HOW TO SILVER SOLDER - Metal Hardware Sculptures, Upcycling, etc.
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- čas přidán 3. 11. 2017
- This video shows the basics of silver soldering, as well as some of the metal sculptures I've made from old hardware.
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You should consider narrating a book, your voice is so calming.
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Subbed in the first 10 seconds for the voice alone.
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HA! I gotcha, Taylor! ;) Thank you, my friend.
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Friends, remember to use a vent hood or use a respirator mask. It's not a good idea to breathe too much burnt flux. I used to solder in a poorly ventilated area and got very painful pleurisy for several days (turns out I'm sensitive). And remember to wash your hands if using solder containing lead.
GOOD POINTS, sir! I should have included a segment in the video about respirators. In all of the soldering videos I've seen, I've never seen anyone using a mask, but I did end up getting a mask for when I'm in the shop soldering for long periods at a time. I edited my description to include links to the mask and cartridges I use.
TheCrafsMan SteadyCraftin Thank you, sir! It's not a big problem for most people, but some are more sensitive to the flux than others.
I'm glad you said something, my friend!
i bought a cheap broan bathroom fan and attached 10 ft of vent hose and ran it out my window. easy to rig up a few sheets if aluminum or what-have-you to direct the smoke to the fan. 50 cfm works good. 15.00 at home depot.
Valse Music: which respirator mask should I buy?
Thank you for explaining a pickle!
Everybody uses one but nobody ever said what it was before!!
You're welcome, Patty! I've noticed that as well. I think most people use the commercial one you buy and mix with water. I read up on some more natural alternatives, and this one works well for me. :)
This is the exact video I've been seeking. Craftsman, you're a credit to your art and the community! Thank you!
My Man… With infinite love and gratitude, thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge with us at least the ones that like to learn. First time , hearing you …searched up best way to solder metal and aluminum because my aluminum head gasket and my metal valves on my compressor broke. and your video was the first one to show up. And I was hooked as soon as I heard your voice… What a beautiful soul you are, it is so pleasurable to sit down and listen to you explain in detail how you go about soldering, that short video I learned something you that I will be using and I already subscribed before the video was over. Once again thank you very much… Let me say this… i’m Sure that’s many subscribers that you have I’m not necessarily interested in learning how to solder, but more for listening to your soothing beautiful voice that you have… Lol God bless you.
Wow. My man I just have to tell you THANK YOU tremendously for such an incredibly uplifting comment. Major bigtime this means a lot to me. I was just telling someone else these words are *valuable*, and I offer my sincere thanks for you taking time to boost someone else today. And thank you for giving one of my videos a chance. It's hard to stand out on CZcams but man people like you come along and the "numbers game" and all that jazz doesn't matter. These comments from wonderful individuals like you are priceless.
Crafsman, your videos have become my go-to positive coping skill whenever i’m feeling stressed or agitated. your creativity and calm demeanor help me feel better. thank you
This means a lot to me!
Thank you for being so chill in a loud world. It means a lot
Simply wanted to tell you that crafting is just one of your talents. Provably you have heard this before, but the way you communicate is simply a real genuine talent. I wish could be more people around us with such talent. I have remain stuck watching and listening your videos don't know for how long , and i really feel like I should thank you for such pleasant time.
Richard, thank you so much for the kind and encouraging feedback. This means a lot to me.
Best video on silver soldering I've seen. Simple but accurate and complete.
Hey Crafsman ! I just discovered you yesterday. I subscribed immediately. Thank you for teaching me about silver soldering. I just ordered supplies. By the way, I am 69 yrs old and i agree with others about your voice. I have long held James Earl Jones voice to be the greatest. I know say you are also a great and even peaceful voice. I need to listen to you everyday just to feel like things are alright in this crazy world. Thank you for being you, your creativity, and teaching. Wish you the best. Rick
I honestly I love what you are doing with all your small antiques you have found --- sure hope you haven't stoped --- this vid was 5 years ago thank you
I love the skeleton key parent-and-child statue!! What a beautiful piece, I'm always in awe as to how creative you are, Crafs Man!!!
My new favorite. He channels Bob Ross. I may never pick up a torch, but I'll listen to this voice all day.
Bob Ross and Morgan Freeman with hint of ol skool playa and you have the Craftman. I subscribed instantly just because of your voice,then I learned something and laughed at the same time.
"Hold up Craftman! -- you talking 'bout a pickle!?" LOL. Very enjoyable and instructive.
:D Glad you enjoyed it!
@@belindapaul9828 I keep mine in a crockpot on low, but it doesn’t have to actually be hot. It just makes it work faster. I usually leaves things in for 20 minutes or so.
@@esalenchik Hey, thanks - that's super helpful.
You ROCK Crafsman! Someone needs to get you a TV show, cause you're like the heir apparent of Bob Ross! Love watching your process and I love the finished product! Please keep doing your videos and keep making metal sculptures! They are as unique and awesome as you are!! :)
That is a tremendous comment, and means so much to me! Thank you for keepin' on watching, and taking time to encourage me!
Thank YOU, sir! You keep Steady Craftin (Scraftin?), we'll keep watchin! Scrafter4Lyf! lol!
HAHA! Yessir! :D
Being a good instructor is a gift. You have the gift. Thanks.
Wow. Thank you, Joe! Super encouraging.
Thank you so much, Mr. CraftsMan! I learned a lot and I love how you explain things. I've watched a few other videos on silver soldering and no one mentioned the importance of heating up the pieces on either side of the solder to help the solder flow. Where the heat goes the silver flows. Love it!
I love your tutorials. You have the most therapeutic tutorial voice on CZcams. Keep up the great work!!
Did anyone else just come here to listen to him talk ? 🙋♂️🙋♂️🙋♂️🙋♂️
Always, always great advice from the Crafsman. I really treasure the style as well as the content. And you illustrate the fact that *nobody* needs fancy, expensive or complex tools in order to do great work. Thanks, Crafsman!
Soft spoken southern drawl, perfect for reading me a bedtime story. I found this video very informative for crafting metal items. Thank you very much for the contribution. I needed some help repairing my metal bird cage and this fit the bill.
I'm so glad you're back. It's been a while! LOVED this video, and now you've got me anxious to try this technique. Thanks again!!!!!!!
Thanks, Jennifer! Hope you enjoy the process. Get you a respirator mask - I didn't show this in the video. :/ Be safe, and have fun!
I call this piece, (9:21) "The Key to Happiness"
Anywho, thank you, oh so much! I've been wanting to learn welding, but the cost is prohibitive for my current financial state. You introduced a new whole wide world of creating for me, thank you! It's perfect for the small projects I have in mind.
This is the best instructional video I have ever seen! Hooked on the Crafsman now. A super good job explaining the process and showing example. Thanks for the awesome videos.
All of your creations have so much personality despite them being so simple. I love them!
This is one of the best “how to” videos I have ever seen. Your soft spoken delivery is perfect and your “how to” techniques are outstanding. I thank you so much. 👍👍👍👍👍
Woo! Another CrafsMan vid! So happy :) Really inspired me! I'm definitely going to keep my eye out for nuts and bolts and other metal scrap and give it a go! Thanks mate!
Hey, Dash! Hope you have fun with it! :D
Man! You’re the Bob Ross of soldering! Love it. Been searching 100 videos trying to learn how to do this and finally found one. Appreciate it!
TO COME TO THESE EARLIER STEADYCRAFTIN VIDEOS, PROVES WITHOUT QUESTION HOW MUCH AND HOW VERY FAR THE CRAFSMAN HAS COME AND GROWN!!
THIS PLATFORM ( VIDEO PRODUCTION/SHARING/INTERACTION) WAS CREATED FOR INDIVIDUALS LIKE THIS INCREDIBLE TALENT!
Hey, thank you so much for this! I mean it. It's encouraging.
I've watched loads of jewellery soldering videos and this hands down has shown the way solder flows better than any of them!
This is the greatest, coolest video I have seen in a long time!!! Like Solder ASMR....I was looking to repair a shotgun and I now found what I needed but I’m sleepy now!!! Thanks!
Hahaha! Well, I'm glad you enjoyed it, sir! Thank you very much for the kind comment.
That was pretty awesome! Thanks for sharing that!
Glad you liked it!
I'm a new fan but I'm already hooked. Your kind voice is perfect for teaching someone like me that deals with anxiety. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and your kind ❤.
Omg, you've got thing going being a host with south accent like that , it's calming , soothing the affections are blissful, all while speaking my language of metal work and craft. TY.
So happy to hear that, Bob! Thank you for watching and commenting!
I love it how you whisper your method, like it's a secret
I love the motorcycle! Great tutorial!
Thanks so much! :)
Instablaster.
I love the way he narrates. He could narrate anything. This guy gonna blow up on CZcams.
Spectacular! This has really opened up my abilities to apply to my artwork. Often I want to connect a variety of assorted metals and this demonstrates in a clear, concise manner with audio and visual being perfect, just how to make this happen!
You got me at "hold up crafts man! Talk about a pickle?!" Lol. I love it!
LOL! Glad you liked it!
Love it! A new channel to binge on! Also you sound like Mitch Hedberg. “An escalator can never break, it just becomes stairs.”
Ha! Thanks so much, Susan! Hope you enjoy the rest of my videos. :)
DUDE! I'm gonna say it again. Every time I want to learn something new, I find out YOU have a video about it! And honestly, I would rather watch your videos too. You explain things so well and your commentary always gives me a giggle. Thanks again!!
I went searching for soldering/brazing videos and came upon this gem of a video. It's as if Bobby Bucher found love in metal working. I'm so entranced :)
Really fine video, my friend. Charming and informative.
Thank you so much for making this video!!! I have been tryinggggggggggggg to get the solder to stay and in the joint and now I know how.!!!!
So glad you found it helpful! :D
Crafsman, your workshop is my “happy place”! Gonna have me one of my own one of these days 🤞🏼. Thanks for teaching us how to silver solder!
Sir, you are a great teacher and artist. I am so happy I found your channel. And look forward to viewing all your back videos.
Thanks again for all your hard work and devotion to your craft.
I've always been intimidated to solder, but your technique and video explains it so well I'm gonna give it a try. Thank you CrafsMan! PS - Love the creative whimsy you bring to your sculptures. Allen wrench motorcycle handlebars!!! Brilliant.
Rebecca, thank you so much! I felt the same way about it before I started. Still have more to learn, but glad I gave it a shot. :) Thank you for the comment!
I felt the same way Rebecca - it was Craftsman's calm and patient instructions that convinced me to buy a soldering kit and start practicing! Love you Craftsman!
How did the soldering go for you?
CrafsMan! The parent/child figure is fantastic. You've got to get more in your etsy shop before the holidays! I need one for a gift. Great Stuff!
Awww, thank you! That's one of the ones I wasn't sure about selling. Got kinda attached to it, I guess. :)
@@TheCrafsMan hello can you tell at which temperature the steel part should be before applying silver solder ? should it be red cherry ? thx in advance
I used to watch Bob Ross , learn and relax at the same time ; now I have another favorite !!! Love the creativity !
Of all the methods I reviewed on CZcams yours was the best and amazingly successful! The recommended products were perfect. I love your soft spoken voice. It is soothing and pleasant to listen to.
Anyone else waiting for the camera to turn to see the a really chill looking dude with a huge black fro like that joy of painting guy from the 80’s?
L O L ! ! ! ! !
Thanks for watching!!!!!
Two seconds in and I subscribed just for your voice haha chill dude
Bob Ross was amazing and this dude is awesome! Keep doin what you doin man! Subscribed before the video finished lol
Lol, the black bob ross of crafts haha.
Great stuff.
@@Tigglebitties same!
Hi,
Just subscribed!
I love doing metal art and have done many,many pieces out of copper,brass and steel.
When I retired I started making sterling silver jewelry and even cutting my own semi -precious stones to set.
As time went on my eyes started to fail but I didn't want to stop doing something I love to do,,,work with metal.
I searched to find someone I could learn from to make pieces that were not as "intricate" as making jewelry settings and found exactly what I was looking for!A man named George Goehl!
He has tons of free videos on CZcams and also instructional CD's that you can buy very cheap!
As you know,,,silver soldering is a form of brazing and brazing with bronze rods is much cheaper then buying silver solder.The only difference is that brazing takes more heat. So,,,I started brazing a few pieces and then after viewing more of Georges videos learned how to gas weld and how to fuse steel.
I've gotten away from doing my metal art and you are just the inspiration I needed to get back at it again!
You are a VERY talented/smart man and I thank you for just being you!
If you would like to see a few of Georges videos here's a link to his CZcams videos.It won't cost you anything but time and you may like what you see as I did!
gsegmedia.com/?page_id=2877
Thanks for this great,inspiring video!
Tom
Hi Tom! Thank you for subscribing! I'm looking at some of Mr. George Goehl's videos now. (One on texturing, actually!) These are really informative. Thank you for sharing, and for the kind words!
I hope you enjoy Georges videos as I did.
One of the easiest and most fun pieces is a "round to it".
People always say,,,,when I get around to it,,,so you hand them one of these!
I made this one out of steel coat hangers!
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You rock brother. Just absolutely the best way a human being can spend their time, being creative sharing, and having fun in the world in which we live
I like your whispery clear voice. The demo of the strength of silver solder was impressive and informative. Now I'm gonna do some.
New Crafsman video? Time to watch it multiple times!
Hey Crafsman I think putting "yourself" in your videos was awesome, and would really help with distinguish you if you started doing it again!
Thank you! And yes, I need to do that. ;) Probably should have done that in this one to illustrate the use of a respirator/mask. :/
Thank you Crafsman.
You're very welcome, NizzyAmps! :D
2 things:
1. This is fantastic instruction! This brings back lessons from jewelry making class in high school so many years ago.
2. Makes we wanna start sipping on some 'shine.
Take care and be safe!
I have just found you and love your tutorials...I have no intention of doing these, but am fascinated as a fellow artist..your videos are addictive..great work👍
Terrific! I thought I'd need a MIG welder to this! I've always admired seeing "nuts & bolts" sculptures and thought I'd enjoy making them.
I've an O2 tank and acetylene tank, along with the associated gauges, and torches, which, in the past, I've using for brazing copper shapes (e.g. butterflies, mayflies) al la George Goehl (also on YT), but your very well demonstrated use of silver solder is such an easier process of (small) metal joinery.
Again, TERRIFIC!!
So glad you enjoyed it! I wanted to keep it as straightforward as I could, for people wanting to jump right in. It's a satisfying feeling to hear when someone really got something out of it. Thank you!
Thanks again.
I would REALLY enjoy hearing you read "Brer Bear/Brer Rabbit" - your would be great for that!
"Patience is gonna be key" I see what you did there you sly dog. Great content man, I'm a new subscriber! :)
;) Thank you for checking it out!
Anytime man keep up the good work :)
Stumbled onto this channel and I am not disappointed that I did! Love the vibe and can't wait to explore all the videos!
Wow! I really enjoyed this video. I'm a retired senior handy lady exploring CZcams for interesting crafts now that I have time. I have soldered with copper but this video has opened a whole new world. Thanks
"Where the Heat Goes, The Silver Flows!" should be a Legal Maxim, or a Psalm, a Proverb, a Amateurverb (not errbody verbs is Pro-quality) or a Fable. Maybe a Parable or just a Singleble would do. I just think it makes enough sense to get it in out of the rain. Oughta be engraved on a Courthouse or Pew or something. Its dog gone brilliant in my book. Well done.
MY MAN! :)
OMG! I love your videos you are like the funny Bob Ross of youtube. Watching your videos always makes me feel better if I had a tough day. I especially like the , "Hello!" when presenting a new character. My daughter and I went around saying, "Cabachon!" for weeks, everyone thought we were nuts! LOL HA HA HA
:D :D :D And thank y'all for watching my little videos! It sure means a lot to me to know that people get a little joy from something I put out there. "Cabachonnnnnnnnnssssss". :D :D
Ha ha that’s the way we say it now and we’re here in England 😊 love the videos and I’ve shown all my friends... thank you
Yes total ASMR...so unlike my own LOL
Thanks for your video of silver soldering, I am getting started in this type of torch soldering, but for small jobs and your advice has been very helpful.
Hello from over the pond, got here looking for tips on silver soldering. What a fantastic tutorial, really educational, very informative and I love the voice. Well done sir and thank you for taking the time to upload this vid.
ooo wee crafts man making those videos fast
HAHA! I'm trying! ;)
Im so greatfull to stumble across your channel, you are such a cool dude, with amazing craftsmanship, and a hint of a snoop dogg voice 😊 new sub from me 🙏
Thank you so much! Glad you found my channel! :D
Your patience is a marvel! Thanks so much for sharing what you know!.
Just ran across your channel, as a welder/fabricator for over 40 years, it's nice to run across someone like yourself to bring back a refresher course for me, as it been a long time since I've done any silver soldering.
Very captivating and a pleasure...
Thank you,
Razor!
Mighty kind, Razor! Thanks for taking time to leave a nice comment!
Fan theory: The Crafsman is actually a hero, after a terrible battle with their nemesis, destructo, battle which left the crafsman barely alive and badly scarred and disfigured (which is why we never see their face), the crafsman retreated to a cabin hidden in the woods to perfect the art of craftsmanship and build a mighty weapon capable of taking on destructo.
You may be surprised at how accurate a portion of this theory may be. ;) LOL!
The Crafsman is totally comedian Mitch Hedberg. Think about it - if you dare!
Wait. Wasnt the the unabomber story? Lol
Bobby Bouchet, silver solder from the devil! XD Great video.
The life and movement in your sculptures is amazing. I love the one that looks like it is running. Polymer clay that I bake in my toaster oven is my favorite medium for now (I like that it's easy to sculpt and not death-defying to cure) but I have a secret hankering to do silver sauntering in order to make silver jewelry. So you give me inspiration here that maybe I can work with metal, too. As usual, you've made another beautiful video. Thanks, CrafsMan!
This is so nice and encouraging to read! Thank you very much for watching another one of my videos, and for taking time out to let me know how the video inspired you. Things like this help me keep on keeping on with my little videos. :D I hope you try soldering and really enjoy it!
NIce. I slivered soldered thousands upon thousands of carbide tips on saws. Brought back memories. We used oxygen/acetylene and a #000 torch tip. Black flux always worked good for us. Love your creations. Keep up the good work.
Crafsman, another great video. But to be honest, if my wife catches me using her Crock-Pot it's gonna be me that's in a pickle!
Keep on doin' what you're doin'.
LOL! Outstanding comment! 😂 Thank you for watching! See about getting you a used one from the thrift store. ;)
Kyle Durham
Wives simply don't understand...
Strange creatures indeed.
I'm impressed how strong the joint was. I was thinking it might be brittle before you showed us how strong it is, amazin!!
wow your voice sounds like a kind grandfather telling a bedtime story it's so smoothing!
Actually, his voice sounds 30 years younger on this 4 year old video - so you can hear the amount of voice acting he puts in the recent vids.
Captain America, the silver solder.
Thank you for the vid. Your instructional vids are the best I have seen in all my years of jewelry making. 👍😎
Thank you so much. I learned a lot from this video. The technique of drawing the solder into the heat instead of heating the solder like traditional lead was the key for me.
This video and TheCrafsMan are phenomenal for so many reasons. Such a beautifully done piece of work on so many levels. Thanks for putting this kind of content into the world.
Thank you so very much, Jace!
I never had a chance to learn silver soldering from my dad so I appreciate this video so much.
This is actually really well put together and now I really want to just start soldering random things... And the soft spoken narration was easy to listen to and very easy to follow ur presentation
TheCrafsMan, you lay it down man. No corny musical sounds just straight up artisan tutorial. No mess no fuss. Your crafting is tight. Thank you.
Dan, I appreciate that comment! Thank you for watching!
I just retired and have an interest in metal art, been thinking about how to join stuff u have given me a great start and solution to my art ideas, also thanks for sharing the tools u use, awesome like ur ideas about using old stuff😊
You’re voice puts me at ease and let’s me know everything is gonna be alright.
Nice vid btw. I love silver soldering. I often use a silver soldering technique in my gun builds
This was absolutely fantastic to watch. The commentary on this is absolutely perfect.
Wonderful job mate.
cleaning and fluxing ARE EVERYTHING, glad you made that so clear. great project
Glad you liked it, Patrick! Thank you for watching!
Oh, this looks like fun! My grandpa used to save all kinds of hardware, keeping them in coffee cans, medicine bottles, film canisters, and such. I was 'blessed' with a good share of these items from his tool shed after he passed. This would be a fun way to put some of that hardware to use. Thank you!
Thank you for the education friend. Your voice is very soothing and you obviously have a lot of knowledge on this subject. So thanks again for the lesson.
Love your teaching technique and your zen voice.
Thank you for sharing
I have been tinkering with little welding projects since welding has been my career for nearly forever. This is a really cool option. Thanks for posting it.
Glad you liked it!
'Where the heat go -- the silver flow'
Love this. Xoxo