Create a timeless piece of craftsmanship with a traditional sterling silver trophy buckle. Over 5 days, you’ll learn advanced fabrication techniques, from soldering and overlay preparation to intricate engraving and finishing details, all while building a traditional sterling silver trophy buckle. You will explore various finishing techniques while learning how to deal with fire scale, clean-up, and buffing. You will also learn about different engraving tools and techniques to help overcome design challenges created by overlays and twisted wire borders. Level up your skill - enroll today!
Course Info
Fabrication
Objectives
- Basic belt buckle design
- Preparation of raw materials for fabrication
- Learn to make decorative edge elements, including twisted wire border
- Silver soldering techniques
- How to properly dome a buckle
- Techniques for engraving a finished piece, including design and scroll layout
- Using special gravers for working around buckle edge and overlays
- Marking and signing finished buckle
Class Project(s)
Fabricated Silver Trophy Buckle
Prerequisites
Completion of a GRS Basic Course or instructor approval is required, as well as an understanding of proper tool sharpening and basic engraving techniques.
Some soldering experience is preferred.
Cancellation/Transfer Policy
We reserve your seat upon receipt of course deposit. To transfer or cancel your reservation, notify GRS at least 30 days before the class start date to transfer deposit or receive a refund, less $50. Deposits are not transferrable or refundable less than 30 days before the course start date. If you have any questions about this information, please do not hesitate to call us! We would be glad to help you. Call 800-835-3519, Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM.
Please note: Course information subject to change without notice. Example images may not show exact techniques, methods, designs, etc., taught or demonstrated in course.
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