Reddit mentions: The best welding gloves

I too was in your position just a few years back. Here is a list of my recommendations for the entry-level versions of the items you listed above as well as some other things I like to have handy.

• Hammer, $15; This hammer is cheap, it has a peen (for drawing out metal) and is... well... a hammer.
  
• Anvil, $60; This anvil is definitely a beginner anvil but it is what I used for two years until I upgraded. You can pick it up in most all Harbor Freight stores as I assume there is one in every state.
  
• Tongs, $15; This set of pliers will help with quite a few things the main being to hold the metal once heated. I know that these are not what one thinks about when they think "blacksmithing tongs" but I have used similar ones for the entire time I have forged due to their versatility.
  
• Apron, $25; I personally have not used this exact apron before but it is cheap and though not beautiful, it is functional and trust me, spending $25 now on this may very well save you 100 times that in hospital bills.
  
• Gloves, $20; These are the gloves I use at my forge and I can say that there is little to no loss of dexterity and they provide ample heat resistance.
  
• Forge; This is the one piece that deters people the most as it is the most expensive piece. The type of forge you get depends on your budget and your ability/aptitude for DIY work. Here are my recommendations for three different budget levels.
  

• High-End Budget; 2 Burner Blacksmith Forge $489.95
  
• Mid-Level Budget; 1 Burner Blacksmith Forge $350
  
• Entry-Level Budget; This Video will take you through the process of making a Coffee Can Forge. They are suitable for the entry level smith and can, if done right, be made for less than $150.
  
  Now for my personal suggestions;
  
  

• Grinder, $55; This Handy-Dandy little grinder is what I use for most all of my knife smithing. It is pretty cheap and a great entry-level piece of equipment.
  
• Metal, $5-$20; When you are starting off, I highly advise to start with the tool steel available at Home Depot and/or Harbor Freight because they are very cheap and you can stand to mess up without wasting expensive metal.
  
• This Book is what I began learning with and it comes packed with a number of starter projects to help you get started on learning basic skills as well as acting as a reference later on down the line.
  
  I hope this list helps and I wish you well on your journey in beginning Bladesmithing!
  
  
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Chain mail and some other metal work. Welded a tree out of scraps in the shop recently, but this is what I'm proudest of so far. I started doing this at a call center job, making the rings from scratch and just playing around until it looks like I wanted.
these would help me make some really nice jewelry.
these would help me keep making sturdier things like gauntlets and other armor.
these would help keep my hand intact for other things Ill be welding.

What a wonderful idea for a contest.

I've had a rough time recently, some real ups and downs... but in order to keep this from sounding like a sob story I'll spare the details. If you're curious, I don't mind answering questions in PM's.

What I really need is my car fixed, but that's just something I'll have to take care of in order of priority. I don't have any friends here (in my town), but I am going over to meet a guy tonight that's going to help me build my forge. By all indications this could be my first local friend, and I'm excited for a couple reasons, one being having a friend, and two being FIRE!! FIREE!!! FI... uh... Blacksmithing!

Speaking of fire though, Blacksmithing carries a certain risk. Not only are you dealing with a coal (or gas) fire that can get upwards of (or higher than) 2000 degrees Fahrenheit (1093 C for those of you using that system.) but you are heating and handling that metal. I built a small soup-can gas forge and hammered a little bit on a railroad spike, but wasn't using proper tongs or PPE. I hit it, my pliers lost their grip and the hot spike flew up and hit me in the face just below my right eye. I got lucky it didn't hit my eye. Even though it only made momentary contact, it still burned and hurt for a week.

So, right now the items on my wishlist that would actively benefit my continued well-being would be the safety equipment on it. There's a heavy apron, a pair of welding gloves and a pair of decent safety goggles that would help protect me from flying super-heated metal.

Yeah this is factually not correct.

If you're talking about basic work gloves that a lot of welders use to handle material, yeah those aren't designed for handling hot work or protecting you from an arc or spatter.

But legit thick leather or synthetic gloves will absolutely protect you from extreme heat. I had an oxy torch go across my hand when I was wearing them and I was fine. I've grabbed red hot work pieces, had my hand a few inches away from an arc, and been sprayed with molten metal while wearing them.

As long as you get the big ol' mitts you will be more than protected for anything you could possibly run into in the kitchen.

I have a pair that I use for oven mitts and they're great. They have the best dexterity of any oven mitt I've ever owned and I have yet to even feel mild warmth through them despite handling things like dutch ovens or ripping hot cast iron.

Source: Was a welder.

Um sounds like most of the students I've dealt with when it comes to severe disabilities. Welcome to moderate to severe disabilities. This is kind of the day to day. There is a difference between disability and behavior. This is disability. Yes it is involves behaviors, but at the same time it stems from disability.



It sounds like attention seeking behaviors. He needs an FBA (Functional Behavioral Analysis) and a BIP/BSP (Behavior Invention Plan/Behavior Support Plan).



So kicking you just block. Check out 1:30 for an example. Biting is counterintuitive. You push into the bite. When you push in it forces the mouth open and if you pull they can rip chunks of flesh off. As for spitting I always gave my staff wrap around safety glasses. Reason for wrap around is they cover the eye the most. I also keep my mouth shut. If you get saliva in your eye or mouth, you need to file workman's comp because its a bodily fluid and you need your shots. As for biting. That one is tricking. See the above. You need protection. Kevlar sleeves that most SPED classes have work for those who scratch and gouge. For biting they do a really good at holding in chunks of flesh an staunching the blood. I got my staff 23 inch welding gloves and cut the fingers off. You may still get bruises, ice helps, and so does arnica.



As for the FBA and BIP/BSP. There is something called ABC. Antecedent, Behavior, and Consequence. So antecedent is what happens before the behavior, behavior is well the behavior, and the consequence is what happens after the behavior. It doesn't mean an actual consequence. For example: a room is dark (antecedent), you turn on the light (behavior), you can see (consequence). Or you are told to stop doing a preferred activity by staff (antecedent), you throw a chair (behavior), you are given a physical escort to a cool down area (consequence). So what you need to do is fill out an ABC sheet. I made a pretty awesome one that you can see. It will help discover a behavior patter.



Then you need to look at why the behavior is happening. There are four functions of behavior. The reason you want to find out why is to write the FBA. These forms can be helpful.



Once you write an FBA you need to work on the BIP/BSP. Its all part of the package. Once you know all about the behavior you need to figure out what the hell to do about it. These are very basic forms and more research is needed to tailor it to the student. It needs to be implemented for 2-4 weeks and during that time take data about what is working and what isn't. Then make adjustments as needed.



Yeah. This is why a lot of people don't stay in mod/severe for long. The kids are violent. The behaviors are challenging. Many are not equipped to deal with the behaviors. This is just a common sense approach, but most teachers get lost in the behavior. They don't have someone to mentor them in how to do this.



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You do not need to spend a lot of money, a local restaurant supply store will is ideal for most everything from knives to turners, tongs, bottles, containers and anything else you can think of. I prefer plastic handles as they are easier to keep clean, and do not degrade.

For thermometers and digital probes, i prefer thermoworks. I use the smoke and instapen, but you can go with a thermopop if you want to save money. Tried other brands, they always end up having issues after a year or two. digital probes will go bad if left in water or the dish washer always hand clean them and keep them dry.

Gloves: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00547HD0O?aaxitk=-OsIXMdbU5xm990c49xMVw&pd_rd_i=B00547HD0O&pf_rd_p=9420597b-7dad-4cbd-a28d-7d676ac67378&hsa_cr_id=6490199610301&sb-ci-n=productDescription&sb-ci-v=Lincoln%20Electric%20Traditional%20MIG%2FStick%20Welding%20Gloves%20%7C%2014%22%20Lined%20Leather%20%7C%20Kevlar%20Stitching%20%7C%20K2979-ALL

Turner/scraper/chopper Kit, better then a bbq set: https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Griddle-Spatula-Set-Accessories/dp/B072MXWDD6?ref_=bl_dp_s_web_15251668011

Tongs: https://www.amazon.com/Weber-6610-Original-Tongs/dp/B005LR0EX0/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=weber+16+tongs&qid=1563625923&s=gateway&sr=8-1

general use pans, drip pans: https://www.amazon.com/Pack-Aluminum-Foil-Steam-Table/dp/B01MSM1A9S/ref=sr_1_3?crid=35NPTHWHGZNHX&keywords=disposable+aluminum+foil+pans&qid=1563626111&s=gateway&sprefix=disposable+alum%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-3

Basting Brush, small and large: https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-Silicone-Basting-Pastry/dp/B000JPSI8C/ref=sr_1_5?gclid=CjwKCAjw98rpBRAuEiwALmo-yud7UIxolmtKdRasRuEKzcyOrRiShPTVMisacAeErYWSmVHvxH30qBoC9ikQAvD_BwE&hvadid=153655172136&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9030030&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=16058826801725890434&hvtargid=kwd-2007025443&hydadcr=13935_9329092&keywords=nylon+basting+brush&qid=1563626490&s=gateway&sr=8-5

Welding gloves work really well, too.

http://www.amazon.com/US-Forge-400-Welding-Leather/dp/B000MRQAJG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452776161&sr=8-1&keywords=welding+gloves

I have had this set for 2 years and use them for shuffling logs, moving embers for cooking, moving pots and dutch ovens, and moving charcoal in a grill. Not really recommended, but they work great. Think of them as super oven mitts.

Maybe not the best for pulling pork, but welders gloves are great for the grill. They can be had for not much more than a good pair of leather gardening gloves.

$15 - US Forge 400 Welding Gloves Lined Leather, Blue - 14' US Forge https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MRQAJG/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_t1_AAGbBb390V528

Hey - small hands here too (but she's not complaining...) And most gloves are too big. I found that some brands make womens gloves - not at work so I don't know the model number. They are for thinner, longer fingers and feel perfect. Amazing dexterity and control. [These] (https://www.amazon.com/Tillman-1105W-Welding-Gloves-X-Small/dp/B003GM5XL0/ref=sr_1_7?crid=178IGTVI17JUO&keywords=womens+welding+gloves&qid=1554927059&s=gateway&sprefix=Womens+weld%2Caps%2C407&sr=8-7) I think are them.

Last time I went to the welding supply store I talked to the guys there and they let me try on every pair until I found the ones that fit me just right. I told them they have a customer for life.

You do not need pants. I just use jeans, and the the apron over a jacket. Here is what I use:

Get one of these for sure.
http://www.amazon.com/3M-Face-piece-Reusable-Respirator-Assembly/dp/B000FTEDMM/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_img_y
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00328IAO0/ref=oh_details_o03_s02_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Gloves - I bought a few pairs. You will use them up at first, till you learn what not to hold on to :) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MRQAJG/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Jacket has some options. Sleeves and an apron:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002AKIRIA/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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http://www.amazon.com/Welding-Sleeves-Leather-Elastic-Resistant/dp/B002GI9A3C/ref=pd_sim_hi_48

or a plain jacket, but look around. This price on amazon seems high. You might be able to find something like this locally for less.
http://www.amazon.com/Hobart-770488-Leather-Welding-Jacket/dp/B002VECL3W/ref=pd_sim_hi_42

And I use this :http://www.amazon.com/Miller-Genuine-Leather-Indura-Welding/dp/B003IL2RCM/ref=sr_1_10?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1382001569&sr=1-10&keywords=miller+jacket

Pipeliner welding hood

Tillman 850 welding gloves I highly recommend these gloves. The palm is unlined so you have plenty of dexterity to stick, mig, or tig with. The back is insulated to protect you from burning to a crisp.

Wrangler work shirts (get a few of them) I wear these shirts every day for work. Depending on your budget, you may not be able to get a few of these versus one decent welding jacket. If that's the case, I recommend a heavyweight denim jacket or the basic FR green welding jacket.

Safety glasses (get a few of these, as well as a dark pair for cutting)

Steel or composite toe work boots. I'm not going to recommend a pair... everyone is different. I do prefer Carolina boots and Thorogoods, though.

Ear plugs... can be bought at Lowes or any supply store.

That's your basic safety list. You won't need much more than that for school. Hopefully for you, they will provide tools. Otherwise this is a basic list for a welder's bucket:

2 crescent wrenches, 12" (or spud wrench)
Welpers
Chipping hammer
25' tape measure
Torpedo level
Combo or speed square
Vice grips
Channel locks
1 half round bastard file
1 flat file
2 wire brushes (one for carbon, one for stainless)
4.5" angle grinder (or 6" if you want)
Die grinder (optional)

This is, honestly, all you will ever need as a welder. If you end up with a job that does other mechanical shit, you will need more tools like a set of wrenches, ratchet and sockets, various clamps, etc.

I usually work for bigger contractors that will supply all the power tools and typically have a gang box of hand tools that supplies what I don't have or don't want to bring. When I go to work, I bring my 5 gallon bucket (for a seat mostly), and a canvas backpack. In the bucket is that list above. I put shit I need in the canvas bag if I'm going to be moving around between joints so I don't have to lug around a heavy bucket. At any given time there are only a few main tools in my bag. A chipping hammer, a wire brush, a file, a level, combo square, a 4lb hammer, flashlight, and my tungsten holder. It's all you will ever really need if you're just welding.

It's not that much stuff - Here's the cheapest things on Amazon. For sure a lot better deals if you just go into Harbor Freight though.

Torch - $17

Mallet - $9

Jeweler Saw - $14

Tiny Files - $10 or A rotary tool - $15

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A regular file - $8 (optional)

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If you want to process the silver yourself you need a

Crucible - $15

That torch again

Tongs - $9

Welding Gloves - $9

Jewelry Rolling Mill - $169

Agreed. They are great for grilling, too. We have these, https://smile.amazon.com/US-Forge-400-Welding-Leather/dp/B000MRQAJG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482199502&sr=8-3&keywords=welding+gloves

Completely agreed. I bought this and it's been fantastic.

I you want to have even more fun, you could also add:

http://www.amazon.com/MSA-Safety-Works-10041139-Respirator/dp/B000P9CX1A/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1422669795&sr=8-2

http://www.amazon.com/Lincoln-Electric-Traditional-Stick-Welding/dp/B00547HD0O/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1422669858&sr=8-2

http://www.amazon.com/Studded-Leatherette-Black-Medium-Large/dp/B00CGVFSH6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1422670218&sr=8-3 (nsfw)

http://www.amazon.com/Rubber-Nuke-Boots-over-shoe/dp/B001391PRO/ref=pd_sim_hi_47?ie=UTF8&refRID=1153F8FV1H34KD9MXJC0

I have two pairs of these.

Super warm in the winter, too.

I'm about to change your fucking life....

Welding Gloves, MIG, M, Reinforced, PR https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00439D7KY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CUxzzbQMZTY1B


Lincoln Electric Black One Size Flame-Resistant Welding Sleeves https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LB7AYAW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MVxzzbZ1XCT3N


I'm a welder. I use these sleeves in the summer when a long sleeve shirt is too hot. They will give you an extra second or two before you get burned so might contact with the machine will help.

The gloves have a gauntlet, and are likely better than what they've given you.

Mmmm try these out...

They're super comfy!

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https://www.amazon.com/Miller-263344-Armor-Welding-X-Large/dp/B00HRH5GYY/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=welding+gloves+box&qid=1556665596&s=gateway&sr=8-7

I love these gloves when forging

Pro tip for dealing with feral cats: Welding gloves.

Best 20-30 bucks you'll ever spend.

Not ready to just ditch my carboys, but I have been knocking the idea around getting some gloves for brewing. It would be nice to get something that provides protection from hot liquid, grip, and puncture resistance in case I drop a carboy. Preferably elbow length. I was looking at something like this.

It's not like it comes up halfway to the elbow, just a bit higher up the arm.

Another option is welder's gloves! These are under $11 (Prime) for a PAIR! And these extra length gloves are $16.50 (again, Prime) also for a pair.

I suspect you could find the welding gloves cheaper at a local hardware store. I bought the welding gloves based on Alton Brown's recommendation, but the Ove Glove and Pitt Mitt have better dexterity, so I prefer them for oven use.

I just googled them. These are the tig version.

Superior 370GFKL Precision Arc Goatskin Leather Welding Gloves with Kevlar Lining, TIG Welding Gloves, Medium (1 Pair) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BHLRDTW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GGG1DbCDC8QPB

These are $8 with prime shipping. I'm sure shipping from the UK would put it well over $8.

Thanks, I went with welding gloves. Got these John Tillman

Will give them a try tomorrow!

> You could get some good insulating gloves

I keep a pair of these by my stove.

I recently started teaching myself to MIG weld in my garage, and went with these products:

• Gloves
  
• Helmet
  
• Jacket
  
  I can attest to them being quality products, especially considering their price. I didn't get a cap, because I didn't really know that was a thing... but I just wear a baseball cap backwards and it seems to work fine.

I like these Tillmans at the same price https://www.amazon.com/John-Tillman-Co-Reinforcements-Forefinger/dp/B002WOW6ZY

How about something like these? Not exact, sadly, but it could work in a pinch.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ETQU1PY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

14.99 and I can stick my hand in the fire no issue, just don't keep it there too long haha. Not grease resistant but at that price I don't mind.

i use BSX good padding but not at all bulky

https://www.amazon.com/Caiman-White-Goatskin-Welding-Tig-Large/dp/B00IFDXYPW/ref=lp_4954448011_1_7?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1563103938&sr=1-7
I think you should just buy 4 pairs of these, and then not worry about the stitching.

https://amazon.com/Lincoln-Electric-K3109-XL-Welding-X-Large/dp/B00HVF3BJO/ Not these exactly, but similar. They were nice gloves :-(

You’re now kitty just needs a different kind of play

You can get some more. They have them for sale here.

https://amazon.com/Lincoln-Electric-K3109-XL-Welding-X-Large/dp/B00HVF3BJO/

I'd buy these over those.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MRQAJG/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

my oven mitts. You can get uglier for 5$ or goes to your elbows for 15$.

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Welding gloves, motherfucker, do you wear 'em?



Seriously, they work amazingly well.