I used a file wooden handle and put a welding rod in place of file.
Cut to length then shape end with bench grinder.
That was used back when i used corn cobb from Lyman.
I have a similar doo dad made from about an inch
of broomstick and an inch + of brazing rod. Ground
down to a taper like a small scratch awl or a
miniature brass ice pick.
I've had and used that for more years than I
can remember. Early 1980's sometime.
Made it as a temporary measure and still
using it
