[Jewelry making - Article 00260] - Re: [Orchid] Argentium Sterling: Annealing

[Bill Churlik]

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trevor,

    Thank you for your comments. 

    I had really wanted to say the same thing but passed. RTFM! I get
    really miffed at all of the stuff that ends up on this forum because
    people aren't willing to do their homework first or at all. 

    I am moving into Argentium. I am impressed with the malleability and
    fusing! Before I ever put a torch to anything, I read your blog,
    Marty' blog, Cynthia's article, Rio, Stuller's tech info.... the
    Argentium Sterling website, and another refinery site, everything I
    could find anywhere...not a lot out there yet. Then to the torch to
    see for myself. After the first experiments, I went back and re-read
    EVERYTHING again in light (so to speak) of what I saw under the torch
    and hammer. The first project was a fabricated ring with 5 pieces, a
    flush set 3mm Pink Tourmaline, and simple engraved leaves; all done
    with Argentium Hard and Medium solder. Not a lick of trouble at any
    point. This stuff is great, works a little differently, but not a
    problem at all IF you do your HOMEWORK. 

    I in no way apologize for this rant. RTFM, do your homework, then
    turn on the torch. 

Bill Churlik
wechurlik AT earthlink.net
www.earthspeakarts.com
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