Recommended Tools & Supplies:
Safety Glasses;
Sandpaper Assortment;
Sanding Sticks;
Foredom Felx Shaft Kit;
Earplugs;
Plastic Tray;
Clothes Pins; and,
Plexiglass Sanding Surface

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In this video, Prof. John Ahr explains the different types of sanding materials available to jewelers. He also demonstrates how to sand progressively through the various grits to achieve a refined surface finish.

Sanding is the first step in the process of applying a mirror finish to a jewelry item. Knowing how to get the most out of your sanding materials will help to cut down the time it takes to finish an item.

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