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Learn to finish your jewelry using a Flex Shaft or Dremel to create a high polish finish on your next project. Instructor, Joe Silvera goes over using a variety of polishing bits, and the power tools you'll use to make it all come together. Come join our Facebook Group - / metalstampingandbeyond

[@kiandraquinn8238]

This is exactly what I have been looking for! For some reason, it's so hard to find information on polishing, this video was so clear and helpful.

[@beaducation]

YAY! Glad it was helpful! Let us know if you have any questions :)

[@mississippiapple1078]

Ditto. Didn't want to do the chemical stuff

[@marcn8750]

@@beaducationexcellent level of detail in your video that I have not seen elsewhere. I just subscribed. I polish watch cases. Mostly stainless steel. Best wishes from Singapore 🇸🇬 Marc

[@LyndaDianeOfficial]

FABULOUS!! I learned so much. You're a wonderful teacher, clear, concise, thorough. Thank you, thank you!!!

[@verona2327]

This tutorial is the best of all, clear, so easy to understand, so effective, right to the point. I love it!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@nathalieschumann8499]

I loved this so much! I recently purchased a Dremel, it‘s my first polishing tool and I was too scared to use it and had no clue which polishing bits to get. This helped me a lot! Plus: I love the jewelry shown here. The ring with the winter tree scenario? So pretty. And the little house pendant? Absolutely cute.

[@sisteryaya24]

Thank you so much for this great tutorial on polishing! This has always been one of the most challenging aspects for me in doing my wire and metal work, which was always an area my teachers glossed over in classes. Your detailed instruction on wheels, grits and technique are invaluable!

[@DonnakinsJewelry]

Wow! I learned so much from this video. This was exactly what I was looking for. As a learner of soldering and metalworking, I have so much to explore and learn. Even though this tutorial is nearly five years old, it is very relevant and informative. Thank you for making this video.

[@beaducation]

Thanks so much Dee! Yeah, the technology in hand polishing hasn't really evolved in a long time. These are old tried and true techiques! And hey, if you haven't already, please consider subscribing to our channel to learn more :) goo.gl/XS9hu1

[@seeamerica1]

That was a super tutorial! I'm subscribing, you included every little detail, you're a great teacher!

[@drapetomania1]

What do you recommend using for getting a mirror finish on completely flat pieces? I have some flat pieces that originally had a mirror finish but got some minor scratches. I tried the 1 micron spiral wheels, but they can't remove the scratches. I then tried the 6 micron wheels. These removed the scratches. After removing the scratches with the 6 micron wheels, I used the 1 micron ones, but I could not get the original mirror finish.

[@beaducation]

Hi, To get closer to a mirror finish I work through these sanding papers: www.beaducation.com/zen_products/5402-wet-dry-sanding-paper-mixed-grit-pack. To really reach the mirror finish you need a buffing wheel and a compound like rouge. We don't sell those product, but here is a vid I found that talks about them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXPHgZR7n7iLrc0.

[@Austin1990]

All that painstaking polishing of metal samples for microstructure analysis really paid off. This is so similar, just a little more complicated yet more forgiving. Thank you for such a detailed explanation!

[@dadrules714]

Great video. Very informative. Very well done.Thanks.The advantage of a dremel?...after polishing a ring I can use other attachments for home improvements.

[@giannislymperopoylos5574]

YOU CAN USE OTHER ATTACHMENTS WITH THE FLEX SHAFT ALSO ...YOU EINSTEIN!!! AND BECAUSE IT HAS A MUCH LARGER CHUCK YOU CAN FIT BIGGER ONES...THE ONE HE SHOWS HAS TRAMENDOUS POWER COMPARED TO THE DREMEL...TOO BAD I DIDN KNOW THEIR EXISTANCE TILL I SAW THIS VIDEO.....!! WITH THE FLEXSHAFT ..ANY FLEX SHAFT YOU LOSE TORQUE...BUT THIS MOTOR IS SO BIG...THAT YOU JUST DONT CARE!!!HAPPY NEW YEAR...!!

[@beaducation]

Check out our video, How to Remove Excess Solder. Regarding your firescale question, you can use Penny Brite, Citric Acid, Sparex and simply sand it off.

[@OohlalaBeadtique]

Wonderful video! Very well done. Clear, precise with detail information. Thank you for sharing :)

[@jilllapierre9968]

This was a great tutorial. Wish I'd found it earlier in my learning process. Really, really helpful in understand which tools to use for different applications on one piece. Thanks so much.

[@beaducation]

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback Jill!

[@hazelfox5613]

Really informative. Gives me confidence to use these tools, thank you.

[@flyingcheff]

Joe, that was the BEST! You HEAR so much about how to do this but until you get it right yourself from EXPERIENCE, it's a mystery. The sequence of real-life polishing was INVALUABLE! Thanks so much!

[@margotgoldberg4942]

Great video....Ive watched it many times! I work in sterling silver metal clay...when I have a scratch I don't seem to be able to remove scratch with silicone wheels and if I use a strong sandpaper then I am left with a brushed finish that I can't rid of with the silicone wheels and radials....any suggestions? Thanks! Margot

[@beaducation]

Hummmm, that is a tough one. If the scratch is deep enough, it will be hard to buff out. I am surprised that silicone wheels or radials are not buffing it back to a nice brighter finish. Are you sure you are using the lightest grit silicone wheels at the end? Some are rougher than others and you need to kinda work through the grits in order. You can't go straight from brushed finish to the finest grit, you should use them one by one to get to the that smooth finish. I hope that makes sense :)

[@Sandyhardydesign]

I work in Clay as well and the silicone seems to "muck up" technical term...with material… I usually start with a fresh disk or refresh The surface of the silicone disc with a rougher sandpaper

[@annettejamieson4489]

Great video. Thank you. Full of really useful hints and tips

[@christinebicknell3139]

Have joined silversmithing class 2 times a week and have just bought a Dremel. Need to polish my pieces at home and your help and advice is just what I was looking for. Have bought the micro dremel as I am a "granny" now and a little scared of tools. I will upgrade when I know what I am doing! Many many thanks. I bought your first book after seeing some of your videos. Great teacher!

[@amandathompson4692]

Great video! I have a kit that came with my harbor freight ginder/flexshaft combo, but I really need to upgrade and I wasn't sure which accessories to buy. Thanks for all the great information!

[@michellestroschein4278]

Great info, I learned a lot! Thank you

[@virginiaburns5278]

Thanks very much for this!! I have your book, but really enjoyed this video, and learned so much!

[@pilaricaposada]

Excellent. Thanks.

[@Vikette1000]

Only just found this video and it addressed, very clearly, a number of questions and issues I had with polishing - like polishing in tight spaces and removing solder without filing. It's also the first one I've seen showing how best to control the flexishaft - I was constantly flipping jewellery out of my hands or managing to create new marks with the mandrel itself.

[@beaducation]

Great! I am glad you found this helpful!

[@zc8957]

This was exactly what I needed to watch. Thank you! Just starting out.

[@beaducation]

Glad it was helpful. Have fun!

[@stevefriedlander7053]

Excellent video easy to understand. Looks like I can use radial wheels with my Dremel if I buy a chuck.

[@beaducation]

Exactly, all you need is the right size chuck and likely the one that came with your Dremel is already the right size. Radials are amazing...changed my life!

[@andyhubert7724]

Does one still need to use polishing compounds like rouge if using the polishing wheels? Thank you.

[@beaducation]

Hi Andy! You do not need to if you go through the radial wheels all the way to the 1 micro wheel. But, you can also give it a last buff with rough if you would like! Have a great day!

[@maxineshoff6625]

This is really well explained, thank you a lot:)

[@ArchieVenezuela]

excelent, excelent teacher! great video, thanks!

[@drsyn1699]

thank you very very helpful ! :)

[@dharleeminter2838]

Hi, thank you for this, it was EXCELLENT! Do you need to clean the piece (soap and water clean) between using various wheels? Thank you!

[@beaducation]

Nope, you can just move from radial to radial. Have a great day!

[@dharleeminter2838]

Thank you!

[@samanthapaitakispp]

what an awesome thorough and informative video. Thank You for sharing your wisdom.

[@beaducation]

Thanks for the feedback Samantha! I really appreciate it!

[@johnniceking413]

When removing excess solder, should I use all 3 (80, 320 & 600) sandpaper?

[@beaducation]

80 might be a little more aggressive than necessary to start, but the concept is correct - you need to go through a series of low to high number grits. The lower number does the heavy lifting and then following up with increasingly higher number grits works the surface back to smooth.

[@djkoch65]

Best video I have seen on the polishing accessories! Thank you.

[@lizw5528]

This is a really brilliant tutorial and just what I needed. Thank you!

[@beaducation]

Yay! So glad you liked it!

[@wm4285]

Excellent Info & Presentation -- Bravo

[@beaducation]

Thanks!

[@newtea2458]

Excellent tutorial!

[@joycejoy7651]

I'm left handed so does the polishing direction stay the same, not sure if the discs are runing in the same direction if using opposite hands....if you see what I mean..cheers

[@cyndireid9703]

GREAT instructional video on polishing!!!. I was baffled by all those wheels and discs that came with my FlexShaft. Thank you for demystifying this process.

[@LeciaWoessner]

Hi Joe & thank you for this informative video. I just purchased an economy flex shaft & it came with no instructions about anything. I found myself online & trying to order what I may need & I honestly didn't have any clue! I wanted to find a "getting started" type of a kit & had no luck. I'm excited about checking out the Beaducation site to see what you guys offer. I am very glad that I'm a little more informed!

[@brennakohlhase4194]

This is really obvious...but you have a really perfect name for being in the silverasmithing industry!lol

[@DeborahBergenbeaderreader]

Wish I lived close to learn from you in person, Never the less I learned a lot and can’t wait to show my husband who makes really cool jewelry as well but wanted to know how to get rid of some of the solder. Thanks so much! LOVE BEADUCATION! and you of course.

[@JenniferMitchell77]

Nicely done video, so informative! I've bought a lot of vintage jewelry, some that I want to polish up a bit. Got a dremel but needed to know what bits to use. This helped a LOT! Thanks!

[@jennebiunno6370]

super helpful!! thank you so much!

[@beaducation]

Thanks Jenne. Yeah Joe is awesome....he helps us a ton. Glad he is helping you :) oh and, if you wanna learn more, make sure to subscribe goo.gl/3ErJzq ...that is if you haven't already :)

[@beachglassgonewild]

WOW!! What a great, detailed instructional video! I was looking for an instructional video which explained the Radial Bristles. I have the silicone polishing wheels and wasn't 100% sure how to use them. I can't wait to purchase new polishing wheels!! Beaducation...Your videos rock!!

[@lynfors3527]

This was so informative and communicated so well. I knew they were all used for something, but to know exactly what, and when in the process is so exciting. Now maybe I will not be afraid to use my flex shaft! Thank you.

[@chancelester3632]

I'd recommend tagging Foredom in this video. I purchased a kit 6 months ago for woodwork and only just now found this video when searching for rock polishing info. Just my opinion. Thanks.

[@LindaMaeNot]

Wow. Fabulous. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge 🏆

[@maryellentanis5464]

Thanks Joe for a great video. I just dug out my Dad's dremel, and had no idea where to begin to use it for my jewelry making. This video has taught me so much. Can't wait to get home and pull out the dremel and start polishing........

[@beaducation]

Glad you found it helpful! More classes from Joe Silvera to come, he's great!

[@jamiconroy7841]

Great video!! Really helpful information!! Thanks a bunch!!

[@e2mster]

wow...thanks for such an informative video with such logical and detailed instructions...you just gave new life to my Dremel. Look forward to what others you may offer.

[@adona87]

Forgive me for sounding silly, but are these tools good for shaping/ polishing resin?

[@damaryguzman8246]

EXCELLENT. A+

[@MuhammadRasul-g1w]

Sir from where we can get this Dremel machine

[@beaducation]

we just get it from the local hardware store of big box chain store like Home Depot

[@HundredFrogsOne]

Thanks so much for this! I think I make a lot of the same mistakes as your students :D . . . going too fast, not getting all the scratches out before going on to the next grit. I often end up with a weird cloudiness to my pieces, too. This should help tremendously though.

[@Likeablelady1964]

Thank you for such an informational instructional video. I was curious about those bits, and feel like I have come away with a lot o useful information. I learned quite a bit.

[@cathyklim1328]

Thanks. I really learned a lot from this. How should lefties load the radials(using a dremel)? Is everything else the same for lefties?

[@Rumifor2000s]

Very helpful!! Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@robertaulet7000]

Great video. Helped me so much with polishing. Made a huge difference for me .

[@fippper]

This was very informative. Thank you so much for delivering it in such an organized manner.

[@maureenceo9422]

Omg I have been scoring everywhere for this info - thank you so very much!! Such a great help!

[@jeweledinspirations]

Great video! Even if I was drooling over the benches in the background. Learned alot! Thanks for Posting!

[@giannislymperopoylos5574]

MOST COMPLETE VIDEO IVE SEEN SO FAR....!!THE SPLIT MANDREL IS JUST AWESOME..I WAS WONDERING HOW YOU WILL MAKE IT WORK...AND SO MUCH MORE CONVENIENT AND LOW COST CAUSE YOU CAN USE NORMAL SANDPAPER SHEETS ...THAN THE SANDING DRUM....!!!ONE QUESTION THOUGH!! IF I WANT TO POLISH ALUMINIUM TO MIRROR FINISH...WITH A LARGE BUFFER...CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT BUFFING WHEEL(S) AND BUFFING COMPOUNDS TO USE AFTER I HAVE REACHED THE 2000GRIT SANDPAPER?I WANT SPECIFIC PRODUCTS CAUSE SOMETIMES SAME COLOR COMPOUNDS ARE FOR DIFFERENT KIND OF JOBS AMONG THE COMPANIES...!!I KNOW THAT ITS PROBABLY A 2 STAGE PROCEDURE AND THATS WHY THE PLURAL...!!!THANKS FOR SHARING....HAVE A GOODYEAR!!

[@beaducation]

Sorry Giannis, I don't have any experience with large buffing wheels or working with aluminum so I am unable to guide you further.

[@kennethboydsr3966]

Thanks for the lesson !!!!

[@beaducation]

Glad you liked it!

[@drewlauritzen9376]

In other words, are radial disks and silicone disks a substitute for felt wheels with compound, or must they still be used to achieve the highest finish possible?

[@beaducation]

It's just another way of polishing your metal. A great quick way to do it.

[@a.nik5647]

Awesome. So useful information. Never saw such a professional and detailed description. Thanks a lot

[@beaducation]

Thank you for your feedback. Glad it was helpful!

[@flyingcheff]

One question: I use a hammer hand piece to set some of my bezels. Sometimes I just can't get the marks from the setting smooth without getting THROUGH the thin gauge bezel wire- then its a throw away! What is the trick to get back to smooth after using a hammer handpiece?

[@beaducation]

Gabby Flying Chef Hi there. Can you give me a little more info? How are you using the hammer? Are you using it to push the bezel over?

[@mylanikai]

Thank you very much for your step by step process -- so very helpful !!

[@murigius1]

Great video! Lots of carefully crafted lessons on using these tools.

[@dorothymiller3367]

That was so informative. Thanks very much :)

[@ValerieWhittington]

Thanks a Bunch, now heading to the Hardware store now!!. great info

[@andrewtaylor5405]

Excellent demonstration of the basics :)

[@aidahosseinzadeh2663]

The best tutorial! It was really helpful thanks 🖤

[@ma1900bi1900]

Thank you is the good learning for me

[@franklabrake9552]

Excellent presentation - thanks so much. Would you use either red or black rouge on a muslin wheel on the Flex Shaft after the Green Radial, or would this be redundant? Thanks

[@beaducation]

+Frank LaBrake Hi Frank! I would say this is a designers choice. But, you're not going to see much difference in the final polish if you follow all of Joe's steps. Have a great day!

[@terrianderson185]

This is such an awesome video....I use your techniques daily and refer back to this video often. Since I use the flex shaft almost exclusively now for polishing, I find I'm in need of a good dust collector for those little airborne particles. Do you have any suggestions for a good dust and fume extractor?

[@beaducation]

Hi Terri! Happy to hear you've found this video helpful. Unfortunately we don't have a recommendation for a dust collector. We would recommend search for "bench top dust collector" in your favorite search engine. We do sell a Smoke/Fume Absorber, it is best used near your soldering area. Here's a link for you to check it out: www.beaducation.com/zen_products/5124-smoke-fume-absorber

[@jmddesigns1]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! This is just what I needed.

[@lenastiward8657]

Very comprehensive - just what I needed - thank you!❤

[@beaducation]

Glad it was helpful!

[@me2is1337]

how long does this method of polishing last against patina? does it last longer than compound polishing?

[@beaducation]

Hi! Thank you for your question. When you say "patina" are you referring tarnish? If so, there are many factors that come into play in the time that it takes for your metal to tarnish. You may want to seal the metal after polishing, or keep your jewelry in a dry place.

[@Akasha_Silver]

does anyone know where to purchase the (pen Polishers with compound inserts), I didnt see them on beadeducation

[@beaducation]

+Juan Valdez Hi Juan! You can find the Polishing Pins and Pin Holders can be found here: www.beaducation.com/product_categories/283-polishing-wheels-pins-cylinders Have a great day!

[@kimhuff]

And will those items work with the dremel and how to you find them. I have searched for stuff like that and can't find it.

[@beaducation]

+Kimberly Huff Hi Kimberly! You can find all the tools on our website, just follow this link: www.beaducation.com/online_classes/159-polishing-with-power-tools

[@cathyjosabol3863]

Great tutorial - exactly what I was looking for. I am new to silversmithing and the correct steps to follow have eluded me!!! Thank you for showing the process in steps!!! You are a great instructor - very detailed and easy to follow!

[@beaducation]

Thanks Cathy, yeah we agree, Joe is pretty much the best. Thanks for the feedback! :)

[@sherrykelaidis6135]

Great presentation, I learned quite a lot. Thank You.

[@rossknowles5608]

excellent work. great tutorial!

[@elizabethhastings8781]

I've been struggling w/getting a bright scratch free finish on ingot style pendants. This will help so much. Thank you for this video!

[@beaducation]

Glad it was helpful!

[@loopiewho]

OH my god this is so helpful thank you

[@g.m.5412]

This is such a great video, explains a subject and tools which can otherwise be confusing! Joe is good 🤩

[@beaducation]

Joe is pretty awesome, thanks for watching!

[@jaykay415]

Thank you, this was great!!

[@mohankrishnasamy1456]

Thanks. Mate

[@beaducation]

Glad it helped

[@valentino9367]

vorrei che fosse spigato in italiano

[@moonshinethics]

just curious where i could purchase the bits that are described in this video

[@beaducation]

You can find them here: www.beaducation.com/home/search?utf8=%E2%9C%93&x=0&y=0&qry=radial

[@Roy7..]

What a fantastic class! Thank you.

[@iwaxmodels247]

Great video, very helpful. Thanks joe

[@SandiRose2008]

A lot of useful information. Thank you!!!

[@DougTweak]

Very helpful, well done tutorial.Thank you.

[@user-dp9ui9rn8b]

Fantastic video! Learned a lot! Thanks,

[@TheOutdoorsDaddy]

what head should i put on if say im polishing keys on a clarinet?

[@beaducation]

Hi Andrew! I suppose it would depend on what material the keys are made out of, and how scratched they are. We specialize in jewelry making and are not familiar with this type of polishing. Good luck!

[@J0eCh0p]

Florida Outdoorsman toothbrush \^_^/

[@tylerholtz7802]

The silicon disk will work very nice for that

[@davidvarnadoe1686]

How well does a flex shaft work on rocks?(stones and minerals)?

[@beaducation]

Hi David, Thank you for the question. We are not familiar with using a Flex-Shaft for polishing stone and minerals. We would recommend contacting your local lapidary shop. Have a great day!

[@johnabbotts1706]

Very informative.

[@milangunther5562]

Thank you for a lot of information :)