[Jewelry making - Article 00091] - Re: [Orchid] Cutting Solder Sheet

[Trevor F]

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>     Thought it would be interesting to find out how everyone likes to
>     cut their solder sheets. 

Hello Milt,

    I've taken to using those cheapo stamped blade scissors they use for
    cutting athlete's tape and such.  Big handles for a comfy grip and
    they leave a serrated edge on the solder chips which I find makes them
    a little easier to move about, pick up on a moist brush, etc.  Flux
    seems less likely to sheet off them too. 

    Couple downsides to this are (1) one does dull the scissors over time
    (I just toss them and grab a new pair for $4 or whatever) and (2) you
    can't cut super-fine chips 'cause they get mangled by the serrated
    scissor blade. 

Cheers, 
Trevor F.

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