Benchwork
The Essential Skills of Jewelry Making
Benchwork - Basics
The Essentials
Start here to get a general foundation. From wire and sheet making to cutting, shaping, soldering, filing, and polishing.
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Main Stone Setting
Take an in-depth look at professional stone setting, master bead, claw, V, tab and bezel settings across a wide range of stone shapes.
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Side Stone Setting
Master the art of pavé, channel, and shared prong settings to create secure and elegant, accent stone designs.
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Precision Soldering
Learn advanced techniques for jewelry assembly, stone-safe soldering, head attachment, prong repair, and much more.
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Surface Preparation
Go more in depth on Refining surfaces with precision micro files, micro abrasives, and rotary tools.
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Precision Polishing
Master precision polishing techniques using specialized micro tools to achieve the flawless finishes expected in fine jewelry.
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Plating
Learn professional electroplating techniques to safely apply beautiful, durable, and protective metal finishes that enhance the appearance and longevity of fine jewelry.
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Surface Texturing
Create stunning surface effects using professional techniques such as brush finishes, matte finishes, oxidation, and decorative texturing.
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Mass Finishing
Discover professional mass finishing methods that improve surface quality, reduce labor, and prepare jewelry for final finishing.
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