Requirement · part of 5. ONE of four options, but choose it at the very start

5(A). Option A: Sheet Metal Mechanic/Tinsmith

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Three parts. Sheet metal, cutting and bending tools, and a way to solder or braze.

What this is made of

5(A)(1). The basic sheet metalworking tools
5(A)(2). Sketch the two objects you will make
5(A)(3). Make the two objects in 24- or 26-gauge sheet metal

Where this step comes from

Metalwork Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 5(A)