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METALSMITH SOCIETY'S TOP SOLDERING TIPS
TIP OF THE YEAR 🏆 Here is a soldering tip from @marionwild - “I use binder clips on the ends of cross locking tweezers for help with soldering things in place. I prefer this over the swivel base because it’s using gravity to keep the tweezers in place, making pressure on the solder point. I find that I have more successful solders this way, vs trying to line up the tweezers using the swivel base. This method works great for those new to soldering earring posts as well.”
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Final product after soldering the copper and fused fine silver pieces together.
Robert Lopez on Instagram: "Texture Time!!! Quick demo of fused silver filings on a sheet of Argentium Silver Sheet. This will be the base for a cuff I’m working on. Most people use saw filings that they catch and save but I don’t saw that much, soooooo I found this key duplicator that I use to make a fat pile of silver filings in minutes. #metalsmith #silversmith #handmadejewelry #artisanjewelry #instajewelry #fusedsilver #argentium #silvercuff #contemporaryjewelry #metalsmithing #jewelry @pepetools_usa"
Use a dapping block to get a (more) perfect circle on thick jump rings and rings! Works fantastic.  Find more dapping block jewelry making tips by searching "dapping block" at tips.metalsmithsociety.com :  https://tips.metalsmithsociety.com/tips/search?q=dapping+block&commit=Search
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Best ring making tip!
Use a dapping block to get a (more) perfect circle on thick jump rings and rings! Works fantastic. Find more dapping block jewelry making tips by searching "dapping block" at tips.metalsmithsociety.com : https://tips.metalsmithsociety.com/tips/search?q=dapping+block&commit=Search
Flat Secure Lock Clasp Making
This puzzle clasp is ideal for a heavy flat chain or bracelet with it's secure lock and fold-over cover. Heat control when soldering and taking time to accurately file the puzzle lock section, is essential for a smooth neat fit. #silver #chains #jewelrymaking how to make a clasp, silversmith, flat secure clasp, fold-over catch, hinge, soldering, heavy chain clasp making,