Robin S. wrote:
That's a nice die, Don.

Indeed! I have special admiration for its simplicity. Complicated is
easy, simple is hard.

I find making tooling like that to be very satisfying, esspecially when it's
built quickly and saves a lot of time. ...

Indeed, again. It's probably the most satisfying thing that I do.
Using machining skills to produce well-made things is nice, but my real
satisfaction is taking a problem and creating/inventing a (good) solution.

Bob

BTW - I've used the hex head and wrench technique, but I use a hex nut
and weld it on the inside, so the wrench slips on without welds
interfering with its seating.