How to repair fix a gold link chain

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[@rendaowe]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge like that! It was just what I needed.

[@simonzjewelry]

Thank you

[@Angel___00888]

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

[@katebjrnskov5247]

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

[@MidastouchJewels]

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

[@goldschmidtcompany431]

Aloha from Hawaii Very nice work

[@simonzjewelry]

Hello from Illinois, thank you!

[@adam68niou1eve]

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

[@simonzjewelry]

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.

[@alfredobrown]

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

[@Reyes.2100]

I just for mine fixed for $15

[@sirridok]

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

[@simonzjewelry]

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.

[@user-mv7vj6ip2f]

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

[@leahallysonlittle388]

Amazing job ✨

[@simonzjewelry]

Thank you!

[@liag3526]

The first tool you used in the beginning what is that called ?

[@simonzjewelry]

scissors for jewelers

[@marisamoeller1718]

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

[@simonzjewelry]

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

[@funfunyo7523]

Nice seamaster

[@simonzjewelry]

Thank you!

[@jctoo9756]

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

[@simonzjewelry]

Yes it can!

[@jctoo9756]

@@simonzjewelry Thank you for your reply.

[@angeloincorvaia4862]

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]

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]

@@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]

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

[@XxGaMBLeRR]

Do you need like welding glass to use that torch ?

[@georgecroney6168]

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

[@simonzjewelry]

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

[@Trustn01718]

Would there be a noticeable difference after repair with a bigger link chain. Miami cuban link? I'm not sure if they are going to cut from the end and attach the lock back or remove links. Getting my 26"cut to a 24

[@simonzjewelry]

Unique L. Valdez Sorry for the late response. No if they cut it carefully and solder it properly, there should not be any visible difference.

[@simonzjewelry]

repair should not be visible, that is the difference between a good craftsmen and not.

[@annatakada5587]

Can i used lighter to melt gold? Thank you

[@simonzjewelry]

I don’t think it has enough heat.

[@ChadLuciano]

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

[@Chloe_thefoxstudios]

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

[@simonzjewelry]

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

[@andrew_hacks4533]

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

[@simonzjewelry]

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

[@davidmendoza4168]

what is the name of the tool you are using?

[@simonzjewelry]

Not sure which tool you’re talking about there are scissors tweezers locking tweezers and a soldering pick , torch of course.

[@EivinSukoi]

@@simonzjewelry hands , fingers 😂

[@Doorpost]

@@EivinSukoi Yes 🙌🏻 hands and fingers are the Best tools … Agreed!

[@mikael0868]

how long does the chain last after the repair?

[@simonzjewelry]

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

[@TheAzimvs]

What? You can't apply solder to gold

[@kurt7911]

It’s gold solder made for this purpose

[@happytime1418]

It's not ah gold chain it's only silver

[@simonzjewelry]

it is a 14k white gold chain

[@Doorpost]

White gold is Not Silver!

[@addloosta]

SOLDER! NOT FUCKING SODDER!