[Jewelry making - Article 00511] - Re: [Orchid] Any tricks to hiding platinum seams?

[david lee jeweler]

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    Maryland crab cakes? Yum! You got my attention. I hope it doesn't
    matter I'm not in the same league with Mr. Binnion. A magic bullet
    it's not, but the only seamless way to work Pt that I have found is
    fusion welding. (This is the reason I'm not sold on Co alloys.)
    Oxygen propane, a lazar, or a TIG welder will all do it. Each has
    it's place. Hiding a seam made with any other filler, even.999 Pt,
    can be tough, and can't be thought of as a permanent solution. When
    the object is worn, the seam will reappear. (This in my opinion is
    huge.) Less noticeable joints are possible with perfect fit before
    solder and burnishing to polish. 

David Lee, CMBJ
http://www.davidleejeweler.com
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