You can try with one good "whack" as well. Get some practice pieces, maybe copper. Try one hammer vs. the "tap - tap - tap" method I showed. Let my know how it works Shelly.
I am trying to stamp the inside of a few rings with the curved metal stamp just like in the video. My question is besides holding it with your hand are there any other tools or methods or gadgets whatever to keep the ring in place so you can get the inside of it stamped
I have always just held in place and stamped with my hands, but there is a “jig” that holds the stamp so you can have both hands free to stabilize during stamping. I have one of these jigs, that I have never used. If you are interested, I can sell it to you. Doug
Put it on something that matches the contour of the wire. I use a piece of hardwood that I have ground out a little to the shape and size of the 1/2 round. Hope this helps. Doug
Hi , I am a hobby craft jewellery designer , I am using 999 silver could result any problem , I see if we use 925 they turn black , is there any specific reason for making silver in 925 please share the myths
NA International, it is and has been an industry standard for a while. The alloy, usually copper based, makes it a little harder and last a while longer if worn daily.
Helpful for me, thank you! Didn't really know why some stamps are bent...now it makes sense. Also will try tapping rather than whacking!! Thanks.
Kat Dawes glad to help. Go to JewelryMonk.com and let me know how it works.
I never make this work. I gave up, but I will try it your way tomorrow. Thnx Doug.
You can try with one good "whack" as well. Get some practice pieces, maybe copper. Try one hammer vs. the "tap - tap - tap" method I showed. Let my know how it works Shelly.
Thanks, I have to wait more for a stamping jig/rig.
Thanks Doug! Is there a preference for a 925 stamp over a Sterling stamp?
Not really, I use them interchangeably.
It was always mistery to me. Thank you sir!
My pleasure.
Very helpful video. Thank you a lot.
Your Welcome.
I am trying to stamp the inside of a few rings with the curved metal stamp just like in the video. My question is besides holding it with your hand are there any other tools or methods or gadgets whatever to keep the ring in place so you can get the inside of it stamped
I have always just held in place and stamped with my hands, but there is a “jig” that holds the stamp so you can have both hands free to stabilize during stamping. I have one of these jigs, that I have never used. If you are interested, I can sell it to you.
Doug
Can I see the type you talking about?? Is still available??
Thank you for a helpfull video 😊👍
My pleasure.
Do you stamp your rings before or after polishing ? Thank you for the video. :)
Patricia, I do it before polishing, because there is usually a small flat spot or deformation from stamping.
@@DougNapierJewelryMonk thank you for the reply! :)
Hello any advice on how to stamp a half round not to scuff opposite side???!!!!
Paris, stamp on wood, and maybe even grind away a dimple in the wood to conform to the 1/2 round shank.
very helpful! Thanks.
Thank you Kathleen.
Good job 👍
Thanks
Good video. But how do you stamp a hallmark on a ring that is made from half round wire?
Put it on something that matches the contour of the wire. I use a piece of hardwood that I have ground out a little to the shape and size of the 1/2 round.
Hope this helps.
Doug
Hi Doug, how do you go about stamping a silver ring that is thin (say 2mm) and round?
Maria use a small stamp, support it well, and roll the stamp so it all gets imprinted.
Great, thanks for the quick response 👍🏼 I think I’m going to need to practice this a lot!! 😄
@@mimomaria6396 Get some scrap copper sheet and wire and practice. have fun!
where can i purchase stamps please and thank you
Rio Grande sells them.
Who is that,can you post link please @@DougNapierJewelryMonk
riogrande.com @@Z3US6
Hi , I am a hobby craft jewellery designer , I am using 999 silver could result any problem , I see if we use 925 they turn black , is there any specific reason for making silver in 925 please share the myths
NA International, it is and has been an industry standard for a while. The alloy, usually copper based, makes it a little harder and last a while longer if worn daily.
Doug Napier ok ,thanks for prompt reply , I like you tutorial
Thanks!
You are welcome.
can you stamp fake jewelry?
That would be illegal.
@@DougNapierJewelryMonk people do it all the time cause i bought fake jewls thinking it was real cause of the stamp