The process of making sterling jewellery

**lynnm** · 25-01-2010, 07:41 AM

Originally Posted by mizgeorge

I do think the small tubes are better than the large - and easier to apply too, but I'm concerned that there is a perceived problem with durability - which would imply some longer-term problem?

That is interesting as I was going to buy some... does it not keep well then?

**mizgeorge** · 25-01-2010, 08:45 AM

Mine lasts for years. And I've never had any problems at all, which is why I'm hoping Julie will come back about her comment on durability.

**Petal** · 25-01-2010, 05:59 PM

Originally Posted by Julie Moss

I would use solder strip rather than syringe. Paste has it's durability problems and using solder strip is so much more versatile.

Julie

York School of Jewellery- classes and courses in jewellery

What's your experience of durability problems with the paste then Julie? I'd love to know, as I'm at the stage of deciding which type to buy.

thanks

**Di Sandland** · 26-01-2010, 01:19 AM

Julie - any feedback on the paste durabiity before I go using it again?

**Julie Moss** · 05-03-2010, 07:24 AM

Sorry for late response. Re: my experience of solder paste - joints failed/disintegrated some time later so personally I would steer away from it. Much happier using strip - it's very versatile. You can use as is, roll or hammer to thin it, cut it into pallions, make balls, feed it and more......!!).

Julie

York School of Jewellery- classes and courses in jewellery