[Jewelry making - Article 01487] - Re: [Orchid] Using bezel blocks

[R . E . Rourke]

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    if you have a lot of disposable income then buy the ready made one
    you have wanted for a long time..they are handy for production work
    or if you are using a lot of for instance, trillions with cut
    corners then they can be custom machined for you fairly
    inexpensively- however it is unlikely that you'll need it daily in
    the studio. It's a tool that sounds more appealing than it is
    practical, particularly if putting together a first studio- the money
    can be spent more wisely on necessities. Bezel mandrels are far more
    useful in creating settings and small round mandrels perhaps the most
    useful aside from 'fancy' shapes. If you have ever attempted a 3mm
    crown/ cut-down setting you know of what I speak! It is far easier
    and less to finish before piercing with the pre-formed bezel slipping
    off a mandrel than to try and sight bend the piece. the same applies
    to small bezels of most any shape. I would then recommend getting a
    couple of small sized mandrels and still have change from the
    difference respective to buying the block. If you do want a block
    look for the most varied shapes and sizes on one face, and make sure
    it comes with the punches that make using it possible. Contenti had
    some on sale a month or so ago, you may want to check their site.
    Bottom line is : if you are a tool junkie you'll get it no matter
    what the cost or consensus! 

rer
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