it doesn't sound like clipping. What I think it may be is his video editing software may have tried to synchronize the other video he had from the old demos and they had a timing skew, so it may have inadvertently stretched his primary video causing audio cuts that weren't on 0 crossings.

[@MaxRay16]

Okay wasn't my phone speakers broken

[@ThisOldTony]

Sorry about that! ipullstuffapart might be onto something. the sound 'looked' fine in the editor. I heard the popping but thought it was my fantastic computer speakers.

[@ericwehrs338]

Not at all mate, love your videos!

[@pjhalchemy]

First class and full of fun. Love the old music, horn rich... Great info on the bender types and functions. Funny too because of needing to compound bend 3/8" 01 in fairly tight radii...between you and Marv, I may have it fingered out. Thanks for all the fun Tony, always grateful for your vids!! ~PJ

[@ThisOldTony]

thanks PJ, always good to see you here.

[@nacholucero8919]

never knew i needed this until now

[@terapode]

Your videos are always entertaining. I´m setting up a home machine shop because of videos like this.

[@ThisOldTony]

THanks! I think. friends don't let friends hobby-machine. Good luck, have fun & be safe!

[@brianwalk108]

have watched this video 298 times, almost ready to see the Hausfield video now

[@larrysperling8801]

great job on the hossfeld clone. i have a no2 and to be honest yours looks better than mine. i built a hyd system for mine and i have a good bit of hossfeld tooling. you can still get the instruction manual with pictures of all the dies and accessories from hossfeld . i refer to mine all the time for setups.for tight bends on flat stock i would recommend the bending yoke. its easy to make and use. there is also a guy who posted drawings of all the bendier parts should anyone want to make one of these. once you have one you wonder how you ever got along without it .but we say that about all of our tools dont we, i really enjoy your videos, you are very talented. keep them comming.

[@ThisOldTony]

Yes, the bending yoke is on the list somewhere. Thanks Larry!

[@glenndavis2762]

yup, I refer to the Hossfeld manual as well - it really good

[@cuchulain1647]

HOW DO YOU FIND THOSE OLD FILMS!?!!?? and.... WHY ARE YOU SO AWESOME!?!???!!

[@junjunmulleda5467]

Love watching your videos. I always learn something new. Its great that you are passing on your shop knowledge. Keep em coming.

[@drportland8823]

This Old Tony on a bender... but will he use this joke, or is it too obvious. I'll have to watch to find out.

[@saxon215]

yet another machine i never knew i needed thank you old Tony for making my garage feel slightly less complete. if you ever do retire the old universal bender don't throw it out I'll happily pay to have it shipped to dingo woop woop.

[@ThisOldTony]

Rule #1: Never worry about running out of tools to buy.

[@Brentiannoli]

Where have you been all my life

[@imagineaworld]

i said the same thing. allthewhile youtube was promoting to me pewdiepie.. those big wigs aint very bright lol

[@jimkillen1065]

Nice job . I built several hangers out of 3/8 heavy wall SS tubing by bending them with a tubing bender and making one weld with a tig rig ..I got tired of my heavy leather coats collapsing my hangers .. i have those hangers from now on and they look pretty good . I come up with some more tubing but it's a odd ball diameter so that bender might get it done . I have to try to locate one thanks for the videos

[@vegasflyboy67]

I always forge shirtless, keeps my chest baby smooth and wax free.

[@GregsGarage]

This Old Tony... You make me laugh and yet, I learn stuff as I watch. Thanks for another great lesson.

[@vgel]

The MST3K bit was great! :D

[@RexusKing]

When is the bit? I didn't get it...

[@JDLuke]

Start at 16:38

[@Justone177]

vgel I've been watching for years, finally caught that one. WTF. This is why I like his content.

[@hisatnam]

WOW... who ever created this video he/she is good in filming. Thank you.

[@GeofDumas]

that "legs too short" joke is gold

[@makieks]

my father has this joke about water level beeing so low in the lake that the oars woun't even reach the water

[@stevejones7626]

Great video

[@experiencingtechnicaldiffi5184]

We used to have a pond then one year the pond froze so hard that when the geese flew south they took the pond with them. Mike (o\!/o)

[@georgecombs]

I love the old industrial movie clips. They bring back fond memories of highschool metal shop.

[@jabernathy2595]

"REDRUM" too funny. Great videos as always. Thanks :)

[@northatlantic2723]

I've been binge watching your stuff since I found your channel. You have become my favourite KZbinr! Great content, great videography and I like your humour (and the fact that you give metric dimensions too ;-). Thanks for makin' !

[@kyphur]

I'll take that SBG-40 off your hands if you get rid of it.

[@BrilliantDesignOnline]

Can still get them on Amazon for under $400

[@Garganzuul]

Figured out how to make my completely unrelated lathe jig while watching your video, so thanks. Very nice editing and sound BTW. Subscribed.

[@ThisOldTony]

Thanks, and glad I could be of some help. :)

[@SomeGuyInSandy]

MST3-Tony!

[@spkrman15]

Yup loved that too

[@jeffreypfeifer862]

Bravo Bravo! Love those old film snippets... also a great way to earn points for all the tools in the home shop ;)

[@Eggsr2bcrushed]

Link to video he mentioned: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWGzZJSrl9FkjZI

[@marceltimmers1290]

Thanks mate. Just think of doing the tree bending trick these days, they will have you in court so fast it will make your ears whistle.

[@landlockedviking]

Thanks

[@1ucasvb]

God, I absolutely love these old instructional videos.

[@allcopseatpasta6976]

Then you will love the chanel of jeff Quitney

[@peger]

Thanks

[@pacowang283]

Really enjoy your videos. I find myself laughing a little to loud at your sense of humor, which gives away that I am not working. Sounds like I am listening to Alan Alda.

[@ryandelannoy2198]

"I am Bender. Insert girder."

[@Alanbataar]

Nice tip on the Hossfeld video! I've been meaning to get passivating paste for ages, just never got around to it. Maybe this is the nudge I needed. I ***really*** like the pyramid roller setup in the lathe. I'm definitely making a copy of that, although I think I'd put a live center in the mandrel. You could even make dies for round tubing. Speaking of misusing, er, adapting precision tools as pyramid rolls, I recall seeing a video of a horizontal mill set up with dies for tubing. I can't find the video at the moment, I saw it several years ago. In a nutshell, it had 3 equal-sized dies for tubing, the top one was keyed to an arbor, the bottom two in a hefty angle iron frame and pinned down to the mill table. The mill spindle was set to low RPM, and the bending radius was set by lifting the knee. They were making a very large radius, possibly an awning or carport cover.

[@ThisOldTony]

I think I've seen that before. The roller on the horizontal mill. Crazy stuff.

[@cyliemyrus]

don't throw it in the trash! I'll take it. =]

[@JustinAlexanderBell]

Me first

[@VRMN8R]

This is an awesome video. I don't know how that many people could give it a thumbs down. I have a Hossfeld copy also that I was able to set up a hydraulic RAM and bend tubing with it. Your makeshift dies are very cool I'd love to see more videos like this.

[@moofymoo]

Bite my shiny metal ass! --Bender

[@mal2ksc]

No, no, it's a _manual_ bender. You have to bite your _own_ shiny metal ass.

[@stevehicks662]

i thought it was benders mexican cousin?

[@counterfit5]

Steve Hicks Flexo?

[@jamesa7506]

Wow, sir! I didn't know you were a blacksmith WAAAY back in your younger days! Good on you.

[@aubreyaub]

You snake. You actually built a plant stand. Who's a Good Boy?

[@kengamble8595]

Yelp, a man after my own heart, improvisation ! Some people have it and some..... just don't ! Thanks for sharing and take care.

[@Spirit532]

Neat, as always. Small protip: use baking soda to neutralize the acid before you wash it off.

[@cam-yo9tu]

It's a pleasure to be reminded that I'm not the only guy left who knows how to do this kind of stuff. Hands-on craft skills used to be common. Not so much, anymore. BTW, that Harbor Freight bender works pretty well, so long as you don't over stress it. That recycled Chinesium steel has a tendency to fracture like cast iron.

[@rubencardoso635]

Excellent video, thank you very much Old Tony for your time and philanthropy. I will soon be making one piece like yours, it is great. Again, thank you.

[@pusherpilot]

Your narration is awesome. You must talk a lot for a living. You should be some type of salesman.