Customer Reviews

The Jewelry Repair Manual

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I wanted to understand the basics of what goes into
jewelry repair and creation. Can I resize my own
rings? Can I set my own stones? What simple
maintenance can I do instead of having to pay
big bucks to a professional, it just can't be
that hard!

This book proved me right. It's a wonderful
reference and text. It's not too much, it's not
too little, it's not too technical. Jewelers
tools are shown and explained. If you want
to build a jewelry repair set up in your home
this will show you how to make one that's just
right for you.

Someone said it's "dated", which I would rephrase
by saying it's a good, time tested and true basic
source of reliable up to date information. The
tricks they use out there and charge top dollar
for amazed me. I'm a smarter shopper now too.

If you want one book on the subject, this really
is a great choice.

While a bit dated, this book presents an excellent primer for the beginning jeweler. It is written in a clear, concise manner, with excellent illustrations to support the text. If you are looking for a basic, how-to book to learn the time-tested methods of jewelry repair...this is your book!

This is another one of those times classics that has been updated. With the newer information. I have a 1st Edition this version has 130 pages added checking the index with updated info.This is not for the Beader,Newbie or Wire Twister. It will not add much to their enjoyment of their chosen field. If they are looking to expand their knowledge of the metalsmithing field this would be a low cost way to cover a lot of ground for a small price and might find themselves with a ready reference. I own the first edition I use it and will be looking for the dover reprint.

Very good for professionals in the jewelry-making business.
Not necessary or applicable for the non-professional beader or wire jewelry maker.

He teaches you in plain easy to understand language. He gives lots of tips to help you. He gives good illustrations to help you. And he explains things well. I'm glad to have bought this book.

In a world where need is immediate this books takes a jeweler back to solid principles of the basics. It is excellent time proven methods of repair.

This book is for beginners only. It gives the idea about different tools and methods. Highly recommended for somebody just starting to learn about jewelry repair. keep in mind it was first published in 1969. so do not expect a whole lot about current tools.

The book is a bit outdated. I should have checked the copyright dates. My fault. Shame on me. It's like trying to repair a computer using Windows 3.1 Thats pretty far back.

The book is very informative but it would have been better if it provided more detailed.