[Jewelry making - Article 00864] - Re: [Orchid] Graphite pencil Leads

[Cynthia Eid]

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Hi Dennis,

>     I used to inject wax around graphite pencil leads in order to cast
>     long cheniers. About 15 years ago the makers of pencil leads
>     switched to a clay-like substance that unfortunately disintegrated
>     in the burn out. I have looked in vain for a replacement since and
>     was wondering if anyone knows where to buy pure graphite leads. 1
>     mm would be the best size. 

    20+ years ago, I worked in a gold jewelry factory for a few years as
    modelmaker/moldmaker/supervisor, and we used old drill bits for the
    inside of tubing for hinges. We had little silver knobs that we
    attached as handles, in fact. 

    Thanks for the trip down memory lane.

Cynthia Eid
http://www.cynthiaeid.com
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