The Tronex range of pliers and cutters are known the world over for their quality and value. In this blog we explain what makes them so popular as we guide you through some of the models available. We also offer some advice and suggestions for the jeweller.
In the jewelry trade, unless you’re only doing one task with the same material forever, there is no single cutter for all your needs. Trying to save money by using the wrong cutter can damage your material and shorten the cutter’s life, costing you more in the long run.
When it comes to using a jewelers piercing saw, many people struggle to understand the saw blades. Which one do I need for a particular task? why do I keep breaking them?. In this detailed blog Dave Wilson explains every aspect of the jewelers saw, with helpful charts to shows you exactly which drill land saw blade to choose for every requirement.
Traditionally, jewelers used sandpaper, Tripoli, and rouge to polish precious metals. But in recent times the development of abrasives has really taken off. As jewelers and crafters, we now have a bewildering array of abrasives and polishes at our disposal. But one has taken the jewelry world by storm. The 3M Radial disc.
The secret to making jump rings, chains and chain mail is to understand the Aspect Ratio. This simple but vital little number can make all the difference. But many people are intimidated by it. But don't be, Dave Wilson of celtic Dreams famous for his intricate chain mail shows you the impact it makes on your chains and how to work it out simply and easily. Together with tips on making the perfect jump rings. Knowledge is power !
Dave Wilson explains the many techniques and tools available to resize rings up or down. He gives tips on the many different types of rings and how the specialist equipment from Pepetools can be used to achieve perfect results quickly and easily.