I have used some of your principles and I got to say you have obviously put a lot of thought and experimentation into your tongs. The process can sometimes look over complicated but every detail has a specific and well thought out reason and makes for really exceptional tongs (Nothing fancy is something you say a lot but these really are exceptional tools) Thanks for sharing
Sometimes I might over-complicate things with tongs but in the process of trying this and that, I sometimes stumble onto a way that works better for me. Thanks for your kind comment.
another really simple but effective "shaping tool". and might i say you must have "Foundry Hands" you use a Gas forge ( like most of us ) so we know it heats up the entire piece ...grabbing it no gloves ! kudos
I've been using a hold down on top of a bolster plate then use a set hammer to drive it down. I think I did this in my last tong video. (Actually I forgot to do the offset before riveting in my most recent tong video. Last video it's in is my bent knee tongs.)
After a certain point, everyone seems to go about tongs in slightly different ways and so long as the tongs work, that's all that probably matters. Thanks.
Hey Glen, I know his video is four days old. But I've no other way to check on you and the fam. I hope and pray y'all are all ok!! I know dropping a video is the last thing on your mind atm. Heck I don't even know if you have internet. I just pray y'all are all ok!! It's just got me worried knowing Taipei has damage. 😟😰
I really appreciate your concern. We are OK and are just dealing with some damage though it's minor compared to those who had buildings collapse. Thanks.
Hi Scott, The concern that you and others have shown me is really touching. We are OK and just dealing with some damage but minor if compared to those who had buildings come down. Thanks.
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Always pearls of "blacksmithing" wisdom!! Thanks Glen!
Just a simple idea / tool that I've really been using a lot lately. Thanks for all Robert.
Cool little helper tool! Consistency is key in tong making!
Yes, this simple tool is one I've been using a lot lately - really helpful for me and what I want to accomplish. Thanks Steve.
I just saw the news, I hope you and all of yours are well and safe Glen..
My family and I are fine, some others, not so much. Biggest earthquake I've ever felt. Thanks for your well wishes.
I have used some of your principles and I got to say you have obviously put a lot of thought and experimentation into your tongs. The process can sometimes look over complicated but every detail has a specific and well thought out reason and makes for really exceptional tongs (Nothing fancy is something you say a lot but these really are exceptional tools)
Thanks for sharing
Sometimes I might over-complicate things with tongs but in the process of trying this and that, I sometimes stumble onto a way that works better for me. Thanks for your kind comment.
Another very cool idea 💡.
I'm the same way. On some things, I don't want it to be " pretty " , I just need it to do its job.
The video I will post next is the definition of this. Thanks Steve.
another really simple but effective "shaping tool". and might i say you must have "Foundry Hands" you use a Gas forge ( like most of us ) so we know it heats up the entire piece ...grabbing it no gloves ! kudos
I constantly cool the ends I'm holding. Sure, my hands have gotten used to heat some but I haven't developed any super power yet! Thanks Greg.
You keep things interesting! Have a nice Easter
I'm trying my friend. Same to you John.
This is one simple tool I've been using more and more lately. Thanks for all Keurk.
same here hope you ok buddy from the recent earthquake
My family and I are doing fine. Thanks for asking my friend.
Looks like it works nice, thanks for the video!
Hi Jayce, A very simple tool but one I've been using a lot lately. Thanks.
I've been using a hold down on top of a bolster plate then use a set hammer to drive it down.
I think I did this in my last tong video. (Actually I forgot to do the offset before riveting in my most recent tong video. Last video it's in is my bent knee tongs.)
After a certain point, everyone seems to go about tongs in slightly different ways and so long as the tongs work, that's all that probably matters. Thanks.
Hope you're safe!
Yes, I and those I know are fine. Thanks.
Great idea!!!
Thanks Jon.
Great idea 👍👍
Simple but works for me. Thanks.
genius!
Thanks Harold.
Glen I hope you are ok, The earthquake.
I and my family are OK. Thanks for checking in my friend.
@@gstongs Good to hear, take care Glen.
Hey Glen, I know his video is four days old. But I've no other way to check on you and the fam. I hope and pray y'all are all ok!! I know dropping a video is the last thing on your mind atm. Heck I don't even know if you have internet. I just pray y'all are all ok!! It's just got me worried knowing Taipei has damage. 😟😰
I really appreciate your concern. We are OK and are just dealing with some damage though it's minor compared to those who had buildings collapse. Thanks.
Hey G..just saw the earhthquake news...you and yours all good?
We're OK but have some damage to deal with. Thanks for asking.
Hope you're ok. Let us know in a video
Hi Greg, I'm still here and doing my thing. We've got damage to deal with but nothing compared to others. Thanks for checking in.
you're ok???
Yes, I and my family are fine. Thanks for asking.
Glen you ok, earthquake ???
My family and I are fine, some others, not so much. Thanks for checking in.
Did you survive the earthquake?
Yes, I am alive and hammering. Thanks for checking in Steve.
I'm wondering if you and yours, are all doing okay. You have a big extended on-line family that care about you and yours. 🫂
Hi Scott, The concern that you and others have shown me is really touching. We are OK and just dealing with some damage but minor if compared to those who had buildings come down. Thanks.