Well done! This is the correct way to repair ANY type of jewelry, use only enough solder to make a reliable joint. I would like to think that those in the industry will take notes from this demo, but I know that is unlikely. Unfortunately, the majority of bench jewelers are in it for the money, and as such, speed becomes their first priority. This method takes time and skill, two things rarely found anymore. When I do repairs like this I often use 1/4 or 1/2 of a 1 chip of solder. The less solder you use the better the final product will be. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the lovely comment, it’s great to hear from you. I saw your suggestion of a box clasp for a future video - Damia has been suggesting this for a while and it’s on our list to do soon. 👍 Thanks for tuning in
I'm somebody who is only just starting to learn and delve into working with jewelry as a hobby, but focusing on repairing as a start. I been researching and reading/watching countless videos and tutorials. Your videos are some of the highest quality I've seen so far. They are insightful, resourceful, and glowing with experience. Thank you for creating these videos so well and taking the time to share.
Thanks for this video. A friend of mine asked if I could repair her silver snake chain, and after watching your video I want to give it a try... I'm sure I won't make such a perfect job as you did and wouldn't try to repair one for a customer but now I'm really keen on trying 🤞
The same thing happens to the spine when you have spinal fusion surgery. Above and below the fusion of the otherwise snake-like movement of the spine is where the spine disintegrates. Unrelated, (lol) but just say no to spinal fusions. Maybe snake chains, too.😅
Great video as always, thank you! I've used the polishing compound solder stop trick on links that have broken while fabricating foxtails and curb chains before. Maybe a video on stopping solder flow?
great informative video. I would like to know how do you make hollow hoops/tubes with tapered ends by hand? if that makes sense... I understand the process of creating hollow tubes by either fabricating it around a steel rod and bending it round or feeding it into a steel rod with a bend at one end and forcing the metal to spiral around itself when forcefully pulling the steel rod, but tapered ends have confused me
Thanks for sharing your jeweler knowledge!! Could you do a video on how to make the thin u shaped piece of metal that goes inside a ring for people with large knuckles? It’s called a butterfly shank in the USA, I’m not sure what other countries call it.
Surprised you didn’t use the laser. I do all my solid chain repairs on the laser. Snake chains are composed of links and you can rejoin the links easily and solder them almost seamlessly.
Hi John, yes the laser is fantastic! Damia and I actually spoke about using the laser but we were concerned that we wouldn’t be able to offer much to those who are just starting out and do not have a laser available to them. So for the purposes of this video we decided to do the repair on the bench. Thank you for sharing!
I love it! Thanks for your suggestion Peter, let’s hope one comes into the workshop soon. Good idea. I like the potential this has to turn into a miniseries in chain repairs.
Well done! This is the correct way to repair ANY type of jewelry, use only enough solder to make a reliable joint. I would like to think that those in the industry will take notes from this demo, but I know that is unlikely. Unfortunately, the majority of bench jewelers are in it for the money, and as such, speed becomes their first priority. This method takes time and skill, two things rarely found anymore. When I do repairs like this I often use 1/4 or 1/2 of a 1 chip of solder. The less solder you use the better the final product will be. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the lovely comment, it’s great to hear from you. I saw your suggestion of a box clasp for a future video - Damia has been suggesting this for a while and it’s on our list to do soon. 👍 Thanks for tuning in
I'm somebody who is only just starting to learn and delve into working with jewelry as a hobby, but focusing on repairing as a start. I been researching and reading/watching countless videos and tutorials. Your videos are some of the highest quality I've seen so far. They are insightful, resourceful, and glowing with experience. Thank you for creating these videos so well and taking the time to share.
Thank you both. Steve...
Thank you!
Thanks for this video. A friend of mine asked if I could repair her silver snake chain, and after watching your video I want to give it a try...
I'm sure I won't make such a perfect job as you did and wouldn't try to repair one for a customer but now I'm really keen on trying 🤞
You are going to do a great job 👌🏻 thanks for the comment 🙏🏻
The same thing happens to the spine when you have spinal fusion surgery. Above and below the fusion of the otherwise snake-like movement of the spine is where the spine disintegrates. Unrelated, (lol) but just say no to spinal fusions. Maybe snake chains, too.😅
I should have a chat with them 😂 Perhaps we should share this video with them - thanks for that
A big thank you, i was missing one thing from the repair process and you showed me how to do it. Beautiful work!
That’s exactly why I do this - so happy you found it helpful 👍🏻
Thank you so much Jaco for sharing your knowledge with us. Love your work.
Biiiiiig pleasure 👍🏻
Thank you once again , love the content
Thank you for tuning in, glad you enjoy it. 🙏
Yes!
Thank you 😊
It’s our pleasure Chris, glad you’re enjoying the content. 🙏
Great video as always, thank you! I've used the polishing compound solder stop trick on links that have broken while fabricating foxtails and curb chains before. Maybe a video on stopping solder flow?
Great idea John - Damia was pointing this out to me when we were recording. Will add this to the list
great informative video. I would like to know how do you make hollow hoops/tubes with tapered ends by hand? if that makes sense... I understand the process of creating hollow tubes by either fabricating it around a steel rod and bending it round or feeding it into a steel rod with a bend at one end and forcing the metal to spiral around itself when forcefully pulling the steel rod, but tapered ends have confused me
Hollow jewellery can be tricky. I've made a few earrings and had a lot of fun doing it - Perhaps we can add this to the list. I love a challenge
@@jacothejeweller That would be perfect! tapering the ends would be challenging as well 🤔👍
Thanks for sharing your jeweler knowledge!! Could you do a video on how to make the thin u shaped piece of metal that goes inside a ring for people with large knuckles? It’s called a butterfly shank in the USA, I’m not sure what other countries call it.
That’s a great idea 👌🏻
Surprised you didn’t use the laser. I do all my solid chain repairs on the laser. Snake chains are composed of links and you can rejoin the links easily and solder them almost seamlessly.
Hi John, yes the laser is fantastic! Damia and I actually spoke about using the laser but we were concerned that we wouldn’t be able to offer much to those who are just starting out and do not have a laser available to them. So for the purposes of this video we decided to do the repair on the bench. Thank you for sharing!
@@jacothejeweller I understand. Keep it up! Having access to nicer equipment has spoiled me but I still break out the torch often.
I have solder snake chain ... You have to very very careful about the flux placement because it can ruin the chain...
How about hollow rope chain
I love it! Thanks for your suggestion Peter, let’s hope one comes into the workshop soon. Good idea. I like the potential this has to turn into a miniseries in chain repairs.