Hand Saws and blades
For best results, use a saw blade size appropriate for the gauge of metal you are cutting
Blades are in the worktable central tool organizer, extras are in the jeweler’s desk
Rotary tools and attachments
Hand Files
Please only use for jewelry tasks on metals like silver, copper, brass, or nickel
When numbered, smaller numbers are more coarse. (Swiss: 0-3, German:2-5)
Shaping tools
Dapping blocks and punches
Letter stamps and karat/sterling stamps
Draw plates to pull wire, circular, oval and triangle shapes available
Purple Press
Torch and Solder
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Mecco Midget oxy/propane torch
Hoke oxy/propane torch Torch
Micro oxy/propane torch Torch
H, M, and E silver sheet solder is available next to the torches
Pickle Pot
Use after soldering to remove oxidation and firescale
Water and ‘pickle’/sparek (1 cup water to 1 Tbsp sparex)
Use ONLY COPPER TONGS in the pickle pot. Steel tools will copper plate any silver in the pickle pot
Mildly acidic, wash hands after use, avoid spilling on clothing
To dispose, neutralize with baking soda and pour down drain with water
GRS Ring Holder
Optivisors
Buffing Wheel
Ultrasonic Cleaner
Wax for carving
We have a good selection of wax including various sizes of sheet, rod, and ring blanks
Pre-cast items can also be purchase from Jon Hughett
The kiln, vacuum caster, and pressure pot require additional training