[Jewelry making - Article 00095] - Re: [Orchid] Stone Setting - getting rid of graver's marks

[Gerald]

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    Hello Hans Meevis and all setters on Orchid! 

    I hardly ever use a Flat graver anymore, why? This is because of
    those darn chatter marks that are left behind..I am now using with
    great satisfaction a "Right-Sided" onglette. This makes my right side
    of the graver work with a wider cutting surface.. The results are
    phenominal, no ugly looking lines, per se, smooth even-flowing
    cutting. Even the Emery and then Polishing paper technique is so
    different with using the Flat graver. I have different onglettes of
    different widths just for the varied uses. Imagine using an onglette
    that has two bevelled surfaces and only one side that can be altered
    or modified to "Bright-Cut" ? The left side of the blade has been
    reduced in thickness so it won't even get close to touching the
    diamond as its been used. My results are that polishing only enhances
    the fantastic result. No need to go over with any pumice or 1000 grit
    pink wheel. It just ain't necessary!!! One cut leads to the other, as
    the graver is held in one position, the angled "highly-polished" side
    does all the work. Again no need to twist your hand to get the same
    result. I use this method in bright-cuting insides of Gypsy settings.
    One 45 degree angle ALL THE TIME no accidents in leaning the blade
    too far over.If the graver is held vertical the corresponding side
    angle does ALL the work for you! 

    I have also written an aricle on this same topic.Write to me for it
    & pictures gemz AT ican.net 

Gerry, the Cyber-Setter!


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