[Jewelry making - Article 00187] - Re: [Orchid] Foxtail Vs Snake chain?

[Charlie Wyckoff]

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Howdy all--

    Judy's method is very good, I do a variation....it's just
    experimenting and finding a sweet spot that works. There's wealth of
    info/tips online if you search a bit. 

    Loren, I don't solder unless requested or working with smaller
    gauges in 14k. I've never had a problem with my chains coming
    apart....14 years, although I always offer a warning for my 22 and
    24ga. chains, they are delicate. Hey, Loren, can't wait for you to
    come teach your knotting technique. 

    Fusing Argentium is an alternative...a pinhead(or less) of paste
    solder in the ring joint, then a uniform precipitation heating to
    650f or whatever your paste recommends, pickle and burnish tumble.
    There's a gentleman I know of that doesn't use paste, just heat
    fuses. I love Argentium....finding it easier to work with, in
    different ways, all the time. 

Charlie Wyckoff
http://www.charlieschaincraft.com
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