[TheForge] forge brazing

[Andrew Vida]

Frederick Faller wrote:
> I need some simple suggestions on forge brazing. What
> is a good flux? What is a good brazing material? Can I
> use copper? What sort of surface preparation do I
> need?

	Clean surfaces are best.  Any brass scrap will do and borax is a fine 
flux.  Flux joint, add brass chips and place ON fire (not IN) and slowly 
bring work to  red heat.  When the brass melts, it should fill the 
joint.  If it doesn't you can use a soldering pick to draw the filler 
along the joint to best ensure it is completely soldered.

I'd make a few test pieces and play.  You will see that it is not a very 
difficult thing to do.
> 
> Any suggestions or tricks would be helpful.
> 
> Frederick Faller
> 
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