Hello, after you modified the beading tool what are you using to make the bead? I hear something electrical powering it in the background is it a foredom drill?
I use a little fine diamond disc in my flexshaft/micromotor. You could use a sanding disc or the side of a separating disc. You can't really file it because beading tools are hardened and it'll bugger up your file unless you take the hardness out first.
I have a question about the modification of the beading tool. When you file the two edges flat, are you removing the all of the curve from the bead circle? So, you are left with ( )...to partial curves? Is there still the indent on the removed side that you are lining up for each impression? I hope this question makes sense. I couldn't quite see the finished tip on the video. I guess I am asking is do you completely remove the the partial curve, or are you just lowering it? thank you.
Yes, that is correct. you are removing part of the tip of the tool so essentially what you end up with looks like ( ). Two flat sides with a parenthesis at each end is the best I can explain it.
What machine are you using to impact the tool? Is it a standard pneumatic jeweler engraver machine? Is there a cheaper way to do this without doing it 100% manually?
I use a grs gravermax. Unfortunately, with that type of tool, there aren't really any worthwhile options that are inexpensive. I was hopeful about the new smartpro machine, but I just tried it at the Tucson show, and while it works, the power is fairly modest, and starts to drop significantly as you speed up the stroke rate. I think many would soon want to upgrade after getting a taste of that type of tool. You can always just use a traditional milgrain wheel and then use a modified beading tool to touch up the tight spots by hand.
One of the best tips I’ve seen in a long time. Thanks for sharing
Thank you, I'm glad you liked it!
This will help a lot of people, Paul. Good video!
Thanks Dellana! Happy New Year!
WOW! THANK YOU. I can't thank you enough.
What a PROFOUND difference! Thank you
Great video Paul!
Thanks!
More great stuff, Paul.
Thanks John.
What kind of abrasive wheel do you like to use to modify burs, burnishers or beading tools like this? This is incredible!
Great tip Paul ❤
Thanks a bunch Ken.
Thank you for sharing what a great tip and I’ll be trying this in the morning
LMK how it goes or if you have any questions after.
Wow, I needed just that! Thank you for sharing :)
Thank you very so much. 😁👍
You're welcome 😊
What is the power tool you connected the beading tool to
Hello, after you modified the beading tool what are you using to make the bead? I hear something electrical powering it in the background is it a foredom drill?
Excellent information, thank you.
Great video! Thanks for the up close video! I can see this one much better. Great tips! What do you use for modifying your beading tool?
I use a little fine diamond disc in my flexshaft/micromotor. You could use a sanding disc or the side of a separating disc. You can't really file it because beading tools are hardened and it'll bugger up your file unless you take the hardness out first.
Great tip! Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Very helpful! Thank you
You're welcome!
I have a question about the modification of the beading tool. When you file the two edges flat, are you removing the all of the curve from the bead circle? So, you are left with ( )...to partial curves? Is there still the indent on the removed side that you are lining up for each impression? I hope this question makes sense. I couldn't quite see the finished tip on the video. I guess I am asking is do you completely remove the the partial curve, or are you just lowering it? thank you.
Yes, that is correct. you are removing part of the tip of the tool so essentially what you end up with looks like ( ). Two flat sides with a parenthesis at each end is the best I can explain it.
@@paulsbench Thank you. I'm going to try it when I get back into the studio. I've never had much luck with the rolling tool.
Thanks.
What machine are you using to impact the tool? Is it a standard pneumatic jeweler engraver machine? Is there a cheaper way to do this without doing it 100% manually?
I use a grs gravermax. Unfortunately, with that type of tool, there aren't really any worthwhile options that are inexpensive. I was hopeful about the new smartpro machine, but I just tried it at the Tucson show, and while it works, the power is fairly modest, and starts to drop significantly as you speed up the stroke rate. I think many would soon want to upgrade after getting a taste of that type of tool. You can always just use a traditional milgrain wheel and then use a modified beading tool to touch up the tight spots by hand.
@@paulsbench perfect! Thank you for replying! Just starting out so that’s what I’ll do til I’m ready to make the purchase.
Great tip! Thank you.