All I ever use is a Bernzamatic propane thorch for silver work, which is all
I do now. It does take some care and expertise though.

I'm not knocking the use of other torches. It's a matter of economics.

"Des Bromilow" wrote in message
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Hi,

I'm starting out and need to buy a torch for general metal work (I'm
considering a primus Propane torch with swappable tips)
Ideally I'd like to be able to use the torch for soldering and work in
basic
jewellery as well as my own engineering tasks like annealing and
tempering.
I've seen the discussion here concerning oxy/acet, and mouth blown etc,
but
wondering if a simple propane only torch (uses ambient air drawn in the
the
oxygen flow) is even worth considering for the purposes of soldering,
annealing and maybe some casting. (my work would be in 9ct gold primarily)
I would be changing the tips to suit the work (ultra pin point for
soldering, medium for annealing and casting) and using a 9lb refillable
bottle for my fuel source.

thoughts?

thanks,
Des
Brisbane
Oz