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Jeweler's Desk Question
Hello,
I am purchasing a jeweler's desk to use for creating jewelry. Most of the desks I see online are 39 inches tall, which seems unnaturally tall for a desk to me. I have found others that are 34 inches. Can anyone who owns such a desk tell me what the advantages of a 39-inch tall desk is over one that is 34 inches tall? Thank you. Charles |
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Charles wrote:
Hello, I am purchasing a jeweler's desk to use for creating jewelry. Most of the desks I see online are 39 inches tall, which seems unnaturally tall for a desk to me. I have found others that are 34 inches. Can anyone who owns such a desk tell me what the advantages of a 39-inch tall desk is over one that is 34 inches tall? Thank you. Charles A goldsmith's bench (the proper name for the item you are referring to) should be high. The goldsmith sits very low at the bench, in such a manner, that when he puts both his elbows on the bench, his upper arms are almost horizontal. Sitting like this, prevents the goldsmith from turning into a hunchback in very short order. On a 34" bench you would have to sit so extremely low, so that your legs would almost certainly have to be bent under your chair, which would also prevent you to operate bellows and/or flex shaft pedals properly. Get some training before you buy yourself a "jeweler's desk". You're not ready for one. Get a complete set of hand tools first. Abrasha http://www.abrasha.com |
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I don't have to lean into my work. It is already close to my face.
*************************************** Bruce D. Holmgrain JA Certified Master Bench Jeweler http://www.goldwerx.com |
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Can anyone who owns such a desk tell me what the advantages of a
39-inch tall desk is over one that is 34 inches tall? It allows you to rest your elbows on the the bench (or the extensions) which helps slowdown the onset of fatigue, helps prevent a sore back, and brings the work close to your face. Resting on the bench also allows you a steadier hand. That is assuming you have a chair that is either the right height or can be adjusted to the right height. Theres nothing inherently wrong with a shorter bench unless it doesn't fit. They are usually just too short for someone of normal height. |
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