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Stone setting with a hammer hand piece by William Black
I've always set stones with a pusher. However recently I've had a couple of reasonably big oval stones to set in rings and I've found it very difficult to get a good uniform finish on the bezel. Either I'm getting older or gold is getting harder... So, I'm looking at a hammer type handpiece for...
June 28th 05 04:10 AM
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Can anyone... by m4816k
....differentiate silver, rhodium plated white gold and platinum, without side-by-side comparisson and using just eyes? If so, how? Thnx!
June 27th 05 08:32 AM
by Heinrich Butschal Go to last post
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Top Fine Jewelry Stores in USA by Marilyn Siegel
Is there a list or website for the top fine jewelry stores in the USA? TIA.
June 27th 05 08:32 AM
by Marilyn Siegel Go to last post
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Orca Torch by Marisa Cappetta
I'm told by a reputable NZ dealer that the Orca is ok for small mounts, annealing the size of sheet I use for repousse, small scale fabrication (say, up to the size of a large locket), small scale hollow form work and chain making - the type of work you would expect of a small studio, contemporary...
June 24th 05 05:38 AM
by Marisa Cappetta Go to last post
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Diamond advice needed by Mukherjee
Hello everyone, I'm new to both the world of diamonds as well as this newsgroup. I'd like to get your opinions on how much the following *loose* diamond should cost... - 0.55 carat, round brilliant cut, VS1, G Color, Excellent symmetry (displays hearts and arrows), excellent polish, no...
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June 23rd 05 05:18 AM
by Heinrich Butschal Go to last post
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[ADVERT]FS: 2 CNC 1000 Model Master Mills/ArtCAM JewelSmiths by Jim
I have two Model Master CNC100 Mills. One Newer and one older that has been upgraded to current specs. Rotary Tables for Both. In very new Condition. Also included, ArtCam/JewelSmith Ver 6.0/7.0.....Just don't use enough anymore. Make a REASONABLE OFFER. Have all Original Packing Boxes, CD's,...
June 23rd 05 05:18 AM
by Séimí mac Liam Go to last post
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moderator's notice by Peter W.. Rowe,
I'm off to the Society of North American Goldsmiths conference in Cleveland tonight. As usual, taking a laptop. But till I get situated there, newsgroup moderation service will be suspended (sometime tomorrow mid day) Also, in August, I'll be gone two weeks overseas (Italy!). I doubt I'll be...
June 22nd 05 01:12 AM
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Spring-bar holes by Carl
What's the trick or special tool for drilling the holes for spring-bars in the lugs of a wris****ch? All the tools I have at hand will leave me with a hole that's canted out, not pointed at the other hole. Or do you through-drill 'em and fill from the outside?
June 21st 05 11:09 PM
by Ted Frater Go to last post
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Gem faceting courses uk by [email protected]
Hello, Does anyone know of any gemstone faceting courses in the UK, as I am keen to try out this hobbey and books can only take you so far. Thanks Alasdair
June 21st 05 03:23 AM
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laser welders: quality and budget? by himog
What are the best laser welders out there for quality and value? Your favorites? Pros and cons? For each type, how much does it cost new? Also, who sells good used laser welders these days? Thanks for any topical input.
June 19th 05 05:41 PM
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TIDBITS 06/19/05 by Benjamin Mark
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June 19th 05 02:45 AM
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[Ganoksin Video Library] Torch Firing PMC by Ganoksin
The Ganoksin Project S i n c e 1 9 9 6 Jewelry Manufacturing Methods and Techniques http://www.ganoksin.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now playing: Torch Firing PMC 1.42 min. streaming video clip Available in PC and MAC formats
June 18th 05 04:41 PM
by Miracle Smith Go to last post
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[Ganoksin Video Library] Making Joints with PMC by Ganoksin
The Ganoksin Project S i n c e 1 9 9 6 Jewelry Manufacturing Methods and Techniques http://www.ganoksin.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now playing: Making Joints with PMC 1.02 min streaming video clip Available in PC and MAC formats
June 17th 05 08:23 AM
by Polly S. Go to last post
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"Precious pearls" by [email protected]
Precious pearls at http://www.washtimes.com/metro/20050615-110804-7560r.htm
June 16th 05 03:45 PM
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[Ganoksin Video Library] Carving Dry PMC by Ganoksin
The Ganoksin Project S i n c e 1 9 9 6 Jewelry Manufacturing Methods and Techniques http://www.ganoksin.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now playing: Carving Dry PMC 1.15 min streaming video clip Available in PC and MAC formats
June 15th 05 04:18 PM
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[Ganoksin Video Library] Soldering onto PMC by Ganoksin
The Ganoksin Project S i n c e 1 9 9 6 Jewelry Manufacturing Methods and Techniques http://www.ganoksin.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now playing: Soldering onto PMC 44 sec. streaming video clip Available in PC and MAC formats
June 15th 05 04:18 PM
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Need some information about resin for making pendants by Brandon
Total newbie here. I am going to try my hand at making some pendants as a side-business. What I want to do is make something like a clear-domed keychain pendants, except I would use round or rectangular sterling silver engravable blanks. I thought about using some sort of epoxy like you buy at...
June 15th 05 04:18 PM
by Séimí mac Liam Go to last post
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Composite stones on a refractometer. by [email protected]
I wonder if anyone out there can help me. I have a ring with what looks like a good coloured blue sapphire claw set surrounded by three poor quality diamonds on each shoulder. It is probably edwardian in age. From looking at the sapphire I am sure there is something not right about it. On the...
June 15th 05 04:32 AM
by Carl 1 Lucky Texan Go to last post
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wedding band to match Tiff plat engagement ring by sinister
My fiancee has a 4-prong, light Tiffany style platinum diamond engagement ring. It's wider at the top near the diamond. What shape wedding band will match it well, in terms of how they wear and rub against each other, etc? The basic style we were looking at was 2 mm plat round comfort fit, but...
June 15th 05 02:06 AM
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rubber earrings by RAINDEAR
halo all. i have been looking, on the 'net mostly, for the last 8 years, for jewelry made from rubber. i really do not think it is fimo, because it is pliable. at this point in time, i have one earring of each pair of: 1) a santa claus (dressed in customary santa claus clothing) getting...
June 15th 05 02:06 AM
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