[Jewelry making - Article 00029] - Re: [Orchid] Soldering jump rings

[Doug Harroun]

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    for what it's worth, you can get Solder filled jump rings in a
    limited number of sizes, and solder filled wire also, from Rio
    Grande. I've used these, they're great. All you have do is make sure
    they're fitted well, and heat 'em up, they're self soldering. Because
    of the solder core the wire is a sterling alloy, but the outside is
    fine silver, so you can get a very nice polish. 

    In the past (ok... I only started this whole jewelry thing 6 months
    ago, but I'm learning fast) I would sit around for hours and pick
    solder. It worked, but it was messy, cheap and time consuming. Solder
    filled rings look nicer, are pre made, and cost about twice as much.
    If you're doing production work though, they're much faster which
    means you'll make more money I guess, I just prefer the ease in use.
    hope it helps 

-Doug

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