Phoenix
2006-05-16, 1:27pm
I'll be in the market for a new torch in the next couple months and I'm trying to tie down which one I want so i can start watching the garage sale and choosing the accessories I need. I know torches are a personal choice and every one has advocates- but i'm hoping if I toss out there what I do that some of you may have good or bad to add about some you have used in these ways
-I love hollows and vessels - small and large
-my standard bead is at least 25mm
-I do like a point for florals- but something capapble of keeping a larger bead or vessel warm is more important
-I use mainly 104 right now but need something for the 90 and 96 that i don't like to use as much on the hothead
-I like extras- reactions, frits, silver, copper, mica...
-i will be using a concentrator- so one that i could use with a less expensive concentrator is a plus
-I am not picky about natural gas or propane, but I would prefer ng if it will run on household pressure for ease of use.
-I'd love to be able to work boro- but that isn't my top concern since I don't own any yet and probably don't need another glass stash (who am I kidding)
Thanks!
-I love hollows and vessels - small and large
-my standard bead is at least 25mm
-I do like a point for florals- but something capapble of keeping a larger bead or vessel warm is more important
-I use mainly 104 right now but need something for the 90 and 96 that i don't like to use as much on the hothead
-I like extras- reactions, frits, silver, copper, mica...
-i will be using a concentrator- so one that i could use with a less expensive concentrator is a plus
-I am not picky about natural gas or propane, but I would prefer ng if it will run on household pressure for ease of use.
-I'd love to be able to work boro- but that isn't my top concern since I don't own any yet and probably don't need another glass stash (who am I kidding)
Thanks!