Bench Tips for Jewelry Making: 101 Useful Tips from Brad Smith
Robyn Hawk, Jeweler and Social Media ExpertJanuary 9, 2013 Post to FacebookBench Tips for Jewelry Making .....comes from years of experience.This little book will save you so much time and effort - why re-invent the wheel - Brad has already figured it out for you!From sources  to recipes for patinas to tips for organizing that tangle of wire....and my favorite tip, his mobile flexshaft stand!  BRILLIANT! Razine Wenneker, Saint  Louis, MOFounder, The Society for Midwest MetalsmithsJanuary 14, 2013This  small treasure covers a multitude of solutions to a myriad of issues facing the jewelry artisan. Cutting a bolt, drilling a gemstone, sanding tight spots, modifying pliers, testing for silver, identifying solder, easier prong setting., etc., are all there at one's finger tips. The easy to understand text and very good photographic black and white images makes this book quite self-explanatory.I would give Brad Smith a DM "Doctor of Metalsmithing" degree and top honorsFlorida Society of Goldsmiths,  Winter Newsletter -  Bruce Carlson   This is a well written reference book by a very experienced studio jeweler and classroom instructor.   ...   The photographs and diagrams clearly point out the finer points of the various tips he demonstrates.   ...   Many of his tips include less expensive alternatives to commercially made products.    ...   His book is written with a subtle sense of humor that highlights the obvious pleasure he receives  from both producing work and assisting his students in achieving their goals.