[Jewelry making - Article 01332] - [Orchid] Propane version of Smith Silversmith torch?

[Sam Behar]

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    I am looking to upgrade my torch. Currently, I am using a
    Bernzomatic propane torch with MAPP gas. I use it exclusively for
    silver, and mainly for making chains and bezel settings. I find its
    large size cumbersome and would like to upgrade to something with
    better flame control. My preference would be an acetylene/air torch
    such as the Smith Silversmith, but some of the posts I found in the
    archives have scared me off a little (I am using the torch in the
    basement of my home). I was thinking of Smith Little Torch
    (MAPP/oxygen) and using it with disposable canisters, although it
    sounds as if using disposable oxygen is not the greatest option. I
    have two questions: 

    1) is it possible to use the little torch with MAPP gas only and not
    with oxygen? 

    2) I read in the archives that Smith makes a propane version of the
    Silversmith torch (although I can not find such a product on their
    website). Can propane or MAPP gas be used with these torches, or is
    there a similar torch that can be used with MAPP/air or propane/air? 

Thanks,
Sam

 
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