[Jewelry making - Article 00891] - Re: [Orchid] Magnesia soldering block

[Dave Arens]

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    Hi Ryan, 

>     What type of mag block are you using, Dave?

    To be real honest, I don't know the exact chemical makeup of the
    bricks. I get them at a local brickyard. There, they're called
    'silversmiths bricks'. They're 2 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 9" & weigh 1# 14 oz.
    They're soft enough that pins can be pushed in with your fingers.
    While they're smooth, they have many holes that may be the result of
    small air bubbles trapped when the bricks were cast. 

    The cost, the last time I bought any was around $4 if I remember
    right. 

Dave


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