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Hinges & Catches (19)
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[311] Working Titanium
Because titanium behaves somewhat differently than the standard metals in the goldsmith's workshop some special attention to its working is in order here. When sawing, begin the cut with a very light stroke, and increase the pressure only when the blade has securely caught. The sawblade can be protected with a lubricating grease, but even with this precaution it will dull quickly. Titanium can be worked with standard files, but.... (2001)
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Show me more articles from: [The Theory and Practice of Goldsmithing]|[Prof. Dr. Erhard Brepohl]
Releated Categories: [Metals]|[Fabrication]
ISBN: 0961598492

 

[296] Working With Niobium - A Primer in the Semiprecious
Niobium has many properties that make it an excellent candidate for fabricated parts. Of particular interest to jewelry manufacturers and designers are niobium's hypoallergenic nature, formability, and the broad range of anodized colors that can be rendered on its surface. It is considered hypoallergenic and safe to wear for even those most sensitive to metal allergies..... (2004)
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Show me more articles from: [AJM]|[Bill Seeley]
Releated Categories: [Fabrication]|[Metals]
ISBN: B00006K39S

 

[951] [Full eBook] Doming Silver Beads, 96 pages
Full eBook. 96 Pages: If you´ve ever dreamed of making perfect silver beads every time, then this manual is just what you are looking for since Nancy shows you step-by-step with illustrations how to do it.... (2008)
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Show me more articles from: [Ganoksin]|[Nancy Howland]
Releated Categories: [Fabrication]|[Die Forming]

 

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