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At Forge Gone Conclusions, We specialize in "Forging Fine Jewelry" for your loved one for special occasions such as birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, etc. We design pieces using your input, source materials (typically using reclaimed metal), hand-forge them in our shop (located in the USA) and then gift wrap them so they are ready to go for you!
very well done, lord mark approved. although i disagree with the hard platinum solder thing, if you use 1400-1700 it shouldnt show much if at all when properly sanded and polished. ofc welding the same metal back is ideal but the solder comes very handy especially in construction or light soldering to avoid using gold and cross contaminating the metals.
The “I” could’ve been cleaner, but over all pretty dope. I have an idea for a nameplate, if you’d be willing to take a commission. Let me know if I should send a DM.
Thanks! Feel free to email us at support@fgconclusions.com with the info (word/words) and any specifications (size, material, etc). Will then contact you to discuss further.
Thanks! The cost is dependent on material type, size of stones, types of stones, and amount of work that needs to be done. For something like this, one can probably expect a minimum of $150 for a jeweler to even get started, but it can easily be much more depending on the different factors. For a ballpark, expect $150 - $500 for something like this in the video.
Unless the customer wants to do something different, typically, the metal type of clasp that is removed is replaced with the same metal type. For example, if we remove a 14K clasp, then we are replacing it with a 14K clasp. Also, both the old and new clasps are typically marked as such. If you are replacing it with a different type of clasp, it would be best to try to notate the chain as being something else - either a tag or something - so a future jeweler knows they are two different material types.
Prices can vary across regions, jewelers, and stone size/shape. A ballpark estimate for a replacement would be $200-$500. Typically, platinum is considered more durable and longer lasting than a white gold head.
Thanks!!! Definitely feel free to reach out to us! We would be happy to give you pointers or give you resources to help get you started!!! Keep the dream alive because the world can use more jewelers!!!
It depends on the stone type. Diamonds, sapphires, rubies, moissanites tend to be ok if set in silver and gold, but don't quench the piece after soldering (just leave it to cool). For most other stones, you risk damaging them from the heat.
Thanks for the compliment!!! Just keep making things and repairing jewelry as much as you can. In time, you will be equally as good!!!! Wishing you all the best!!! And if you ever need help or suggestions, reach out to us!
Beautiful. One thing though. The reason those rings were set that way is kind of neat. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. The reason they were set that way is the rising of their love and it only ends at death, the west.
Hey. Would you know how I could fix a ring it’s a heart stone shape and the prong on the bottom of the heart totally came off. It been bending back sence I got it and I went to a jewler and asked for it to be fixed and they said no it’s fine it’s how it’s supposed to be and told me to just not wear sweaters and to push it back myself when it comes up. But now it’s totally gone? If you can help that would be great.
Hi Sarah - I would find a different jeweler. At this point, the prong needs to be rebuilt. As long as it is a decent piece of jewelry (silver or gold), most jewelers will work on it. If it is cheap costume jewelry, I can see a lot of jewelers not wanting to work on it (because of the metal composition). If you want to send us some pictures, we can provide further information. Feel free to email us at "support@fgconclusions.com"
Pricing is going to vary widely based on size of the clasp as well as the metal type. Most jewelers will probably start at $35 for a smaller silver clasp, but it can go well over $150 for solid gold lobster clasps. We typically go by customer request as to if the metal type is matched or not as well as the type of clasp. Feel free to reach out to us if you would like us to quote it via our website.
Why would anyone in their right mind change from a highly secure form of clasp with historical significance to a cheaply made modern lobster clasp? I swear people don't know what to do with excess money sometimes.
Would it be hard to take a ring I have to a jeweler and have him change the diamond ? They are similar sizes both 8x6mm stones but one is 8.88x6.36 while the other is just 8x6.
You would want to take this to a jeweler and have them look at it. If the height of the stone is significantly larger, it might make it more of difference for an existing setting. Worse case, you might have to replace the head to accommodate a larger stone (especially if the head is worn). But, that type of task is pretty common for a jeweler.
Yes - it can be done. You would have to cut one of the chain links in half. One half gets attached to one side of the box clasp, the other side gets attached to the other side of the box clasp. Depending on your skill and the amount of metal, you can solder or laser it.
Googled how to replace a lobster claw clasp and this was the first result. Bent is not broken. Bending a piece of soft metal is not repairing a broken clasp. Might want to edit your title.
Thanks for the feedback!! Hoping you were able to find a video that talked about replacing it! Typically, if the lobster clasp needs to be removed/replaced, you would need to do it at where it meets the chain either directly or via a jump ring.
Yes, really I was looking for any clever ideas that did not require solder work. But honestly, that is the only correct way to do the replacement. I am more than capable of soldering anything, but I do not have the tools to solder gold. And the cost in tools to do a single repair is probably not worth it. Might just have to pay to have it done.
@@mikebarger138 Yes - the jump ring holding the lobster clasp to the chain is typically soldered. The only thing that I can suggest is if you have a thicker / less pliable jump ring and to make sure you have a flush fit where both ends of the jump ring meet together it might be an option. You would have to see the largest size of jump ring that the lobster claw could accommodate. But, you would also have to evaluate that solution vs what the chain is supporting in terms of weight.
We used 1mm in the video. It could probably go up to 2mm, but that is a guess. To cut metal, it does multiple passes through the metal until it reaches the required depth. But there will be a limit as to how deep it can go based on the cutter tool itself (even with multiple passes). You might want to contact Best Built directly and and ask them.
Not sure what you mean.... Diamonds can hold up against heat and also most of the brushes and tools -- that is why diamonds are one of the top choices of stones for durability purposes.
@@fgconclusionsthank you for your answer reply!I was asking like when you work with jewelry that has stones in them the one they can’t tolerate heat how you protect them
@@marnien1161 Hi @marnien1161 - Sorry for the delay, just saw this. The best bet is to remove the stones, do the work and then reset them. If you have access to a laser and are careful, you might be able to use the laser for repair on it.
What to do if the crasp is moved out of position a little bit, i tried putting sothing thick in the crasp hole to make the mechanism go to the position but i couldn't make it, csn you recommend me somthing
this vid was truly so good and i was on board all the way until he used easy solder on an important part of the ring with no other solder joins nearby, always its better to use as hard as possible to keep the strength and coloration consistant. great work and finish tho soldering aside.
with a clasp that worn down and ugly i wouldnt even pause or think about anything but a replacement then polish the whole thing properly so its back to being brand new. really handy tip tho for clasps that are in better condition and can still be used.
Hi Daniel - Thanks for your comment! There are different types of enameling options and processes. This is just one of them - it is an enamel ink that is being applied to these rings.
@@fgconclusions I was under the impression that enamel was a glass and therefore a resin is not an enamel. Is your enamel different from a painted antique?
Hi DANKG805 - Pricing is going to vary widely based on size of the clasp as well as the metal type. Most jewelers will probably start at $35 for a smaller silver clasp, but it can go well over $150 for solid gold lobster clasps. We typically go by customer request as to if the metal type is matched or not.
