Simon Z Jewelry

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@ScottSchell-f1l 14 күн бұрын

Jewelry repair in 40 years picking it back up so I can show my grandson's it's nice to see you do the things in the same way I was taught

@garydrago Ай бұрын

What the hell did he sprinkle on top

@Doorpost 3 ай бұрын

I don't understand what you're trying to say or ask…

@FranciscoHernandez-j4x 3 ай бұрын

Yotengo uno18kilates

@noahbodhi 5 ай бұрын

If there is no stamp, but it’s being sold as real gold, how do you test what level it is? It has the snake “clasp” so I presume it’s close to 24 but it could be less

@Doorpost 3 ай бұрын

There's an acid test you can buy and today we have scanners, you may check with some of the stores in your area.

@adam68niou1eve 6 ай бұрын

What is the ratio for mixing boric acid and alcohol? Im jus getn started in tbe field could use some tips. Thank you

@simonzjewelry 6 ай бұрын

you want to leave a coating of boric acid on your metal after burning off the alcohol. You do not want too much and you’re not gonna want too little, I use about 2. 3 parts of boric acid and the rest alcohol.

@kayeninetwo3585 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful job! What does a resizing job like that typically cost the customer with a ring like that?

@simonzjewelry 6 ай бұрын

Depends on quite a few things, usually wholesale or charge $40-$60

@simonzjewelry 8 ай бұрын

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@Tashkeelshah 9 ай бұрын

Please let me know it can be done. Laser I buying I weld ? Thank you

@JimSlaughterOC 10 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@simonzjewelry 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Chanel15477 11 ай бұрын

Hi Simon, I'm having a very thin ring resized from a 7 and a half to a 7 it's a criss cross ring with small diamonds on the criss cross. The jewler is charging me 168.00 for this with a cleaning. It's a super thin band. Am I being ripped off no diamonds near the part that needs to be removed to make the ring smaller but it is very thin. What do you think?

@simonzjewelry 10 ай бұрын

simonzj.etsy.com/listing/910951028 I can help!

@dadziesegun6899 Жыл бұрын

if i use 18k gold serum to test 10k gold what will happen

@simonzjewelry 11 ай бұрын

It will turn dark fast.

@marissaarojo1715 Жыл бұрын

What you put drop

@Doorpost Жыл бұрын

Hi, I bought acid specifically for testing 14 karat or 18 karat gold.

@katebjrnskov5247 Жыл бұрын

Thank you fore showing how to repearing a Gold chain I Will try

@vibes2924 Жыл бұрын

Hi what is the plaster called thank you and is it important to vacuum it

@simonzjewelry Жыл бұрын

We buy a plaster called ultra vest. Vacuuming is important for me because of the details in which I don’t want to have metal bubbles. If you’re doing a plain wedding band, you may be able to do it without vacuuming, but at that point I would look into sand casting instead of vacuum or centrifugal.

@vibes2924 Жыл бұрын

hello is there a full video on the process

@simonzjewelry Жыл бұрын

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@TrinaBurmeister Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I like your explaining. I wish my company started me on jump rings first!

@simonzjewelry Жыл бұрын

Let me know if you have any questions.

@kentonsmith3481 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of cup do you use in this video that has the stand & the removable bottom? That you pour the plaster into? I've been trying to find something just like that with a stand in the bottom but haven't had any luck. Any help would be appreciated!

@simonzjewelry 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a steel pipe with a rubber base. You have to find a jewelry tool supply and order from their catalog.

@annatakada5587 2 жыл бұрын

Can i used lighter to melt gold? Thank you

@simonzjewelry 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think it has enough heat.

@ChadLuciano Жыл бұрын

1040 Celsius to melt gold, you'll require a torch

@alfredobrown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. in 2022, how much should i expect to pay for a repair like this one?

@Reyes.2100 Жыл бұрын

I just for mine fixed for $15

@goldschmidtcompany431 2 жыл бұрын

Aloha from Hawaii Very nice work

@simonzjewelry 2 жыл бұрын

Hello from Illinois, thank you!

@marisamoeller1718 2 жыл бұрын

Do you only use solder on a repair for any type of metal? Asking about sterling silver and 14KT or 18KT gold?

@simonzjewelry 2 жыл бұрын

I use the same color and carat content for each, or higher.

@ToddGodfrey 2 жыл бұрын

What gauge wire are you using for the bezels?

@simonzjewelry 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Todd, it really depends on the size of the stone, and the girdle of the stone.

@ToddGodfrey 2 жыл бұрын

@@simonzjewelry Ok. But , just as an example, if the stones on that necklace were 3.00 mm or thereabouts what gauge did you use?

@simonzjewelry 2 жыл бұрын

Todd I try to make the wire for the bezel as thin as possible or needs to be, I want to show as much of the stone as possible. I look at the thickness of the girdle, size and type of chain… A 3 mm stone would probably be a wire under a millimeter more than likely about 3/4 of a millimeter. Not sure what gauge that is, I’ve always tried to work in proportion to the job in front of me. Sam 847-338-8031

@ToddGodfrey 2 жыл бұрын

@@simonzjewelry Good morning Simon. That makes total sense. I used your method yesterday and it turned out great. Cheers!

@Chloe_thefoxstudios 2 жыл бұрын

I have a gold Figaro Chain, I can't get it fixed professionally is their any way i can fix it at home?

@simonzjewelry 2 жыл бұрын

I don't thinks so but you can send it to me, and I will fix it. www.etsy.com/listing/910951028/professional-jewelry-repair-and-design?click_key=d697f8d1c7220e633e534fd5c4e03a4a6abe2da1%3A910951028&click_sum=0ccb7f50&ref=shop_home_active_32&frs=1

@angeloincorvaia4862 3 жыл бұрын

Is boric acid necessary? Can I use vinegar and salt for pickling before and after solder? what type of flux do I need? I found aquiflux spray bottle on amazon, however I feel this is not ideal for such a small repair.

@simonzjewelry 3 жыл бұрын

boric acid helps to protect stones and the metal from fire scale and oxidation... a must in many cases. You need to find a jewelry tools supplier for flux and ... Should Not be a big problem these days.

@angeloincorvaia4862 3 жыл бұрын

@@simonzjewelry Thank you. When you refer to solder, is it actually plumb gold? also, is the gold quenched in water? how is the boric acid removed at the end?

@simonzjewelry 3 жыл бұрын

@@angeloincorvaia4862 I use the same carat content or higher. Heated pickle acid is used to clean the peace after soldering.

@sirridok 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Can lower karat scrap be used to solder higher karat gold pieces?

@simonzjewelry 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think so, lower carat metal may not melt faster then the other. I use solder of the same carat content in soft, med or high melting points… depending on the job.

@NIP28 3 жыл бұрын

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@Ivan-qq6dj 3 жыл бұрын

you for your tutorial was very informative better then some I`d view on you tube

@simonzjewelry 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ivan!

@andrew_hacks4533 3 жыл бұрын

I need to fix my gold chain just a couple of dots. How much is it ?

@simonzjewelry 3 жыл бұрын

Please visit our Etsy store: www.etsy.com/listing/910951028/professional-jewelry-repair-and-design?ref=shop_home_active_8&frs=1

@stephenlutchman2101 3 жыл бұрын

Good job

@simonzjewelry 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@williamburke6870 Жыл бұрын

What is the pickle juice step used to accomplish?

@Angel___00888 3 жыл бұрын

This is the right way of repairing a neckchain, time consuming, but its worth it

@MidastouchJewels 3 жыл бұрын

Thankyou, just struggling with a hollow belcher chain so this was great.

@mastermandarin師父中文 3 жыл бұрын

Great work

@simonzjewelry 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@RC-tz6pw 3 жыл бұрын

would you let me know the tools that you hold your earring when you cut the seat? Thank you

@TheAzimvs 4 жыл бұрын

What? You can't apply solder to gold

@kurt7911 3 жыл бұрын

It’s gold solder made for this purpose

@mikael0868 4 жыл бұрын

how long does the chain last after the repair?

@simonzjewelry 3 жыл бұрын

If soldered properly it will never fall apart in the repaired spot.

@funfunyo7523 4 жыл бұрын

Nice seamaster

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jctoo9756 4 жыл бұрын

I have an 18k white gold chain which is broken. Can it be repaired the same way?

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it can!

@jctoo9756 4 жыл бұрын

@@simonzjewelry Thank you for your reply.

@leahallysonlittle388 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing job ✨

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@XxGaMBLeRR 4 жыл бұрын

Do you need like welding glass to use that torch ?

@georgecroney6168 4 жыл бұрын

Not at all, a jet lighter would work but make sure to buy solder and flux

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

No you do not, I use those only for Platinum.

@lawrencefried5027 4 жыл бұрын

Simon - First comment in 3 years? Wow. I enjoyed watching. You impress me with the time and attention to detail for one ring. You also have all the tools of the trade, plus a warm and friendly demeanor. I would definitely use your service if needed. Where are you located?

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lawrence. I am in Chicago area. 847-338-8031

@CarvedMetal 4 жыл бұрын

Hello, I searched on Stuller for the stud-earring holder thing, but couldn't find that on there. Can you provide a link or product name? It's a great looking solution to stud setting! Thanks for the video. From Nathan of CarvedMetal.com

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

sorry I did not get notified I would have responded. Let me know if you still need to

@noname-JS 4 жыл бұрын

How can jewelry makers get away with selling stamped/marked 18K gold on rings that test as 14K?

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

A Jeweler should never do this, sorry if it happened to you. It is fraud and not legal!

@kennethdaniel8261 3 жыл бұрын

I realize I am kinda off topic but do anyone know a good place to watch new tv shows online ?

@vicentecason1555 3 жыл бұрын

@Kenneth Daniel I use Flixzone. Just search on google for it :)

@wellskian5387 3 жыл бұрын

@Vicente Cason Yea, I've been watching on flixzone for years myself :)

@kennethdaniel8261 3 жыл бұрын

@Vicente Cason thank you, I went there and it seems like a nice service :) I appreciate it!

@elidari60 4 жыл бұрын

Hi I see you are using a special tool to hold the three prongs earrings settings could you please let me know where can you purchase something like that thank you

@simonzjewelry 4 жыл бұрын

sorry I did not get notified I would have responded. Let me know if you still need to