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Forging a lantern hook is a simple project. A beginner could make a hook like this with just a few tools. 3/8″ square stock was the perfect size .
I started out by flattening the end with my favorite rounding hammer, then start a scroll to form hook. Remembering to always use the wire brush to remove the slag.
The Tools
-Hammer
-Center punch
-larger diameter punch
-Drill
-3/16 dia. drill bit
-Wire brush
- Crescent wrench
After the scroll end is done, I flip the piece over and form the hook that will hold the lantern. The U shape of the hook is about 1-1/2″ deep. I think that should keep the lantern handle secure in high winds.
The Twist
Next comes the decorative twist just before the hook end. I put the hot part in the vice, and twisted it about 360 degrees with my crescent wrench. When you do this, it will not end up flat. You will need to go back to the anvil and flatten the lantern hook, while trying to avoid damaging the twist.
Forging A Lantern Hook
I may earn from affiliate links. Forging a lantern hook is a simple project. A beginner could make a hook like this with just a few tools. 3/8″ square stock was the perfect size . I started out by flattening the end with my favorite rounding hammer, then start a scroll to form hook. Remembering to always use the wire brush to remove the slag. The Tools -Hammer –Tongs -Center punch -larger diameter punch -Drill -3/16 dia. drill bit -Wire brush –Forge After the scroll end is done, I flip the piece over and form the hook that will hold…
Where to hang it
Forging a lantern hook like this one would be great. You could mount it to your log cabin. Maybe even a boat house down along the waters edge. If you come in off the water from a late night of catfishing, a place to hang your lantern will be a welcome sight. I suppose if your long winding front sidewalk is dark, you might need a lantern or two. With modern technology, you could probably even find a solar lantern with led bulbs. You could let your present day lantern hang outside year around. You could watch the video of me making one here on Youtube .
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The Finish
The finish on this forged lantern hook is also important. Normally I would warm the steel up to a few hundred degrees, and brush with vegetable oil. This gives forged items a nice even dark finish. However, this is an outdoor piece. It will see heavy snow and blistering sun. I would choose black paint for this application. If the paint wears over time, simply unscrew the hook from the post, and re apply.
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