How To Properly Use A Jewelry Polishing Machine

[@tenhats7036]

That is the first time i am told how to do it properly. Whenever i asked someone they always told me to just hold the piece to the buff. Now i know all about polishing and why it is done that way. Thank you

[@freyjabrigid]

I would really really appreciate a polishing series about buffs and compounds on the Foredom flexshaft!

[@codyhansen1887]

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[@petraspigt]

How do you polish the inside of the bracelet?

[@laurelmountain9469]

Thanks! I'm a fairly young jeweler (13), and I'm thinking about starting to set up my own studio! This was really helpful, you're my go-to place for all of my supplies!

[@RioGrande1944]

You are so welcome! That is excellent news. We have a ton of videos you can watch to help you grow as an artist.

[@laurelmountain9469]

@@RioGrande1944 Hi! I'm 15 now and have my studio set up, and i have to say the polishing machine is my best investment so far!

[@michaelburry8332]

Hey Rio Grande, you should know that videos like this are what made you my favorite go-to place for my project supplies and equipment. I hope you keep making quality support videos like this in the future, they add to your brand *SO MUCH* . Thank you for these! 👍

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[@RioGrande1944]

Thank you so much for watching and supporting 🙂

[@RobertoPerez-lr6hm]

Great video! I love how you stress the "safe zones" on the buffer. I had not heard anyone instruct on that, bravo! I would have loved it even more, if you had talked about compounds and rouges along the way. I'm a real novice and I'm still trying to get that right.

[@RioGrande1944]

Thank you!

[@iliakovalev5097]

Thank you! I set up a micromechanics hobby shop at my place and am learning these skills by myself. Your videos help me a lot. I will try these tricks tomorrow, polishing miniature motorcycle frames. Thank you ❤

[@dineshrewari9216]

Very Professionally and Efficiently explained the processes

[@testingti]

I have a question if i wanted to do enamel grillz what sequence should I do?

[@Hissingcash123]

12 minutes is an amazingly concise time to cram all of what you crammed into this video. Gz

[@jcar469]

I get the 3 step process but what type of compound to use for each step? Which 1 to use 1st, 2nd & 3rd? What r the differences on compounds? Thanks

[@RioGrande1944]

Hi, we used Luxor by Merard compounds in this video. The order was Pink, White, and Orange. The differences in aluminum oxide abrasive material are 6.5 microns, 0.3 microns, and 0.1 microns respectively. Here is a chart that explains the differences in all of the Luxor compounds, ow.ly/grv750Hivwe. We hope this helps, you can find the compounds by clicking on the links below, and please let us know if you have any other questions. Luxor® by Merard Pink Polishing Compound ow.ly/2wer50FRbsr Luxor® by Merard White Polishing Compound ow.ly/ypxC50FRbt2 Luxor® by Merard Orange Polishing Compound ow.ly/yYZf50FRbtu

[@terricoffey5550]

Can you explain the three compounds you are using?

[@ginarosado4475]

Thanks for this video! I just got a job as an apprentice jeweler and this was very helpful. 💕

[@RioGrande1944]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck!!

[@ilovelucy311]

Very informative...thank you! Question: you mentioned cross-contaminating your wheel by not washing your piece first. Would it be necessary to change your finger protectors also or is that getting too picky?

[@willaminaviolet]

I was thinking the same thing. I think it makes sense. The compound easily transfers to your piece if you have the slightest bit on your fingers, etc.

[@ginaestabrooks8342]

You are an amazing instructor. Thank you for all of the information, especially the safety info!

[@RioGrande1944]

You are welcome!

[@alissaschlafley7210]

All I’m trying to figure out is how to keep the small pieces of stainless steel part from jumping all over because the wheel and how hard to press it against the wheel.

[@korneliajewelry]

Thank you for making this video! It was super helpful :) I used a polishing machine in school years ago, but only now have one in my own studio and I needed to refresh my memory before safely using the polishing machine :D

[@RioGrande1944]

Glad it was helpful, we enjoy your videos too!

[@harjitkanda5101]

Sir, can you let me know all polishing stuff, machine, box, rake, buff from where and which one, i should buy ? If all things are available on princess auto then also let me know?

[@jacehomec6309]

The last 3 steps in the video, polish demonstration, can you name the 3 colors used from start to finish please :)

[@Rdn55]

love the video!!! I came across 2 rio grande learning videos (im new to your channel) and 10/10.

[@RioGrande1944]

So glad you found us!

[@felixf5211]

Thank you for this video. Learned a lot. I'd planned on buying a polishing motor, thinking that the one I put together is too big. Apparently not. It's a 4-pole 1/2hp, continuous, dual ball bearing Craftsman motor from 1944 that pulls 9 amps from the socket. (I restore vintage machinery, not a jewler). Now the plan is to take the funds allocated to that purchase and buying some quality mops instead. Still not sure which compound and polish would be best for steel.

[@wormemc]

Where can I get the finger protectors?

[@shawnali5935]

What is the name of this polishing machine?

[@RioGrande1944]

it is the Dura-Bull polishing cabinet linked in the bottom of the video :)

[@tijmeng8550]

Which machine are you using here ? Thanks in advance!

[@roslyngomez3369]

Thank you so much for this valuable information. I had forgotten the safety steps to polishing.

[@lyshieB]

Ohh, I never had a rake. Is that why I couldn't get my wheel to polish any good?

[@beautifulfacesskincare]

Excellent video, thank you. Do you teach classes or 1-on-1?

[@RioGrande1944]

Thank you for the comment. Please visit www.riogrande.com/jewelry-making-classes/ for info on our classes.

[@davidsonviray1403]

hi, may i ask because the caseback of my seiko 5 have a single deep scratch though it's not noticeable since it is on the caseback, do you think it can be repaired? and how much do you think it will cost? just wondering if you have any idea :)

[@charciammaichella5957]

Yes, what compounds?

[@melvynsigaran8608]

Hi Rio grande I would like to know the brand and model of that Buffing Machine 🙏 🙏?

[@RioGrande1944]

Thank you for the question. Here is a link to the product: ow.ly/LnVw50FRaV9

[@melvynsigaran8608]

@@RioGrande1944 thank you so much

[@synchronicity1470]

for those of us on a budget, what buffing wheels & mops can we use on a standard bench grinder? Is it a conversion kit or as simple as using the right polishing/buffing wheels? Has anybody done this? Any and all info would be appreciated. Thanks!!

[@dosaindiyouli8125]

Thank you a lot for sharing your knowledge with us. Sometimes, I just wonder what kind of teachers I have here in my jewelry school, really.

[@Treefiddy35054]

what compounds are you using in this video?

[@hiramabiff5557]

theyre all luxor products

[@FurqanH]

@@hiramabiff5557 but which compounds? U used 3 can u tell me which ones are those?

[@caratcrazyjewellers]

could someone please explain what he meant when talking about cutting compounds and cross contaminating them? I am trying to learn and i don't understand.

[@RioGrande1944]

MMO we will get you a professional response from our tech team!

[@RioGrande1944]

MMO sorry for the delay in response, our Tech Team says, When polishing, you start with an aggressive compound. This is aggressive enough to remove heavy scratches and gets imbedded into the buff. If you use the same buff with a finer compound you will still have the grit in the wheel but your trying to remove the scratches from the first step with a finer grit . Unfortunately there is still some of that grit in the wheel. So you use a new wheel with a different compound. Here is the rub, that doesn’t completely eliminate the issue. There could still be grit down in the detail of the piece or up under prongs or somewhere on the piece. If you don’t completely clean the piece, that grit now gets imbedded in your buff your trying to use to remove the scratches from with the first step. This could be a reason you struggle getting a really fine polish and the reason you still see fine scratches. If you clean the piece completely between steps. You no longer risk getting that grit from the last step on your piece. This leads to better finishes and fewer tiny scratches left over from the last steps. Clean between steps and you will not have that cross contamination. Think of it like washing your muddy car. You wash it and get all the mud off with a rag. You can see the mud in the rag. That’s not the rag you would put the wax on with because it wont give the best polish. Its dirty. You use a clean rag. (cross contamination). Separate wheels and clean between steps! Thanks for watching and we hope this response was helpful!

[@velafresh]

I see what compound you used on the first wheel but what about the compounds for the 2nd and 3rd buff wheel. Where they different compounds and if so can you list what they where by adding some links to the product?

[@shadowofahedgehog7139]

You will see everything at this link: www.merard.com/en/polishing-compounds-and-buffing-mops-wheels/how-to-polish-and-gloss-jewel-gold-silv

[@annwaters9484]

years ago when I started making jewelry, I was told to only use a 1725 rpm motor to buff and polish silver, but I see many people using 3450 rpm motors. Which is correct? I no longer have my 1725 motor but now have a 3450 rpm motor. Can I use it to buff and polish silver or will it burn it? and...I used to use a ring clamp to polish my pieces but don't see anyone using them anymore. Is there a reason for using the finger covers instead? Thank you!

[@RioGrande1944]

Hello Ann, we will submit your questions over to our Tech Team to ensure that we get you the most accurate response.

[@RioGrande1944]

Hello Ann, we spoke with our Tech Team and they said 34501 RPM motors are the norm, and work well, without any problems. To answer your other question they said if you are using the ring holders because they get hot then perhaps you should have a bowl of water nearby to dip the rings into because excessive heat can contribute to firescale or firestain. We hope theses answers were helpful! Please let us know if you have any other questions.

[@Dave-zl2ky]

I would love to see you do a piece of silverware sometime. Thanks for the video, very helpful.

[@RioGrande1944]

Hi, we actually do have a video about polishing silverware from the silver restorationist, Jeff Herman. In this video he polishes a silver bowl, but it would work for other types of silverware too. Hope it helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGSrdXSHd81gg6s

[@Dave-zl2ky]

@@RioGrande1944 I have been polishing silverware almost every day since I wrote that comment a year ago using compounds from your company. Works great. Thank you.

[@apurvadutta8548]

Sir I would really appreciate if u could name what type of compound used in polishing.

[@RioGrande1944]

In this video we used Luxor by Merard polishing compounds. The order was Pink, White, and Orange. You can check them out here: Luxor® by Merard Pink Polishing Compound ow.ly/2wer50FRbsr Luxor® by Merard White Polishing Compound ow.ly/ypxC50FRbt2 Luxor® by Merard Orange Polishing Compound ow.ly/yYZf50FRbtu

[@simrantamang1029]

this one is my favourite work.

[@flyingcheff]

I'm surprised how ragged/furry with long threads your mops are. Those threads cause scratches. Would love a video about the various available mops, what's good for what, what about impregnated mops, etc. Hey, where is the change your filter video?

[@mikicro1983]

Finally started with this, thank you🙌

[@mikicro1983]

No questions, thanks ! Great and informative!

[@RioGrande1944]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Bikeops2021]

Beginner... Great video thanks 🇬🇧

[@cohoorcas]

This is so helpful. You are wonderful.

[@palletcolorato]

Thx for posting. I'm just starting out.

[@JDRichard]

Where did you get the finger cots

[@RioGrande1944]

Hi you can get those at Rio Grande by clicking on this link, ow.ly/ufUt50EdypF

[@JDRichard]

@@RioGrande1944 Thanks and excellent video. I repair vintages pocket watches and loved the polishing lesson:

[@melindawilliams1833]

Very well explained and illustrated. Thank you!

[@stephen271]

Thank you sir this was a great video on buffing and very well explained 👍

[@milinddevrukhkar9122]

95 touch silver which polish best dialex best luxor best

[@napoleonbuenrostro8891]

great video, fantastic teacher

[@RioGrande1944]

We are so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@santoshbasnet6633]

I need for polishing job

[@karensuesmith7588]

Very good video thank you I’m learning

[@RioGrande1944]

Hello, thank you for watching, we appreciate the support!

[@DOWNTOWNFOOTBALLSHOW]

tx for the tip

[@RioGrande1944]

We are always happy to help, thanks for watching! 🙂

[@carats1976]

Great video!!!!!!

[@RioGrande1944]

We're glad you enjoyed it! Be sure to check out more here - we're always adding new videos for you!

[@williamburkhalter3005]

Great video, thank you

[@jamesmuthukui9355]

Nice job keep it up

[@mohammedegyptian2527]

bravo

[@davegilman6858]

John, just watched you polishing video. All good except you never mention the name or number of the compounds you are using.

[@RioGrande1944]

They are linked in the caption under the video!

[@MdAlamin-er2ov]

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[@sagarmondal6254]

Video nice

[@RioGrande1944]

Thank you! We are glad you like it!

[@Lightness108]

Nice class, super! Thanks... 🧚‍♀️🌺🌼🌹💎👍

[@TheNailArtist]

Where can I buy those finger gloves? Thanks!!

[@handpicked]

Search Finger Guard on Rio Grande's website

[@MICASA1121]

What compounds are you using?

[@RioGrande1944]

Hi there! In the first cut, we are using www.riogrande.com/product/luxor-by-merard-pink-polishing-compound/331150 with this buff www.riogrande.com/product/Merard-MB-Cotton-Buff-6-x-42-Ply/330384. In the second: www.riogrande.com/product/luxor-by-merard-white-polishing-compound/331154 with this buff www.riogrande.com/product/Merard-STV-Cotton-Buff-6-x-81-Ply/330386. In the final, www.riogrande.com/product/luxor-by-merard-orange-polishing-compound/331151 with this buff www.riogrande.com/product/Merard-MOC2-Cotton-Buff-6-x-26-Ply/330388. Hope this helps!

[@danishansari3512]

Hi

[@RioGrande1944]

Hello! Thank you for watching!

[@girjeshsingh44]

My policy work since 11 years

[@katipua5122]

👍 👍 👍....

[@girjeshsingh44]

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[@BapiGouda-x1k]

I,am, polishing work gold,and, dimond I,am, Indian boy,job, please help me

[@ChipLinck]

"a dust mask. Make sure it is rated for particulate use." Shows us a Non-Particulate mask. (That's what the N stands for.)

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[@hayfire2]

You forgot to show the viewers the final product. What's up with that?

[@RioGrande1944]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@mullenb1970]

Super helpful, thank you