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I hand forge blacksmith tongs of all kinds but also like to use my channel to experiment and forge items I normally wouldn't make. I work with minimal tooling and in an unusually small workspace. Glen - GS Tongs

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Forged Spiral Doorstop - GS Tongs

YouTubeSep 22, 2026

Forged Snail - GS Tongs

YouTubeSep 17, 2026

Forging Scraping Tool - GS Tongs

YouTubeSep 9, 2026

Stubby Blacksmith Hammer - GS Tongs

YouTubeSep 2, 2026

Bent Knee Flat (knife maker) Tong - GS Tongs

YouTubeAug 27, 2026

DNA Spiral Twist - GS Tongs

YouTubeAug 19, 2026

A Little Dipper - GS Tongs

YouTubeAug 12, 2026

Gamut Jaw Tong - GS Tongs

YouTubeAug 6, 2026

Deep Top & Bottom Fuller Twist - GS Tongs

YouTubeJul 30, 2026

Bizarre Box Jaw Style Tong - GS Tongs

YouTubeJul 23, 2026

Forge Unconventional Blacksmith Tong - GS Tongs

YouTubeJul 16, 2026

Make a Simple & Beautiful Copper Bracelet - GS Tongs

YouTubeJul 9, 2026

W1 Steel Herb Style Knife - GS Tongs

YouTubeJul 2, 2026

Short & Stout Adjusting Tong - GS Tongs

YouTubeJun 25, 2026

Forging A Scissor Style Bending Plier - GS Tongs

YouTubeJun 18, 2026

What's The Blacksmith Scoop - GS Tongs

YouTubeJun 10, 2026

Forged Toothpaste Tube Squeezer / Stand - GS Tongs

YouTubeJun 3, 2026

Use Nut As Grain Tool - GS Tongs

YouTubeMay 27, 2026

Wide Jaw Tong From Lightweight Stock - GS Tongs

YouTubeMay 19, 2026

Blacksmith Logo Marks, Getting a Touch Mark Made - GS Tongs

YouTubeMay 14, 2026

Another Hefty Hand Forged Box - GS Tongs

YouTubeMay 8, 2026

Pain in the Butt Forged Vessel - GS Tongs

YouTubeMay 1, 2026

Anvil for Sale, Home Project - GS Tongs

YouTubeApr 28, 2026

Super Simply Forged Tin Cup Hanger - GS Tongs

YouTubeApr 23, 2026

Duck-Billed Platypus Tong - GS Tongs

YouTubeApr 17, 2026

My Small Guillotine Tool (Fuller, Flat & Butcher Die Sets) - GS Tongs

YouTubeApr 13, 2026

Forge Steel Box With Simple Hand Tools - GS Tongs

YouTubeApr 9, 2026

Forge A Unique Ring Thing - GS Tongs

YouTubeApr 2, 2026

Very Small Handled Fuller - GS Tongs

YouTubeMar 26, 2026

Towel Ring - GS Tongs

YouTubeMar 19, 2026

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Science

Beyond the Pickle: Experimenting with Alkaline and Acidic Patinas on Steel

When you think of patina, you might think of vinegar or oil, but the chemistry of steel corrosion can be far more complex. We dive into testing strong alkalis and acids for durable finishes.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

A Closer Look at 1050 Medium Carbon Steel and Rivet Fabrication

Even when the project isn't a blade, the principles of heat treatment and steel selection remain paramount. We dive into the process of crafting a durable, handled rivet header using 1050 medium carbon steel.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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The Art of the Fit: Precision Fabrication in Tongsmithing

Sometimes the hardest part of smithing isn't the forge work—it's the perfect, functional fit. We dive into the precision required to build adjustable, rivet-less tools.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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Beyond the Billet: Precision Tooling and the Art of the Slit

Mastering the craft requires more than just heat treating steel; it demands an understanding of specialized tooling and meticulous alignment.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Science

Beyond the Edge: Mastering Patinas and Casting Copper for Decorative Metalwork

While we focus on the perfect grind and hamon, sometimes the magic happens in the patina. Learn the science behind achieving brilliant blue-green metallic colors on copper.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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Beyond the Hammer: Mastering the Techniques of Welding and Tool Design

Whether you're designing a specialized jig or attempting a complex forge weld, mastering the process is as crucial as the skill. We break down key tips for controlled forging.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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Precision Forging: Applying Blade Skills to Toolmaking

Even when forging something far from the anvil, the principles of heat, geometry, and fit remain the same.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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Function Over Form: Solving Real Problems with SK4 Steel

Sometimes the best designs aren't about aesthetics—they're about fixing a frustrating flaw. We dive into a case study of modifying a simple tool using SK4 steel to solve a common bladesmithing nuisance.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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Beyond the Blade: Applying Bladesmith Principles to Functional Tools

Making a good pair of scissors requires the same rigor and attention to detail as crafting a fine knife—from material choice to the final temper.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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Beyond Patina: Achieving a Copper Skin on Steel

Learn about an experimental technique for applying a unique copper-like surface coating to steel, exploring the chemistry and careful handling required.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

Beyond the Edge: Mastering Fabrication with Solid Steel Tools

Sometimes the best smithing isn't on the blade; it's in the functional, robust tools built from pure steel.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

More Than Just Blades: Mastering the Art of the Rivet Tool

Even the sharpest blade starts with basic metal skills. We break down the process of crafting specialized tools for forming perfect button head rivets.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

The Art of the Plane: Rethinking Steel Removal by Hand

We often jump straight to the forge, but sometimes the most refined craft is in the setup—the slow, steady technique of hand planing steel.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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Form Follows Function: Precision in Forging a Specialized Tong

Even outside of the knife, the principles of material science and precision geometry hold true. Watch how a dedicated smith crafts a specialized tong for steel boxes.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 2 months ago

Techniques

Beyond the Edge: Crafting Tools with the Anvil and Stainless Steel

Sometimes the best forging lessons aren't about high-carbon steel—they're about process, material science, and the perfect strike on a humble anvil.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 2 months ago

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Building the Right Tool: Precision Peening for the Details

Sometimes the best tools aren't for the blade itself, but for the delicate work that holds the blade together. We dive into building a specialized peening hammer for small rivets.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 2 months ago

Techniques

Beyond the Blade: Mastering Form and Finish with Medium Carbon Steel

Whether you're crafting a Damascus billet or a simple kitchen tool, the mastery of forming and finishing medium carbon steel remains foundational to all metalwork.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 2 months ago

Science

Beyond the Forge: Turning a Simple Coil Spring into a Precision Punch

Sometimes the best tools aren't smelted, but repurposed. We break down the science of identifying unknown carbon steel and using it to fabricate a specialized punch for cold-use applications.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 2 months ago

Techniques

Mastering the Tool: Forging the Static Pivot Tong

Sometimes the most important piece of gear is the one you forge. We break down the specialized techniques for creating a static pivot, rivet-free blacksmith tong.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

4 min

0 0 0about 2 months ago

Techniques

From Tree Rescue to Tongs: The Art of Making Specialized Cutters

Watch how a smith approaches the challenge of cutting a thick cable lock, detailing the precise steps of forging, grinding, and heat treating a custom pair of snips.

Glen GS Tongs

Rogue Blades

3 min

0 0 0about 2 months ago

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