V-Claws are basically a flat corner claw for gemstones with a sharp corner. (princess cut, pear shape etc) In this video I explain and show the methods used to create one. You learned something from this video?? Why not support the channel and help me share more of what I've learned from over 2 decades being a professional jeweller by becoming a patron or member. For access to new uploads 2 weeks before they go public on youtube ,regular exclusive content and all of the jewellery making full instructional guides please become a Diamond Mounter patron - https://www.patreon.com/diamondmounter ... or I'd be grateful if you would help support the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_H... #diamondmounter #Vclaw ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqcXI3ypmQo

I wasn't expecting the experience of contemporary jewellery to be so involving. Before making this video I did a bit of research on it as its a side of jewellery I have never ventured in to before. The classically trained jeweller will likely have a mindset similar to an engineer. Understanding dimensions, angles, strengths and weaknesses of materials, how parts are best joined together and methods to achieve a specific pre planned design that sticks to a budget. So to try and create a piece of jewellery that throws all that out the window is quite a task for me. A completely different mindset is needed. I tried to turn my back on classical jewellery innovation and replace it with artistic innovation for this piece. This, my first piece of contemporary jewellery will be an amalgamation of life choices I have made leading me to be the person I am today. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_H... Calling for new patrons! With patrons support I will be able to offer far more information than I am currently able to. With nearly 25 years of knowledge gained in the jewellery trade working with some of the best diamond mounters in the UK I can train practitioners of jewellery making, up to and far beyond the skill level usually found in High Street jewellers workshops. Become a classic patron and you will not only be able to view part 2 of full instructional guides but also be thanked personally on the next youtube upload! You will also have access to all future uploads 2 weeks before they go live on youtube. Official patrons have all the benefits of a classic patron but also gain access to regular exclusive content. Behind the scenes, personal jewellery projects Im working on, I share ideas for future videos, photos and stories from throughout my career as a professional jeweller. Also Official patrons are welcome to suggest ideas for future videos and contact me anytime if they need advice for their own jewellery making endeavors. Classic patronage is just £5 a month and to become an Official patron costs only £10 a month making Diamond Mounter patronage by far the best value way to gain access to online jewellery making courses. As the number of full instructional guides continues to grow the value will be even more considerable. https://www.patreon.com/join/5278612?​​​ There is now an entry level tier which costs just £1 a month. Its named the Supporter tier which allows you to support the channel with out any substantial financial obligation. I will thank you personally on the next Diamond Mounter video uploaded. My ambition is to share what I have learned throughout my career to as many people as possible. My vehicle to do this is the Diamond Mounter YouTube channel. If you appreciate the v ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rdjBlmVtcc

In this video I show you the simple way us professional jewellers work on rings set with heat sensitive stones. You do not need any expensive or special heat proof substances. This technique is tried and tested many times over many years and has never let me down. Before working on jewellery its essential you have at least some basic knowledge of precious gemstones and how they may react to heat, acid, shock, ultrasonicing etc to avoid causing accidental damage. You learned something from this video?? Why not support the channel and help me share more of what I've learned from over 2 decades being a professional jeweller by becoming a patron or member. For access to new uploads 2 weeks before they go public on youtube ,regular exclusive content and all of the jewellery making full instructional guides please become a Diamond Mounter patron - https://www.patreon.com/diamondmounter ... or I'd be grateful if you would help support the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_H... #diamondmounter #gemstones ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGfCKwGRg9g

Changing the watch battery is normally a simple job but having the correct tools is a great help. I shared some experience in the video beyond just the changing of a battery. Check out the accompanying youtube channel, 'Jeweller Reviews' https://youtu.be/cRCXu_YrHYY You learned something from this video?? Why not support the channel and help me share more of what I've learned from over 2 decades being a professional jeweller by becoming a patron or member. For access to new uploads 2 weeks before they go public on youtube , regular exclusive content and all of the jewellery making full instructional guides please become a Diamond Mounter patron - https://www.patreon.com/diamondmounter Support the channel and become a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_H... Many of the hand tools I use on the channel are available from - https://www.cbilton.shop/ #diamondmounter #seiko ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCTc0ffW3H8