Slotted Jaw Tongs from Kens Custom iron @BlackBearForge

Black Bear Forge | Slotted Jaw Tongs from Kens Custom iron @BlackBearForge | Uploaded June 2021 | Updated October 2024, 8 hours ago.
Sponsored by: The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/blackbearforge06211

Slotted jaw tongs are a very versatile style of blacksmithing tongs. Today I am using blanks purchased from Kens Custom Iron
kensironstore.com/collections/quick-tongs

00:00 - Intro
01:20 - What if you don't have tongs
01:51 - Working in the induction forge
02:40 - Drawing out the reins
05:02 - Kens Custom Iron
05:54 - Second rein
07:19 - Sponsored by Skillshare
08:41 - Drifting the jaws
10:07 - Tong jaws, left hand vs right hand
11:33 - Shaping the jaws
12:13 - Assembling the tongs
13:03 - Final adjustments
15:28 - Closeups of completed project

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Video equipment usedCameras used in this video
Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV
Rode Wireless Go microphone - adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm

Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil and Tool
fontaninianvilandtool.com

Mailing address:
Black Bear Forge
P.O. Box 4
Beulah, CO 81023

If you are curious about some of my other interests, you may like my second channel
John Switzer
youtube.com/channel/UCrH18xls7zdB6b19L6oJDgw

Find me online at:
blackbearforge.com
blackbearforge.etsy.com
instagram.com/blackbearforge
facebook.com/Black-Bear-Forge-209863855743919

Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith.

My blacksmiths apron
Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF

To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit.
abana.org

Blacksmithing tools and supplies
Self contained air hammers - saymakhammers.com
General blacksmithing supplies - oleoacresfarriersupply.com
General blacksmithing supplies - piehtoolco.com
General blacksmithing supplies - centaurforge.com
General blacksmithing supplies - blacksmithsdepot.com
General blacksmithing supplies - blacksmithsupply.com
Square head bolts and lags - blacksmithbolt.com
New anvils - oldworldanvils.com
New anvils - nimbaanvils.com
New anvils - fontaninianvilandtool.com
Industrial supplier - mcmaster.com
Tong blanks and tools - kensironstore.com
Fire brick and refractory - refwest.com

Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.

$Slotted Jaw Tongs from Kens Custom iron Sponsored by: The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/blackbearforge06211 Slotted jaw tongs are a very versatile style of blacksmithing tongs. Today I am using blanks purchased from Kens Custom Iron https://kensironstore.com/collections/quick-tongs 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - What if you dont have tongs 01:51 - Working in the induction forge 02:40 - Drawing out the reins 05:02 - Kens Custom Iron 05:54 - Second rein 07:19 - Sponsored by Skillshare 08:41 - Drifting the jaws 10:07 - Tong jaws, left hand vs right hand 11:33 - Shaping the jaws 12:13 - Assembling the tongs 13:03 - Final adjustments 15:28 - Closeups of completed project Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d Use code Blackbear10 for a discount on your next order Music sourced through Epidemic sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... Whacky Nights - Alexandra Woodward To Provide financial support use one of the links below. Buy me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JohnSwitzer https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge https://www.patreon.com/BlackBearForge Video equipment usedCameras used in this video Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil and Tool http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 If you are curious about some of my other interests, you may like my second channel John Switzer https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrH18xls7zdB6b19L6oJDgw Find me online at: http://www.blackbearforge.com http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com https://www.instagram.com/blackbearforge/ https://www.facebook.com/Black-Bear-Forge-209863855743919/ Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. My blacksmiths apron http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.$ $BLACKSMITH FRIDAY - Gift ideas for Blacksmiths As the holidays approach I wanted to share some gift ideas for the blacksmith on your shopping list. Or maybe just for yourself. I have included a few things that are asked about regularly so its also a bit of Q&A. 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Using these links does not cost you any extra but does pay a small commission to help support this channel. As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. 00:00- Intro 00:56 - Leather Apron 02:54 - Gloves 04:19 - Blue Tooth Hearing Protection 06:00 - Silver Pencil 06:47 - Hook Ruler 07:37 - Tongs 08:43 - Pre Cut Project Blanks 09:53 - Forging Hammer 10:26- Swage Block 10:54 - Anvils 12:05 Power Tools Become a Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackBearForge Donate - https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge Shop - http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com Web site - http://www.blackbearforge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blackbearfo... FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/John.BlackBe... John Switzer channel - https://www.youtube.com/johnswitzer Some of my most used gear* Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/b3yZ7v Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Deity V Mic D3 pro - https://adorama.rfvk.net/mxO51 *Links include affiliate links Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.$ $Air Assist Treadle Hammer Final Thoughts What are my thoughts on Roys air assist treadle hammer after using in the past few weeks? https://www.christcenteredironworks.com/store/c34/blacksmith_tooling Use coupon code John at checkout. Blacksmith Supply: https://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Use discount code bear5 Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d Use code Blackbear10 for a discount on your next order Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil http://www.stevefontaniniblacksmith.com Precut blanks for forging available from: https://www.blacksmithingblanks.com use coupon code John at checkout. My blacksmiths apron http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF Music sourced through Epidemic sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/vbrpvf Become a Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackBearForge Donate - https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge Shop - http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com Web site - http://www.blackbearforge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blackbearfo... FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/John.BlackBe... John Switzer channel - https://www.youtube.com/johnswitzer Some of my most used gear* Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/b3yZ7v Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/rneRoG Sony ZV1 point and shoot camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/BXKMkJ Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm Deity V Mic D3 pro - https://adorama.rfvk.net/mxO51 Insta360 One X2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_x2?i... Insta360 Go2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go_2?ins... Autel Evo II pro drone - https://auteldrones.com/?ref=HUB40s11... Autel Evo Nano+ drone - https://auteldrones.com/?ref=HUB40s11... *Links include affiliate links Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.$ $Holdfasts After a long wait for affordable materials, its time to back to work making holdfasts. Hopefully I can keep these in stock through the upcoming holiday season. Sponsored by: Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d Use code Blackbear10 for a discount on your next order 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Preparing materials 03:18 - Forging 06:06 - Completed holdfasts 06:44 - Looking ahead 07:18 - T shirts Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil and Tool http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ My blacksmiths apron http://www.Forge-Aprons.com use code BBF Become a Patron - https://www.patreon.com/BlackBearForge Donate - https://www.paypal.me/BlackBearForge Shop - http://www.blackbearforge.etsy.com Web site - http://www.blackbearforge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blackbearforge FaceBook -https://www.facebook.com/John.BlackBearForge John Switzer channel - https://www.youtube.com/johnswitzer Video equipment used in this video Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.$

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John Switzer channel - https://www.youtube.com/johnswitzer Some of my most used gear* Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/b3yZ7v Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/rneRoG Sony ZV1 point and shoot camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/BXKMkJ Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm Deity V Mic D3 pro - https://adorama.rfvk.net/mxO51 Insta360 One X2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_x2?i... Insta360 Go2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go_2?ins... Autel Evo II pro drone - https://auteldrones.com/?ref=HUB40s11... Autel Evo Nano+ drone - https://auteldrones.com/?ref=HUB40s11... *Links include affiliate links Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.$ $Forging a Pumpkin hook - Blacksmithing for beginners Happy Halloween. 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John Switzer channel - https://www.youtube.com/johnswitzer Some of my most used gear* Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/b3yZ7v Canon EOS R Mirrorless Camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/J50gq Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/6bb7yV Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L Lens - https://adorama.rfvk.net/rneRoG Sony ZV1 point and shoot camera - https://adorama.rfvk.net/BXKMkJ Rode Wireless Go microphone - https://adorama.rfvk.net/YggLRm Deity V Mic D3 pro - https://adorama.rfvk.net/mxO51 Insta360 One X2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_x2?i... Insta360 Go2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go_2?ins... Autel Evo II pro drone - https://auteldrones.com/?ref=HUB40s11... Autel Evo Nano+ drone - https://auteldrones.com/?ref=HUB40s11... *Links include affiliate links Mailing address: Black Bear Forge P.O. Box 4 Beulah, CO 81023 Below you will find useful links that will help you in your journey as a blacksmith. To find more information in blacksmithing in the US or to search for your local ABANA affiliate group visit. https://www.abana.org/ Blacksmithing tools and supplies Self contained air hammers - http://www.saymakhammers.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.oleoacresfarriersupply.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.piehtoolco.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.centaurforge.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - https://www.blacksmithsdepot.com/ General blacksmithing supplies - http://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Square head bolts and lags - http://www.blacksmithbolt.com/ New anvils - https://www.oldworldanvils.com/ New anvils - http://www.nimbaanvils.com/ New anvils - http://fontaninianvilandtool.com/ Industrial supplier - http://www.mcmaster.com Tong blanks and tools - https://kensironstore.com/ Fire brick and refractory - http://refwest.com Blacksmithing and related activities can be hazardous. These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.t yourself.$

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$Blacksmiths Wall HOOK Forging simple hooks is a bread and butter operation for many small blacksmith shops. We have looked at many types of hooks over the years, but theres always a demand for more hooks. So today, lets look at forging a simple wall hook. Blacksmith Supply: https://www.blacksmithsupply.com/ Use discount code bear5 Combat Abrasives - http://bit.ly/3r73P8d Use code Blackbear10 for a discount on your next order Anvil provided by; Fontanini Anvil http://www.stevefontaniniblacksmith.com Precut blanks for forging available from: https://www.blacksmithingblanks.com use coupon code John at checkout. 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These videos are not a substitute for competent professional instruction. Your safety is your sole responsibility. Always use appropriate safety equipment including eye and ear protection when working in the shop. Follow manufactures safety guidelines for the use of all equipment. In the event something shown in one of these videos seems unsafe, it is up to you to make the appropriate changes to protect yourself.$