Forming a Cuff Bracelet with the Bonny Doon Hydraulic Press

Join renowned jeweler Phil Poirier as he demonstrates how to shape a sterling silver, 12-gauge lattice-work bracelet blank into a stunning and beautifully curved anticlastic cuff bracelet. For this project, Phil uses a Bonny Doon hydraulic press, an anticlastic bracelet-forming die set and a square of urethane. Learn how to properly shape the metal without distorting its shape, pattern or texture.
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[@dianneharris2234]

Where do I purchase this pierced silver

[@faustinomartinez6744]

Excelente

[@dodi1010]

right now with the technology that we have this is easily produced by metal 3d printing, some machines are able to produce hundreds of pieces daily! and of different materials as well!
still what you have shown is skilfull and i admire your designs

[@farooqalikhan8400]

Very nice sir

[@arbor_rose]

Interesting pattern on the blank used. What's the source for that blank? Is it sold through RioG?

[@riogrande356]

That bracelet blank was CNC milled and unfortunately at this time, we do not offer this.

[@1616tony]

Have you ever bent stainless steel?

[@RioGrande1944]

Hi Antonio, Thanks for your question. Yes, the Bonny Doon hydraulic press can do stainless steel bracelets. Our Jewelry Tech Team would say that 18 gauge would be the threshold, but that is not a hard rule. Hope this helps!

[@1616tony]

Which press and what accessories should i buy?

[@RioGrande1944]

Hi Antonio, You can connect with one of our Agents via live chat right now, if you like. Visit www.riogrande.com/ and click on the chat in the upper right corner.