How to Make a Ring
Place the ring blank into a clamp., Bend the ring into shape using pliers., Twist binding wire around the new ring shape., File away any excess solder., Place the ring in nitric acid., Finish off.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Place the ring blank into a clamp.
File to shorten to the finger size required.
Smooth the edges with a file followed by emery paper. -
Step 2: Bend the ring into shape using pliers.
File the ends to meet exactly. , Solder the joint with hard solder.
Dip in cold water, then remove and dry.
Remove the wire and pickle the ring. , Then place the ring on the mandrel; tap around the ring to ensure that it takes on a perfectly round shape. , This will remove fire stain.
Rinse off well. , Brush the silver with a brass brush and a mixture of water and gentle dish detergent.
Continue to brush until the ring turns shiny.
You can either stop here and wear the ring as it is, or you can add decorative effects as desired. -
Step 3: Twist binding wire around the new ring shape.
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Step 4: File away any excess solder.
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Step 5: Place the ring in nitric acid.
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Step 6: Finish off.
Detailed Guide
File to shorten to the finger size required.
Smooth the edges with a file followed by emery paper.
File the ends to meet exactly. , Solder the joint with hard solder.
Dip in cold water, then remove and dry.
Remove the wire and pickle the ring. , Then place the ring on the mandrel; tap around the ring to ensure that it takes on a perfectly round shape. , This will remove fire stain.
Rinse off well. , Brush the silver with a brass brush and a mixture of water and gentle dish detergent.
Continue to brush until the ring turns shiny.
You can either stop here and wear the ring as it is, or you can add decorative effects as desired.
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