[Jewelry making - Article 01238] - Re: [Orchid] Unsoldering two rings

[Greg DeMark]

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Mickey,

    Generally when you are working on a set of rings that have been
    soldered together, you have no idea of what additional work has been
    done on the shanks. If you try to separate the two rings with a
    torch you may have old sizing sections or shank replacements come
    apart. 

    If the shanks are heavy enough to warrant it you should use a very
    fine saw blade to cut the rings apart and then clean both rings up. 
    If the shanks are worn or very thin you may want to cut the shank
    off and reshank both rings. 

Good Luck
Greg DeMark
Longmont, Colorado
email: greg AT demarkjewelry.com
Website: www.demarkjewelry.com
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