Tool Holding Tongs 1-day Class
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| Location: MN School of Horseshoeing (see map below)
Instructor: Dave Gavin Cost: Members $100 Non-Members $130 Class size: Max 8, min 4 Class champion: Jesse Gavin at jagavin6273@hotmail.com Class Description: In this class you will make a set of tongs that will hold a specific size of tools. This could either be a square index that will be forged into the tool or a round section of smaller diameter than the parent tool. These tongs come in very handy when working under a treadle hammer or power hammer – it allows you to use very short tools and still be able to adjust the tool in the tongs as needed to align with what you are making. We will have some stock tool material that you can square up to match your tongs to. This is a two for one class – you will get to make the tongs and a tool (your choice of tool – punch, chisel, flatter, butcher, etc. – heat treating of the tool can be done if there is time, but students should expect to heat treat the tool outside of the class). Bring: Favorite forging hammer, tongs to hold odd shapes, tongs to hold 3/8” – ½” round stock, hand files.
Lunch: Bring a bag lunch (there is a refrigerator and microwave in classroom) or dine at one of the local restaurants. Bring plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. |
Saturday, Jan 23, 2027, 8am to 4:30pm
To register: For non-members, Click [HERE] to register.
For Guild members, Click [HERE] to register in Neon under 'Events'.
Alternatively, you can register manually by sending a check written to 'The Guild of Metalsmiths'.
Contact Jesse for the mailing address.
****Acceptance will be in the order submitted, based on the transaction date, and each person will be notified individually.
Questions? Email Jesse at jagavin6273@hotmail.com
