[Jewelry making - Article 00027] - Re: [Orchid] Anvil, flexi, polisher

[Jim Reitze]

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    Anvils - I have seen them in any number of size ranges in jewelers
    supply catalogs, old-fashioned hardward catalogs and farm supply
    catalogs (ones that would have farrier type equipment).  I don't know
    that much about the cold forging and raising that you are looking
    for, so I will leave the details of that to someone else.  The only
    anvil I have is a mini one about 4 inches across the horns, as all my
    forging is on a very small scale. Flexshafts - There are a lot of
    decent ones out there from any of the jewelry supply catalogs. Mine
    is a Foredom, probably about the lowest cost motor they make.  I use
    a quick change handpiece, and I beat the daylights out of them. 
    Motors usually last me 5-8 years with just the occasional brush
    change and maybe a new shaft in between.  Handpieces last me a
    couple of years, usually, but only because over the years I have
    collected a box full of parts from deceased units and learned to do
    my own maintenance on them.  The heavy duty handpieces would last
    longer, but I like the thin ones with the duplex spring drive.  I
    would suggest staying with the major brands to ensure the most
    interchange of parts and accessories, both for convenience and
    maintenance. 

    Polishers - Depending on the size of your work, why not look at the
    all-in-one units offered in most jewelry supply catalogs.  They are
    a motor with spindles mounted on a dust collector box with a blower
    motor in it. Most use furnace type filters.  Yes, a dust mask can be
    a good idea, depending especially on the effectiveness of your
    collector and the ventilation in the room.  If your polishing needs
    are greater than that type can handle, then it might be worth
    building your own.  Make sure to have sealed motors, though, so that
    the dust doesn't kill it. Hope this helps Jim


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