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Old 2012-11-11, 4:20pm
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Hi all! Has anyone else experienced this problem:
Using Dave's (Art in the Round) coring tool, and Ginko's sterling silver tubing, I have been coring "pandora compatible" beads. I recently had a bead that was not just snug, it really wouldn't slide onto an authentic Pandora bracelet. I am sure that it is my fault. I think I probably squeezed down a little too much on one end, flattening the end, and creating something of a lip that might have made the hole a little smaller. I am sure this is a horrible way to describe my issue, but you understand what I am saying. Anybody else ever have this problem???

BTW: I love my coring tool, and know that the tubing is a great product, so I am not complaining about my tools....just my skill!!!

Thanks in advance!
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Old 2012-11-11, 4:52pm
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I have had that problem in the past. It usually occurs as a result of cutting your tubing too long so it collapses inside of the bead when you are coring it. Try cutting your tubing a little shorter: bead width + 3mm.
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Old 2012-11-11, 4:58pm
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I was going to say the same thing only I cut my tubing around 2.4 mm. Also, make sure that when you are cutting the tubing, that you do not apply too much pressure. Take a bit more time and go lightly.
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Old 2012-11-11, 5:00pm
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THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!! I will try that immediately!!!
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