Forging Tongs

Tongs are an essential tool for the blacksmith, and are notoriously tricky to make.

Whether you have never made them before, have struggled with them, need a refresher, or simply need more of them (who doesn’t?), join us for a weekend of tong making! We will discuss tong anatomy, as well as stylistic and functional variations to help you figure out what you like best.

We will start with the fundamental skills for creating flat bit tongs, which are the basic skills needed to create other styles. We will then create scroll tongs.

Leave with more tools in your toolbox and the skills to keep going!

Previous forging experience is required (For example, our Intro to Forging: Level 1 course).

Class runs from 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday with a 1h lunch.

All materials, safety equipment, coffee and tea will be provided. Lunch is available in town / an indoor lunch area with a microwave and fridge is provided on site if you bring your own food. Please wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.

Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. See you there!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Two Smiths, 8 Grand Avenue, Kitchener, Canada