How to Fit a Saw Blade in Jewellers Piercing Saw

Learn how to fit a saw blade correctly into a jewellers piercing saw in this short 'How to' tutorial with expert jeweller Stelios Karantonas.
In this video Stelios demonstrates how to make sure your saw blade is fitted properly and securely for cutting silver and other metals when making jewellery.
From how to adjust the saw, to the direction of the teeth on the blade, as well as how to ensure there is enough tension on the blade.
I hope you find it helpful. For plenty more help & advice when it comes to jewellery making, as well as more free tutorials head over to www.jewellersacademy.com
With love, Jess x

[@scotts1356]

I bought a jewelers saw and blades. I believe it came with a pack of about 100 blades. I thought it was strange that it came with so many blades. Now I know why! The blades are constantly breaking and I don't use much pressure at all, when I saw. But I do make sure the blade is tight. It's also extremely difficult to load the blades. I can hardly tell which side of the blade has the teeth! They're just so tiny. But are there blades out there that are stronger and possibly "bigger", that I could use? I just seem to have terrible luck with them. All they do is break! Thank you very much.

[@JewellersAcademy]

Hi there, yes there is a chance you are using the wrong blade - it may be too thin for the sheet/metal you are cutting. Could you give me a bit more detail on the grade of blade you are using and what thickness metal?
A 4/0 grade is normally ample for most jewellers. You can also lubricate your blade with bees wax to help the blade glide. Then its all about technique. You might find some helpful tips here www.jewellersacademy.com/blog/saw-file-solder-tips-from-expert-jeweller-stelios-karantonas x

[@AutisticBeauty]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@JewellersAcademy]

You are very welcome x

[@carmencpagan1955]

Muchas gracias por su explicacion

[@JewellersAcademy]

You're welcome x

[@dawnallen5619]

Thank you so so much for this video❤❤❤

[@JewellersAcademy]

You are so welcome! x

[@drmrrisbo]

What is the grade of this saw blade? Thank you

[@JewellersAcademy]

Hey lovely, We have lots of information on which saw blade ti choose here www.jewellersacademy.com/blog/choosing-your-jewellers-saw x

[@Mlenski_restorations]

Nice. I was curious why there is the small protrusion at the top of the saw. Thank you. 👍

[@JewellersAcademy]

So pleased you found this helpful lovely xx

[@SAHandmadeJewellery143]

It's lovely ❤️❤️❤️

[@JewellersAcademy]

Hope you found it helpful x

[@Txnkid76]

Nice video! Thank You! 🙏

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[@JewellersAcademy]

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