tools for an apprentice welder fabricator?

[cori_southwales]

Does anyone use carver clamps?

[beamwalker]

(2) 1 1/4" spuds
(1) adjustable spud
(1) 1 1/8" spud
(2) sleever bars
(1) chipping hammer ( mine is drywall hammer with nuts welded in the flat side. I have tips i can change out
40' tape
Ratchet spud 1/2" drive
3/4" drive ratchet
2 bolt bags
Scabbard
Sleever bar holder
Squares
Clamps
Just to name a few...don't forget a welding hood

[bjfab]

-100 feet of tring.
-allen wrenches up to 3/8"
-allen wrenches up to 10mm.
- toolbox that is lockable for all the tools along with room for expansion


Just a few suggestions that I have.

Thanks
Byron

[go2building]

What is tring?
I googled it and it said its a small market town in Hertfordshier, England.

[Burnt hands]

cori_southwales,

Here is what I have found to be very useful.

I use several as cheap, almost disposable tooling.

By this I mean that I can hold parts with them and if necessary, I can weld on pieces to create a simple, inexpensive, and quick custom fixture.

If I want to "reclaim" it after a project, I cut off the extra pieces and grind it somewhat smooth.

If it is too far gone, I can still save some parts of it for another project.

It sits flat on my weld table and I don't mind if I mess it up while welding.

Here in the states, one can be purchased for about $10 US.