[Jewelry making - Article 00795] - Re: [Orchid] Hoke torch problems

[Jim Zimmerman]

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Hi Holly,

    Hokes have there problems. It's mainly due to fact that valve seats
    are metal to metal. Sort of a pin into the whole arrangement that
    wears with use. Some of old guys wouldn't use anything but a Hoke.
    They just fit so well in your hand. Breaking them in can take up to
    two years. Replacing one for a new one? Is truly a painful thought.
    When they work, they work well. I, myself use a Meco (different type
    of Valve seat) that has never leaked. 

Jim Zimmerman
jzim AT www.hay.net
http://www.handengravingcanada.com


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