[Jewelry making - Article 00266] - Re: [Orchid] Do small butane soldering torches work?

[The Doctor]

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>         Thank you for the wonderful insight into cigars and creme
>     brullee. HA! I like your style :-D 

    You're welcome, Tracy :-)  You also may want to consider an
    acetylene/air torch. One gas bottle is all you'd need. It won't get
    as hot as a gas/oxygen setup, but it can sometimes be a little more
    cost effective. You can order a decent rig from Indian Jewelers
    Supply at www.ijsinc.com with interchangeable tips and a bottle full
    of gas. Last time I checked, the price was around $150 - 160 US, but
    there is a hazardous material shipping fee in the neighborhood of
    $40 and a #10 crating fee. 

    One more thing, one of the local welding suppliers here had a
    complete oxy/acetylene welding/brazing kit, complete with full
    bottles for under $200. Of course, the tips are practically useless
    for most jewelry-making operations, but they stock smaller
    replacement tips that work perfectly. This kit had the bottles
    filled and secured in a caddy, ready to use immediately. Best of
    luck to you, Tracy. 

James in SoFl

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