Homeforged tools

From the MAKE Flickr pool

Flickr member diluded000 forged his own blacksmithing tongs from some anchor bolts. Wow – this means he’ll be making with tools ‘of his own making’ . . . is that meta-making?

He also shared some pics of his new coal forge –

Looks like fun! If you’re interested in learning more about blacksmithing and other metalwork, AnvilFire seems a good resource for related info.