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4. Silver should melt with a MAPP gas torch. Just add a cheap crucible and you're ready to go.

Sat Jul 24, 2021, 10:37 AM

Jul 2021

Lots of YouTube videos on melting silver. It can be done with just propane but it takes longer. Alternatively, an 11" Fresnel lens solar furnace can get to 2000F, more than hot enough, and you don't pay for the fuel. You can get these from Scientifics (formerly Edmund Scientific) for about $6.

https://www.motherearthnews.com/renewable-energy/solar-furnace-plans-zmaz74jazhol
https://www.scientificsonline.com/product/large-surplus-fresnel-lens

ETA: DON'T FORGET THE EYE PROTECTION ! (Welding goggles or mask best if you're using solar)

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Sawed a Sterling candle stick in half today. [View all] multigraincracker Jul 2021 OP

I meant to say one was 25 grams. multigraincracker Jul 2021 #1

I've thought of that too. multigraincracker Jul 2021 #3

Thanks for the info. I should have checked youtube. Vinca Jul 2021 #5