Solder Block Review-Metalsmithing Tool Talk

There are so many soldering blocking to choose from when silver smithing. In this video I talk about three different types. Links are listed below👇
1. Vermiculite Solder Block-www.riogrande.com/product/ska...
2. Honeycomb solder block-etsy.me/3jtS6vE
3. Charcoal Solder block-www.beaducation.com/p/2195-je...
I’ve been told that the charcoal block will break and to bind it with steel wire to hold it together to prevent breakage.

[@samuellaramsey5963]

Thanks so much for breaking this down! Love and appreciate your videos!

[@rebeccahb1268]

Very helpful video! FYI I read somewhere to take your vermiculite block outside, find a fairly smooth patio or sidewalk, lay it gently on the surface then slide it in circles in two directions. Check your block , it’s like brand new! Perfect surface! Saves money too

[@thehautebohemian5753]

Rebeccah B Great tip!! Thanks for letting me know!

[@llesliemarquez]

Thank you so much ! This video is very helpful I almost bought the first to things but I think I will stick with the charcoal soldering block !🥰

[@christinabeanqueen]

Love your videos. Super informative. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! ❤️

[@peita]

Your videos are the best I’ve come across for learning. Why do you not post very often? 😭😭 would LOVE more content from you or if you teach classes online?

[@thehautebohemian5753]

Thank you! This is just a part time gig for me. Maybe in the future once I have more time on my hands ☺️

[@Katie-tn4id]

Thanks!

[@squashtomato7803]

Rio is SO costly. I love their stuff but I can’t afford the supplies through them. Do you have any other suggestions for ss wire etc? I can’t imagine what I’d have to charge to sell pieces to customers using rios supplies

[@thehautebohemian5753]

The price of silver is the highest it’s been in years. Honestly I use Rio because they have the cheapest cost of silver per Troy ounce I’ve found.