Forging A Steel Ring

In this video I show the process of forging a steel ring out of scrap tubing. I show how a ring mandrel is used to size and texture the ring. I then do some finish sanding and polishing to complete the project.
Beckett’s Blacksmithing
At Beckett’s Blacksmithing I specialize in hand forged products and custom decorative ironwork. I use traditional tools and methods and heat my steel in a coal fired forge. In addition to this, I use modern tools such as welders, power tools, and gas torches to bring this ancient trade into the modern era.
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[@Lil_Shaky]

Loved the LOTR reference at the end

[@beaubeckett6045]

I'm glad someone caught that!

[@motd8931]

That is an excellent idea. Thank you!

[@reaperlord0]

Easy steps for the beginners

[@cathywolfe1038]

Your videos are awesome Beau, not to mention your craftsmanship.

[@beaubeckett6045]

Thanks Cathy. You guys do some pretty great stuff as well!

[@JephStahl]

In the lands of Molesworth where shadows lie...

[@lordm0918]

I know this is an old video, but do you know where I could find a tool like that? I know it’s called a ring mandrel, but all the ones I’ve found look like they’re not made for heat.

[@beaubeckett6045]

You don't come across ring mandrels that often. I actually made mine because I couldn't find one and I knew I would use it regularly. You can make them out of a 1" round bar of steel 1040 or some other similar range medium carbon steel. I forged it to a gradual point and polished it up with a flap disk on an angle grinder. With the 1040 steel it is not heat treated but it is tough enough to take a beating.

[@lordm0918]

@@beaubeckett6045 thanks for the reply man! I got a small one that might not be made for heat and hammers, but It’s cheap enough that I’ll just use it until it deforms and not lose much. I’d make one, but idk if I have the precision to make it smooth and even enough to fit rings well

[@beaubeckett6045]

I bet it will last longer than you think. You never really have to hit these rings hard. It is mostly light work. Good luck!

[@lucasrobertson8796]

What’s the name of the cone-shaped tool you used to make this ring?

[@beaubeckett6045]

It is called a ring mandrel. It is really just a tapered rod of good quality steel.