Scissors?

[rmgreen]

I have seen at least one post as it regards scissor used in cutting out precious metal for inlays. I think "Mitch" made a recommendation of a brand/size etc. I have made several searches but come up empty.

 

[Archie Woodworth]

You might check RioGrande ... below are a couple of options.

https://www.riogrande.com/product/german-shears/114245

https://www.riogrande.com/product/fumasi-shears-60-rockwell/111249

 

[Dave London]

I use German made cuticle scissors. Works great small scissors for small work.MTC YMMV

 

[Goldjockey]

Straight cuts:
https://www.thunderbirdsupply.com/75quot-straight-shear-german
Straight cuts heavier gauges:
https://www.thunderbirdsupply.com/7quot-wiss-snip
Straight cuts, smaller pieces, light gauges:
https://www.thunderbirdsupply.com/7quot-straight-scissor
Curved cuts light gauges:
https://www.thunderbirdsupply.com/7quot-curved-scissor
Curved cuts, all types, all shapes:
https://www.thunderbirdsupply.com/firebird-tools-sawframe-100mm-4-inch

 

[mitch]

yes, i do! mine are Gingher 5" craft shears. they're very sharp, but over the years i've occasionally wished for shorter blades with more mechanical advantage/leverage. they've gotten the job done for 30-some-odd years, but you might want to investigate some others' suggestions. also, i NEVER use them for anything but 24k gold or pure platinum sheet & wire. i'm pretty sure their fine edges wouldn't hold up with any harder alloys.

Gingher craft shears

 

[rmgreen]

Mitch and all the rest thanks so much for your responses. Sheet precious metal is all they will be used for. Will report what I got and the results. Using a Jewelers Saw just does not appeal to me.

 

[John B.]

The simplest way to cut out sheet inlays is with the help of a graver.
Transfer or scribe the outline onto the inlay material and glue it to a practice plate with instant glue. Cut around the outline with the cut falling outside the transfer or scribe line.
Remove the sheet from the practice plate using some acetone to dissolve the glue.
Scissors or jewelers saw will more easily follow the engraved line that you cut .
Use a file or stone to refine any roughness or details..

 

[rmgreen]

For a nyphite, "Why didn't I think of that". Thanks John for your many words of wisdom.

 

[Doctorslava]

Just want to mention a model that satisfied me for years.

 

[sam]

The simplest way to cut out sheet inlays is with the help of a graver.
Transfer or scribe the outline onto the inlay material and glue it to a practice plate with instant glue. Cut around the outline with the cut falling outside the transfer or scribe line.
Remove the sheet from the practice plate using some acetone to dissolve the glue.
Scissors or jewelers saw will more easily follow the engraved line that you cut .
Use a file or stone to refine any roughness or details..

John, you are a living treasure trove of engraving information!

 

[John B.]

Thank you Sam, and thank you for all you do.
And this wonderful Cafe to meet and share.
Long live the Engravers Cafe.

 

[Dave London]

Dittos Sam