[Jewelry making - Article 00144] - Re: [Orchid] Gesswein Colorit enameling unit

[ElaineEC]

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    Hi all, For those of you waiting for test results on hardness, I'm
    also waiting ... on a report from the lab.  As soon as I have it,
    I'll post it.  I suspect you are right however and the hardness will
    be comparable to glass fired enamel not greater... and the word I
    should have used was indeed "durable" to express what I really
    intended to. 

    So let me restate more accurately.  Certainly COLORiT is much harder
    than other resin products used in the jewelry industry and it is
    indeed much more durable than enamel. 

    I would agree with those who feel it is important to distinguish
    between enamel and polymer or resins when selling this jewelry.  It
    should not be advertised as enamel when in fact it is not enamel. 
    However it certainly looks like enamel and is more durable than
    enamel.  But each has their unique beauty which should be
    appreciated for what it is. 

    For the manufacturer, it's much simpler to use than enamel and can
    be drilled, inlaid, sandblasted, and polished to a high shine.  You
    can even make cabochons out of it.  I love the stuff because it's a
    whole new way to unleash your creativity with color without 

    For those of you looking for pictures, I'm currently working on
    getting them onto our website.  If you go to any of the trade shows,
    stop by our booth and talk to Chuck Duncan.  He's at AGTA in Tucson
    right now as a matter of fact.  He's our resident COLORiT expert and
    can show you some rings he's made.  Let me know what you think of
    them, I'd be most interested to hear.  :) 

Best Regards,
Elaine Corwin
Gesswein Co. Inc. USA
www.gesswein.com

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