[Jewelry making - Article 01274] - [Orchid] Repairing a sterling flask

[Michael Parkin]

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Hi All,

    A friend recently asked me to repair a sterling hip flask that
    belonged to his grandfather. The cap of the flask screws on and off
    and is held in place by a very thin band of silver in which it is
    supposed to turn freely. This band is soldered to a hinge at the neck
    of the flask. It is obvious that the band has been repaired a few
    times already. This time, the break is right where the band meets the
    hinge. 

    I have two problems. First, it seems like the band has to be in
    place, closely fitted around the cap when it is soldered. Does
    anyone have a suggestion about how to solder the band closed without
    at the same time soldering it to the cap?  I have thought of
    painting the cap with yellow ochre, but decided to get some advice
    before I start. 

    Second, there is cork inside the cap that has a larger diameter than
    the cap's opening. I suspect that the cork has to be removed before
    soldering the band. Are there any good tricks for getting new cork
    into position. 

Thanks for your thoughts.  Michael

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