I like the small shop projects very much. Most of us hobbiest don't have power hammers. We just do small projects. I realize it's boring for more advanced Smiths. I miss projects like hook of the week. Thanks for your patience.
@xsro84, may I humbly suggest look up "366 hooks" by Cloverdale Forge out of Canada. Some of the hooks are simple, some are works of art, some use materials that can be a challenge. Might have to search with Google, then noodle out how the hook was forged, because there are no detailed instructions, just raw stock measurements & a finished picture. Great fun.
John, What a great little video. You’ve gone over all the elements you put into this in previous videos enough, that the brief descriptions for each step were the perfect amount for a reminder. Thanks for all you do. -John
nicee i just watched a few of your videos an was planning on making a few roses for family for xmas this year! maybe i can make a fire poker for my dad an grandpa!
Very beautiful design there John. I really like it. Can't wait to see more updates an projects and many more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship an hard work my friend. Forge On. Fab On. Weld On. Keep forge lit. Keep Making. God bless.
Thank you so much for all the creative ideas you have given us. I have gone straight out to my shed and had a go at many of the projects you’ve shared. I apologise that I recently used your squirrel cooker on a competition show here in Australia. I’ve been making them for a while and when they themed the show camping what else could I make. Thanks again for the wealth of knowledge you have shared. Your are a genuine, honest and inspiring man!!!
I do like the hook on the fold and forge weld type poker. I think this could be modified, using a slitting chisel, to give that feature without welding.
I like the little bending jig you used. Have you done a video in the past that shows how that was made? If not would that possibly be one we may see in the future?
@@BlackBearForge Thank you. I was curious as to what size tube/pipe you used for the loop. I probably should have been a little more specific with my question. Sorry about that.
Just a fire poker as presented, but I could see it turned into a skewer with some sanding and grinding at the business end. Would be similar to what I’ve seen at restaurants and on food shows.
I like the small shop projects very much. Most of us hobbiest don't have power hammers. We just do small projects. I realize it's boring for more advanced Smiths. I miss projects like hook of the week. Thanks for your patience.
@xsro84, may I humbly suggest look up "366 hooks" by Cloverdale Forge out of Canada. Some of the hooks are simple, some are works of art, some use materials that can be a challenge. Might have to search with Google, then noodle out how the hook was forged, because there are no detailed instructions, just raw stock measurements & a finished picture. Great fun.
I followed some of your tips and made my self a serpentine belt tool. Thanks a lot!
Great little poker, I might be able to do that one thanks
Made one just like this today.
This small forged piece contains a lot of forging experience. Thank you so much for showing this steel transformation skill.
John,
What a great little video. You’ve gone over all the elements you put into this in previous videos enough, that the brief descriptions for each step were the perfect amount for a reminder.
Thanks for all you do.
-John
Glad you enjoyed it
This looks like a great skill builder + gift project.
Very elegant tool :)
For such a simple design, it's very elegant.
Thanks for sharing with us!
nicee i just watched a few of your videos an was planning on making a few roses for family for xmas this year! maybe i can make a fire poker for my dad an grandpa!
That is a unique one that turned out really nice. Thank you.
Very nice and simple. Good job.
Very beautiful design there John. I really like it. Can't wait to see more updates an projects and many more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship an hard work my friend. Forge On. Fab On. Weld On. Keep forge lit. Keep Making. God bless.
I have a cheap metal seasoning recipe for you to try if you want all you need is beeswax turpentine and boiled linseed oil mixed up
Very nice!!!
Very well done. Nice!🙂🙂
I like it, if i had the tools i would try to make one
I was at a campfire last night with friends and they were lacking a poker. I think I'll make one similar to this! Well timed video!
I'm working on a fire poker today too! It's a little more elaborate (challenging myself), but I might try this one too. Great little project!
Thanks for the video!
You're welcome!
Thanks for the video. I love the twist on the flat bar.
Glad you liked it!
That's a very nice design. I'll have to make one of those.
Thank you for sharing. This is going to be my next project.
Thank you so much for all the creative ideas you have given us. I have gone straight out to my shed and had a go at many of the projects you’ve shared. I apologise that I recently used your squirrel cooker on a competition show here in Australia. I’ve been making them for a while and when they themed the show camping what else could I make. Thanks again for the wealth of knowledge you have shared. Your are a genuine, honest and inspiring man!!!
No reason to apologize, The ideas are there to use.
Turned out good John, thanks for sharing the great demonstration and information. Stay safe and keep up the great videos. Fred.
Simple, and attractive. I like it.
That's a great poker John, i may have to try my hand at one!
Unsure if more or less twists would make much difference but that 1 1/2 twists seemed perfect for that sized handle and poker length.
Hello John
Thank you for this Video
This little Projekt is a good one to praktice.
Best wishes
Yours Frank
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I do like the hook on the fold and forge weld type poker. I think this could be modified, using a slitting chisel, to give that feature without welding.
I like the little bending jig you used. Have you done a video in the past that shows how that was made? If not would that possibly be one we may see in the future?
Its just welded up from scraps. I'll try to make a more specific video.
@@BlackBearForge Thank you. I was curious as to what size tube/pipe you used for the loop. I probably should have been a little more specific with my question. Sorry about that.
Was that a mechanical "hammer" that was used for the punch?? I've never seen one before! Thats awesome.
Its called a treadle hammer.
Is there a specific name for the strap and pins that go around a post or box and is there a video on how to forge it
Nice poker! Where'd you find the long bristled brush? Thanks for what you do.
Those are called casting brushes. www.blacksmithsupply.com/Block-Brush-Casting-_p_315.html
damn im waiting for the next budget shop video
There will be be more.
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You have any of them for sale? Along with a spatula? And a fork?
I actually completed a small batch of the pokers today and have them listed on the Etsy shop. I don't have any spatulas or forks.
Un related Question please...what kind of oil do you use when hardening oil hardening steel? ? Thanks
this is what I am using www.mcmaster.com/products/quenching-oil/
@@BlackBearForge thank you 👍
What is the tool that you used to cut the square bar you're using?
Thats an Edwards #5 shear
@@BlackBearForge thank you kindly
Это для шашлыка?👍
Just a fire poker as presented, but I could see it turned into a skewer with some sanding and grinding at the business end. Would be similar to what I’ve seen at restaurants and on food shows.
Perfect video to watch with my coffee before milking the cows. Cheers