[Jewelry making - Article 00503] - [Orchid] Consideration for the next repairer?

[Neilthejeweler]

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    Its mentioned here now and again about using good technique so that
    the next jeweler to work on your piece doesn't have a conniption.
    Well true for sure. But maybe its better to be using good technique
    for its own sake. 

    Example, I'm thinking I might secure an omega clip by lasering the
    axle ends instead of balling it up. Looks better, won't catch hair,
    and if it ever needs service I'll just weld a new clip in place. But
    I'm wondering if the piece ever gets in the hands of another jeweler,
    for whatever reason he needs to replace the clip, he's got a problem
    if he doesn't have a laser (since this piece has stones that are not
    removable and not heat-sinkable)). I'm thinking I should do what's
    best for me and my client (as I see her best interest). 

    On the other hand I'd hate to see this piece butchered by someone
    who 'thought' he could fix it. But is that my responsibility? Do I do
    the best I can, or plan for someone else's shortcomings?
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