Silversmithing TOOLS I use constantly and can't live without!

[@pkgoldopalhunting]

great tips for the beginner

[@stevenb7319]

Dremel makes a quick release collet for cut off discs and tons of other accessories. I have found the spring loaded function makes changing worn accessories so much easier. It’s fairly inexpensive and good quality.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I agree! Dremel is great too and with new additions and accessories it's an excellent alternative 😀 Any good rotary tool with flex shaft will be amazing

[@karenharries1985]

I love that you called your little mitre jig Henry. Mines called Mr Chompy. 😆😆😆

[@Javier-x3x]

Wish I had those finger protectors the other day. Got myself with the saw and damn that hurt! I'll be getting some of those soon. Great video! Thank you! 😃

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

True, they probably would have helped a little 🥹 Not sure how well they protect from cuts like these, but definitely would've slowed that blade down 😁

[@kimauger4293]

I have been using the Nano blades since Thanksgiving and I’m hardly breaking blades anymore. I bought my mitre jig used and I love it!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Right?? They're perfect! :) And mitre jig is amazing, so useful

[@carolynpitts2053]

Enjoyed the information...I have alot of the tools you talked about...but there's a couple I don't...but I am going to be looking for them...thank you so much...and I agree if you spend a little more for a better grade of tool...you will be more satisfied with it and have use of it a lot longer

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Exactly! Sometimes it's completely fine to get something cheap and it'll be great. But some things need to be of good quality and therefore worth the money 💰 Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@catherinemartina6469]

I had a flex shaft, and I felt like it was stiff and hard to maneuver. I am going to go with a micromotor in the future. either gesshwein or Peppe tools has has a really high-quality micro motor

[@scottbenson8105]

I have a Swanstrom ring bending tool it’s handheld and each side is interchangeable with a 2.5, 4, 6, 7 and 9.5 mm ends

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oooh, that sounds great! I need to check it out 😀

[@bethmccoy7482]

​@@TheArtOfMetalsmithingwhat is the brand of the ring bending tool you have? Both if you dont mind sharing!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

@@bethmccoy7482 my ring bender is by Pepetools 😀

[@nancyclegg3554]

Thank you for sharing the your knowledge. If I may ask you a question. I am a complete novice in this craft. Can you advise how to practice with copper first? To solder copper do I use a copper solder ? I ask bc when I look to buy solder for copper it’s all silver color. Also can copper be pickled. And one last question when using liver of sulfur can the stone be set and then patina or patina b4 putting stone in bezel thank you in advance for your time.

[@Veronicaflower]

I'm so interested in learning a skill like this. It would be awesome if you offered a course where you start from the very beginning! 🩵

[@catherinemartina6469]

I had a flex shaft, and I felt like it was stiff and hard to maneuver. I am going to go with a micromotor in the future.

[@melaniec350]

Hi Basia! Great video! Do you have a link for the holding clay you are talking about and the cone you use to hold your attachments pleaaaase ? 🥰

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Hi! Thank you so much for watching 🥰 I don't have it here right now, but it's called HoldIt Clay and you can get it from Pepetools and perhaps other shops 🙏 I hope you'll be able to find it ❤️ I'll add the link later, when I'm back 🙏

[@melaniec350]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing thanks Basia! That's very nice of you 🥰

[@adrienehamilton6679]

Could you please specify the exact size and model of the knew concepts saw? Thanks 🙏

[@Paullebbon]

I have lived in Vietnam for over 20 years and I cannot buy some of the things you suggest, especially good saw blades, mine break like they are made of tissue paper. 😞 Great video as always, you inspire me every time to keep trying. Thank you so much for making your videos.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oh no, that must be quite frustrating 😞 I'm guessing ordering from abroad probably means high shipping fees and perhaps some customs. I hope that at least some good saw blades will become available at some point 🙏

[@Paullebbon]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Ordering from abroad is frustrating as things go missing or customs demand high taxes, making the purchase no longer worth it. Things do pop up locally from time to time, and I buy them quickly. You are so lucky for being able to buy Pepe tools, they look top quality. Have a great weekend.

[@jewelrescue]

This is so useful, thanks Basia! I still haven’t used my pendant motor yet 🙈 I need to learn what it can do and how to do it! Do I need a mask and goggles?! 💕♻️

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Absolutely! Please do use goggles and a mask, protect yourself ❤️ It only takes a split second to get something in your eye. So goggles are essential. You should totally try using it! It's simple and fun to use 🥰 And very helpful! Can't wait for you to give it a go 😀

[@jewelrescue]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing thanks so much! I need to watch some videos as I don’t know what all the attachments are for yet 🙈🤣

[@PhoenixCreationsKaTyJs]

Basia you missed one! The most important “tool” or rather “helping hand” the most important of them all! The one who holds the camera now and then and helps do the filming when you’re in front of camera and so much more 😊😊😊😊……Jarek! 💍

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Awww, thank you!! You're so sweet 🥰😍 Jarek has always shown a great support with my channel and work, I'm very appreciative ❤️

[@PhoenixCreationsKaTyJs]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing it means so much when your other half loves what you do and is there to help when needed - my hubby often peeks over my shoulder to see what I’m up to. Before we even weeny out the first time he is ex military and the. Was a home carer in the community and was my grans end of life carer he would ask the family if he could peek under the beading mat I used to cover my work at my grans to see what I was creating when he and how work colleague were tending to my gran in the evening. Everyone swears my gran had a ulterior motive before she passed away! We were married the following year!

[@Jevfandrew]

Hi Basia! Your videos has been so so helpful. Question, where did you get your pendant motor hanger? Thanks a bunch!!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it ❤️ I'm pretty sure I got mine from Cooksongold in the UK, it's very sturdy and I've been using the same one for years

[@Jevfandrew]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing great thanks so much! 😀

[@catherinemartina6469]

Can you suggest which files may be the best files?

[@nancyclegg3554]

What supplies do you recommend for beginner. Not tools. Supplies. What metals and gauges thank you

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

here's a metal starter pack video I made in the past, but it's VERY old! I'm currently working on a new version. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZqugqKPoc-Yoacsi=EKKdxW12VFIgQ-Nq

[@nancyclegg3554]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithingtysm.

[@miekemanders6598]

Hi. Thank you for your vidéo. Would you tell me the brand of the sawblades you are speaking about please ? I have this New Concept saw for years and have nothing but troubles with the sawblades. They keep coming loose a million times while I'm sawing. Because sometimes they stay suddenly for weeks I still did'nt buy another saw. They are quite expensive. Then it starts again, they cone off and it drives me crazy. I avoid to make pièces with a lot of sawing 😢 Do you recognise this problem ? Maybe I could try other sawblades. I live in France, maybe you have the adresse in Europe) for good sawblades. Thank you very much in advance. Mieke

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Sorry, I haven't seen your comment. I never had this issue before, the saw blades I use are by Pepetools (they're called Nano saw blades). I think they're sold in the UK, you'd need to check if they're sold in France or somewhere in Europe. Other ones I used before and was happy with were Super Pike I believe (or Swiss made saw blades are very good). I hope you won't have this issue anymore. Make sure you also flip your frame and remove any saw dust that gathers in the little hole, it may affect how well the blade is being held there. I always flip my frame once a day and shake it or tap it several times, the dust falls out this way 👍

[@miekemanders6598]

Thank you so much. I will try to find the sawblades. And thanks for the tip of cleaning. But I do that every time. First now the blades and than see what happens. Thanks again. You're very kind. Have a wonderful day. 🍀Mieke

[@miekemanders6598]

Wonder if you react to messages ? Thank you.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I'm not sure what you mean?

[@miekemanders6598]

​@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Goodevening. Underneeth I asked a question but maybe I'm not patient enough.. If so I'm sorry, there are so many questions to answer. Its about the knew concept saw and the sawingblades you're reccomending.. Thank you so much.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

​@@miekemanders6598sorry, I haven't seen your message. I've replied now

[@appelloperiltibetyeshenorb2624]

don't buy all those strange tools, ost of them are utterly unuseful!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

They're all very useful 👍 However it does depend on the needs of the maker and what projects they have. I believe anyone watching this will have some common sense to be able to tell which ones may be useful for them 😉

[@kimauger4293]

I have many of the tools that are covered and they are some of my most used tools.

[@catherinemartina6469]

Can you suggest which files may be the best files?