[Jewelry making - Article 00311] - [Orchid] 14k Leverback earrings

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    Hi, I'm new to the list, but enjoying it and learning a lot so far,
    thanks! I've been doing jewelry repair for over 3 years now, and I
    really enjoy it. I have a lot to learn, about a lot of things, but
    for now I have a problem. I am trying to put leverbacks on a pair of
    14k/diamond studs, but I cant seem to get my solder to flow before
    the leverback gets hot enough to stop the spring from snapping back.
    I have tried everything I know including heat sinking, coating, etc. 
    Any suggestions? 

Thanks in advance,
Connie in Louisiana

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