Hand Forging Needle Nose Plier

Hand Forging Needle Nose Plier - GS Tongs Style

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Жыл бұрын

I make a first attempt at a pair of needle nose pliers.
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@ronthacker211 Жыл бұрын

1st time seeing a needle nose plier project. Impressive work.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Glad you like this one Ron. And thanks as usual for all your valued support.

@Solid_Punch Жыл бұрын

We need to have a double-like or super-like function here on KZfaq. One like is not enough for such video!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I really do appreciate your very kind, overly generous comment. Thanks for sure.

@rigidironworks9834 Жыл бұрын

The pliers turned out great Glen, I'm beginning to think you are the master of pivot point tools. Well done !

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I've got more projects like this in my mind. I appreciate all your support Mike.

@jamesw9930 Жыл бұрын

This and the scissors are some of the nicest things youve ever made Glen. I love seeing you make useful tools, great job.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you saying that. Maybe there's hope for me after all! I've got more like this planned so let's what's next. Thanks James.

@TooTall553 Жыл бұрын

Glen a sign of a good smith Is the one who makes his own Tools and good at it, you rock!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

If judged on tong making, then yeah, I could be considered a good smith. But on most everything else it's very debatable! Thanks for all.

@heatshield Жыл бұрын

this is really cool, man. Lots of people made things that were required to make other things that are getting us to the moon this morning.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

That's a very good point. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

@heatshield Жыл бұрын

@@gstongs I always watch. No need to thank me, sir. Thank you for taking the time to swim around in the deep with us and find someone to talk with.

@DireWolfForge Жыл бұрын

Glen, you never cease to amaze me with how good your ideas are. Those look great man! Much love brother

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

For sure this pair of pliers is nice. There's room for improvement and so I'll see where I can take this next. And I appreciate the love brother. Big thanks.

@dylanschmidt4166 Жыл бұрын

I wish pliers like these were still readily available. Everyone would want them.

@TalRohan Жыл бұрын

Those are great, I have in the back of my head to make some round nose pliers for my lady for jewellery making but my list of tools needed is long and incomprehensible...and usually forgotten as soon as I light the forge.......... I wish I could get flap wheels for my grinder here you have access to some really cool stuff in the city , I'm especially impressed by the amount of different steels you can get and having an accessible machinist.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

For now, Taipei is still pretty convenient for me as far as getting steel, etc. Things are changing slowly and maybe in 5 years time that won't be the case. Thanks.

@ChristCenteredIronworks Жыл бұрын

Great job Glenn 🙂

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Roy. Sorry I haven't been active on your channel / live streams. Not terribly busy and I've been focusing on getting some stuff done that I've neglected for a while. Thanks. 😬

@BrassLock Жыл бұрын

Ready to pull out some big splinters Glen 😁 I like these pliers very much, so practical. The big round joint was fascinating to watch as it was being made. All very interesting.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I still wish the pivot was less wide and more thick. Next go round... Thanks.

@homemadetools Жыл бұрын

Another rare tool build. We shared this video on our homemade tools forum this week 😎

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing my video. I need to get active on your channel. 😬

@homemadetools Жыл бұрын

@@gstongs Let me know if you want a free premium forum account, and you can post your videos on our forum whenever you want. We have lots of YTers on board.

@MinionsSmithy Жыл бұрын

Your creativity never ceases to amaze me, Glen! Those are freaking awesome! I am searching you out after the apocalypse, lol! Well done, Sir!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Hey Steven, Just saw your donation now. I'll give you the usual recognition, probably three videos later. I really can't thank you enough for all the generous support. 😬

@MinionsSmithy Жыл бұрын

Glen, it is well deserved, Sir! Knowledge is priceless! Well, sorta! Lol! I appreciate all you do for us!!!!!!!

@toddellner5283 Жыл бұрын

A real education in tong making

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Tongs are about the only thing I'm really confident in making. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

@dwwoodbuilds Жыл бұрын

Great job Glenn. Definitely learned some new techniques from this!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Glad you can learn anything from watching even if it's what not to do! But seriously thanks.

@paulorchard7960 Жыл бұрын

Very cool Glen! I would never have thought of making needle nose pliers, well done mate!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I wish I started doing projects like this sooner. Anyway, I'll continue on this path and see what I can do. Thanks Paul.

@RRINTHESHOP Жыл бұрын

Nice heavy duty set of pliers, well done Glen.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I pleased with this pair of pliers but will make some adjustments next go round. Thanks.

@ironcladranchandforge7292 Жыл бұрын

Wow!! Nice job Glen. I've never made pliers before. I should give it a try. I like how you made the pivot. Very unique and original.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Not sure why I also never made a pair of pliers before. I had fun with this one but I'd like to make changes for my next try. Thanks for all Jeff.

@larrystrayer8336 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. I’m always so impressed with your technic and your narrative. So well done as if I was in your studio.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

You're being very kind and generous with your comment. Thanks Larry.

@JarlSeamus Жыл бұрын

Worst case, soften the inside faces of the jaws and they're awesome scrolling tongs.

@TheOldaz1 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful, personally I would like the jaws closer to parallel, but very nice work. Thanks Glen.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I had thought of doing that - it wouldn't have been difficult. But settled on a bit of angle when closed. Thanks.

@stephenmcfadyen1385 Жыл бұрын

very nice pliers and a very clever technique

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen. I'm satisfied with this pair of pliers but will make some adjustments next try.

@stevenammons1023 Жыл бұрын

Perfect pliers the one thing I would do I'd fix a place to put a spring to keep the jaws open

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

You're one step ahead of me. I thought about that but figured I should wait until I get my basic plier design sorted. Thanks.

@williamdeal2209 Жыл бұрын

You do absolute great work with what you have to work with

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your kind comment. Thanks.

@rlaycock86 Жыл бұрын

Those pliers look great!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they're not bad. I'll make a few more for sure. Thanks as always for your support Rob.

@jackofalltrades9492 Жыл бұрын

Great little pliers. Keep up the good work champ.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated. I think I can improve upon this. More to follow...

@Joe___R Жыл бұрын

Splaing out the handles would be a good improvement for those. There is a reason you almost never see straight handles on pliers, they are less comfortable and with the closing position so close to each other it decreases the amount of pressure you can use to close them.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

My original design (on paper) did have a decent amount of curve / splay in the handles. But things don't always go according to plan for me. I see where I can make improvements and do my best next go round. Thanks for watching.

@khildrak Жыл бұрын

Looks great! Love that patina you put on it too!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I think I'm maybe too in love with this patina. Been using it on everything. I really appreciate all of your consistent support of the channel.

@andrewoperacz7427 Жыл бұрын

They look fantastic

@schmiedepeter3881 Жыл бұрын

A very wonderful work as each job you do. Thanks from germany.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Hi Peter, I appreciate all the support you've shown me. Thanks.

@nteleguine Жыл бұрын

This is beautiful and inspiring.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Hi Nikolai and thanks for all your support. It's very much appreciated. 😬

@67spellcaster Жыл бұрын

Nicely done Glen!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks jay. I'll keep on trying my best.

@MrJamesjustin Жыл бұрын

Mate, that's beautiful. Nice job.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your kind comment. Thanks.

@user-kt2hb8xr3p Жыл бұрын

Great job, thank you brother. You are so talented

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you watching and for your very kind comment. I'll keep trying my best. Thanks for your support.

@tyellis6001 Жыл бұрын

Great pair of pliers👍🏻

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Not bad but I think I can do better. More to follow... Thanks Ty

@robertsimmons3556 Жыл бұрын

Very nice Glen!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks robert.

@48vdcwrld Жыл бұрын

Nice pliers Glen

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks John.

@madroot Жыл бұрын

Nice job!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sure.

@alanspeert8351 Жыл бұрын

A new style tong pivot

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Hi Alan and thanks for continuing to support / watch.

@ayelencejas1678 8 ай бұрын

the best!!

@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740 Жыл бұрын

Hey Glenn! Great job. So many things to see here. Watch count exceed the like capabilities! 😂 So you mentioned drawing out the handles/reins. Just a thought. Fullering dies on the little guillotine tool??? Yup makes ridges but those get smooth by Ye Old Clobereinhitzen! Similar to drawing out over the edge of the anvil with a crosspein Clobereinhitzen! 😂 I see that smile over here in Texas! Blessings brother Crawford out 🙏🏻🔥⚒️🧙🏼‍♂️

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Yes, my fullering dies would certainly work for drawing a little faster. I also have a couple of simple hardy hole bottom fullers and I recently completed a cross peen hammer for myself and I'll show / use those soon. Anyway, your suggestions are sound advice. Just need them to sink into my brain when I'm actually working. Thanks Crawford.

@gregwells8764 Жыл бұрын

nicely done

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@dragonwaterforge Жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sure.

@tonywilkey4369 Жыл бұрын

Nice job Glen I like the way you styled the boss are you right or left handed, I noticed an earlier video of you writing on a white board I think it was left handed but you use a hammer right handed. Tony Artistic Blacksmith Adelaide South Australia

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Very observant - I write left-handed but do virtually everything else with my right hand. Go figure... Thanks for all your support Tony.

@midknightforge7446 Жыл бұрын

Great video Glen. Awesome work. What did you say was /the point of the green solution? Something up with my audio so I couldn’t make it out. Thanks in advance.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

That oxalic acid solution put s patina on pieces that helps prevent rust. And I just really like the look. Thanks.

@CockatoobirdmanBill Жыл бұрын

What no makers mark? next thing you know you try to make slip jaw pliers or a cresent wrinch (Lol) good job ⚒⚒⚒⚒⚒..Be well and be safe....

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Hey brother, any way you can email me? I still want to give you the tong you've earned via donating. I've emailed you several times but they must be going to junk... No matter, there's no expiration on this reward so whenever is fine. And yes, I forgot my mark on this one. There's always next time. Thanks for all Bill.

@ADRIAN-zh4ti Жыл бұрын

Master

@heatshield Жыл бұрын

🌌

@richardmahan4197 Жыл бұрын

Well done, sir. I really like the patina. What is the oxalic acid mixed with and in what proportions? Thanks.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

I mix it in tap water but I really can't say the proportions. Maybe a teaspoon full for each cup of water? I'm also in love with this patina and maybe too much so. Been using on everything and the kitchen sink... Thanks Richard.

@michaelstares1988 Жыл бұрын

They look really good. Question do you make scrolling tongs? I am after a pair? Also I am in the UK if that is a problem. Many thanks

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Hi and yes, I do make scroll tongs and do send to the UK. If interested, email me: gstongs@gmail.com www.gstongs.com Thanks for watching.

@reverendfawkes6138 Жыл бұрын

Hey, Glen! Chris V. here! Great video, and a sexy little plier! Any chance these will go up on the store?

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Someone else asked about me selling pliers and/or scissors but I'm not at that point yet. However, it's something I'm considering once I get my designs sorted. Otherwise, I might start giving away such items in lucky drawings or maybe for a small donation. Thanks Chris for all your support.

@Taitius Жыл бұрын

Won't the oxalic acid eventually corrode through your metal storage can?

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Someone else asked the same. It's not very powerful (acidic) and so it would likely take a very long time. However using glass or plastic is probably better. Thanks.

@allanrichts7620 Жыл бұрын

What do you call your jig at around 0.37 sec ?

@brucemccuan1481 Жыл бұрын

Sir would like to know What your solution is That you use on the Plyers, think you

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

The solution is oxalic acid in water. After some time it gives scale free steel a green blue patina. Thanks for watching.

@brucemccuan1481 Жыл бұрын

@@gstongs thank you very much

@deesamlee Жыл бұрын

Hey do you sell any tools you make on line?

@paulorchard7960 Жыл бұрын

Glen sells it all, check his web page, good quality tools!

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Hi and yes. You can find my website at: www.gstongs.com Thanks for watching.

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul.

@treytonhillary9293 Жыл бұрын

What would charge me for a pair of pliers ? Or a pair of scissors ✂️

@gstongs Жыл бұрын

It's hard to say since I normally don't make pliers or scissors for sale. But I plan to continue to do these items in videos and so maybe for a small donation and the price of shipping I might send you one. Email me if interested: gstongs@gmail.com Thanks.