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In this video, Prof. John Ahr demonstrates three ways to straighten wire with very simple tools. One of these three methods might be just what you need to salvage that wire in the bottom of your toolbox.
It's important when you're straightening wire to know how to preserve or enhance its characteristics. This video will show you how to maintain a wire's profile without work hardening it. Or, if you like, how to maintain a wire's profile while work hardening it. This may be necessary if you're trying to work harden a pin finding on a brooch or if you need a wire in a sculpture to be rigid.
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Bench Block - https://amzn.to/2zchUId
Rawhide Mallet - https://amzn.to/2OM8gRD
Pliers Set - https://amzn.to/2BayQ3k
Clamp-On Bench Vise - https://amzn.to/2Do49Jp
In this video, Prof. John Ahr demonstrates three ways to straighten wire with very simple tools. One of these three methods might be just what you need to salvage that wire in the bottom of your toolbox.
It's important when you're straightening wire to know how to preserve or enhance its characteristics. This video will show you how to maintain a wire's profile without work hardening it. Or, if you like, how to maintain a wire's profile while work hardening it. This may be necessary if you're trying to work harden a pin finding on a brooch or if you need a wire in a sculpture to be rigid.
If you like this video there are many more like it included in the Online Jewelry Academy's playlist. You can find the OJA's videos organized by category on our website at: http://www.onlinejewelryacademy.com
Subscribers to the OJA's YouTube channel have the option to receive regular notification of new OJA video releases. So, why not subscribe now? Be sure to click on the bell next to the subscribe button to turn on weekly notifications.
Don't forget to look for the OJA on:
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