Re: Torch for Jewelry

randyh@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
 wrote:
> I'm a beginner in metal-worked jewelry. Up to now I've been using cold
> joints. I'd like to try some soldered/brazed pieces. Everyone I talk
> to says I should get one of the versions of the 'Tiny Torch'. I am on
> a limited budget. I have a Victor J-28. It's a light duty brazing /
> welding torch about 6" long. 

Are you using Oxy/acetylene, oxy/propane, or just acetylene?

> The main difference I see between the two
> is the orifice size of the tips. The smallest 000 tip on the Victor
> is .022 where the smallest tip (#1) on the TT is .006. The 000 tip is
> equivalent to the #4 TT tip (.020). 

_If_ you're using oxy/acetylene a smaller tip will probably be of use.

I would get a pure acetylene torch (like a Prestolite)
before getting a Little-Torch.  I use my oxy/acetylene little torch
for fusing mostly, using the Prestolite for hard soldering/brazing.

> I'm not trying to repair points on
> a gemstone mount. I'm building relatively heavy metal jewelry akin to
> what's on the cover of this months Jewelry Artist mag. Will the Victor
> work for my needs or do I need to bite the $130 dollar bullet

A pure acetylene torch is less than half that.  They work very well
for larger pieces.  You won't even have to order it; they will have
one at your welding shop.

> for the
> TT? - Thanks
> 
> Randy