ArtMetal

I attach leaves and stems under abour 6 power magnification. There is no excess solder at the joint. These pcs also get a rather heavy patina. I also use a little torch. It's just as hot as any other oxy fuel torch just one heck of alot smaller. I hold the leaves with my fingers when I solder stems on to them. It's fast and hot in a small intense area. Pcs leave my fingers directly to the pickle pot. From there they get steam cleaned, spend a little time in the ultrasonic and the other end gets a touch with a rubber wheel only where the solder will go. When there are 30 stemed leaves they are ready to be attached to stems. If all of this seems a little tedious, it's a matter of perspective. I find it far less tedious than pave' or channel setting russian cut two pointers. My approach is from the goldsmiths bench. For me it's all about the details. Here's a magnifier so you can enjoy them!
Next steps for me are either a Sparkie or the laser of my dreams. Brad