Stone Setting 101: Talon Claws | Jewellery Tutorials | GWS

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In this video I go through the steps I take to so talon-shaped claws. We're working on a decorative four claw diamond solitaire ring that I have handmade in our workshop.
The client had a good idea of what they were looking for and these talon claws were specifically requested. They have a bit more direction and add a little detail to this classic style of ring.
Please excuse that some of the footage is a bit overexposed (this setting process was recorded a month or two ago) but hopefully you're able to see what I'm talking about when I explain the steps and, as usual, take something away that you can use on your bench, in your manufacturing process.
Setting can feel intimidating and it makes sense because, of course, there is a lot at stake but it's incredibly rewarding to be able to be fully involved in each stage of the creation of a piece and a very useful skill to have. So, I always encourage those who have not tried it to explore it.
Let me know what you think or if you have any questions? We'd love to hear from you. If you're new here and you're into this kind of thing, why not consider subscribing?
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Once again thank you for tuning in and bearing with us through the recent hacking! Both Damia and myself are so happy to be back. See you in the next video! Have a great week!
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Jaco & Damia
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3 окт 2024

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@beckystringer5177 22 дня назад

Brilliant video super clear thank you, I'm learning different types of settings but am a bit intimidated by it all, you help take some of the mystery out it for me

@jacothejeweller 22 дня назад

@@beckystringer5177 thanks for being here - I’m so glad our videos adds value.

@rosjs 25 дней назад

❤

@emy_themua2015 25 дней назад

Can I plz ask you to do a video on actually making settings themselves I feel so disappointed at the moment particularly with prong settings because I feel like I get the technical aspect & I know what to do but it never comes to fruition it always goes wrong some how and a double gallery basket setting is something that I really want to learn or just any prong setting. Something that might really help to is to have some kind of recommended wire thickness for the side of the stones, so let say you have a 8mm round stones then best to use a 1.2mm wire etc like something on your insta highlights to refer to for that would be super helpful 🙏 so glad to have you guys back thanks for the vid ❤

@jacothejeweller 22 дня назад

It’s difficult to know exactly what to suggest because there are so many variables depending on the project but a few things I take into consideration is the size of the stone (of course) and then the metal (if it’s silver, I would want to scale up the claws to account for the softness of the metal) and the customer’s lifestyle (will they be wearing this ring all the time? Are they heavy handed / how do they wear their jewellery) or, if it’s a pendant / earrings vs a ring then there will be a difference in what the setting will be exposed to in terms of wear and tear, I might make adjustments but it is important that it’s proportional. I like to go fractionally thicker with my claws - to give it that extra bit of life. I will speak with Damia about editing a video highlighting the making of the setting, or a video focussing more on these things - thank you for your suggestion and please keep going, I know how frustrating it can be but it’s all worth it in the end. 🌞

@emy_themua2015 22 дня назад

@@jacothejeweller that’s very useful thank you I know with rings lifestyle is particularly important. My focus is on settings/rings because I would love to get into bridal, engagement rings etc, out of everything I’ve tried so far this is the thing that’s giving me the most hassle, for lack of a better word 😂 don’t worry tho I’m not giving up on anything, I’m like a dog with a bone with this stuff until I get it right, I was at the bench till 10pm last night filing notches 🤭 The most frustrating thing about teaching yourself is there’s no one there to say “if you used this instead of this it’s a lot easier” or “just move it over that way and it will be prefect” I think that’s the reason I was getting so frustrated that day. I feel like I’m close tho and soon hopefully I’ll have “ah ha” moment and it’ll all work out, 🙈 keep your fingers crossed for me 🥹🙏

@5ignadesigns 21 день назад

Thanks for sharing the story of this ring with us. I love watching your videos, there's always something to learn.

@johnsmalldridge6356 24 дня назад

Great video with great information as always. I’ve done talon claws with files and preshaped them before setting. I’ve also used gravers, but lately I’ve been using files combined with fine grade hard silicone wheels from Eve to shape them.

@The_circular_square 18 дней назад

You for sure do the best tutorial style videos I’ve ever seen in our industry. Don’t ever quit doing this!

@jacothejeweller 18 дней назад

@@The_circular_square we are here for the long run - thank you for being a part of it all.

@itonjoans354 22 дня назад

How can you use a file after the stone is in place, how do you avoid scratching the stone?

@jacothejeweller 22 дня назад

@@itonjoans354 diamonds won’t scratch unless you are using a diamond file - have a look at my latest instagram post @ ‘jacothejeweller’ - we talk more about just that

@anwarmutlu 20 дней назад

Hello, can you help me find a job? I am from Morocco and I am a jewelry maker. Thank you

@jacothejeweller 20 дней назад

@@anwarmutlu if you have the right to work and stay on the UK and you are good at what you do, you will always be in demand. The work will find you 👍🏻