How to Make a Sister Hook Clasp

This course will show you how to make a simple hinged catch mechanism with a tube rivet. It is important for a jeweler to learn how to make findings and catches, as this knowledge helps when it comes to repairing jewelry.

This lesson includes three videos:

• Part 1 – Large sister hook catch – 28 min 17 sec
• Part 2 – Small sister hook catch – 15 min 49 sec
• Part 3 – How to make short tube – 23 min 33 sec

Materials:

• Brass or Silver tube 0.5mm – 0.8mm thick x 4.4mm diameter x 20mm long
• Brass or Silver sheet 0.9mm x 13mm x 35mm