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22-01-2023, 02:41 AM

TheYorkshireJeweller started a thread Which Butane Torch is best? in Question Time

Hi Am looking to get a handheld butane torch to use at home and wondered if anyone could advise which is the best between the following available...

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13-01-2023, 11:59 PM

northerncindy started a thread scratch or crack in stone in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Hi everyone! I just finished bezel setting a Natural Cacoxenite (Super Seven) Gemstone. (Please don't judge my bezel setting - this is only my second...

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15-01-2023, 09:27 PM

Kirsty Louise started a thread Best place to buy second hand tools and machinery? in The Lounge

Hello! Looking for recommendations on where to shop for second hand tools and machinery? Looking for ultrasonic bath at the moment. Thanks!...

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13-01-2023, 10:41 AM

theresa started a thread Torch leaking gas in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Good morning, after some advice please. I noticed that my torch has started to leak a tiny bit of gas. I removed the nozzle and couldn't see any...

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23-01-2023, 03:49 AM

mdk started a thread Big voids and holes after copper casting in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Hello, I made some lost wax castings in the flasks using pure copper. In all castings there were large voids and holes, it happened to me sometimes...

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05-01-2023, 06:14 PM

patni started a thread Gold Frosting Machine in Tutorials, Bench Tips and Step By Steps

Hello guys , Here is a video I made on gold frosting . I dont know what this process is known as ? Is this known as frosting? Also , How do you...

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31-01-2023, 02:19 PM

sugerbear00069 started a thread New to brush plating in Say Hello

Hello everyone, I am new to brush plating and are open to any suggestion or tips you might have for me. I bought my first brush kit from "Gold...

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03-01-2023, 03:44 PM

DSL started a thread Any repair service for fixing Casting Machine? in Question Time

Hello, Is anyone aware of any companies that offer repair services for fixing casting machines? I have a Heraeus CL-G 77, this was originally a...

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10-01-2023, 05:10 PM

Dennis started a thread The Moon in The Lounge

Not jewellery, but perhaps inspiration? The moon at the Painted Hall, Royal Naval College, Greenwich. Dennis.

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28-01-2023, 05:34 PM

James started a thread Terrific value jewellery Book Book Bundle in Classifieds

Terrific value jewellery Book Book Bundle - £85 inc parcelforce tracked 48 Hour Hi, I'm downsizing so selling 16 jewellery making books including: ...

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16-01-2023, 08:53 AM

JackieP started a thread Copper patination question in Question Time

Hello I have been experimenting with different patination 'recipes' at home on copper using white vinegar and salt etc. But as well as a lovely...

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15-01-2023, 10:57 AM

J Allison started a thread Lapidary services in Shameless Self-promotion

Hi I am a lapidary that cuts / polishes stones ,I specialize in Australian opal but also cut other stones , I can also remove scratches from...

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Yesterday, 09:41 AM

MrsJ89 started a thread Engraving machine in Say Hello

Hi I currently pay someone to engrave charms for me but would like to start doing it myself can anyone recommend a good engraving machine that I can...

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Today, 08:16 AM

Ruedeleglise replied to a thread Which Butane Torch is best? in Question Time

Well Nick, come to think of it we changed our insurers last renewal to NFU. I will ring them and see what their attitude is. Sent from my iPad...

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Today, 02:10 AM

nicks creative stuff replied to a thread Which Butane Torch is best? in Question Time

Hi David, I have the same sort of collection of gas torches as you however I do feel privileged in owning a smiths little torch … shame your insurer...

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Yesterday, 09:46 AM

ps_bond replied to a thread Engraving machine in Say Hello

What sort of engraving are you looking for, and what's your budget? If it's just lettering & dates, a pantograph machine might do what you're after...

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Yesterday, 04:14 AM

china replied to a thread New to brush plating in Say Hello

The only experience I have had with brush on gold plate is car badges, I would not bother again did not last very long, four or five car washes and...

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31-01-2023, 10:17 PM

Dennis replied to a thread New to brush plating in Say Hello

I think it will wear off quite quickly on the pats that are frequently touched or rubbed, but the resuts could still be quite pretty. Don't waste...

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31-01-2023, 05:26 PM

Ruedeleglise replied to a thread New to brush plating in Say Hello

Be interesting to hear how it all goes. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

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31-01-2023, 05:24 PM

sugerbear00069 replied to a thread New to brush plating in Say Hello

Thank you, I don't know how to tell how thick it is by microns. When I started it was nickel base so I just electrocleaned nickel activated and gold...

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31-01-2023, 02:57 PM

Ruedeleglise replied to a thread Which Butane Torch is best? in Question Time

Rather late in on this post, but here’s my 2 pence worth! For small bits I use a Proxon butane torch. Good pointy flame, easily regulated and light....

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31-01-2023, 02:37 PM

Ruedeleglise replied to a thread New to brush plating in Say Hello

That looks terrific. How wear resistant is the gold layer? David Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

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29-01-2023, 12:31 PM

James replied to a thread Terrific value jewellery Book Book Bundle in Classifieds

Thanks for your interest these have now sold

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29-01-2023, 12:27 PM

James replied to a thread Terrific value jewellery Book Book Bundle in Classifieds

Thanks for your interest but they've now sold

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28-01-2023, 11:57 PM

TheYorkshireJeweller replied to a thread Terrific value jewellery Book Book Bundle in Classifieds

If you decide to sell any of the books separately, then I may be interested in a couple. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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28-01-2023, 04:27 PM

Andy Davies replied to a thread Blue Topaz in Photography & Images

Hi I know this was a long time ago but for anyone having this problem have a look at ' $0 DIY Jewellery Photography ' on YouTube, very...

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24-01-2023, 06:01 PM

TheYorkshireJeweller replied to a thread Which Butane Torch is best? in Question Time

Thank you - really kind of you. I will watch tonight Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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24-01-2023, 01:52 AM

china replied to a thread Which Butane Torch is best? in Question Time

Ok what I was saying that Propane and Butane are both LPG as compared to different gases used in torches, such as Acetylene and Hydrogen, Propane is...

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23-01-2023, 10:25 PM

nicks creative stuff replied to a thread Big voids and holes after copper casting in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Check out this article about porosity in copper … https://www.totalmateria.com/Article64.htm I think your problem is to do with gassing of pure...

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