[Jewelry making - Article 00956] - [Orchid] Fabrication of 14K Gold bezel

[Ketar]

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Howdy All,

    After plenty of work with sterling, I decided to try some fabrication
    with 14kt.  I am attempting to solder a 14kt bezel onto sterling. The
    problem I am having is the 14kt has too much spring. I tried
    annealing in hopes that it would soften it somewhat, but that did not
    help. The piece I am trying to bezel is on the larger size (1"x1
    1/2") and angular. I can't get the bezel to maintain the shape of the
    piece. Any suggestions would be appreciated.  Also, what is the
    preferred solder to use--silver or gold for this application? 

Thank you in advance,
KS

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