[Jewelry making - Article 00306] - Re: [Orchid] Foredom to Repair Stones

[Nanz Aalund]

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Brian,

>     Does anyone on a regular basis touch up stones (meaning very small
>     scratches primarily) with a Foredom using a high-mesh diamond paste
>     ? If so, what sort of wheel or other attachment do you use ? 

    Yes, I have done this but I try not to make it a regular practice.
    It's good for removing a scratch on the table or crown facets
    without having to unseat the gemstone. Works best on cabochons. Under
    the guidance of a lapidary I was advised to use a small compressed
    felt buff. Dedicate each buff to a grit of diamond paste and avoid
    facet junctures, as this technique will round them a bit. 

Nanz Aalund
Associate Editor / Art Jewelry magazine
21027 Crossroads Circle / Waukesha WI 53187-1612
262.796.8776 ext.228
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