Blacksmithing Tool Series: Tong Making Class

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am

Blacksmithing Tool Series: Tong Making Class

Hagood Mill Historic Site

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Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am

8 hours

138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, Pickens, SC, United States, South Carolina 29671

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Date & Location

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm (EST)

138 Hagood Mill Rd, Hagood Mill Foundation, South Carolina 29671

138 Hagood Mill Rd, Pickens, SC 29671-9200, United States

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About the event

Blacksmithing Tool Series: Tong Making Class
Blacksmithing Tool Series: Tong Making 🔨

Forge your own tools and take your blacksmithing skills to the next level! In this session of our Blacksmithing Tool Series, students will craft a functional pair of blacksmithing tongs from start to finish. Under expert instruction, you’ll learn advanced techniques such as set downs, jaw construction, hot punching, hot riveting, and drawing out — essential skills for any serious smith.

This is an advanced-level class involving heavy hammer work and is recommended for those ages 18 and up.
Class Details

📅 Date: November 7, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (7 hours total instruction)
🍽️ Lunch: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (bring your own lunch and explore the site during the break)
💵 Cost: $165
👥 Class Limit: 4 students
What to Bring

Please dress appropriately for safety:

Closed-toed shoes

Long pants

Long-sleeved shirt

Safety glasses

Water bottle

Students must be 18 years or older to attend.


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Blacksmithing Tool Series: Tong Making Class
Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am